MT BAR Cheat Sheet 2026

The 30 highest-yield MT BAR facts, distilled from real exam questions. Print it, save it as a PDF, or study it here — free, no sign-up.

1. The parol evidence rule in Montana prevents introduction of extrinsic evidence to: → Contradict or vary the terms of a fully integrated written agreement
2. Which of the following crimes typically requires proof of "specific intent"? → Theft
3. Which of the following is an exception to the hearsay rule? → A dying declaration
4. Montana follows which property distribution system in divorce proceedings? → Equitable distribution, dividing marital property fairly but not necessarily equally
5. Under Montana law, the rule against perpetuities limits the duration of future interests to: → A life in being at creation plus 21 years
6. Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees the right to a fair trial? → Sixth Amendment
7. Under Montana law, a corporation's articles of incorporation must include all of the following EXCEPT: → The names of all initial shareholders
8. Under Montana RPC 1.5, a contingency fee agreement must be: → In writing, signed by the client, and state the method of calculation
9. Under the Montana Business Corporation Act, shareholders generally have the right to inspect corporate records: → Upon written demand for a proper purpose
10. Under Montana securities law, an exemption from registration under the Montana Securities Act is available for: → Isolated non-issuer transactions not involving a public offering
11. In a Montana dissolution proceeding, debts incurred during the marriage are generally treated as: → Marital liabilities subject to equitable allocation between the spouses
12. Under Montana's LLC Act, a member-managed LLC has authority to bind the LLC when: → A member acts in the ordinary course of business
13. In Montana, which factor is NOT typically considered in calculating a maintenance (alimony) award? → The fault of either spouse in causing the divorce
14. Under Montana law, a will may be revoked by: → Physical act, subsequent will or codicil, or written statement signed by the testator
15. In Montana, a 'no-contest' (in terrorem) clause in a will is generally: → Enforceable unless the contestant had probable cause for the contest
16. A Montana limited liability company provides members with limited liability protection, meaning members are generally: → Not personally liable for LLC debts and obligations
17. Under Montana RPC 4.2, an attorney may not communicate directly with a represented party without: → The consent of the party's attorney or authorization by law or court order
18. A Montana court will most likely enforce a liquidated damages clause when: → The amount is a reasonable forecast of actual harm
19. What is the legal standard for a police officer to make an arrest? → Probable cause
20. What is "hearsay" in the context of evidence law? → A statement made outside of the courtroom offered for its truth
21. In Montana, attorney advertising is subject to which primary restriction under the Rules of Professional Conduct? → Advertising must not contain false or misleading information
22. Under Montana law, a material breach by one party to a contract: → Entitles the non-breaching party to suspend performance and sue for damages
23. Under Montana's Uniform Probate Code, intestate property of a decedent who dies leaving a spouse and children (all of the spouse) passes: → Entirely to the spouse
24. Under Montana partnership law, partners in a general partnership are: → Jointly and severally liable for all partnership obligations
25. Under Montana's UPC, intestate succession distributes property of a person who dies without a will first to: → The surviving spouse and descendants
26. In Montana, a will may be revoked by: → Physical act such as burning or tearing, or by a subsequent valid will
27. A Montana court issuing a domestic relations order (QDRO) in a divorce to divide a spouse's pension is exercising which type of authority? → Equitable authority to divide marital property including retirement benefits
28. A Montana close corporation differs from a publicly held corporation primarily in that: → It has a small number of shareholders and typically imposes share transfer restrictions
29. In Montana, a trust is generally created by: → A written instrument signed by the settlor or a court order
30. Under Montana law, legal separation differs from dissolution of marriage primarily in that: → After legal separation, the parties remain married and cannot remarry