Multistate Performance Flashcards

On the MPT, what is the primary purpose of the "File" provided to examinees?

Answer: It contains the factual materials for the client's case, such as memos, transcripts, and correspondence

The File holds all case-specific factual documents, while the Library holds the legal authorities.

An MPT task memo instructs you to write a persuasive brief. Which approach best fits this instruction?

Answer: Advocate for your client's position using favorable framing of law and facts

A persuasive brief requires advocacy that frames the law and facts favorably for the client.

How much time is allotted for each MPT item on the Indiana Bar Exam?

Answer: 90 minutes

Each MPT item is designed to be completed in 90 minutes.

The MPT Library includes a statute and two cases from the fictional state of Franklin. What should an examinee assume about outside law?

Answer: Only the law provided in the Library should be used to analyze the problem

The MPT is a closed universe, so only the legal authorities supplied in the Library may be relied upon.

In an MPT case in the Library, a decision from the Franklin Supreme Court conflicts with a Franklin Court of Appeal decision. Which controls in a Franklin trial court?

Answer: The Franklin Supreme Court decision because it is the highest state court

Decisions of the jurisdiction's highest court bind all lower courts regardless of recency of intermediate decisions.

An MPT task memo asks for an objective memorandum but you notice strong arguments for the opposing party. What should you do?

Answer: Address the weaknesses candidly because an objective memo evaluates both sides

An objective memo must candidly evaluate strengths and weaknesses of the client's position.

What percentage of the total UBE score in Indiana comes from the two MPT items combined?

Answer: 20%

The two MPTs together account for 20% of the Uniform Bar Examination score.