Strategies & Tactics for the MBE

Strategies & Tactics for the MBE by Steve Emanuel is a comprehensive and practical guide designed to help law students master the Multistate Bar Examination with confidence and precision. Written by one of the most respected authorities in legal education, this revised edition reflects the latest developments and testing trends of the MBE, ensuring students are fully prepared for exam day.

Rather than focusing solely on black-letter law, Emanuel emphasizes how to think like the examiners. The book breaks down the unique structure of MBE questions and teaches proven strategies for analyzing fact patterns, identifying key legal issues, and eliminating tempting but incorrect answer choices. Each chapter provides subject-specific techniques for all tested areas, including Civil Procedure, Constitutional Law, Contracts, Criminal Law and Procedure, Evidence, Real Property, and Torts.

Drawing on decades of experience passing multiple bar exams and coaching thousands of successful students, Emanuel highlights common traps, recurring patterns, and high-frequency topics that regularly appear on the MBE. Step-by-step approaches, clear explanations, and practical insights help readers improve speed, accuracy, and confidence under exam conditions.

Ideal as both a primary strategy guide and a powerful supplement to substantive outlines and practice questions, Strategies & Tactics for the MBE equips students with the tools needed to approach the exam strategically, avoid costly mistakes, and maximize their score. It is an essential resource for any serious bar candidate aiming for success on the MBE.