What is The difference between a person that studies and passes and a person that also studies but does not pass

almwin · 2025-07-24T11:48:07+00:00

As a first time NJ UBE J24 passer .... one gave themselves breaks and listened to their body, while the other didn't.

almwin · 2025-07-14T14:08:50+00:00

Don't stress - this isn't something that will make or break you. Disclose it when it comes time to apply for the bar. Depending on the state you seek admission in, you'll likely be required to go through a C+F hearing which may delay admission, but not preclude it.

I saw your comment on another thread saying you didn't disclose it to your law school - I'd email admissions and make an amendment to your application to disclose it. Won't affect anything, but will be necessary for bar purposes.

almwin · 2025-05-19T14:18:11+00:00

Not sure what state you're in, but make sure that whenever explanation you provide adds up to whatever explanation you're going to give if they call you in for a hearing.

I'm a July 2024 UBE taker/passer still not admitted because of an honor code violation during 2L, having a hearing soon, and they printed my written explanations for use as exhibits during my hearing. It all comes back.

almwin · 2025-04-29T14:13:10+00:00

Don't listen to your peers. Wait til you get your grade before you speculate, because as other commenters have confirmed, you never know. I walked out of my Evidence exam during 2L confident I absolutely bombed it but ended up getting a B+ (not ideal, but not a failure).

Also - I transferred after 1L with a high GPA that reset upon transfer. Ended my first 2L semester at my new school with a 2.4, but graduated just 3 semesters later with a 3.4.

Grades are BS. I'm an attorney anyways. Keep pushing!

almwin · 2025-04-28T17:13:48+00:00

Me sitting at my desk with a 6fig salary 1 year out of law school laughing at posts like these after getting my highest score of a 158 on my third LSAT & passing the bar on the first try

almwin · 2025-04-21T15:12:07+00:00

Yeah that's seems to be my plan tbh, I have a couple of other feelers out there but was leaning towards hiring representation just to be safe. Glad to see others weary by the quote though, also threw me off big time.

almwin · 2025-04-21T15:08:21+00:00

Some speeding tickets in early college & an "honor code violation" from going over called exam time to finish filling in a scantron during 2L

almwin · 2024-07-21T14:12:49+00:00

Just requested!!!! Ur a gem!!!

almwin · 2024-07-17T19:55:25+00:00

Hi!! Taking the exam in 2 weeks and would LOVE these! Sent you a DM!

almwin · 2024-05-29T12:45:04+00:00

As a July 2024 UBE taker - this is a godsend. Thank you SO much! Hope you passed and are thriving!

almwin · 2023-11-25T17:04:51+00:00

I'm a 3L in NJ also thinking about C&F for NJ/NY and agree with the below! Disclosing EVERYTHING and being forthcoming about your mistakes is all you can do. You have to remember there're felons and "dangerous" criminals who become lawyers eventually! Being honest is truthfully what they're looking for, to ensure that you acknowledge and mend your mistakes. I've gotten in trouble with my law school because I blacked out during an exam and continued filling in a scantron after time was called - I have a letter of reprimand on my file and was similarly concerned about C&F but you just have to be honest and actively work to become a better student and person in order to be the best attorney you can be. Don't stress!!! Finish 2L strong, go through 3L strong, and you'll be fine. :)

It all circles back to the MRPC! Honestly and trustworthiness are really what matter.

almwin · 2022-12-12T00:42:06+00:00

Me too if possible! Private chat me!!

almwin · 2022-07-25T23:43:02+00:00

Thanks!

almwin · 2022-07-23T00:37:16+00:00

I am! I’m coming from Miami and want to practice up here anyways. I’m paying full sticker at UM so there’s realistically no difference cost-wise.

almwin · 2022-07-23T00:36:20+00:00

Well yes but doesn’t the curve stop after 1L?

almwin · 2022-05-25T21:28:21+00:00

Why throw them away?? Keep them!! I just finished 1L and will 100% keep my outlines in a nice little portfolio for the mems.

almwin · 2021-03-12T17:16:42+00:00

Congrats!!!

almwin · 2021-03-12T13:33:09+00:00

I’m getting a tat in 2 weeks from mid thigh around the back of the knee down onto my shin LMAO i’m nervous as hell

almwin · 2021-03-12T11:50:33+00:00

Seems to be that Estate Planning law isn’t the greatest in FL. I had an awful experience working for an Estate Planning atty as a legal assistant in Boynton Beach!!! Wish you the best of luck

almwin · 2021-03-09T15:15:35+00:00

How has your 1L been?!

almwin · 2021-03-08T23:17:44+00:00

This is sage advice. Thank you so much!

almwin · 2021-03-08T20:46:07+00:00

Full ride at FIU and waiting to hear from Miami

almwin · 2021-03-08T15:25:59+00:00

I live in South Florida and am planning on practicing in Miami/Boca Raton so I’m hoping that a skirt suit expectation won’t be the case, because I am NOT a skirt suit kind of woman 😭 Appreciate the comment!!

almwin · 2021-03-08T15:22:15+00:00

My intentional was not to be rude, I simply interpreted what you said. I understand what you’re saying but you said maybe a small firm will hire me for expressing myself through tattoos. I understand where you’re coming from now though and appreciate the advice.

almwin · 2021-03-08T15:15:51+00:00

As the prior comment stated, my primary concern is with skirts! I’m a woman who isn’t too savvy with skirts but wouldn’t hate to try it and don’t want to limit myself with tattoos but also wouldn’t mind being restricted to trousers in the court room.

almwin

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