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    Find the Best Legal Course for Your Goals

    • Y

      Yale University

      A Law Student's Toolkit

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Strategy, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Case Law, Civil Procedures, Policy Analysis, Learning Strategies, Economics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.5K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      An Introduction to American Law

      Skills you'll gain: Civil Procedures, Civil Law, Personal Injury Law, Commercial Laws, Lawsuits, Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, Plaintiff, Legal Research, Case Law, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Legal Pleadings, Governance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      5.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • L

      Lund University

      AI & Law

      Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Artificial Intelligence, Intellectual Property, Legal Proceedings, Labor Law, Legal Research, Innovation, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Public Administration, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Predictive Modeling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      680 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Corporate & Commercial Law I: Contracts & Employment Law

      Skills you'll gain: Certified Public Accountant, Labor Law, Commercial Laws, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Bankruptcies, Organizational Structure, Business, Legal Writing, Contract Management, Sales

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      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Privacy Law and Data Protection

      Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Regulatory Compliance, Data Security, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Data Management, Incident Response, Governance, Risk Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      794 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      M

      Macquarie University

      Data Security & Information Privacy

      Skills you'll gain: Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Threat Modeling, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Data Integrity, Data Governance, Data Ethics, Cyber Risk, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability, Security Management, Security Software, Data Encryption Standard, Risk Management, Security Strategy, Compliance Management, Data Access, NIST 800-53

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Legal Risk Mitigation: Proactive Case Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Risk Management Framework, Legal Risk, Risk Control, Risk Mitigation, Generative AI, Compliance Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Automation, Legal Strategy, Data Ethics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Artificial Intelligence, Analytics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Governance, Data Analysis

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Y

      Yale University

      American Contract Law I

      Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Legal Writing, Commercial Laws, Legal Research, Contract Review, Civil Law, Contract Compliance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      U

      Universidad de Palermo

      Inteligencia Artificial Aplicada al Derecho

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Writing, Legal Strategy, Prompt Engineering, Legal Research, ChatGPT, Legal Risk, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Personally Identifiable Information, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Verification And Validation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Master Compliance with MS 365 Copilot: EU Law

      Skills you'll gain: Compliance Management, Microsoft Copilot, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Legal Risk, Compliance Reporting, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Microsoft 365, Audit Working Papers, Process Design, Workflow Management, Business Workflow Analysis, Prompt Engineering

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of London

      Introduction to English Common Law

      Skills you'll gain: Court Systems, Case Law, Legal Research, Legal Proceedings, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Civil Law, Social Studies, Political Sciences, European History, Governance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      Macquarie University

      Cyber Strategy, Planning & Compliance

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Security Policies, Threat Modeling, Cyber Risk, Audit Planning, Compliance Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Enterprise Security, Cybersecurity, ISO/IEC 27001, Auditing, Change Management, Governance, Vulnerability Assessments, NIST 800-53, Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Policy Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • A Law Student's Toolkit: Yale University
    • An Introduction to American Law: University of Pennsylvania
    • AI & Law : Lund University
    • Corporate & Commercial Law I: Contracts & Employment Law: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Privacy Law and Data Protection: University of Pennsylvania
    • Data Security & Information Privacy: Macquarie University
    • GenAI for Legal Risk Mitigation: Proactive Case Analysis: Coursera Instructor Network
    • American Contract Law I: Yale University
    • Inteligencia Artificial Aplicada al Derecho: Universidad de Palermo
    • Master Compliance with MS 365 Copilot: EU Law: Coursera Instructor Network

    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.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Legal

    Popular options include An Introduction to American Law from the University of Pennsylvania, Corporate & Commercial Law from the University of Illinois, and American Contract Law from Yale University. These courses cover topics such as constitutional law, business contracts, legal systems, and international regulation.‎

    Yes. You can start learning legal topics on Coursera for free in two ways:

    • Preview the first module of many legal courses at no cost. This includes video lessons, readings, graded assignments, and Coursera Coach (where available).
    • Start a 7-day free trial for Specializations or Coursera Plus. This gives you full access to all course content across eligible programs within the timeframe of your trial.

    If you want to keep learning, earn a certificate in legal topics, or unlock full course access after the preview or trial, you can upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn about legal reasoning, the structure of legal systems, contracts, corporate law, intellectual property, and rights under various legal frameworks. Some courses also explore legal writing, negotiation, and compliance in business or public policy settings.‎

    Not at all. Many introductory courses are designed for general learners and professionals from other fields. If you’re looking for more advanced or specialized legal content, there are also options for learners with prior experience.‎

    Yes. Whether you're preparing for law school, working in a regulatory or compliance role, or simply interested in understanding legal systems, Coursera courses can help you build foundational knowledge and earn credentials that demonstrate your skills and interests.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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