Law Student

from law school to law practice

Lawyers’ Mutual offers law students free, career-building resources to help you move from classroom to courtroom. We’re here to support your journey every step of the way.

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Explore your free resources

Law school is just the beginning. Lawyers’ Mutual is your trusted partner as you prepare to launch your legal career. We provide the tools and guidance to help you build a strong foundation from day one.

Expert guidance at your fingertips

Our thought leadership toolkits are crafted to guide you through the transition from law student to practicing attorney. Practical advice, professional wisdom, and tips to thrive in every stage of your legal career.

Stay ahead of legal trends with the Daily Journal

As a law student, you receive complimentary online access to the Daily Journal, California’s premier legal news source. Stay current on case law, court decisions, practice trends, and expert commentary and stay ahead of the curve.

BHBA NextGen membership

Law students and those awaiting bar results receive Sustainer membership free of charge, courtesy of Lawyers’ Mutual Insurance Company.

Preparing for the bar

Find key calendar dates, deadlines, and other State Bar resources.

Beyond the bar

Once you pass the bar exam, a Lawyers’ Mutual membership goes further than insurance coverage. Lawyers’ Mutual members enjoy free benefits to CLE courses, practice management tools, lawyer-to-lawyer hotline, and much more. It’s our way of supporting you at every stage of your legal career.

Strong Start Program

You’ve passed the bar. How about a strong start…? We provide affordable coverage to solo lawyers who have been licensed for 36 months or less. We are committed to our members’ success and act as a trusted partner to provide many of the essential tools needed for your practice to prosper. Year one Policy Premium $500.

vLexFastcase Legal Research

Once you join our member community, you receive complimentary access to vLex Fastcase, an award-winning legal research platform. Explore a vast library of primary law, secondary materials, and powerful AI tools to help you find answers faster and strengthen your practice.

Lawyer-to-Lawyer Hotline

Lawyers’ Mutual members gain access to a free lawyer-to-lawyer hotline. Think of us as your practice partner for ethical issues and dilemmas.

Free CLEs

As a practicing attorney, continuing legal education is required by the CA State Bar. Meet mandatory compliance requirements for free with your Lawyers’ Mutual insurance coverage.

Law Student Resources

Curated resources to help you get started

Lawyers’ Mutual offers resources tailored to law students including thought leadership and educational videos to support your success in the early years of practice.

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California Rules of Professional Conduct

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Strong Start membership means you benefit from our comprehensive CLE library.

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Law and Motion Practice

Learn from Superior Court judges on preparing, submitting and arguing a matter in Law & Motion.

Solo Small Firm Practice Management

Learn key strategies to help you organize and streamline the business side of your practice.

What You Don’t Know About Trust Accounting Could Get You Disbarred

Explore what you need to know about Trust Accounting for your practice.

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Mitigating the Stress and Anxiety of Practicing Law

Explore the latest trends in the legal profession on well-being.

So, You Want to Take a Deposition?

Receive guidance, refreshers, and useful information on preparing for deposition.

Ethics and Social Media

Explore the latest in social media liabilities in the new (2018) CA Rules of Professional Conduct.

The Other Bar – An Analysis of Alcohol and The Law

Explore alcohol related issues and the prevalence of drinking in society and the law profession.

The Art of Graceful Disagreement

Examine a lawyer’s ethical and professional duties as they relate to civility and professionalism.

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Civility in the Courtroom

Explore courtroom behaviors and the impact of the Rules of Professional Conduct.

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