Stanford Law Curriculum

Law School in a Box

AI-augmented legal education on your Mac Mini. From foundational law through specialization: lectures, case studies, practice exams, and clinical tools, all running locally.

100+ Courses
3 Years
100% Offline-Capable

Complete Curriculum

From foundational law to advanced specialization — the complete path to becoming a lawyer.

First Year (1L)

Foundation in core legal concepts and doctrines.

Upper Years (2L & 3L) — Specialization

Choose from 80+ electives and clinics across all practice areas to customize your legal education.

Clinics — Hands-On Legal Practice

Apply your legal knowledge in real-world settings under attorney supervision.

Clinic

Supreme Court Litigation Clinic

LAW 920

Work on cases pending before the U.S. Supreme Court. Develop appellate litigation and oral advocacy skills.

12–15 units
Clinic

Environmental Law Clinic

LAW 908

Represent environmental organizations and clients in regulatory and litigation matters.

4 units
Clinic

Immigrants' Rights Clinic

LAW 910

Represent immigrants in removal proceedings, asylum cases, and other immigration matters.

12–15 units
Clinic

Criminal Defense Clinic

LAW 904

Represent criminal defendants in felony cases under attorney supervision.

12–15 units
Clinic

Criminal Prosecution Clinic

LAW 906

Work with prosecutors to develop prosecution skills and criminal justice experience.

7–12 units
Clinic

Community Law Clinic

LAW 902

Serve low-income clients in civil matters including housing, family, and benefits law.

12–15 units
Clinic

Juelsgaard IP and Innovation Clinic

LAW 914

Work with startups and innovators on IP protection, contracts, and business law.

7–12 units
Clinic

International Human Rights and Conflict Resolution Clinic

LAW 912

Work on international human rights cases and conflict resolution.

12–15 units
Clinic

Religious Liberty Clinic

LAW 918

Represent clients in religious liberty and first amendment cases.

12 units
Clinic

Youth and Education Law Project

LAW 922

Represent youth in education law, juvenile justice, and education policy.

12 units
Clinic

Racial Justice Pilot Project Clinic

LAW 924

Work on cases addressing racial justice issues and systemic inequality.

15 units

Individual Study

Design your own course or research project aligned with your interests and career goals.

Create Custom Learning

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.

  • Design curriculum in partnership with faculty
  • Flexible units (typically 2–4 units)
  • Choose from guided research, problem sets, or writing projects
  • Perfect for bar exam preparation and specialization
Create Your Course

Example Projects

  • Advanced IP Prosecution: Deep dive into patent prosecution with written opinions and USPTO filings
  • Bar Exam Mastery: Targeted study of MBE subjects with practice tests and explanations
  • Legal Tech Exploration: Law and technology, AI in legal practice, and legal innovation
  • Specialized Practice Areas: Securities fraud, white collar crime, ERISA, or other niche areas
  • Comparative Legal Systems: Research project comparing U.S. and foreign legal frameworks

Tools & Infrastructure

Built for offline-capable, AI-augmented legal education on your Mac Mini.

Mac Mini M4

The foundation: A powerful, compact machine with local processing for offline-capable legal research, analysis, and study.

Claude Desktop

AI-augmented legal analysis. Use Claude to summarize cases, analyze legal arguments, draft documents, and practice legal reasoning.

Anki Flashcards

Master legal concepts with spaced repetition. Pre-built decks for law school fundamentals and bar exam subjects.

Markdown Lectures

Course materials in Markdown format, fully searchable and version-controllable. Integrate with your note-taking system.

Interactive Simulations

Practice legal reasoning with interactive case scenarios, legal analysis exercises, and client interviews.

Legal Research Tools

Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other legal databases. LSIB integrates with standard legal research tools.

Full-Text Search

Lightning-fast search across all course materials, case law, and study notes. Search locally with zero latency.

Bar Exam Prep Engine

Integrated bar exam preparation tools including MBE practice tests, essay writing, and performance analytics.

Bookstore

Everything you need for law school and legal practice.

Textbooks & Casebooks

All required and recommended course materials. Digital and print options available through Stanford Bookstore.

Browse Textbooks

Legal Supplies

Legal pads, case management tools, research organization software, and other essential supplies for law school.

Browse Supplies

Stanford Law Apparel

Official Stanford Law School apparel, outfits for court appearances, and professional attire.

Browse Apparel

Stanford Bookstore

Location: 519 Lasuen Mall, Stanford, CA 94305

Visit the official Stanford Bookstore for all course materials, supplies, and merchandise.

Bookstore Info

Bar Exam Preparation

Comprehensive resources to master the bar exam and launch your legal career.

Integrated Bar Preparation

LSIB's curriculum is designed with bar exam success in mind. All core courses and many electives include bar-focused content and practice problems. Our bar exam prep engine provides:

  • MBE (Multistate Bar Exam) practice tests and analytics
  • Essay writing practice with grading and feedback
  • Jurisdiction-specific character and fitness resources
  • Flashcard decks for all MBE subjects
  • Performance analytics and study recommendations
  • Dedicated bar exam preparation courses
Start Bar Prep

My Studies

Track your progress, manage courses, and organize your learning.

Course Dashboard

View all enrolled courses, deadlines, and assignments in one place.

Progress Tracking

Track completion of course materials, problem sets, and assessments.

Study Groups

Find and join study groups for courses and bar exam preparation.

Note Organization

Organize and search all your law school notes and case briefs.

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Resources

Essential guides, support, and information for your law school journey.

Legal Research Guide

Master Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other legal research databases. Includes advanced research techniques.

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Writing Center

Resources for legal writing, briefing, memos, briefs, and academic writing.

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Career Services

Resume review, interview prep, and career planning resources for law students.

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Mental Health Support

Counseling services, stress management, and mental health resources for law students.

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Accessibility Services

Accommodations for students with disabilities and accessibility resources.

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Bar Exam Eligibility

Information on bar admission requirements, character and fitness, and bar exam registration.

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Wellness

Supporting your physical, mental, and emotional well-being throughout law school.

Fitness & Recreation

Campus recreation, fitness programs, and wellness activities. Take breaks and stay active.

Counseling Services

Professional counseling, stress management, and mental health support for law students.

Peer Support Groups

Connect with fellow students. Support groups for stress, transition, and social connection.

Wellness Workshops

Regular workshops on time management, study skills, and stress resilience.

Lounge

Community, collaboration, and connection among LSIB students.

Discussion Forums

Join conversations with fellow law students on courses, careers, and law school life.

Study Groups

Find or create study groups for courses, bar exam preparation, and learning objectives.

Events & Networking

Law school events, speaker series, and networking opportunities with alumni and legal professionals.

Social Activities

Social events, community building, and informal gatherings for law students.

Join the Community

Career Portal

Launch your legal career with internships, jobs, and career planning resources.

Summer Programs

Summer associate positions, internships, and law firm opportunities.

Full-Time Positions

Job postings from law firms, corporate legal departments, and legal organizations.

Public Interest Fellowships

Fellowship programs with nonprofits, government agencies, and public interest organizations.

Career Planning

One-on-one career counseling and strategic planning for your legal career.

Explore Career Opportunities