MD Bar Essay 2

Question 1

Since Maryland adopted the Uniform Bar Exam, which essay component do examinees complete?

Accepted Answer

The Multistate Essay Examination (MEE)

Answer

Maryland administers the UBE, so the essay portion consists of the six MEE questions.

Question 2

How much time is allotted for each MEE essay question on the Maryland Bar Exam?

Accepted Answer

30 minutes

Answer

The MEE consists of six essays with 30 minutes allotted per question.

Question 3

An MEE question presents a contract dispute over the sale of 500 custom widgets. Which body of law should the essay primarily apply?

Accepted Answer

UCC Article 2, because widgets are goods

Answer

Contracts for the sale of goods, even custom-made goods, are governed by UCC Article 2.

Question 4

In an essay answer, what does the 'A' in the IRAC structure require you to do?

Accepted Answer

Apply the rule to the specific facts presented

Answer

Application means analyzing how the legal rule operates on the fact pattern's specific facts.

Question 5

An essay tests a will signed by the testator but witnessed by only one person. Under the majority rule tested on the MEE, the will is most likely:

Accepted Answer

Invalid, because two witnesses are generally required

Answer

The traditional attested-will rule requires the testator's signature plus two witnesses.

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