Saturday, February 26, 2011
Friday, February 25, 2011
It's Over When it's Over!
We now close the chapter on the February 2011 bar exam. . .and wait for results.
As for me, the chapter will open in March 2011 as I begin to prepare for the July 2011 bar exam. So to those bar takers, CONGRAT'S! You are done! And to those beginning (or soon to begin) bar exam studies, rest up!
As for me, the chapter will open in March 2011 as I begin to prepare for the July 2011 bar exam. So to those bar takers, CONGRAT'S! You are done! And to those beginning (or soon to begin) bar exam studies, rest up!
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Day 2 of the February 2011 Bar Exam is Done!
Congratulations, you've made it to Day 3. Now, pull out the stops for Day 3! You are nearly done. Yeah!
P.S. A friend of mine is taking two Ibuprofen pills before the morning and just prior to the afternoon session to ward off the shoulder and back pain. It's working!
P.S. A friend of mine is taking two Ibuprofen pills before the morning and just prior to the afternoon session to ward off the shoulder and back pain. It's working!
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Day 1 of the February 2011 Exam is Over!
If you feel great about your results today, keep the good feeling going and bring it to Day 2.
And, if you are doubting yourself, don't let this self-doubt affect you on Day 2 or on Day 3. Treat each day of the exam as if it were a new day to shine and to demonstrate your knowledge and skills. Go in with confidence, and if you falter, momentarily, or on one essay, let it go. Do your best and really shine on the next essay.
As it relates to essays and PT's, I scan the essays quickly to determine which one is the most difficult and the most easy. I write the essay that is in the middle-level of difficulty to get the wheels moving. Next, I write the most difficult essay because it may require more time. I write the easiest essay last. It should require the least amount of time.
Now, go get a good night's sleep and eat a good breakfast before the exam tomorrow. Sweet dreams and good luck!
And, if you are doubting yourself, don't let this self-doubt affect you on Day 2 or on Day 3. Treat each day of the exam as if it were a new day to shine and to demonstrate your knowledge and skills. Go in with confidence, and if you falter, momentarily, or on one essay, let it go. Do your best and really shine on the next essay.
As it relates to essays and PT's, I scan the essays quickly to determine which one is the most difficult and the most easy. I write the essay that is in the middle-level of difficulty to get the wheels moving. Next, I write the most difficult essay because it may require more time. I write the easiest essay last. It should require the least amount of time.
Now, go get a good night's sleep and eat a good breakfast before the exam tomorrow. Sweet dreams and good luck!
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Go Well into the Februrary 2011 Bar Exam!
Having returned to California from Illinois, I have secured a temporary contract assignment as a Legal Secretary. . .I am reestablishing my life. Under these circumstances, I decided to sit for the bar exam, for the 3rd time, in July 2011 while I have periodically been coaching or assisting my former bar study partner who, like me, failed the July 2010 bar exam with only a few points shy of a passing score. Rather than being disheartened, both of us were encouraged to know that the exam can be passed; it takes one more try, one last push.
So, to my bar study partner and friend, if you are reading this, I know that you've made a serious effort to prepare for the February 2011 bar exam, and that you've had the best of coaching from our tutor. I am behind you 100%. You have perservered, again, despite many pressures that life has placed in your way. Go into this exam with confidence (but not over-confidence). Go in knowing that you are well prepared. Be sure to do some zen-like breathing. And, if you feel yourself lacking in knowledge on the essays, make up a rule and analyze the facts against it. And, may Lady Luck be on your side. It is my sincere hope that in May 2011, when you receive your results, you receive a passing score.
To all other February 2011 bar exam takers, whether repeaters or "first timers," may Lady Luck also be on your side.
So, to my bar study partner and friend, if you are reading this, I know that you've made a serious effort to prepare for the February 2011 bar exam, and that you've had the best of coaching from our tutor. I am behind you 100%. You have perservered, again, despite many pressures that life has placed in your way. Go into this exam with confidence (but not over-confidence). Go in knowing that you are well prepared. Be sure to do some zen-like breathing. And, if you feel yourself lacking in knowledge on the essays, make up a rule and analyze the facts against it. And, may Lady Luck be on your side. It is my sincere hope that in May 2011, when you receive your results, you receive a passing score.
To all other February 2011 bar exam takers, whether repeaters or "first timers," may Lady Luck also be on your side.
Monday, February 14, 2011
Attorney Withdrwal and Professional Responsibility - Real Life Oakland City Attorney Example
When state and federal law are in conflict, what is an attorney to do? Read the article from the link below published in The Recorder:
http://www.law.com/jsp/ca/PubArticleCA.jsp?id=1202481727157&src=EMC-Email&et=editorial&bu=The%20Recorder&pt=The%20Recorder%20News%20Alert&cn=20110214&kw=Oakland%20Hires%20Meyers%20Nave%20for%20Pot-Farm%20Plan&slreturn=1&hbxlogin=1#
http://www.law.com/jsp/ca/PubArticleCA.jsp?id=1202481727157&src=EMC-Email&et=editorial&bu=The%20Recorder&pt=The%20Recorder%20News%20Alert&cn=20110214&kw=Oakland%20Hires%20Meyers%20Nave%20for%20Pot-Farm%20Plan&slreturn=1&hbxlogin=1#
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
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