Get Ahead in 1L | Do More Than the Minimum

Reinforce what you learn in class with a library of online materials that cover the concepts, case law, and study skills you need to thrive in 1L. It's completely free. Just enroll and start studying.

Lay a Strong Foundation for Your Legal Career

Future opportunities rest on an exceptional 1L GPA and class rank. The bare minimum isn't enough to
remain competitive. Get ahead with the most comprehensive supplement available.

Master All 1L Subjects

Civil Procedure
Constitutional Law
Contracts
Criminal Law
Property
Torts

Learn Skills for 1L Success

How to engage with professors using the Socratic method
How to take notes you’ll actually use
How to read and brief a case
How to outline materials
How to prepare for finals

Supplement What You Need, the Way You Want

Each subject includes the following features. Pick and choose what you need. Focus on
concepts you didn’t grasp in class or get a fresh perspective from a leading expert.

Commercial-Grade Law School Outlines

Prepare for exams with comprehensive, professionally crafted outlines. Easily reference specific blackletter laws or use the outlines as checklists for final exams. Get commercial quality at no cost.

Commercial-Grade Law School Outlines

Bite-Sized Lectures from Leading Instructors

Watch topic-specific, 5-10 minute videos in the back of an Uber or on your lunch break. Get a fresh perspective on what you've learned in class with infographics, breakdowns, example questions and hypothetical problems.

Key Concept Sheets

Sometimes, you just need a quick refresher on Property or Criminal Law. Don't waste time digging. Reference a distillation of key 1L concepts featuring issues, general rules, definitions, and relevant case law.

Key Concept Sheets

Challenging Multiple Choice Questions

Make your law school exams feel like practice with an extensive library of multiple-choice questions crafted by lawyers. Time yourself, cross out incorrect answers and get an early introduction to the feel of the MBE.

Essay Questions with Model Answers

To be an effective student and lawyer, you must learn to apply the law persuasively. Develop your issue-spotting and analysis skills, and practice drawing sound legal conclusions by checking your essay questions against model answers.

Essay Questions with Model Answers

Get to the Top of Your Class

Take the first step to the top.

FAQs

What if I prefer to use only some resources, not all?

The 1L LSE course is self-paced. You can pick and choose what you need. If you’re confident in your understanding of Criminal Law, skip it. Focus on what you need.

Why should I use the Law School Essentials courses?

The instructors and methods you find in our free LSE course are the same as in our paid bar exam courses. That means you get access to commercial-grade resources at no cost. You also get a chance to explore our learning methodology before choosing a bar exam course.

How does the 1L LSE course help me in the long run?

Your first year of law school lays the foundation for your entire legal career in 1L. The skills you learn, habits you form, and impressions you make will influence your success in 2L, 3L, and beyond. We’ve designed your 1L LSE course around years of research to ensure you get ahead and stay ahead.

Can I use the resources on-the-go?

Yes. You can take advantage of our E-Reader outlines and mobile apps for iOS and Android devices.