Core 1L Subject Outlines
Every first-year law student takes these six core subjects. Find professor-specific outlines for each one.
Contracts Outlines
Offer, acceptance, consideration, breach, remedies, UCC Article 2, and contract defenses.
$9.99 each
Torts Outlines
Negligence, intentional torts, strict liability, causation, damages, and defenses.
$9.99 each
Constitutional Law Outlines
Judicial review, federalism, separation of powers, due process, equal protection, and First Amendment.
$9.99 each
Civil Procedure Outlines
Personal jurisdiction, subject matter jurisdiction, pleading, discovery, summary judgment, and appeals.
$9.99 each
Criminal Law Outlines
Actus reus, mens rea, homicide, theft offenses, inchoate crimes, and defenses.
$9.99 each
Property Outlines
Estates in land, future interests, landlord-tenant, easements, takings, and recording statutes.
$9.99 each
Why 1L Outlines Are Essential
First year is the most important year of law school. Your 1L grades set the foundation for everything that follows.
1L Grades Matter Most
Law review, moot court, clerkships, and summer associate positions all weigh 1L grades heavily. Strong outlines give you an edge on exams.
See the Big Picture
1L courses cover vast amounts of material. An outline helps you see how individual cases and rules fit into the larger framework of each subject.
Professor-Specific Advantage
Your professor's exam tests what they taught. A professor-specific outline ensures you are studying the right material with the right emphasis.
Build Your Own Outline Faster
Use a purchased outline as a starting point and customize it with your class notes. This saves dozens of hours compared to starting from scratch.
Cold Call Confidence
Having an outline for reference helps you stay on top of daily readings and be prepared when your professor calls on you in class.
Affordable at $9.99 Each
A full set of six 1L outlines costs just $59.94 total. That is a fraction of what commercial supplements charge for a single subject.
How to Use 1L Outlines Effectively
Get Your Outline Early
Search for outlines by your school and professor at the start of the semester. Having the outline early gives you a roadmap for the entire course.
Follow Along with Class
Use the outline to preview topics before lectures and review them after. Fill in your own notes and observations to make it your own.
Review and Condense for Finals
As exams approach, use the outline as your study guide. Focus on the key rules, tests, and analytical frameworks. Create a condensed attack sheet for open-book exams.
Find 1L Outlines for Your School
The most effective 1L outlines are the ones that match your professor and syllabus. Browse by school or professor to find yours.
Frequently Asked Questions
What subjects do 1L outlines cover?
First-year law school outlines typically cover Contracts, Torts, Constitutional Law, Civil Procedure, Criminal Law, and Property. Some schools also include Legal Writing or Research and Writing. Briefly has outlines for all of these subjects.
Why are professor-specific 1L outlines important?
Every professor teaches differently. Some focus heavily on policy, others on black letter law. Some use the Restatement approach, others follow specific casebooks. A professor-specific outline covers the material as your professor teaches it, which is far more useful for exam prep than a generic outline.
When should I start using 1L outlines?
Many students find it helpful to have an outline from the beginning of the semester to see the big picture of a course. You can use it as a roadmap while you build your own outline, then use it as a review tool and gap-filler before finals.
Can I find outlines for my specific 1L professor?
Yes. With 40,000+ outlines in our library, we cover thousands of professors at hundreds of law schools. Search by your professor's name to find outlines tailored to their specific course.
How much do 1L outlines cost?
Every outline is $9.99 with no subscription required. A full set of six 1L outlines would cost $59.94 total, or $39.99 as a 1L Pack for your school. Compare that to commercial outlines at $40-50 each or subscription services at $200+ per year.