BarBri Bar Review Hangout - July 2015 Exam Forum

[Good Guy Gaud]

Woo! A week from now we'll all forget about how we CRUSHED THAT EASY ASS BAR EXAM and only be stressed about what we gone be drinking that night.

[kyle010723]

So... once we all passed the Bar, what do we do next to become a real lawyer? Do they just (e)mail you and tell you to come get sworn in at this time?

[northerrn]

Has anyone done Mixed Set 5-Question 27 (re: bias impeachment)? I'm confused at how the answer isn't A, as i thought the federal rules required bias impeachment be first presented to the witness on cross-examination, giving them a chance to admit or deny the alleged bias.

[gretchenweiners]

Confession #2: I have done very little to prepare for the MPT.

All I've done is prepare "templates" for each type of response and broke down my strategy into minutes (minutes 0-15: read case file, etc.).

If you're decent at legal writing then my advice is: read the assigned task carefully and then read everything else as fast as you possibly can so you can be sure to finish. Not doing the assignment as requested or not finishing are the real point killers.

Pro Tip: ExamSoft has alarm/timer for some states, use it to keep track of time.

Now what is the odds of getting an MPT this year where they ask us to draft a will or contract?

I did one of the practice draft a will ones (not intentionally, just picked one at random and didn't want to know what it was ahead of time to make sure I could ID tone and everything). It honestly wasn't that bad or different from the other types--it gave a clear example will to follow (that showed language to use etc) and the cases given were directly on point for the issues that arose. The model answer expected you to do a little more reading between the lines on the testator's intent than I did, but that was the only major thing that stuck out to me about it.

[kyle010723]

Pro Tip: ExamSoft has alarm/timer for some states, use it to keep track of time.

Now what is the odds of getting an MPT this year where they ask us to draft a will or contract?

I did one of the practice draft a will ones (not intentionally, just picked one at random and didn't want to know what it was ahead of time to make sure I could ID tone and everything). It honestly wasn't that bad or different from the other types--it gave a clear example will to follow (that showed language to use etc) and the cases given were directly on point for the issues that arose. The model answer expected you to do a little more reading between the lines on the testator's intent than I did, but that was the only major thing that stuck out to me about it.

So they give you the format, you don't have to actually know the format and the magic language for the will?

[941law]

So... once we all passed the Bar, what do we do next to become a real lawyer? Do they just (e)mail you and tell you to come get sworn in at this time?

Typically they need to know where to drop off your new Mercedes.

[gretchenweiners]

Pro Tip: ExamSoft has alarm/timer for some states, use it to keep track of time.

Now what is the odds of getting an MPT this year where they ask us to draft a will or contract?

I did one of the practice draft a will ones (not intentionally, just picked one at random and didn't want to know what it was ahead of time to make sure I could ID tone and everything). It honestly wasn't that bad or different from the other types--it gave a clear example will to follow (that showed language to use etc) and the cases given were directly on point for the issues that arose. The model answer expected you to do a little more reading between the lines on the testator's intent than I did, but that was the only major thing that stuck out to me about it.

So they give you the format, you don't have to actually know the format and the magic language for the will?

Yeah, mine had a previous version of the will in the file, and the model answer used that as an exact template. No expectations of extra knowledge of will drafting

[Good Guy Gaud]

The only thing I've really done with MPTs is the first 45 to make sure I can (i) go through the task memo, (ii) cases, (iii) case file, and (iv) start/finish my outline.

I can bullshit just about anything in 45 minutes if I have that all completed. And really, at least in my experience, I can get through (i)-(iii) in like 30 minutes or less. Task memo has never come close to taking up 15 minutes of my time through about 7 or so MPTs.

[kyle010723]

The only thing I've really done with MPTs is the first 45 to make sure I can (i) go through the task memo, (ii) cases, (iii) case file, and (iv) start/finish my outline.

I can bullshit just about anything in 45 minutes if I have that all completed. And really, at least in my experience, I can get through (i)-(iii) in like 30 minutes or less. Task memo has never come close to taking up 15 minutes of my time through about 7 or so MPTs.

7? I did like 3 or 4 at most... lol

[Danger Zone]

True confession: I haven't done an MPT. Nor have I ever written out an essay answer.

Still gonna pass though right? Fuck this test.

[kyle010723]

True confession: I haven't done an MPT. Nor have I ever written out an essay answer.

Still gonna pass though right? Fuck this test.

If anyone's going to pass, you are the one!

[Good Guy Gaud]

True confession: I haven't done an MPT. Nor have I ever written out an essay answer.

Still gonna pass though right? Fuck this test.

You're going to get highest score cause I said so

[odoylerulez]

True confession: I haven't done an MPT. Nor have I ever written out an essay answer.

Still gonna pass though right? Fuck this test.

You're totally going to get median pwned.

In other words, congrats on your pass.

[kykiske]

True confession: I haven't done an MPT. Nor have I ever written out an essay answer.

Still gonna pass though right? Fuck this test.

You're totally going to get median pwned.

In other words, congrats on your pass.

I hope you ALL get median-pwned. Yeah, I said it. I hope all of you jerks get the average score on the MBE, MEE, and MPT.

EVIL LAUGHTER

(seriously though, I'm hoping for average scores across the board too)

[Danger Zone]

Can always count on this thread

Only a few more days of passively examining our notes and then we GOT this homies

[xfer2013]

Question on Statute of Frauds:

A writing satisfies provided that it is signed by the D and all essential terms are contained in the writing. For UCC essential terms are simply that there is a contract for sale of goods and the quantity term.

What are the essential terms for a writing to satisfy the SoF under common law?

[charlesxavier]

What do you all plan to do these next few days? I'm thinking of just reviewing all my condensed outlines to make sure I have the big picture, hit a few specific items that are likely to get tested (con law tests) and then attempt to retain my already minimal knowledge regarding commercial paper.

[kykiske]

What do you all plan to do these next few days? I'm thinking of just reviewing all my condensed outlines to make sure I have the big picture, hit a few specific items that are likely to get tested (con law tests) and then attempt to retain my already minimal knowledge regarding commercial paper.

I have made exactly zero outlines.

I've done over 2,000 MBE questions and written out 40 MEE essays.

Over these next few days, I plan on doing about 50 MBE questions a day, coupled with writing out 2-3 essays.

I might do a practice MPT on Sunday.

Then, on Monday (day before exam), I won't even touch a book. You know how the Obama Campaign didn't do anything campaign-related the day before election day? Yeah, I'm following suit. Sunday will be the finale of my bar prep. Monday will be a day of relaxation and getting my mind ready.

[rhs100]

What do you all plan to do these next few days? I'm thinking of just reviewing all my condensed outlines to make sure I have the big picture, hit a few specific items that are likely to get tested (con law tests) and then attempt to retain my already minimal knowledge regarding commercial paper.

I have made exactly zero outlines.

I've done over 2,000 MBE questions and written out 40 MEE essays.

Over these next few days, I plan on doing about 50 MBE questions a day, coupled with writing out 2-3 essays.

I might do a practice MPT on Sunday.

Then, on Monday (day before exam), I won't even touch a book. You know how the Obama Campaign didn't do anything campaign-related the day before election day? Yeah, I'm following suit. Sunday will be the finale of my bar prep. Monday will be a day of relaxation and getting my mind ready.

I like this plan, I'm gonna follow it, minus the no studying Monday - Monday morning I'm gonna try to look over my stupid mnemonics and maybe state distinctions.

[Kage3212]

Question on Statute of Frauds:

A writing satisfies provided that it is signed by the D and all essential terms are contained in the writing. For UCC essential terms are simply that there is a contract for sale of goods and the quantity term.

What are the essential terms for a writing to satisfy the SoF under common law?

Essential terms under CL, I believe, abides by the "who, what where, when how" test. Usually if the subject matter of the the contract is listed, plus the names of the parties and what they are obligated to do/how they should perform, this should be sufficient to satisfy SOF.

OK = I, Dave Epstein, agree to lecture for barbri for the payment of 500 per course taught

Not OK = I will lecture per our discussions.

[brotherdarkness]

Question on Statute of Frauds:

A writing satisfies provided that it is signed by the D and all essential terms are contained in the writing. For UCC essential terms are simply that there is a contract for sale of goods and the quantity term.

What are the essential terms for a writing to satisfy the SoF under common law?

Essential terms under CL, I believe, abides by the "who, what where, when how" test. Usually if the subject matter of the the contract is listed, plus the names of the parties and what they are obligated to do/how they should perform, this should be sufficient to satisfy SOF.

OK = I, Dave Epstein, agree to lecture for barbri for the payment of 500 per course taught

Not OK = I will lecture per our discussions.

Depends on what you're conveying. If it's real property, you need a description of the property sufficient to ID it and the price. If it's a sale of goods under the UCC, you need quantity but you don't need price (a reasonable price will be added by the court).

[charlesxavier]

Question on Statute of Frauds:

A writing satisfies provided that it is signed by the D and all essential terms are contained in the writing. For UCC essential terms are simply that there is a contract for sale of goods and the quantity term.

What are the essential terms for a writing to satisfy the SoF under common law?

Essential terms under CL, I believe, abides by the "who, what where, when how" test. Usually if the subject matter of the the contract is listed, plus the names of the parties and what they are obligated to do/how they should perform, this should be sufficient to satisfy SOF.

OK = I, Dave Epstein, agree to lecture for barbri for the payment of 500 per course taught

Not OK = I will lecture per our discussions.

For land you have to have price and description. But for service contracts it's typically the who, what, where, when, how and generally just enough to know what is being enforced.

[Good Guy Gaud]

Question on Statute of Frauds:

A writing satisfies provided that it is signed by the D and all essential terms are contained in the writing. For UCC essential terms are simply that there is a contract for sale of goods and the quantity term.

What are the essential terms for a writing to satisfy the SoF under common law?

Essential terms under CL, I believe, abides by the "who, what where, when how" test. Usually if the subject matter of the the contract is listed, plus the names of the parties and what they are obligated to do/how they should perform, this should be sufficient to satisfy SOF.

OK = I, Dave Epstein, agree to lecture for barbri for the payment of 500 per course taught

Not OK = I will lecture per our discussions.

Depends on what you're conveying. If it's real property, you need a description of the property sufficient to ID it and the price. If it's a sale of goods under the UCC, you need quantity but you don't need price (a reasonable price will be added by the court).

Also, I think it really only requires the name of the party being charged. Doesn't have to have both.

[Barbro]

Fuck it- 80/100 on Emmanuel AM. If I'm not ready now, I never will be.

[Good Guy Gaud]

Fuck it- 80/100 on Emmanuel AM. If I'm not ready now, I never will be.

Dont you go being negative on us!

80/100 is solidAF