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The Bar Exam Toolbox Podcast: Pass the Bar Exam with Less Stress

The Bar Exam Toolbox podcast helps bar takers pass with less stress and anxiety. Hosted by bar exam experts Lee Burgess and Alison Monahan, the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast covers a wide variety of topics, ranging from how to learn and memorize all the law you need to know for the bar exam, to how to write a passing essay, to how to get bar exam accommodations. If you’re struggling with the bar exam, or work with students who are, tune in for practical strategies for bar exam success!

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Latest Episodes:

229: Listen and Learn -- Professional Responsibility: Supervision of Employees in Legal Practice Aug 28, 2023

Show notes

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! In this episode from our "Listen and Learn" series, we're talking about the ethical rules governing the supervision of employees of a law firm. This is an issue that might be part of a fact pattern involving professional responsibility on the California bar exam, or it could show up on the MPRE.

In this episode, we discuss:

Responsibilities of senior attorneys or partners who supervise attorney associates
The duty owed by a subordinate attorney who completes a task at the direction of the supervising attorney
The rule addressing employees of a firm who are not attorneys, but still require supervision
Three sample fact patters illustrating the above concepts

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-229-listen-and-learn-professional-responsibility-supervision/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-pass-bar-exam-less-stress/id1370651486) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

228: Listen and Learn -- Criminal Procedure: Miranda Warnings Aug 21, 2023

Show notes

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! In this episode from our "Listen and Learn" series, we go through an attack plan for how you might approach a Miranda issue on an exam question, and look at specific rules you'll want to address in your answer.

In this episode, we discuss:

An attack plan for approaching questions involving Miranda issues
The constitutional basis for Miranda warnings
The definition of "custodial interrogation"
How a suspect can invoke or waive their rights
Analyzing two hypos illustrating how Miranda issues show up on an exam

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-228-listen-and-learn-criminal-procedure-miranda-warnings/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-pass-bar-exam-less-stress/id1370651486) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

227: Listen and Learn -- Duty of Candor to the Court Aug 14, 2023

Show notes

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! In this episode from our "Listen and Learn" series, we're talking about the duty of candor, which you're very likely to see tested on the MPRE; or if you're in California, on an essay question as well.

In this episode, we discuss:

What the duty of candor encompasses under the ABA and California rules
How an attorney can rectify an error, whether intentional or unintentional
Analyzing three questions from previous California bar exams involving the duty of candor
Candor as it relates to an attorney's reputation and credibility

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-227-listen-and-learn-duty-of-candor-to-the-court/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-pass-bar-exam-less-stress/id1370651486) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

226: Listen and Learn -- More Contract Defenses Aug 07, 2023

Show notes

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! This episode is part two in contract defenses. In part one, we focused on the defenses of mistake, fraudulent misrepresentation, and non-disclosure. Today, we cover three more: incapacity, undue influence, and duress.

In this episode, we discuss:

What is required to form a valid contract?
Individuals protected through the incapacity defense
What constitutes "undue influence"?
The two types of duress to watch out for in contract formation
Analyzing two essay questions related to contract formation and defenses

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-226-listen-and-learn-more-contract-defenses/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-pass-bar-exam-less-stress/id1370651486) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

225: Listen and Learn -- Authentication of Evidence Jul 17, 2023

Show notes

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, as part of our "Listen and Learn" series, we're discussing the rules around authentication of evidence, which comes into play when you're dealing with physical or documentary evidence.

In this episode, we discuss:

Physical vs. testimonial evidence
How the different types of physical/documentary evidence are authenticated
Items that are considered self-authenticating
Analyzing four hypos from previous California bar exams

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-225-listen-and-learn-authentication-of-evidence/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-pass-bar-exam-less-stress/id1370651486) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

224: Listen and Learn -- Service of Process (Civ Pro) Jul 10, 2023

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Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, as part of our "Listen and Learn" series, we're talking about service of process – a subject that sometimes sneaks into Civil Procedure questions on the bar exam. We'll discuss the general service of process rules under the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, as well as the California-specific rules.

In this episode, we discuss:

Serving a summons and complaint to individuals in the United States and in foreign countries under the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure
Serving a corporation or other non-individual
Substitute service of process under the California rules
Two hypos illustrating service of process issues

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-224-listen-and-learn-service-of-process-civ-pro/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-pass-bar-exam-less-stress/id1370651486) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

223: Quick Tips -- Balancing Passive and Active Studying for the Bar Exam Jun 26, 2023

Show notes

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! In this episode, we're talking about the difference between passive learning (such as reading notes or listening to a lecture) and active learning (such as memorization and deep understanding).

In this episode, we discuss:

How to assess if you're spending most of your time on passive studying
What is active studying and why is it more effective?
Finding the balance between passive and active studying
Why you have to start taking practice exams before you are ready
What can lead to burnout quickly during bar prep

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-223-quick-tips-balancing-passive-and-active-studying-for-the-bar-exam/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-pass-bar-exam-less-stress/id1370651486) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

222: Listen and Learn -- Criminal Procedure: Stop and Frisk Jun 19, 2023

Show notes

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, as part of our "Listen and Learn" series, we're focusing on Criminal Procedure. Specifically, we're talking about the "stop and frisk" exception to the warrant requirement. For other warrant requirement exceptions, please see Episode 220 of the podcast.

In this episode, we discuss:

The general attack plan for a Criminal Procedure question
When the "stop and frisk" exception to the warrant requirement applies
The exclusionary rule and the "fruit of the poisonous tree" doctrine
Applying the attack plan to two hypos

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-222-listen-and-learn-criminal-procedure-stop-and-frisk/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-pass-bar-exam-less-stress/id1370651486) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

221: Quick Tips -- Tools for Handling Distractions During Bar Study Jun 12, 2023

Show notes

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, as part of our "Quick Tips" series, we're talking about some tools you can use to handle distractions and optimize your study time during bar prep.

In this episode, we discuss:

App-blocking and timing tools to help you stay focused
Having a "study buddy" without the distractions that can come with it
The "Circles" method for organizing your study time
How "white noise," "pink noise," and "brown noise" can help you focus
Rewarding yourself when you complete a task
Daily mindfulness practices

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-221-quick-tips-tools-for-handling-distractions-during-bar-study/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-pass-bar-exam-less-stress/id1370651486) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

220: Listen and Learn -- Exceptions to the Warrant Requirement Jun 05, 2023

Show notes

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, as part of our "Listen and Learn" series, we're discussing Criminal Procedure -- specifically, exceptions to the warrant requirement.

In this episode, we discuss:

The general attack plan for a Criminal Procedure question
The plain view exception
The search incident to lawful arrest exception
The exclusionary rule
Applying the attack plan to two hypos

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-220-listen-and-learn-exceptions-to-the-warrant-requirement/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-pass-bar-exam-less-stress/id1370651486) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

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