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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


  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Licensing, Antitrust, and Global IP Law for Business Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Business Strategies, Business Strategy, Legal Risk, Business Communication, Legal Strategy, Due Diligence, Commercialization, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Governance, Strategic Prioritization, Emerging Technologies, Prioritization

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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  • D

    Duke University

    FinTech Law and Policy

    Skills you'll gain: FinTech, Financial Regulation, Payment Systems, Financial Regulations, Financial Industry Regulatory Authorities, Bank Regulations, Banking, Regulatory Compliance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Payment Processing, Financial Data, Digital Assets, Regulatory Requirements

    4.8 stars, 923 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (923) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • P

    Pearson

    International Law and Global Business

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Risk, Commercial Laws, Strategic Decision-Making, Governance, Business Risk Management, Risk Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to American Corporate Law

    Skills you'll gain: Commercial Laws, Mergers & Acquisitions, Governance, Lawsuits, Litigation and Civil Justice, Civil Procedures, Case Law, Storytelling

    4.9 stars, 7 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (7) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Legal Aspects of Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Commercial Laws, Risk Management, Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial Finance, Contract Negotiation, Contract Management, Contract Review, Business, Fundraising

    4.8 stars, 276 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • N

    National Business Institute

    Medical Records Review Cheat Sheets & Checklists for Lawyers

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Medical Records, Health Information Management and Medical Records, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Medical Terminology, Litigation Support, CPT Coding, Records Management, Investigation, Document Management, Timelines

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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  • U

    University of London

    Citizenship and the Rule of Law

    Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Court Systems, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Social Justice, Political Sciences

    4.8 stars, 556 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (556) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • Y

    Yale University

    American Contract Law I

    Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Commercial Laws

    4.8 stars, 1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • B

    Berklee

    Copyright Law in the Music Business

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Lawsuits, Music, Litigation and Civil Justice

    4.8 stars, 720 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Patent Law

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Legal Strategy, Business Strategy, Innovation, Analysis

    4.8 stars, 328 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Introduction to Environmental Law and Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Laws, Environmental Policy, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Issue, Case Law, Water Resources

    4.8 stars, 3.2K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (3.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • Y

    Yale University

    A Law Student's Toolkit

    Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Policy Analysis, Economics

    4.7 stars, 1.6K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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