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Common Law Courses

Common Law courses can help you learn legal reasoning, case analysis, statutory interpretation, and the principles of precedent. You can build skills in critical thinking, legal writing, and effective advocacy techniques. Many courses introduce tools like legal research databases and case management software, that support analyzing case law and preparing legal documents. Key topics often include tort law, contract law, and property law, providing a comprehensive understanding of how common law operates in various contexts.

Popular Common Law Courses and Certifications


  • Y

    Yale University

    A Law Student's Toolkit

    Skills you'll gain: Motion Arguments, Legal Strategy, Legal Writing, Court Systems, Learning Strategies, Civil Procedures, Policy Analysis, Economics

    ★ 4.7 (1.6K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    AI and European Union Law: Navigating Regulatory Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Legal Technology, Risking, Legal Risk, Legal Research, Data Ethics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, AI Workflows, Business Workflow Analysis, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Regulation and Legal Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Business Process Automation, Workflow Management, Compliance Management, Automation, Legal Strategy, AI Enablement, Research, Analysis

    ★ 4.2 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Healthcare Law

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Medical Privacy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Health Systems, Personally Identifiable Information, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Primary Care, Health Care Administration, Health Information Management, Regulatory Compliance, Medicaid, Medicare, Health Care, Health Administration, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Pharmaceuticals, Health Policy

    ★ 4.7 (622) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of California, Santa Barbara

    Contracts and Commercial Agreements

    Skills you'll gain: Commercial Laws, Contract Review, Vendor Contracts, Contract Compliance, Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Metodología jurídica

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Research, Legal Writing, Case Law, Curriculum Development, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Planning, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Lesson Planning, Pedagogy, Case Studies, Research Methodologies, Research

    ★ 4.7 (23) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    AI CERTs

    AI for Legal Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Regulatory Compliance, Agentic Workflows

    ★ 3.9 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Legal Design: Crafting User-Centric Legal Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Technology, Legal Writing, Design Thinking, Client Services, Design, User Experience Design, Human Centered Design, Graphic and Visual Design, AI literacy, Cross-Functional Collaboration

    ★ 4.8 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Q

    Queen Mary University of London

    Cloud Computing Law

    Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Cloud Deployment, Cloud Services, Legal Risk, Cloud Computing, Tax, Tax Laws, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Intellectual Property, Cloud Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Cloud Computing Architecture, Tax Compliance, Data Security, Cloud Storage, Cloud Platforms, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Information Privacy, Contract Negotiation, Cybersecurity

    ★ 4.9 (185) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universiteit Leiden

    International Law in Action: the Arbitration of International Disputes

    Skills you'll gain: Arbitration, Diplomacy, Court Systems, Litigation and Civil Justice, International Relations, Conflict Management, Legal Hearings, Case Law, Case Studies

    ★ 4.8 (1.3K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Y

    Yale University

    American Contract Law II

    Skills you'll gain: Commercial Laws, Contract Review, Vendor Contracts, Contract Compliance, Delegation Skills, Legal Risk, Case Law, Lawsuits, Mitigation, Fraud detection, Public Policies

    ★ 4.9 (265) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Legal Aspects of Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Commercial Laws, Risk Management, Entrepreneurship, Court Systems, Entrepreneurial Finance, Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Contract Negotiation, Contract Management, Contract Review, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Personal Injury Law, Labor Law, Business Management, New Business Development, Case Law, Innovation, Asset Protection, Legal Strategy

    ★ 4.8 (270) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Patent Law

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Legal Strategy, Legal Risk, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Case Studies, Asset Protection, Case Law, Business Strategy, Lawsuits, Innovation, Court Systems, Analysis, Litigation and Civil Justice

    ★ 4.8 (320) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular common law courses

  • A Law Student's Toolkit: Yale University
  • AI and European Union Law: Navigating Regulatory Compliance: Coursera
  • Healthcare Law: University of Pennsylvania
  • Contracts and Commercial Agreements: University of California, Santa Barbara
  • Metodología jurídica: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • AI for Legal Practice: AI CERTs
  • Legal Design: Crafting User-Centric Legal Solutions: Coursera
  • Cloud Computing Law: Queen Mary University of London
  • International Law in Action: the Arbitration of International Disputes: Universiteit Leiden
  • American Contract Law II: Yale University

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