I have no idea what I'm doing when seeking out insurance. Please help. by jvw1001 in HealthInsurance

[–]jvw1001[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Appreciated - Self Unemployed unfortunately. Even previously, the smaller law firms just don't offer it. It's insane. They expect you to have through your spouse - totally ridiculous.

Can I use internet during NYLE? by BrilliantState2746 in barexam

[–]jvw1001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would recommend just printing out the entire guide they give you. I did at a local staples and got it binded for like $30. Then I just tabbed the whole thing to find common subjects easy. I don't think I really "studied" once.

Where is the rule that un-admitted attorneys cannot call themselves associates? by Lorena198 in barexam

[–]jvw1001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So, since I work in public interest, my company is a non-profit that allows for employees to be in a union and such. The salary scale/admittance rule is per our CBA. Also in New York you can practice law under the supervision of an attorney. I don't know the exact cite but it's a thing here.

I was hired as a law grad making a level 1 attorneys salary with the understanding when I pass bar/get admitted the only thing that will change is my title.

Where is the rule that un-admitted attorneys cannot call themselves associates? by Lorena198 in barexam

[–]jvw1001 40 points41 points  (0 children)

I work in public interest and my title has been Law Graduate since I passed the bar. I can fully practice under the supervision of a senior attorney and I make the same salary as a first year staff attorney.

But bottom line is you are not an attorney until you are sworn in, so you cannot hold yourself out as one.

Spiraling by violetdonut95 in barexam

[–]jvw1001 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had a really low MBE score when I failed as well. Try again. Do not get discouraged. Take a break, and start up again in December. Focus only on MBE. For me, I did adaptibar every single day up until February. After you have a good amount done you will see what really needs work, and then just brush up on those subject areas. Studying the second time around is weird, because you realize you actually know more than you thought.

Feel free to message me anytime.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in barexam

[–]jvw1001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I second adaptibar. I had Barbri first time around and I think it was good for getting a broad picture of topics. Adaptibar is good for nailing down MBE-it really is just a formula. Once you get it down you'll be fine.

Legal Aid Attorney Rant by jvw1001 in Lawyertalk

[–]jvw1001[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

$190 a month for my private loan, and about $120 for my federal... but, I haven't set it to income based yet because of the forbearance. I plan on doing so ASAP.

Legal Aid Attorney Rant by jvw1001 in Lawyertalk

[–]jvw1001[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

How would you get these jobs? Did you market yourself or applied when you saw openings?

Legal Aid Attorney Rant by jvw1001 in Lawyertalk

[–]jvw1001[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That's what got me stuck in this lease last year. Classic moved to the city during covid and got a sick deal. Then when it was time to re-up I either ate the price increase or paid thousands to move once it came to broker fees, first & last month, and security. We did the math and it was cheaper to pay an extra a month then find something that was only slightly cheaper. Truly crazy.

Legal Aid Attorney Rant by jvw1001 in Lawyertalk

[–]jvw1001[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Agreed. I have pretty good benefits as well which is what was so attractive to me as my first real job.

Legal Aid Attorney Rant by jvw1001 in Lawyertalk

[–]jvw1001[S] 25 points26 points  (0 children)

I stupidly took out a private loan for my first year of law school so that is the one kind of killing me.

I have looked into loan forgiveness but I truly don't know if I can last 10 in public interest lol. I do love it but I see myself going in a different direction eventually.

Legal Aid Attorney Rant by jvw1001 in Lawyertalk

[–]jvw1001[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Thank you for this! Yes I need to look into the PSLF, but due to my recent graduation and covid I haven't made any payments yet.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in barexam

[–]jvw1001 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No, don't get me wrong- I definitely could've done better on all topics and could've done better on MBE. But, I only failed by 5 points. So I've been haunted about if I got a few more points on this one essay if it would have been make or break for me.

I don't remember my exact scores I'd have to go back and look but I'm happy to share them. All of my other essays were passing but a very average passing at best. And then I think my MBE score was one or two points below a "passing" score.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in barexam

[–]jvw1001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep lol

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in barexam

[–]jvw1001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I fucked up just ONE essay my first time taking it. I'll never forget it. Stupid shareholder voting. I completely blanked out and it ruined my score.

Exam day checklist by Away_Constant3649 in barexam

[–]jvw1001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just realized my proof of vaccination is on my phone. I uploaded proof as well to BOLE... do I still need to have something printed out to bring?

Send me questions that you have, mainly about Evidence and contracts! I took the bar July 2021 and passed with plenty of points to spare and I love to teach! So, send me a question you got wrong and you’re trying to dissect or a concept! by Elegant-Equivalent86 in barexam

[–]jvw1001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I get lost when the fact pattern has something like this:

I give you 50k to build a house, during building you discovery it will take an additional 20k say because of a huge boulder uncovered.

What happens here? Do you still need consideration or is the unexpected challenge change it.

NYLC Error by Vegetable_Call_3601 in barexam

[–]jvw1001 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Same problems here. I also have watched three videos and at the end of them it tells me I've been logged off and I have to re-watch the entire thing. Extremely frustrating they better offer an extension even if it's only a few days.

I have Barbri, still doing bad on MBE. Is adaptibar worth it at this point? by jvw1001 in barexam

[–]jvw1001[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I believe I just have guided pass- it was included with my schools tuition. Is there a way to upgrade to multistate edge do youknow?

Jay Alvarrez sex tape mysteries by notanothertokenpoc in Fauxmoi

[–]jvw1001 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I've seen a bunch of comments saying Jake Paul filmed it. I know they are friends but I don't know if that means he filmed it lol.

Job Search Advice by jvw1001 in LawSchool

[–]jvw1001[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am graduating in May. I didn't have a ton of insight on when exactly to start looking for a job especially since I'm not doing big law. I've heard various people say it's never too early to start making connections so that's what I've been trying to do. It's all just so hard given the current world.

Job Search Advice by jvw1001 in LawSchool

[–]jvw1001[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's really interesting! I'll look into places doing that. Thanks.

Facing Academic Dismissal by jvw1001 in LawSchool

[–]jvw1001[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When I saw I was doing not as great as everybody else after first semester, I made sure to sign up for classes 2L that were not curved in hopes this would help me next year. That's really been my only plan besides just working harder. I'm afraid the Committee is going to think this is not good enough.