Intensive Law & Trial in collaboration with Stanford Law School
Stanford University - June 24-July 3 | July 6-15 | July 17-26
Over the course of 10 days at Stanford Law School in Palo Alto, CA, students will join other high school students from across the country as they immerse themselves in the study of law, legal rhetoric, and ethics, guided by leading legal professionals.
Welcome to your future as an attorney
Intensive Law & Trial allows you to immerse yourself in the theory and practice of law and to develop a roadmap for becoming a lawyer. At this 10-day program, students will be exposed to the practice of law, legal rhetoric, and ethics from preeminent legal professionals, including Stanford Law School professors. They’ll also develop and practice essential legal skills, such as making impactful opening statements and closing arguments, preparing cases, and readying witnesses for cross-examination in a simulated mock trial. This program offers valuable preparation for law school and provides a unique glimpse into the life of a legal professional.
2025 Sample Schedule
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Day One:
Arrival of Scholars and Program WelcomeRegistration
Campus Orientation
Welcome to Intensive Law & Trial
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Day Two:
Building a Case – Theory and PracticeSimulation Workshop: Introduction to Mock Trial
An Introduction to Law (Civil vs. Criminal)
Simulation Workshop: Building a Case – Theme and Theory
Skills Workshop: Negotiation
Keynote Address: The Future of Legal Education
Roles, Responsibilities, and Case Review
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Day Three:
Approach the BenchSimulation Workshop: Creating Compelling Opening Statements
Professor Insights: Accessing Justice
Simulation Workshop: Case Document Review
Professor Insights: Negligence and Torts Law
Simulation Workshop: Drafting an Opening Statement
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Day Four:
Direct ExaminationHow to Conduct Direct Examination
Simulation Workshop: Witness Preparation
Practicing the Elements of a Case
College Success Workshop: Feedback and Growth
Simulation Workshop: Interviewing a Witness
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Day Five:
Cross ExaminationsCollege Admissions Planning Seminar**
Effective Strategies of Cross Examination
College Planning Workshop: College Options and Selection
Skills Workshop: Personal Case Study
Guest Speaker: Public Defender
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Day Six:
Evidence and HearsayCollege Planning Workshop: Key Academic Behaviors
Professor Insights: Defining Evidence and Hearsay
Professor Insights: Before and After Advocacy
Skills Workshop: Objections
Explore San Francisco
- Fisherman’s Wharf
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Day Seven:
Closing ArgumentsProfessor Insights: Appellate and Supreme Court Arguments
Creating a Dynamic Closing Argument
Career Planning Seminar: Becoming a Litigation Attorney
Professor Insights: Legal Ethics
Simulation Workshop: Drafting a Closing Argument
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Day Eight:
Finalizing a CaseConnecting College to Career
Objection, Your Honor: Reviewing Courtroom Management
Simulation Workshop: Final Case Preparations
Interactive Group Legal Debates
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Day Nine:
Law and Trial in ActionSimulation Workshop: Preliminary Rounds – Case Presentations
Simulation Finale: Case Presentations
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Day Ten:
Program DepartureProgram Debrief and Farewell
Departure of Participants
This sample schedule is provided as an example of the overall quality and scope of the experience offered and is not intended to represent a specific schedule for 2025. The specific 2025 schedule, locations, speakers, and site visits may be modified.
Find Your Future This Summer
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What's Included?
- All curriculum and instruction
- Program activities
- Site visits and events
- Overnight housing
- Program materials
- At least two meals a day
- Local transportation during program
- Certificate of Completion
- The Cost of Two College Credits
Now I Know
Hear directly from Intensive Law & Trial alumni about what they now know after attending the program and how it has helped inspire them to pursue their passion.
Go Beyond the Classroom
Envision by WorldStrides programs are held at some of the top universities in the country, providing high school students with the opportunity to experience life on a college campus and get a glimpse of what their future may hold.
This summer, Intensive Law & Trial will take place in the following locations:
Stanford University
Palo Alto, CA
June 24-July 3, 2025
July 6-15, 2025
July 17-26, 2025
The Envision Experience
Envision is committed to well-rounded, real-world-applicable education. All of our programs are designed by industry experts to help young learners identify their interests and gain the skills they need to make their dreams a reality.
Intensive Law & Trial follows a four-tier curricular approach that are core to the foundation of Envision’s pre-college programs.
Exploration
Students with shared interests come together to explore a potential career path, passion, or theme. They develop and practice skills commonly associated with that career focus.
Students build and practice skills that are commonly used within each career theme.
Maturity & Growth
Students develop and enhance soft skills, leading to noticeable positive changes that friends and family observe when they return home. Through exploration and hands-on experiences, students gain a deeper understanding and awareness of the world around them.
Advantage
Students gain a competitive advantage over their peers at home, as the unique benefits of the program are only available to those who attend.
Social & Fun
While enjoying themselves both during formal instruction and in their free time, students will build connections that grow into a lifelong support network.
