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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:

099: Tips for Taking an Online Bar Exam Aug 03, 2020

Show notes

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, we're talking about preparing for taking an online bar exam, which will be the norm this year due to coronavirus concerns. We also discuss the recently-released information on how the October California bar exam will be administered.

In this episode, we discuss:

The long-awaited details on the October 2020 California bar exam
Using AdaptiBar to prepare for the MBE portion of the exam
Developing attack plans to help with essay-writing
How to prepare for the performance test
Practicing under exam conditions
Resolving any accommodations or other concerns now
Taking advantage of the practice questions the bar is going to be uploading

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-99-tips-for-taking-an-online-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

098: Listen and Learn -- The "Battle of the Forms" under UCC 2-207 Jul 27, 2020

Show notes

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, we're doing another episode in our "Listen and Learn" series, talking about the Uniform Commercial Code Section 2-207 -- or "battle of the forms", as it's commonly called.

In this episode, we discuss:

When to use the UCC in a Contracts essay
Understanding the rules of Section 2-207
The "mirror image" rule from common law
Going through two hypos involving UCC Section 2-207
Stating the possible outcomes and coming up with a reasonable conclusion
How a flowchart helps in visualizing the question

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-98-listen-and-learn-the-battle-of-the-forms-under-ucc-2-207/)

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

097: Listen and Learn -- The Reasonable Person Standard Jul 20, 2020

Show notes

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! This is another episode in our "Listen and Learn" series, where we review legal concepts and apply them to fact patterns. Today, we're tackling the reasonable person standard in Negligence.

In this episode, we discuss:

Who is the reasonable person we hold everyone else's conduct up to?
When do we apply the reasonable person "under the circumstances"?
Some commonly tested standards (people with physical or mental disabilities, children, professionals)
Analyzing a Negligence question from the February 2011 California bar exam
The importance of considering every fact in the fact pattern
If you think there are two sides to the argument - argue them both!
Developing an attack plan for Negligence

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-97-listen-and-learn-the-reasonable-person-standard/)

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

096: COVID-19 Bar Exam Update - July 2, 2020 Jul 13, 2020

Show notes

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, we're discussing the latest updates from different jurisdictions on how the bar exam is likely to be administered this year, and sharing strategies to help you prepare for taking the fall exam amidst all the uncertainty.

In this episode, we discuss:

What new information different jurisdictions have released since our last COVID-19 update
Preparing study aids if you plan on sitting for the exam in the fall
Practicing multiple ways of taking the exam to develop flexibility
The California "baby bar" and how online testing might work
Finding out as much information from the bar examiners as possible
How to decide whether you should postpone sitting for the bar

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-96-covid-19-bar-exam-update-july-2-2020/)

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

095: Listen and Learn -- Promissory Estoppel Jul 06, 2020

Show notes

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today's episode is part of our "Listen and Learn" series, where we review legal concepts and use them in fact patterns. This time we're analyzing a topic from contract law -- promissory estoppel.

In this episode, we discuss:

When is a promise breakable, and when is it a contract?
What is inadequate consideration?
The "reasonable and detrimental actions" requirement for promissory estoppel
Breach of contract and reliance damages
Analyzing two questions pertaining to promissory estoppel
How to structure the essay answer when the fact pattern contains multiple actions

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-95-listen-and-learn-promissory-estoppel/)

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

094: Impact of COVID-19 on the Bar Exam – June 15 Update Jun 22, 2020

Show notes

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, we have another update on what is known about the bar exam administration in different jurisdictions, which will hopefully help you make a more informed decision on how to proceed with your study schedule amidst the COVID-19 crisis.

In this episode, we discuss:

Updates from the National Conference of Bar Examiners
Which states are planning on administering an in-person exam in July?
The uncertainty around the California bar exam
Should you take an exam in a UBE state if the score is not transferable?
How to think about scheduling time off from work for the exam
Focusing on self-care and building resilience to cope with anxiety
Tips for preparing for a remote bar exam

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-94-impact-of-covid-19-on-the-bar-exam-june-15-update/)

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

093: Listen and Learn -- Constructive Eviction Jun 15, 2020

Show notes

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today's episode is part of our "Listen and Learn" series, and this time we'll review a topic from real property -- namely, constructive eviction.

In this episode, we discuss:

Regular eviction versus constructive eviction
The Implied Covenant of Quiet Enjoyment and Implied Warranty of Habitability
Using the SING mnemonic to remember the rules of constructive eviction
How to determine if there is substantial interference in the tenant's life or business
Analyzing two essay questions, from the July 2007 and February 2012 California bar exams

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-93-listen-and-learn-constructive-eviction/)

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

092: Listen and Learn -- Subject Matter Jurisdiction Jun 08, 2020

Show notes

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! This is another episode in our "Listen and Learn" series, where we review legal concepts and apply them to fact patterns. Today, we're talking about a commonly tested Civ Pro topic -- subject matter jurisdiction.

In this episode, we discuss:

Review of the basic concept of jurisdiction
How to structure your subject matter jurisdiction essay answer
The rules for federal question and diversity
Determining citizenship and domicile for people and corporations
Analyzing two Civ Pro essay questions, from the February 2009 and July 2012 California bar exams
Other laws that tie into subject matter jurisdiction

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-92-listen-and-learn-subject-matter-jurisdiction/)

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

091: Listen and Learn -- Logical and Legal Relevance Jun 01, 2020

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Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! This episode is part of our "Listen and Learn" series, where we review legal concepts and apply them to fact patterns. Today, we're talking about a topic you will see on every Evidence essay on the bar exam: relevance.

In this episode, we discuss:

The two basic kinds of relevance
Relevance and admissibility in the court room
Determining facts of consequence
Weighing the probative value of the evidence against the risk of admitting it into court
Analyzing two essay questions, from the July 2005 and July 2009 California bar exams
Tips for writing bar exam Evidence essays

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-91-listen-and-learn-logical-and-legal-relevance/)

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

090: COVID-19 Bar Exam Updates and Strategies May 25, 2020

Show notes

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, we're sharing our latest thoughts on studying for the bar exam with the delay caused by the coronavirus pandemic, and generally trying to make the situation work best for you.

In this episode, we discuss:

Updates on the information known from various jurisdictions in the country
Will anything be available online, such as the MBE?
What is "courtesy seating" and which states are offering it?
Should you switch jurisdictions?
Thinking about travel arrangements
Pros and cons of starting to study early
Looking at the big picture beyond COVID-19

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-90-covid-19-bar-exam-updates-and-strategies/)

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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