Testimonials from Out-of-State Attorneys

"I moved to California after practicing law in the midwest for nearly 25 years and sought the services of The Bar Code. My tutor approached the California Bar Exam like a great trial lawyer - bringing strategy to the enterprise, helping me stay focused and demystifying the examination process. Her experiences and observations, always generously shared, helped me gain confidence and appreciation for the challenge of a bar exam, considering it cames my way again in the middle of my career as a lawyer. The Bar Code services are indispensable and ultimately made the difference in my passing the California Bar Exam."

Arthur Beeman, Esq. (2005) ***

"I took the bar exam in New York way back in 1987 so I was naturally apprehensive about studying for, let alone passing, the California bar exam in 2005. The Bar Code was the exact formula I needed to prepare for the exam this time around.  My tutor immediately disabused me of the notion that my 17 years as a practicing attorney would put me in a better position than the law students preparing for the exam.  The Bar Code intensive essay-writing program is designed to provide a structure for racking up points on the essays regardless of subject matter.   Moreover, the performance review seminar provided a unique strategy for working through the lengthy and complex materials in a time-efficient and productive manner.  Finally, Whitney Roberts' "cheat-sheets" really helped to reinforce the substantive law that I had not reviewed for so many years.  On the day of the test, I faithfully followed The Bar Code strategies for writing the essays and the performance exam.  It worked:  I passed the Bar in California on my first try!   I don't think I would have been able to accomplish this feat without this course."  

A. Missan, Esq. (2005) ***

"Taking the California Bar Exam 39 years after graduating Columbia Law School and nearly 4 decades of practicing law on the East Coast can make you think twice about moving to California.  Since my motivation was four grandchildren, I decided I had no choice and went in search of a tutor.  I worked with The Bar Code people and principles for three months.  I did this in conjunction with taking another bar review course, which paled in comparison to The Bar Code methodology and extensive feedback I received.  The essay workshop truly opened my eyes to the tricks and pitfalls of exam strategy in California, something I did not learn in my other review course.  And The Bar Code Cheat Sheets book ended up being the “Bar Bible” I carried with me everywhere. 

As a result of my experience with The Bar Code, I walked into the testing facility feeling empowered that I had the knowledge, skills and strategies I needed to be successful. My grandchildren were happy to learn that their "Babu" passed his test.  I can’t say enough about this course and recommend it unequivocally!"

J. Oshinsky, Esq. (2007) ***

" After just a few sessions of the "regular" bar review course, I knew instinctively that an essential element for success was missing.  Fortunately, a partner in our firm had recently taken the California Bar Exam and highly recommended The Bar Code.  It was like receiving the keys to success.  The Bar Code's intensive feedback and emphasis on how to write and not just what to write made all the difference.  There is no getting around the fact that taking the Bar is a stressful experience.  But with the strategies and preparation of The Bar Code squarely behind me, I had the confidence not to panic under the stress but to dig in and succeed.  I passed. I recommend The Bar Code without reservation."

T. Early, Esq. *** (2008 - pending)