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How to Pass the Bar Exam

February 3, 2025 By Alison Monahan Leave a Comment

How to Pass the Bar Exam

This month, we’re talking about a very relevant topic – how to pass the bar exam! If you’re studying for February, here’s a preview: Practice under exam conditions! It sounds obvious, but we talk to lots of people who fail the bar exam, and – almost to a person – they didn’t focus on practice. And I mean real practice. Actually writing out essays, not just outlining them. Closed-book work. Timed work. Full practice sets. You get the picture.

In case you think I’m the only one harping on this, I’m not. One of our most popular posts is this one: How to Pass the Bar Exam by Doing What Makes You The Most Uncomfortable. (Hint: it’s practicing.)

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Should You Job Hunt During Bar Prep?

January 6, 2025 By Alison Monahan Leave a Comment

Should You Job Hunt During Bar Prep?

Studying for the bar exam while searching for a legal job – it’s a situation many people find themselves in, especially if they didn’t secure a position before graduation or are retaking the bar exam. But is it actually a good idea to tackle both challenges at once? This month, we’ll be discussing this very question.

I sat down with former BigLaw recruiter Sadie Jones to explore this tricky situation. Sadie shared valuable insights about managing expectations, being strategic with your time, and how to approach the job search process while preparing for the bar.

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Podcast Episode 351: Listen and Learn — MBE vs. NextGen Multiple Choice: Negligence

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