Today was the first day of the test. It was a half day that covered Alabama Civil Litigation. Unfortunately, I didn't spend as much time studying this as I thought I had, as evidenced from my reaction when I read the first question. I believe I actually said out loud (albeit quietly) "Son of a bitch!" Seemed appropriate at the time.
We had 3 hours to cover 6 questions. This means that you write like crazy and your formatting is not as good as you'd hope. At least, that's what it means to me. I read the questions about 3 times, thinking that there was no hope and I might as well go home. I then took a quick break, gave myself a pep talk, and realized that I actually might know this stuff. So I got down to it.
I wrote scintillating essays on subject matter jurisdiction, personal jurisdiction, and venue. I wrote about the Rule 12(b) rules. I could remember all but number 7. I guess I have to credit case; in Core, we had to write 12(b)(6) motions to dismiss for failure to state grounds under which relief can be made. Luckily, I think that was one of the answers to the essay I wrote. And if I'm wrong, hopefully I laid out my argument well enough that I'll get credit anyway.
Tomorrow is the Multistate Essay Exam and the Multistate Performance Test. A full day of writing! I guess today was the breaking in of my hands. I wasn't as sore as I thought I would be, but I'm chalking that up to intense stress and the ability to block pain receptors.
Two more days, and I'll be done, and I can have beer again! I miss you, beer.
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Hey babe! Keep it up! My thoughts are always with you and B although you may not hear from me often. All the good wishes that are not spent on my fear of falling as I walk down the aisle (did I make you laugh, just picture it and you may :) ) are going to you and B while you take the bar. Call me when its all over! Love ya. TN (soon to be TP...yes you can laugh at that one too - everyone else is).
Happy dancing and silly songs still happening here, got the boys to join in as well. Other Alabamians are sending good vibes your way. Love you. W
Best wishes! When you're done, go out and have that beer. Cheers!
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