The purpose of the bar exam is for the bar examiners to
determine if you are ready to be a lawyer. That’s why using lawyer-like words
will help you when you write.
I don’t mean for you to use legalisms or a lot of “wherefor
art thou” type of language. Instead use the verbs that lawyers use. For
example, don’t tell the bar examiners that the court will find the criminal
defendant innocent. A defendant is always found not guilty. When a plaintiff
prevails, don’t say that the plaintiff won the case. Instead of telling the bar
examiners that the court will reject the petition, tell the bar examiners that
the court will dismiss the petition. Instead of a party losing a venue issue,
for example, say that the party waived his right to it.
Also use “term of art” lawyer words. For example, one of my
pet peeves is when a law students doesn’t use the word pretermitted child when
discussing a child who was omitted from a will . Use words like elective share
when discussing what the spouse is entitled to in the will.
Your essay will be much better when you use language that
lawyers use.
Remember, write like a lawyer for your bar exam essays and
MPTs. Only then will the bar examiners know you are ready to practice law.
The MBE & UBE Testing Institute knows that taking the bar exam as a repeat taker can be an isolating experience. The MBE & UBE Testing Institute helps the student keep motivated and confident through interaction with an MBE & UBE Testing Institute’s bar tutor.
If you need help passing the MBE, contact the MBE & UBE Testing Institute at pass@mbetestinginstitute.com for more information.
Solutions for Success!
No comments:
Post a Comment