Intended Level of Study
5 years of post-secondary education
ECTS
120 credits
Duration
2 years
Training Structure
School of Law and Political Science
Overview
Section: Justice, Trials, and Proceedings
- Master's in Litigation Law
Academic Director: Christophe Albiges - Master's Degree in Judicial Administration
Academic Director: Christophe Albiges
The "Justice, Trials, and Proceedings" track is intended for students who plan to pursue a career in the legal field or who wish to work within an organization as a litigation specialist.
Objectives
The specialization aims to contribute to students’ professional integration in two ways: first, by preparing them as thoroughly as possible for the various assessment components (practical case studies, essays, and synthesis papers) required to pass competitive exams and other assessments related to the specialization’s specific focus. Second, by introducing them to the work they will perform in their intended professional careers, not only during internships but also through practical coursework (such as an introduction to drafting legal documents in the Master II program, for example).
Expertise and Skills
The program is designed to provide in-depth and applied university-level training, equipping students with a solid understanding of the various subjects and the types of exercises required for competitive exams and other examinations. Students will also be able to:
- analyze and understand legal situations in order to provide advice
- draft legal documents or legal memoranda
- present arguments and summarize information
Organization
Open on an alternating basis
This program is offered as a work-study program.
Program
Select a program
Master's in Litigation Law
The Master’s in Litigation Law, within the Justice, Trials, and Procedures track, offers a multidisciplinary and cross-cutting approach to various legal proceedings, including civil litigation (family law, contract law), criminal litigation, commercial litigation, and enforcement proceedings. The program emphasizes an in-depth analysis of each subject area, combining theoretical and practical approaches.
The goal of this program is to specialize students in the main areas of litigation, equipping them with the in-depth knowledge necessary for a successful transition into their professional careers.
The courses offered during the first year of the “Justice, Trials, and Procedures” track are designed to provide a common foundation of knowledge in preparation for specialization in the second year (M2). This track allows students to acquire new knowledge, particularly in civil law, procedural law, and private international law.
The second year of the program allows students to delve deeper into various subjects related to litigation, including civil and criminal procedure, as well as enforcement procedures. Specific courses focus on alternative dispute resolution, fundamental rights in litigation, and the litigation aspects of business law.
Optional
Insolvency Law, Group 2 (ST)
History of Justice (ST)
2 creditsSpecial Criminal Law (ST)
3 creditsEU Civil Law: Inheritance
7 creditsEU Criminal Procedure 2
7 creditsEU: In-Depth Civil Procedure and Enforcement Procedures
7 credits
European Practices and Procedures
3 creditsSpecialized Litigation Practices
3 creditsPractices in Alternative Dispute Resolution
3 creditsPractices in Litigation Proceedings Before the Courts
3 creditsElective: Thesis/Supervised Project
Choose one of the following two options:
Thesis
4 creditsSupervised Project
Employment Placement
Choose one of the following two options:
Enforcement Procedures in Practice
5 creditsMajor Oral Exam
6 credits
Master's Degree in Judicial Administration
- Master's Degree in Judicial Administration
Academic Director: Christophe Albiges
The Master’s program in Judicial Commissioner, within the Justice, Litigation, and Procedures track, was initially established in partnership with the Regional Chamber of Judicial Officers. The program offers an in-depth theoretical and practical exploration of the various subjects directly related to the work of a judicial commissioner.The courses offered during the first year of the “Justice, Trials, and Procedures” track are designed to provide a common foundation of knowledge in preparation for specialization in the second year (M2). This track allows students to acquire new knowledge, particularly in civil law, procedural law, and private international law.
The second year of the program is designed, on the one hand, to provide in-depth academic training in civil procedure and enforcement proceedings and, on the other hand, to offer specific preparation for the various written and oral exams required for admission to the professional training program for judicial officers, as provided for by Decree No. 2019-1185 of November 15, 2019. During this second year of the Master’s program, students have the option to choose an apprenticeship track by joining a judicial commissioner’s office.
Optional
Insolvency Law, Group 2 (ST)
History of Justice (ST)
2 creditsSpecial Criminal Law (ST)
3 creditsEU Civil Law: Inheritance
7 creditsEU Criminal Procedure 2
7 creditsEU: In-Depth Civil Procedure and Enforcement Procedures
7 credits
Oral Exam
6 creditsPractices in Alternative Dispute Resolution
3 creditsElective Course: Career Integration
Choose one of the following two options:
Specialized Litigation Practices
3 creditsArt History
3 creditsThesis/Supervised Project
Choose one of the following two options:
Thesis
4 creditsSupervised Project
Enforcement Procedures in Practice
5 creditsPreparing for the oral exam
3 credits
Admission
Target Audience
For the Master I program, applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in law or its equivalent. For the Master II program, applicants must hold a Master I degree in law or its equivalent. An admissions process is conducted for admission to the Master II program (based on application materials and an interview). This program is open to anyone, regardless of age, who wishes to pursue a career in the legal field or work as a legal professional (see Objectives).
Mandatory Prerequisites
Hold a bachelor's degree in law or its equivalent
And then
Continuing Education
Enrollment in a doctoral program or in a preparatory program for a competitive exam or other examination.
Employment Placement
Students’ entry into the workforce results from passing a competitive exam or test (ENM, CRFPA, School of Court Clerks, National School of Legal Procedures) or from joining an organization as a litigation specialist (e.g., in banking, insurance, or as a judicial reporter).