The Story of Contract Law: Formation

This book, revised as the Fourth Edition June 2021, is designed to teach contract doctrine beginning with the most fundamental concepts and building on these until the structure of contract doctrine as coherent and cohesive regulation appears. The order of presentation is, in fact, the order in which contract doctrine developed historically, but it is also, in general, the order in which arguments are introduced in litigation.

U.S. Federal Income Taxation of Individuals 2025

This is the Eleventh edition of this textbook, updated through December, 2025.  Renisha Ricks has revised and updated the Tenth Edition to include changes to the law from the One Big Beautiful Bell Act, and other recent statutory and judicial developments.  The general approach to the material, as well as the structure of the previous edition have been retained as much as possible.

Law School Materials for Success

The first year of law school is, for many people, one of the most significant transitions of their adult life. Law school demands a lot as it helps you make the transition from your prior identity as student (or as some other occupational role) to your new identity as an attorney. To meet the demands of law school, it is often helpful to have the big picture before you begin – a sense of what it is you are trying to do as you prepare for classes, participate in those classes, review and prepare for exams, take exams, and then begin the cycle once again.

CALI Announces the Election of a New Slate of Board Members

We’re pleased to announce a new slate of board members who will serve through the end of their term in 2029. This accomplished group brings a diverse range of perspectives, expertise, and leadership experience that will help guide CALI’s strategic direction and strengthen our mission in the years ahead. We look forward to their contributions and to the continued impact of their service as we move confidently into the future.

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Escape the Frigid Weather with CALI Lessons

When the weather outside is absolutely brutal, staying warm doesn’t have to mean zoning out—you can turn the downtime into something productive with CALI Lessons. Curl up with a blanket, grab a hot drink, and dive into short, interactive lessons that reinforce key legal concepts and exam skills at your own pace. It’s an easy way to keep your mind engaged while the temperature drops, making those frigid hours fly by—and leaving you a little more prepared for class and exams once you thaw out.

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Kick off the new semester with CALI Lessons

A new law school semester is the perfect time to set yourself up for success, and CALI Lessons can be a powerful supplement to what you’re learning in class. Designed by law faculty, CALI Lessons help you reinforce key concepts, practice applying the law, and identify gaps in your understanding early—before exams sneak up. Whether you use them to preview upcoming topics, review after class, or sharpen your exam-writing skills, CALI Lessons fit easily into your routine and let you learn at your own pace. Starting the semester with these tools gives you an extra edge and helps turn daily coursework into long-term confidence.

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CALI announces the formation of a NEW Constitutional Law Fellowship

CALI is pleased to announce the launch of a new CALI Fellowship focused on creating CALI Lessons in constitutional law. This Fellowship will bring together experienced faculty to develop high-quality, teaching-focused lessons that can be incorporated directly into your classroom or used as a supplement to reinforce key constitutional law concepts for students outside of class.

To view the new CALI Constitutional Law Fellowship team, click here.

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