Contains letters, briefs, clippings, photographs, awards, and other material documenting the life and career of Rex E. Lee. Includes materials from his work with the Jennings, Strouss, & Salmon law firm, the establishment of Brigham Young University's J. Reuben Clark School of Law, Lee's service as assistant United States Attorney General, his service as United States Solicitor General, and his tenure as president of Brigham Young University. Materials date from between 1910 and 1996.

Contains argument drafts for cases prosecuted during Lee's service as United States Solicitor General.

Contains copies of briefs for the Supreme Court prepared by Lee during his term as Solicitor General. Files are numbered 80-89 to 84-5797. Materials date from between 1979 and 1984.

Contains clippings and memorabilia collected by Lee, as well as documents on Executive Privilege.

Contains letters, directories, and legal documents related to Lee's service as Solicitor General. Materials date from between 1981 and 1985.

Contains copies of Supreme Court slip opinions received or collected by Lee. Materials date from between 1893 and 1985.

Contains subject files, administrative files, and legal case files related to Lee's service as Solicitor General of the United States. Includes materials on the United States Supreme Court and the White House.