AI-augmented legal education on your Mac Mini. From foundational law through specialization: lectures, case studies, practice exams, and clinical tools, all running locally.
From foundational law to advanced specialization — the complete path to becoming a lawyer.
Foundation in core legal concepts and doctrines.
Foundational rules governing civil litigation, jurisdiction, pleading, and discovery.
Contract formation, performance, breach, and remedies — essential framework for all lawyers.
Legal remedies for civil wrongs — negligence, strict liability, intentional torts.
Essential writing skills for lawyers — memoranda, briefs, and persuasive writing.
Choose from 40+ topics. Develop analytical and discussion skills in small seminars.
U.S. constitutional structure, separation of powers, and individual rights.
Substantive criminal law — elements of crimes, defenses, and principles of liability.
Federal jurisdiction, civil procedure in federal courts, and complex litigation issues.
Explore interests with winter electives across all practice areas.
Real and personal property — ownership, transfer, future interests, and landlord-tenant law.
Practical federal litigation methods, trial skills, and advanced procedural issues.
Spring electives across all practice areas and skill courses.
Choose from 80+ electives and clinics across all practice areas to customize your legal education.
Advanced constitutional law focusing on separation of powers and federalism.
Advanced study of individual rights, due process, and equal protection.
Government agencies, administrative procedures, and judicial review.
Statutory interpretation, legislative process, and legislative intent.
Constitutional principles governing foreign affairs, treaties, and national security.
Corporate law, shareholder rights, fiduciary duties, and M&A transactions.
Securities law, securities regulations, and capital markets.
M&A transactions, due diligence, and deal structuring.
Bankruptcy law, liquidation, reorganization, and debtor-creditor relationships.
Secured transactions, UCC, and commercial practice.
Federal income tax, corporate tax, and tax policy.
Patent law, patent prosecution, and patent litigation.
Copyright protection, infringement, and fair use.
Trademark protection, registration, and infringement.
Trade secret protection and non-compete law.
Public international law, treaties, and sovereignty.
International human rights law and enforcement mechanisms.
Law and development, institutional reform, and poverty alleviation.
Comparative legal systems, civil law, and common law traditions.
EU institutions, law, and policy framework.
Chinese law, legal institutions, and comparative context.
Cross-border transactions and international contract drafting.
Negotiation theory, practice, and strategy.
Mediation, arbitration, and non-litigative dispute resolution.
Mediation process, techniques, and conflict resolution.
International dispute resolution and peace processes.
Marriage, divorce, child custody, and family relationships.
Gender law, discrimination, and feminist legal theory.
Immigration law, deportation, asylum, and immigration policy.
Employment law, labor relations, and workplace rights.
Discrimination law, civil rights, and employment protection.
Literature as a lens for understanding law and justice.
Rhetoric, persuasion, and legal argumentation.
Evolution of American legal system and legal thought.
Medical law, bioethics, and healthcare regulation.
Law, neuroscience, and implications for legal liability.
Biotech regulation, genetic engineering, and bioethics.
Behavioral law and economics, cognitive psychology in law.
Apply your legal knowledge in real-world settings under attorney supervision.
Work on cases pending before the U.S. Supreme Court. Develop appellate litigation and oral advocacy skills.
Represent environmental organizations and clients in regulatory and litigation matters.
Represent immigrants in removal proceedings, asylum cases, and other immigration matters.
Represent criminal defendants in felony cases under attorney supervision.
Work with prosecutors to develop prosecution skills and criminal justice experience.
Serve low-income clients in civil matters including housing, family, and benefits law.
Work with startups and innovators on IP protection, contracts, and business law.
Work on international human rights cases and conflict resolution.
Represent clients in religious liberty and first amendment cases.
Represent youth in education law, juvenile justice, and education policy.
Work on cases addressing racial justice issues and systemic inequality.
Apply your legal education in external placements with law firms, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations.
Gain experience in civil law practice with external organizations.
Externship placement in criminal law offices and agencies.
Work with federal, state, and local government agencies.
International law experience with NGOs, international courts, and organizations.
Serve the public interest with nonprofit legal organizations.
Design your own course or research project aligned with your interests and career goals.
Work with faculty advisors to develop an independent study course tailored to your interests. Whether you want to dive deep into a specialized legal topic, conduct legal research, or prepare for a specific bar exam subject, LSIB's individual study option lets you customize your legal education.
Built for offline-capable, AI-augmented legal education on your Mac Mini.
The foundation: A powerful, compact machine with local processing for offline-capable legal research, analysis, and study.
AI-augmented legal analysis. Use Claude to summarize cases, analyze legal arguments, draft documents, and practice legal reasoning.
Master legal concepts with spaced repetition. Pre-built decks for law school fundamentals and bar exam subjects.
Course materials in Markdown format, fully searchable and version-controllable. Integrate with your note-taking system.
Practice legal reasoning with interactive case scenarios, legal analysis exercises, and client interviews.
Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other legal databases. LSIB integrates with standard legal research tools.
Lightning-fast search across all course materials, case law, and study notes. Search locally with zero latency.
Integrated bar exam preparation tools including MBE practice tests, essay writing, and performance analytics.
Everything you need for law school and legal practice.
All required and recommended course materials. Digital and print options available through Stanford Bookstore.
Browse TextbooksLegal pads, case management tools, research organization software, and other essential supplies for law school.
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Visit the official Stanford Bookstore for all course materials, supplies, and merchandise.
Bookstore InfoTrack your progress, manage courses, and organize your learning.
View all enrolled courses, deadlines, and assignments in one place.
Track completion of course materials, problem sets, and assessments.
Find and join study groups for courses and bar exam preparation.
Organize and search all your law school notes and case briefs.
Essential guides, support, and information for your law school journey.
Master Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other legal research databases. Includes advanced research techniques.
Learn →Resume review, interview prep, and career planning resources for law students.
Explore →Counseling services, stress management, and mental health resources for law students.
Access →Accommodations for students with disabilities and accessibility resources.
Learn →Information on bar admission requirements, character and fitness, and bar exam registration.
Check →Supporting your physical, mental, and emotional well-being throughout law school.
Campus recreation, fitness programs, and wellness activities. Take breaks and stay active.
Professional counseling, stress management, and mental health support for law students.
Connect with fellow students. Support groups for stress, transition, and social connection.
Regular workshops on time management, study skills, and stress resilience.
Community, collaboration, and connection among LSIB students.
Join conversations with fellow law students on courses, careers, and law school life.
Find or create study groups for courses, bar exam preparation, and learning objectives.
Law school events, speaker series, and networking opportunities with alumni and legal professionals.
Social events, community building, and informal gatherings for law students.
Launch your legal career with internships, jobs, and career planning resources.
Summer associate positions, internships, and law firm opportunities.
Job postings from law firms, corporate legal departments, and legal organizations.
Fellowship programs with nonprofits, government agencies, and public interest organizations.
One-on-one career counseling and strategic planning for your legal career.