Elle Woods appears to have it all… until her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously tests and charms her way into the prestigious law school. While there, she comes into conflict with peers, professors, and her ex, none of whom believe she belongs. With the support of some new friends, though, Elle quickly realizes her potential and sets out to prove herself to the world.