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55 Gifts for Lawyers and Law Students That Will Hold Up in Court

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Having a loved one who’s a lawyer in your life is the best. They explain the nuances of true-crime cases to you, point out where your fave legal dramas get it wrong, and go through all those boring contracts with terms and conditions you usually just sign without reading (hi, guilty as charged 🙋). That lawyer probably doesn’t bill you by the minute for those services, either, so you should definitely show your appreciation with some really good gifts. But, if coming up with a gift idea for the lawyers, clerks, attorneys, paralegals, and other law professionals in your life seems harder than torts class (which is hard, FYI), then don't worry—I gotchu covered.

If I may encourage you to think bigger than a “Best Lawyer Ever” mug—perhaps your fave legal professional is a recent grad who could use some profesh work outfits and a fancy personalized (read: hard to steal) pen. There are tons of great gift ideas for lawyers and law students that range from under $30 to v luxurious, depending on budget (and how much you like this person, tbh). Whether their energy is more Elle Woods from Legally Blonde (gift them these pencils!) or Harvey Specter from Suits (hello, Nespresso), find the best gifts for all your lawyer friends and family below.

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this eco-friendly journal

Rocketbook Smart Reusable Notebook

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Smart Reusable Notebook
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An eco-conscious law student or lawyer will certainly appreciate this smart notebook, which transfers handwritten notes to the cloud before the pages are wiped clean for repeated use.

2
this cushy lap desk

LapGear Home Office Lap Desk

Home Office Lap Desk
Now 15% Off
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Your fave legal nerd can work in comfort from just about anywhere with this cushioned lap desk, which features a phone holder and a ledge to keep all their devices in place (not to mention over 23,000 five-star reviews).

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Behind every good lawyer is a great work bag that holds everything and, well, looks really smart. Don’t limit yourself to stuffy briefcases when there are chic alternatives like this Beis tote—it’ll hold a laptop and can slip over the handle of a suitcase for travel, too.

Carrying around a chihuahua named Bruiser might be a little too much for the office (at the end of the day, your lawyer friend has a regular office job just like the rest of us) but they can probably get away with these pink Legally Blonde pencils. What, like it’s hard?!

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Hi, desk decor! They’ll be able to destress from a long day of ~upholding the Constitution~ by creating satisfying patterns in the sand with these textured concrete spheres.

Like a mouse pad, but big enough to hold all your essentials and create a sleek, on-the-go work space anywhere. Plus, it’s water-resistant (and coffee-resistant) in case of any spills!

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for taking calls on the go

Apple AirPods (3rd Generation)

AirPods (3rd Generation)

If your fave lawyer doesn’t have a pair of AirPods yet, what are they even doing?! These little bbs are a necessity for concentration music, conference calls, tunes for a post-work cardio sesh—I could go on and on.

Grab some matches and light ‘em up, because *insert air horn noises* someone just passed the bar!!!

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this themed jewelry storage

Owlgift Bronze Display Tray

Bronze Display Tray
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Presenting: a vintage-y way to subtly incorporate lawyer motifs into their decor. This can function as a catch-all for jewelry, keys, or other random objects.

This isn’t a regular nameplate, this is a cool nameplate with a lil slot that will conveniently hold their fancy business cards.

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Help out your favorite lawyer-in-training (or current attorney who works too much) by stocking up their bathroom with alllll the shower and skincare essentials.

12
this healthy meal subscription

Factor 6 Meal Plan

6 Meal Plan

What the lawyer in your life wants even more than a T-shirt with a legal pun on it (if you can believe it!!!!!) is to not have to cook dinner after a long, long day. Consider setting them up with a healthy meal subscription like Factor.

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Scuba 2.0 Blazer
Credit: Good American

There's no law against wearing bright colors to court, and every lawyer deserves to show off a bit of their personal style, and this blazer definitely does that, while still giving professional vibes.

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multi-colored highlighters

Papier Bright Ideas Mini Highlighters

Bright Ideas Mini Highlighters
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When combing through documents, highlighters are essential tools to remember what's important. These cute little highlighters are useful, but also look more professional than your regular bright yellow markers.

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this personalized stationary

TheGentlemansStudy Scales of Justice Notepad

Scales of Justice Notepad
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This monogram notepad is the perfect desk accessory for a new attorney (even if they just end up doodling all over it).

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this leather tech bag

Mark & Graham Commute Clutch

Commute Clutch
Credit: Mark & Graham

For toting all their gadgets to and from work or the library, this leather clutch and tech organizer def gets the job done—plus, you can get it monogrammed, which is (plz excuse the pun) so clutch.

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Fenty Eau de Parfum Travel Spray
$39SephoraAlso Consider
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The life of a lawyer is chaotic, and little things like fragrance can easily get swept aside. Give your friend the gift of smelling good, no matter what, with a travel sized eau de parfum they can take anywhere. Pro tip: if your friend is ever overwhelmed, tell them to spritz some of this on their wrists and take a nice deep breath, focusing on the scent, allowing it to center themselves.

What Like It's Hard? Poster
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If I have to explain this gift, IDK if we can be friends….It's perfect for the recent grad who made passing law school look easy.

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True Writer Classic Jade Ocean Pen
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If I know anything about lawyers, it's that they sign a lot of paperwork. And they need high-quality pens to do it, it's the law. (It's not.) This pen not only has style, it can also be personalized. Très official.

Rose Glow & Get It Cooling & Brightening Eye Balm
Credit: TULA Skincare

Long nights pouring over legal texts and past court decisions can take a toll on one's sleep schedule. And while you can't give someone the gift of a nap, you can give them something to at least help them look more rested. Enter: this cooling and brightening eye balm, conveniently packaged for use on the go.

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