The task memo typically provides instructions and identifies issues, but does not provide a comprehensive outline of the expected answer. Examinees are expected to determine the structure of their response based on the given information.
The MPT tests practical lawyering skills, not memorization of substantive law. Skills tested include legal analysis, factual analysis, and communication.
When faced with contradictions, examinees should identify them and explain how they affect the analysis, demonstrating critical thinking skills.
While strategies can vary, a common recommendation is to spend about 30 minutes reading and organizing, and 60 minutes writing.
The MPT is designed to assess an examinee's ability to use fundamental lawyering skills in a realistic situation, rather than testing substantive law knowledge.
