Bar Exam MPT Preparation & Experiential Learning For Law Students: Interactive Performance Test Training

The MPT is described as an "easy" 20 points on the Bar Exam because it is "open book" meaning, everything needed to answer the task is there... no memorization needed. The challenging part is reading, organizing and writing it all in 90 minutes. Prof. Berman gives very descriptive suggestions and strategies for organizing and analyzing nearly all of the most common types of tasks tested on the exam. Each chapter is devoted to a different subject and type of legal document that may be on the exam.(Criminal Law, Criminal Pro., Torts, Con. Law, Evidence, Property, Professional Responsibility, Contracts, Civil Pro. and Family Law) with time saving suggestions and plans of attack. The mock exams for each subject and sample answers, which are actual past MPTs can be found on line at the ABA website. (Website included) This book helps you to practice the skills needed to attack the question and build up your speed so you will be ready for the actual exam. For anyone putting off practicing for this part of the exam or weak on this section, buy this book because it is all put together in one neat little package for you to work with. Imagine 20 easy points there for you to have if you could write a quick well organized Memo, Brief, deposition, or closing argument. Those 20 points really are a gift. Why wouldn't you want to try to get the most points you can to pass and put the Bar Exam in the past!I am so happy I found this little gem.

I'm self-studying for the UBE and wanted some guidance on the MPT section. I purchased this book along with the much more expensive, infinitely less helpful Rigos one. Bottom line: Berman's book gave me exactly what I was looking for at a great price. I highly, highly recommend this if you're looking for some MPT guidance.What I really like about this book is that it goes over pretty much every potential MPT question: memos, briefs, client letters, opening and closing arguments, jury instructions, discovery plans, affidavits, interrogatories, settlement proposals, mediation, etc. She describes what each type of question is, what each task typically requires, and how we're expected to answer it. Her descriptions are brief, yet succinct and efficient. She then provides links to actual, released performance tests from the California Bar Exam (hosted on the ABA's website) that not only cover a wide range of question types, but also a variety of subjects. The model answer to each question is found on the website as well. In her book, though, Berman provides a detailed explanation and analysis of how she would approach the question, noting tips and personalized insight.Overall, I'd say that you probably don't need many study aids when it comes to preparing for the MPT, as most of the skills required were likely learned in law school. However, if you'd like guidance on all potential types of questions, especially if your self-studying and unfamiliar with tasks other than briefs and memos, then I really think this is the only resource you'll need.

Helped me a lot

Very happy with this book :)