Jagdish (Jay) Bijlani, Esq.

I would strongly recommend Jay’s services to anyone taking the Bar Exam for four reasons.
First, his materials provide you only the information that you need to know in an easy format. When I first took the exam I tried to learn way too much. Jay’s notes concentrate on what is important and provide you what you need to know in a format that is easily memorizable.
Second, Jay’s program stresses what is important. The vast majority of your time will be spent practicing, reviewing and memorizing. Because his preparation was so intensive when the exam came around it was «relatively» easier for me then others. While I saw others struggling to «stay afloat» I was able to do what was necessary because my preparation had been so hard.
For example, you will learn through practice the way that the bar exam has tested subjects in the past. Because I had done so many practice exams when I encountered an essay question I knew what was expected out of me because I could recognize the similarity between those questions and the ones that I had done.
Also, Jay will have you use adaptibar which is much better than barbri’s questions. These are actual bar exam questions, not hypos. There were a number of people I spoke to at the exam who struggled with the MBE because they were not familiar with the way the bar exam tested subjects on the mbe.
Third, Jay provides the necessary emotional and mental support that is necessary to tackle the bar exam. He was always positive and emotionally supportive when I needed him too be. But, he also pushed me when I needed to be pushed.
Fourth, his analysis and critique of my writing was very helpful. Although it took time, my writing improved and my understanding of what was expected of me improved.

Jay helped both my wife and I pass the California bar. After seeing what a difference his methodologies made with my wife (and after she passed and I didn’t), I went to Jay for help. I quickly realized where I could improve my studying process and incorporated Jay’s ideas into my routine. I passed the February 2015 California bar exam which had a below-​40% pass rate, and I couldn’t have done it without Jay’s help.

I just passed the February 2015 California bar exam, and I have Jay to thank for it.
Jay takes time to get to know you, and if you were unsuccessful the first time, he can figure out exactly why. He reads your essays and PTs, of course, but most importantly, he reads you. This is key for someone like me, who didn’t do well with standardized bar prep methods and hit-​or-​miss graders.
Jay is a super nice guy, but he will whip you into shape. There’s no «just getting by» with Jay; rather, there is a carefully prepared plan of attack and frank, detailed criticism for everything so that nothing is left to chance. I would recommend Jay especially if you feel like you could never write a decent PT in time. His approach to PTs is absolute gold. If Jay can train a self-​doubting basket case like me to pass the California bar exam, he can train anyone to pass the California bar exam.

I sought Jay’s help when I failed the July 2014 exam and in preparation for the February 2015 exam. I consulted with a few potential tutors as soon as I knew I had to re-​sit, and what immediately impressed me about Jay was his support and encouragement. Before telling me his strategy and the way he teaches, he commiserated with me and helped me with the conversations I should have with my manager about taking more time out of work to prepare for the next round.
I am so relieved to have passed the February bar, and know that I have Jay to thank for that.
Jay’s program is rigorous and a lot of work, his comments are thorough and constructive, and his philosophy and strategy really teach you how to write a passing answer. He is responsive and good natured, and his positive attitude was refreshing in the midst of dull and high-​pressured study.
My July 2014 marks were right on the cusp of passing, and I had 60s across the board for all of my written answers (Essays and PTs). Jay taught me how to think about my answers from the position of the grader (he is a former Bar grader, and I can’t tell you how valuable that is) and to be disciplined in my response. His tips for memorizing the content, together with a strategy for approaching a question, enabled me to write a passing answer. I had previously done the BARBRI course for foreign educated attorney applicants, and while we were assigned mentors in that program, the lack of feedback and analysis of my practice answers left me without any idea of how I was writing.
I would, without reservation, recommend Jay, and the program he has developed, to assist you with your bar prep. He has a real gift for teaching, and aspiring California lawyers are fortunate that he is sharing that with us!
I felt confident choosing Jay and his methodology from our first conversation, and did not once regret that decision.

I PASSED THE FEB. 2015 BAR EXAM!!!
I know I owe passing the exam to myself because I technically sat for it, but I could not have done this without Jay! I never even met him in person, we did it all via Skype, but Jay was with me the whole way through the studying and exam! Yay, WE did it!!!
I was officially sworn in a week after results and immediately hired as an Associate at the firm I’ve been at as a paralegal. Thank you Jay for being there and making my dream turn to reality!
I did his full program and it was $$ well spent!

Reading through the past reviews about Jay’s CA Bar tutoring program I’ve realized that there isn’t much else I could say that would add new insight in why Jay was an effective tutor. However, I’m happy to share my experience and further endorse Jay’s tutoring program.
Like many of the folks who have left reviews, I did not pass the CA Bar exam on my initial attempt. Instead, I stuck with Barbri and utilized their materials and essay feedback to prepare for this beast of an exam. Unfortunately, my efforts were to no avail as I missed the mark even after a second read.
In any case, I had a decision to make. Do I get a tutor or do I stick with Barbri’s prep program again. In my mind, I didn’t want to just do Barbri’s program again since the results weren’t favorable the first time around. I knew that I needed additional help. After researching what was available, and talking to friends who passed their first time using a tutor, I decided to reach out to Jay. Honestly, I was a little nervous to engage Jay for my tutoring needs, because of the fact that I heard that his program was intense, and the amount of time that I had to prepare was limited due to the fact that I was planning to work up until the beginning of July. I didn’t know how I would fare in working full-​time and participating in Jay’s program.
After our initial call, Jay was honest and emphasized that it wasn’t going to be easy to work and study. He recommended that I try to take as much time off as I could. Unfortunately, I was only able to take a month off, but the great thing about Jay’s program is that he works with you and your schedule, and of course addresses your strengths and weaknesses.
My weakest area in the exam were the essays. Let’s face it, if you can’t pass the essay’s you pretty much are sunk. So after our initial call, Jay provided me with a study schedule. And I realized that my friends weren’t lying when they said his program was intense. In the first week I was already scheduled to write 4 or 5 essays. Keep in mind that I was working full time during this portion of the schedule.
Though the number of essays and PT’s Jay scheduled were daunting, it was exactly what I needed. He provided feedback on two essays for each subject area of the bar exam. The feedback was helpful to a certain extent, but what I found to be more effective were the phone calls with him to discuss specific issues that I was having. I would recommend taking advantage of all of the phone sessions he provides.
Jay was a hard-​ass, there is no other way to describe him during my tutoring sessions. However, he can also read a person pretty well and understands when he needs to amp up the pressure and when he needs to dial it down. Through this whole experience, Jay was nothing but supportive and encouraging (in his own way).
I firmly believe that I would not have passed the CA Bar exam this past July (which by the way had the lowest passing % (48.6) in the past 10 years) without Jay’s help.
Whether you are first time taker or a repeater, I would highly recommend Jay as a tutor.
So recap:
— Jay provides you with a personalized study schedule
— He hones in on your weaknesses
— Can be a hard-​ass, but is also encouraging and supportive
— You will put in a lot of work, but will gain the necessary tools to help prepare you to be successful on the CA Bar exam
— His feedback on the essays provides you with the insight into the mind of a bar grader and what they are looking for.

When I found out I had to re take the Cal Bar I knew I didn’t want to tackle it alone and I needed the expertise and individual attention of someone who knew the test inside and out. Classmates and professors recommended Jay and after talking to several tutors I knew Jay was the way to go! Jay comes up with an individual plan for you from the start. While I knew I needed particular help with PT’s (they’re so hard!) he also made me realize my analysis on essays could be a lot stronger.
Jay’s consistent feedback on essays, PT’s, and advice on the MBE’s helped me achieve my goal of passing – something that at times seemed impossible. Jay is a great coach and definitely knows his stuff as a former bar examiner. Make a great investment and go with Jay!

I’ve procrastinated writing this review because I wanted to take time to write the «perfect» review for the perfect bar tutor. But procrastination wasn’t my only vice that Jay had to fix in order to get me to pass the bar.
Unlike many repeaters who simply failed the bar once or twice, or who happened to do somewhat «well» in law school but «somehow» failed the bar, I fell in none of those categories. I was a girl who did extremely well academically up until law school, but never quite learned «the secret» formula of how to study, and how to give law school or the bar what it required. I was like a hamster on a wheel, in my mind the hardest working failure. I worked myself into several episodes of depression and quite near gave up. Until I heard that a fellow bar repeater, who failed at least 5 times with other tutors, PASSED with Jay. I thought, if Jay could do it for her, then maybe I’m not a lost cause. And Jay came through in giving me the structure, the coaching, the confidence boosts, the damn hard grading, and in many ways «the secret» not just to passing the hardest bar exam, but to finally believing that I could do it.
You will work «hard.» But how many of us repeaters didn’t think that we worked hard. Jay will make you work «smart» in fixing the bad habits that are preventing you from getting this nightmare over with. Do yourself a favor and stop wasting time with BARBRI, KAPLAN, or any other cookie cutter program. Stop thinking you can do it on your own. Reading this Unilocal review is the first step. If you want to pass, and move on with your life, call Jay before he’s booked for the next bar exam.

I could not have passed the California bar exam without Jay’s help. Honestly.
During our very first phone call, when I was still deciding between several tutors, we discussed my law school career, my learning style, and my ambitions and motivations for taking the bar and being a lawyer. It was very easy to connect with Jay, and I felt he really did have a stake in the outcome of his tutees.
He comes up with a day-​to-​day schedule to keep you on task, rather than deadlines every few days. I am a tried and true procrastinator, and had always managed to get by, but the bar exam doesn’t let you work that way. I work much better with a structured schedule with hard deadlines, and Jay was the only one who could give me that.
Jay also gives you writing deadlines every few days. This helped keep me on top of things (or, at least, more on top of things than I might otherwise have been), but more importantly, he gives feedback on everything. And it’s massively detailed! They tell you this in law school, but writing for undergrad is supremely different from writing for law school is supremely different from writing for the bar. Even if you’re a good writer in other arenas, it doesn’t mean you know how to write during the bar, and unfortunately, as Jay will tell you, that can mean the difference between passing and failing, even for a person who otherwise knows the law quite well. Well, Jay really knows the ins and outs of the California bar exam. He passed it with such flying colors that they invited him to be a grader. He seriously knows what he’s doing. Jay knows how to write for the bar exam and he and his feedback will show you how.
Lastly, he’s a fantastic motivator. He gave me a kick in the ass when that’s what I needed, he reminded me to put my eyes on the prize when I got distracted, and he believed in me when I couldn’t do it myself. I’m so glad I had him on my team when facing the bar exam.

Jay is one of the main reasons I can now add «Esq.» to the end of my name.
I took the bar for the first and only time in February 2014. With the little bar prep I had while still in law school, I wanted any advantage that I could gain and felt that a bar tutor would lead to the best results. Jay was able to assist me in preparation for all sections of the CA bar exam, especially what I deemed to be the most challenging, the MBE. While his focus is on the writing sections, I was able to improve significantly in all three sections to the point where my scores on each section were high enough to offset any pitfalls I could have on the other sections. I think this is the best part of Jay’s services — he builds you up so highly that you can conquer whatever topic or section of the exam you have to deal with or have troubles with. His approach is superb. Realize it’s a good amount of work (but really, bar prep is work, work, work to begin with), but the results are worth it.
Admittedly, I tend to stress out more than necessary. However, with Jay’s approach to MBE, PTs, and the Essays and his calm and collected delivery, I was able to get into the zone for his in-​person sessions, practice exams, and then the actual bar itself. I could not describe in words how helpful Jay was to me over the 2.5 months I worked with him but the results prove it. His dedication to helping me get high scores on the essays and PTs was evident with every piece of feedback I received, even if the feedback was «change that!» or «improve this!»
While I would never choose to go through bar preparation again, with Jay’s assistance, I can guarantee that it wouldn’t be as bad as going it alone. I would definitely recommend him to anyone considering bar tutoring as a first timer or repeater. You will not be disappointed. With your effort and his services, you’ll be able to add that «Esq.» to your name as well.

The California Bar Exam is the hardest exam I’ve faced in my academic career. I can’t equate this exam with anything I’ve done in the past. It tests both breadth (12 + subjects) and depth (high level of analysis) of knowledge. It’s emotionally and mentally draining because of the sheer time and money invested into it. You can’t begin your legal career until you pass this exam. It’s an exam that builds endurance and character.
Anyways, I’m so happy I can sit here and write a review for Jay because he helped me through this shitty period and helped me pass!!! I am a repeater and had used Barbri previously. The problem with Barbri was I didn’t get enough feedback on what a realistic passing essay looked like. It was hard to know which areas could be improved upon. Also, Barbri printed out perfect model essays answers that I could never reproduce in the limited time on the Bar. I tried memorizing some of those perfect answers but since each fact pattern was unique, memorizing was pretty much useless.
I spoke to Jay at length about this after I failed the July 2013 Bar Exam. I did poorly on my Performance Exams and needed to focus on that. My essays were half and half. I passed half of my essays and failed the others. When it came to a subject I knew (Torts/​Contracts/​Crim), I passed with flying colors. But for subjects I just didn’t like, (Property, 1^st Amendment, and Corporations) I was making it up as I go along, which means a big fat FAIL.
Jay was good for several reasons: he was a former CA bar grader so he knew what the bar graders was looking for. He gave me a game plan and focused on the underlying writing issues. He gave me a realistic schedule that included some weekends off. He taught me to study efficiently and utilize my time wisely, rather than just studying without it actually being effective.
Essays:
So there are two issues I had with essays: 1) knowledge of the law; and 2) knowing how to write effectively. Jay gave me a detailed game plan for attacking the essays. He steered me towards facts and analysis that would garner points, rather than going off on some wasteful tangent. He told me how to read the facts. He graded essays each week and provided detailed feedback on how to improve my analysis. He gave me a score on the essays so I knew which area of law I was more versed in and which subjects I was weaker in. For Constitutional law in particular, I remember Jay helped me very much in expanding the sub– issues inherent in equal protection or fundamental rights issues.
He also made me write within 1 hour and spot how I could reduce some of my inefficiencies. Evidence, for example, is a race horse subject. So I couldn’t spend half of my time attacking hearsay when there were many more issues left on the table. Overtime, I became more confident in my substantive knowledge of the law and my ability to hit the issues in 1 hour.
PTs:
Jay assigned me a lot of PTs to do because he knew I lacked confidence in the PTs. You don’t need to know any law for the PTs so it was all about organization and knowing how to IRAC. Jay gave me a really good system for PTs and made me practice over and over. I did a lot of practice PTs this time around and I believe this boosted my confidence on the actual exam.
Mental game:
Jay was a source of calm and organization in a season of stress and frenzy. I always felt a lot more pumped and encouraged after my in person session with him. I had freak out moments pretty regularly, but somehow he always made me feel I could pass. This is important because at the end of day, you have to be confident that you know your shit.
Knowledge of the law:
Downside of Jay’s service is that he didn’t provide much assistance with questions of law. I was confused about certain legal issues on an essay or MBE, and I didn’t think he was very responsive. I supplemented his service with Barbri outlines, legal supplements, and harassing other attorneys (lol). I used Examples & Explanations for substantive questions I had about community property, property, and con law.
Conclusion:
I would highly recommend Jay for repeaters such as myself for the following 3 reasons: 1) his service is affordable compared to what other people charges. I’m not rich, so I honestly could not pay some of what the other tutors charged. His service is worth the cost; 2) he is superb at teaching you the mechanics of the essay writing itself and 3) he gives you encouragement and confidence on those days when you’re having a panic attack so you can get back on track and focus.
And that’s all that really is, you just gotta keep on studying another day when you seriously can’t stand looking at another outline or doing another set of MBEs.

I panicked after failing the July 2013 CA Bar exam by 25 points, then I called Jay. After considering a number of tutoring programs, I went with Jay because he is personable, professional, and armed with insider knowledge as a recent exam essay grader.
While I had done well in law school, I was dismayed to find that my ability to win the open-​outline typing contest did not translate into ability to spit out thorough and organized essays for the Bar exam. Jay’s approach and line-​by-​line feedback helped me see how I was skipping rudimentary steps in my analysis/​organization and leaving easy – yet critical – points on the table. I studied while working, so I was eternally grateful for the customized study schedule that Jay made for me. The schedule kept me calm and realistic about tackling this beast of a test. Jay is equal parts cheerleader and disciplinarian: he builds you up when you need a boost of confidence, but he remains steadfast in his honest appraisal of your progress.
I’m ecstatic and relieved to report that I got the results I needed this February. For anyone looking for personalized feedback on mastering the written portion of the CA Bar exam, I recommend Jay without hesitation.

I wrote a review after the July bar results, but for some reason Unilocal didn’t care for it and didn’t properly post it. So, I’m trying a review again…
I’d highly recommend Jay. I failed in CA the first time by only a few points. But — failing is failing and I needed to improve my approach and rebuild my confidence.
Jay has a very set plan for how to outline each subject so that you pick up points — big points. By the last question of the subject area essay, I was actually sitting in the test smiling because I knew just what to do. He offers insights due to his previous experience as a bar tutor that I would never had known.
Most importantly, Jay is highly exacting in his standards for writing but is not an overwhelming salesperson. I interviewed several local tutors who were seemed more interested in getting a fee up front instead of being concerned if I actually passed.
YOU have to be serious about the prep — but if you are, Jay will help you bring everything together in a way Bar Bri and other programs just cannot do.

I highly recommend Jay Bijlani as a bar exam tutor. From the first phone call with Jay I could tell that his approach was different from the one-​size-​fits-​all approach of some other bar preparation classes. Jay’s approaches to writing are different than I had seen before and worked much better. He provided constructive feedback that to show me where I went wrong in my writing and concrete examples of how to fix the problems. He let me know what I was doing right so I could maintain the good parts of my writing style.
Jay created a personalized study schedule for me which actually gave me some time off to rest. With Jay’s help, I passed on my second attempt. I have recommended him to several people. Go with Jay!

As I write this review on the eve of my being sworn in as a member of the California bar, I can safely say I have no regrets about procuring Jay’s services leading up to the July 2013 bar exam.
I failed the February 2013 bar exam by 50 points. I, like most law grads, used barbri to prepare. I thought barbri was the only option for anyone serious about passing the bar exam. They have a stranglehold on the industry (yet conveniently refuse to release their passage rates). And while barbri works for many bar takers, nearly all of my friends included, it did not work for me. Perhaps it was the fact that I was terrified that I had fallen behind on the paced program, the being forced to sit next to other wound up balls of stress to watch DVD’s of the various lectures, the couple of assignments that are actually graded by another human, or the unrealistic MBE practice questions. It was a one size fits all approach to bar prep and a waste of my time and money. Fast forward to May 2013. Enter Jay Bijlani.
After sulking about the fact that I was now a bar repeater, I contacted Jay. Without getting into details about his techniques, Jay is able to identify your strengths and weaknesses in all testable areas and accordingly tailors a reasonable learning plan. He will personally review and provide guidance on much of your work which is invaluable coming from a former bar grader. In my skype sessions with Jay, he was frank, candid, hard on me when I needed it, and encouraged me when I got frustrated.
Make no mistake, the bar is a very difficult, but not insurmountable, marathon of a test. You and you alone go in the testing room and grind it out for 18 hours. However, Jay can give you the tools and expert guidance you need to take control of your fate. Jay teaches you how to PASS the bar exam and I would guess that most of Jay’s students who seriously commit to the process, stay disciplined, and implement his strategies do just that. So, I guess I do have one regret about going with Jay: not calling him sooner.

After failing 2 prior CA bar exams, I came to Jay deflated, frustrated and lacking all confidence. I had never experienced true failure before, let alone twice, and didn’t know where to turn. At the recommendation of one of my former classmates, as well as a professor, I decided to work with Jay in order to prepare for the July 2013 exam.
After assessing my strengths & weaknesses, Jay created a rigorous study schedule, began teaching me his methodology and urged me to «trust the process». And boy I’m happy I did, because finally I PASSED the exam.
I would HIGHLY recommend Jay to anyone looking for a comprehensive bar prep program that meets your individual needs and is tailored to strengthen whatever weaknesses you may have. Unlike BARBRI’s one size fits all method, Jay truly takes the time to understand YOU the person, and does everything he can to create a study program that meets your needs. Also, he offers honest, critical and thorough feedback about your progress.
Additionally, as a repeater, I think its extremely important to work with a tutor who understands the extra ‘baggage’ you bring to the table. For me, that was a serious lack of confidence. Jay immediately recognized this, and offered meaningful encouragement and reassurance every step of the way. Before I knew it, I began to believe in myself and walked into July’s exam an entirely different person after 8 weeks of working with Jay.
Lastly, Jay taught me that studying RIGHT was most important, not simply studying more. Jay’s program focuses on intense study sessions that strengthen your legal reasoning, writing and problem-​solving skills. However, Jay also stressed the importance of taking periodic days off, and I even managed to take two consecutive (guilt-​free) weekends «off» in order to attend weddings and spend time with visiting family. Even those close to me noticed how different I was this time around – I was calmer and more focused than ever before.
Studying for this exam is never painless, but if you’re studying effectively and equipped with the necessary tools, you can and will pass the test. For me, Jay was the key, and for that I am forever grateful!

Examsoft (the bar testing software) completely melted down my laptop the first day. It created a huge lag effect where whatever I typed would appear on my screen seconds later, my cursor moved my paragraphs around on its own, and then completely froze my computer. I had to hand-​write my first performance test. I left the first day of the bar exam thinking that I had failed. I talked to Jay after the exam on the first day and he told me that there were still 2 days of the exam left and to trust in his methods and my preparation. I patched my Examsoft software and stuck to the game plan for days 2 and 3. And I passed! Jay’s method allowed me to pass the California bar exam. Though I will never know for sure (the CA bar doesn’t release your scores if you pass), I am sure I racked up so much points on the 2^nd and 3^rd day using Jay’s method that it salvaged all the technical difficulties I had on the 1^st day. As a former bar grader, he will show you how to approach the essays and performance test to maximize your points.
He is also a great guy to work with. As a repeater of the bar exam, I came into the exam full of doubt. He built up my confidence during the preparation that I felt prepared in every subject by the time the bar exam rolled around. For me, prepping with BARBRI was like a repeat of my 1L: they work you by scaring you about the bar exam. Unfortunately, this didn’t work for me for their schedule burned me out and I couldn’t see the forest for the trees. Prepping with Jay was more like more like 2L and 3L year: it is hard work but by then, you already know how to play the game.
So if you need help with the bar exam, call Jay. If I was able to pass despite 1^st day technical difficulties, you should be able to pass with flying colors.

Jay was the perfect tutor for me. I took the CA July 2012 bar exam using BARBRI only, and I failed. I was 50 points away from passing the first time, but all three areas of the exam needed slight improvement. Jay was recommended to me by a law professor, and another CA tutor.
The two most important factors for me in deciding to go with Jay was the fact that he helps you in all three areas of the exam and he was a past bar grader: 1) Essay Writing, 2) Performance Tests and 3) MBEs.
Essays: You get feedback on all essay writing in all subjects, not just 3 or 4 like in BARBRI. You have his personal undivided attention once a week to review what you wrote, and why you didn’t write about x and y which were in the fact pattern. Most importantly, if he sees that you didn’t write it in a certain order, or wrote the wrong rule statement, he will address those «holes» in your knowledge of the substantive law. He is honest about whether you are improving and he will tell you in a nice way, how you can improve. Aside from that, you also have the ability to take several written practice exams on your own, based on the time you have. He helps you make a individualized-​personal calendar based on your learning style. This is not like BARBRI where everyone is doing the same thing.
Performance Tests: If you were like me, one part of the exam will haunt you more than another. For me, it was the performance test. I simply didn’t like the Honigsberg approach taught to me in law school, nor in BARBRI. I worked with Jay to develop something that worked for me. He grades more performance tests than BARBRI, and he tells you which ones to write based on your weakness. If you are great at fact finding, but suck at analyzing the law, then he will give you something to improve those weaknesses. In the February Bar, I felt so comfortable with my PT gameplan, I knew what I was doing at every step, and I finished on time including bells and whistles.
MBEs: Jay provides you with understanding of black letter law, and a game plan for the MBEs. However, as it was suggested to me prior to meeting Jay, I also signed up for Adaptibar to supplement my learning. Jay agreed to use Adaptibar to track my progress as well. Jay will help you figure create a schedule for MBEs based on your time availability. However, having said that, if you are looking for an MBE tutor only, then Jay is likely not the best fit for you.
MORAL SUPPORT and COACHING: A big part of passing the bar exam has to do with your confidence. Jay was a great friend throughout the entire process. He always asks you what is going on in your life, and wants to know how you are feeling. If you are having a mental breakdown, then you won’t be able to study effectively.
Jay is someone who you want to have as a tutor and friend. He will help you pass, help you gain confidence, and help you improve your overall legal analysis and writing. I highly recommend him.
Just in case that was not clear, I did pass the exam with his help. =) Good luck.

I came to Jay in the midst of an extreme panic attack after attending a performance test workshop that was meant to help me understand that portion of the exam, not completely crumble and want to cry. Jay not only took me on as a client he immediately helped alleviate the stress and panic I was experiencing, a feeling I am positive everyone studying for the California experiences on multiple occasions.
I was instantly so happy that I decided to take on Jay as a personal tutor. I soon realized that most of my panic was coming from being lost in the midst of the huge bar study programs and feeling overwhelmed by the vast amounts of information that was dumped on us daily without much guidance. Not that the larger bar study programs are bad, they were just not working for me.
Jays approach was to make the material accessible, relatable and realistic. I found the materials that he personally made for his clients to be the most useful. I also appreciated the assignments that were given. Not only was being forced to complete essays on a weekly basis extremely beneficial, but the feedback that was given back on them was more informative and helpful than any feedback I had been given since. I began attacking each essay with a framework in mind and a plan of action that Jay helped me achieve. This made memorizing and handling each subject seem possible and I was given a sense of hope during the study process, which up till that point felt more like a deep dark pit of despair.
Needless to say, I passed the CA bar on my first try and have Jay and his expertise to thank for helping me achieve that goal. Not only can I attest to Jays skills on Unilocal but I have referred several friends to Jay who also found him to be advantageous, if not critical, to their own success in studying for the California bar exam.

Jay was my instructor for an advanced writing course that I took at SCU Law a few months before the CA bar. The class aimed to prepare students for the written component of the bar — performance tests and essays exams. Jay was a great: he could explain concepts clearly, he was thoughtful, funny, and he consistently provided in-​depth feedback to the endless practice essays and tests.
I later learned that Jay offered private tutoring for the bar, and I thought it would be a good idea based on the positive classroom experience that I had with him. He gave me writing assignments, and later we would meet to go over the assignments, where he once again provided great in-​depth feedback. It was tough work, but Jay knew what he was doing: he could explain the law, he could explain how to write well, and he could explain how to attack the Bar.
With a little luck and dozens of hours of working with Jay, I nailed the CA Bar.