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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Legal Researchers: Accelerating Case Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Research, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Legal Writing, Legal Strategy, Prompt Engineering, Data Ethics, Case Law, Artificial Intelligence, Quality Assurance, Human Factors, Natural Language Processing

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Legal Document Management

      Skills you'll gain: Document Management, Generative AI, Legal Risk, Litigation Support, Workflow Management, Compliance Management, Software Design Documents, Contract Management, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Automation, Contract Review, System Configuration, Quality Assurance

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Nuts and Bolts of U.S. Immigration Law

      Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, Legal Proceedings, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Diversity Programs, Interviewing Skills

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      205 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Legal Design: Crafting User-Centric Legal Solutions

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Writing, Design Thinking, Design, User Experience Design, Human Centered Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Research, Qualitative Research, Surveys

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Patent Law

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Legal Strategy, Legal Risk, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Case Law, Business Strategy, Innovation, Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      298 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Legal Foundations for Entrepreneurs

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Entrepreneurship, Business, Commercial Laws, Labor Law, Business Management, Contract Management, Staff Management, New Business Development, Organizational Structure, Corporate Tax

      4.8
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      81 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universiteit Leiden

      International Humanitarian Law in Theory and Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Proceedings, International Relations, Conflict Management, Child Welfare, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Working With Children, Legal Research, Case Law, Investigation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Legal Ethics and Practicality

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Legal Strategy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Risk, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Artificial Intelligence, Business Ethics, Innovation, Risk Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Trademark Law

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Brand Awareness, Legal Strategy, Brand Management, Asset Protection, Packaging and Labeling, Legal Risk, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Registration

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      276 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      Preparing to Manage Human Resources

      Skills you'll gain: Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Human Capital, Compensation Management, Resource Management, People Management, Employee Performance Management, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Labor Law, Employee Engagement

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      FinTech Law and Policy

      Skills you'll gain: FinTech, Financial Regulation, Mobile Banking, Financial Services, Payment Systems, Financial Regulations, Commercial Lending, Financial Industry Regulatory Authorities, Bank Regulations, Banking, Banking Services, Consumer Lending, Regulatory Compliance, Blockchain, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Payment Processing, Financial Data, Digital Assets

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      878 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Introduction to Intellectual Property

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Legal Strategy, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Business Strategy, Asset Management, Innovation, Brand Management, Case Law, Business Valuation, Economics, Policy Analysis

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular legal courses

    • GenAI for Legal Researchers: Accelerating Case Analysis: Coursera Instructor Network
    • GenAI for Legal Document Management: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Nuts and Bolts of U.S. Immigration Law: University of Pennsylvania
    • Legal Design: Crafting User-Centric Legal Solutions: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Patent Law: University of Pennsylvania
    • Legal Foundations for Entrepreneurs: University of Maryland, College Park
    • International Humanitarian Law in Theory and Practice : Universiteit Leiden
    • GenAI for Legal Ethics and Practicality: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Trademark Law: University of Pennsylvania
    • Preparing to Manage Human Resources: University of Minnesota

    Why Learn Legal Topics?

    Legal education provides insight into the systems and principles that govern societies, from contracts and regulation to civil rights and justice. It supports careers in law, policymaking, and compliance, and fosters critical thinking and ethical reasoning. Learning legal topics can help you navigate legal systems, advocate effectively, and understand how laws shape everyday life.

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