Hey there, future lawyers! If you're gearing up to take the California Bar Exam, you probably know that the Essays portion can be a nerve-wracking experience. But fear not! I... read more →
On a Friday in May, unsuccessful California bar exam candidates receive a letter from the Committee of Bar Examiners stating “…you were unsuccessful on the February 2023 California Bar Examination.”... read more →
Your Bar Score Letter Pass or Fail On a Thursday in November, many California bar exam candidates received a letter from the Committee of Bar Examiners stating “…you were unsuccessful... read more →
While it’s the most “lawyerly” part of the bar examination, drafting a winning performance test isn’t easy. After all, the examiners expect you to demonstrate several important skills, including time... read more →
Although not all examinees give the performance test its due, the importance of this part of the bar examination can’t be overstated. Not only is it the most “lawyer-like” part... read more →
In our last post, we shared that the mean score for the February 2022 administration of the MBE tied a record low. This corresponded to drops (sometimes quite significant) in... read more →
Regardless of whether you love it or hate it, the MBE continues to be an obstacle for many bar takers. The mean score for the February 2022 administration was 132.6,... read more →
We previously noted that California’s new lower cut score doesn’t necessarily mean you will make the cut with lower essay score. We also shared some general tips to help you... read more →
When the California Supreme Court permanently lowered the passing score from 1440 to 1390, there was some speculation that bar takers could achieve a passing score on the written section... read more →
Picture this—you had the rule for express conditions down cold on Monday, but when the rule pops up on a practice essay on Friday, you draw a complete blank. Meet... read more →