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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:

199: Using Spaced Repetition for Your Law School and Bar Exam Studies (w/Gabriel Teninbaum) Dec 12, 2022

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Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, we're excited to have Gabriel Teninbaum -- law professor and founder of Spaced Repetition Systems -- joining the podcast to speak about how the spaced repetition learning technique can help with your law school and bar exam studies.

Note: If you're interested in checking out spacedrepetition.com for yourself, you can use the coupon code TOOLBOX15 for 15% off any product on the website.

In this episode, we discuss:

Some background on our guest Gabe Teninbaum, and why he's passionate about spaced repetition
The theory behind spaced repetition and how it works in practice
Using spaced repetition to memorize material
How early in your study should you start using the spaced repetition technique?
Does learning with spaced repetition as a law student help lay the foundation for bar study?
How you can use the spacedrepetition.com website for your law school and bar exam studies

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-199-using-spaced-repetition-for-your-law-school-and-bar-exam-studies-w-gabriel-teninbaum/)

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

198: The NextGen Bar Exam (w/Doretta McGinnis) Dec 05, 2022

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Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today we have one of our law school and bar exam tutors, Doretta McGinnis, joining us on the podcast to talk about the upcoming NextGen Bar Exam.

In this episode, we discuss:

The current components of the Uniform Bar Exam
What changes to the bar exam format are in the works?
The topics and skills the new bar exam will be testing
The timeframe for the transition to the NextGen Bar Exam
Is the change to the bar exam format generally a good thing?

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-198-the-nextgen-bar-exam-w-doretta-mcginnis/)

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

197: Listen and Learn -- Vicarious Liability (Torts) Nov 28, 2022

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Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, we're discussing the circumstances under which a principal is vicariously liable for the unlawful actions of their employees and independent contractors.

In this episode, we discuss:

The general rule for vicarious liability
Distinguishing between employee and independent contractor
When is an employee considered to act within the scope of employment?
When is a principal liable for torts committed by an independent contractor?

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-197-listen-and-learn-vicarious-liability-torts/)

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

196: Quick Tips -- What to Do If You Forget the Law on Exam Day Nov 14, 2022

Show notes

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, in another episode from our "Quick Tips" series, we're talking about what seems to be everyone's biggest fear on the bar exam, and that's forgetting the law.

In this episode, we discuss:

Effectively using all the facts you're given in the question
How to write a coherent and well-structured answer if you're not sure of the rules
Memorization techniques to help you remember the law
Identifying ahead of time what practice is effective in keeping you calm

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-196-quick-tips-what-to-do-if-you-forget-the-law-on-exam-day/)

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

195: Quick Tips -- Studying for the Bar If You've Been Out of Law School a Long Time Nov 07, 2022

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Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, in an episode from our "Quick Tips" series, we talk about the daunting task of coming back to study for the bar exam when you have been out of law school for a long time.

In this episode, we discuss:

Investing in a good test prep resource
How to set a realistic study schedule
Deciding what study methods work best for you
Thinking about where you can and cannot cut corners
Finding a way to track your progress and keep yourself accountable
Tips for studiers who failed the bar and haven't gone back to it yet

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-195-quick-tips-studying-for-the-bar-if-youve-been-out-of-law-school-a-long-time/)

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

194: Quick Tips -- The MPRE Oct 31, 2022

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Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, in an episode from our "Quick Tips" series, we break down how to prepare for the Professional Responsibility exam, which is a crucial element of bar admission.

In this episode, we discuss:

The structure of the MPRE
When you should plan to schedule sitting for the exam
Tips for studying for the MPRE
How long do you need to spend studying?
Getting accommodations for the MPRE

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-194-quick-tips-the-mpre/)

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

193: What Are the Next Steps If You Fail the Bar Exam? Oct 23, 2022

Show notes

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today we're discussing how to rationally evaluate the reasons you failed the bar, and make a plan for moving on and passing the next time you sit for the exam.

In this episode, we discuss:

The importance of looking at your score report and what it's telling you
Deciding what you need to change in your prep approach
Being realistic about fitting in studying around other obligations
Are there accommodations you possibly needed and didn't get?
Thinking about whether you can afford to start studying again right now

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-193-what-are-the-next-steps-if-you-fail-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

192: Advantages of Slow Burn Bar Prep Oct 17, 2022

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Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Typically, students graduate from law school and prepare for the bar exam in a focused way over 8-10 weeks. This is a very intense style of preparation and doesn't work for everyone. In today's episode, we're sharing some practical tips for people who decide to study over a longer time period.

In this episode, we discuss:

Downsides to the traditional bar prep approach of studying over 8-10 weeks
Practical tips for people studying for more time
Starting to prepare for the bar in law school
What are good things to start doing early?
Potential pitfalls to the slow burn study approach

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-192-advantages-of-slow-burn-bar-prep/)

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

191: Quick Tips -- Using Spaced Repetition to Memorize Oct 10, 2022

Show notes

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, we have the first episode of our new "Quick Tips" series. Join us as we discuss the usefulness of spaced repetition as a learning tool, especially when we're faced with overwhelming amounts of information to memorize during bar exam prep.

Note: "SRS" in this episode refers to the application of spaced repetition called SeRiouS found at www.spacedrepetition.com.

In this episode, we discuss:

The science behind spaced repetition
The key to spaced repetition learning
A spaced repetition method using a system of flashcards
An online spaced repetition tool designed specifically for law students

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-191-quick-tips-using-spaced-repetition-to-memorize/)

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

190: Listen and Learn -- Exceptions to Confidentiality (Professional Responsibility) Oct 03, 2022

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Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, we're going to be discussing Professional Responsibility, and specifically, exceptions to confidentiality under the ABA and California rules.

In this episode, we discuss:

The ABA and California rules for confidentiality of information
Exceptions to the rules for confidentiality
Analyzing three fact patterns from previous California bar exams

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-190-listen-and-learn-exceptions-to-confidentiality-professional-responsibility/)

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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