The School of Law’s Robert Traurig/Greenberg Traurig LL.M. in Real Property Development has been globally ranked as a real estate law program by the LL.M. Guide. It’s easy to see why.
Students learn real estate law in-depth and explore land acquisition, construction law, and planning strategies in one of America’s hottest real estate markets in 2025. They take their skills to the outside world by working with the School of Architecture to work on case studies and look at property law from a business and creative perspective.
Students are reaping the benefits. Barbara Brown, a real estate development student, applies every lesson to her real estate law firm, Brown & Associates Law & Title, which has been in the property business for over 18 years. Brown knows an LL.M. degree is worth adding to her demanding work schedule. Being a part-time online student who manages her firm full-time, she’s not your everyday law student
“I chose to pursue this LL.M. program because I have a passion for learning and a commitment to staying knowledgeable in my area of practice,” Brown said. “As my real estate law practice continues to grow, these classes help me support my associate attorneys better and ensure that we are providing the best possible service to our clients.”
As a part of the Introduction to Real Estate Development and the Real Estate Project Development Workshop courses, students gather at a construction site or developer’s office to hear presentations by real estate professionals who have been involved in significant residential or commercial real estate projects. In hard hats and neon vests, they listen to presentations on zoning and environmental issues, leaving no stone in the development process unturned.
This expert insight gives Miami Law students an upper hand when networking at exclusive conferences, like the Real Estate Impact and Commercial Real Estate Women conference. At invitation-only speed networking events, students speak with practicing professionals and gather in roundtables to discuss the latest in real estate technology and entrepreneurship.
“These occasions provide an invaluable platform to connect with fellow professionals, share insights, and build strong relationships that can benefit my practice and career,” Brown said.
In addition to pursuing her LL.M. at the School of Law, Brown also recently hired a real estate LL.M. graduate, Colton L. Chrimes, to work for her firm through her active involvement in networking events. To Brown, the program built Chrimes into the “exceptional” and “truly impressive” attorney who is taking her firm to the next level.
“Colton’s journey serves as an inspiring example of how dedication and continuous learning can lead to professional growth and advancement,” Brown said. “The RPD LL.M. program certainly helps cultivate these qualities, providing graduates with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the field of real estate law.”
Read more about the real estate law area of study at Miami Law.
