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The Washington Supreme Court has lowered the state UBE passing score from 266 to 260, impacting candidates retroactively.
California's State Bar announces the return of its Strategies and Stories program for February 2026 bar exam applicants, enhancing preparation through shared experiences.
The FTC's endorsement of eliminating ABA authority over bar exam requirements raises critical discussions on legal education accessibility in Texas.
This article discusses the importance of bar exams in ensuring competence in lawyers, highlighting recent critiques and the need for reform.
The company responsible for proctoring the February 2025 California Bar Exam faces serious allegations regarding exam administration failures, leading to legal and professional scrutiny.
Washington State has retroactively lowered its bar exam passing score in anticipation of the NextGen Uniform Bar Examination debuting in July 2026.
The State Bar of California Board of Trustees has recommended several non-scoring remedies for February 2025 Bar Exam applicants, highlighting ongoing efforts to improve examination fairness.
The California Supreme Court has enacted reforms for a new California-specific bar exam, emphasizing essential legal topics and practical skills.
NCBE has released the family law subject matter outline for the NextGen Bar Exam, effective July 2028, marking significant updates for future examinees.