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Title of Program: Degree Validation for Foreign Lawyers - Bar Exam Preparation
Limited Access: Yes
Contact: Dr. Humberto H. Pachecker
Address: 3200 US Highway 27 South, Suite #302
Sebring, FL 33870
Telephone: (863) 345-0618
Email: hhpachecker@nafalaw.com
Description of Programme
In this study program, we have developed material and a series of our own courses (CLE) to pass the California bar exam. As part of our analysis of the bar exam review course BarMax, a service offered by Test Max Prep, who also offer assistance for the LSAT. We include this subscription as a study resource in addition to our seminars, as part of studying material for the bar exam preparation.
This study program, exclusively for the foreign lawyer in the United States, includes (i.) the homologation process made with an equivalence report / academic profile and evaluation of foreign credentials, and (ii.) the service in preparing the NAFA member to take the exam. the bar (Bar Exam Review Course) with concentrations specified towards the California bar exam.
Admission Requirements
(1) NAFA Membership Approval*;
(2) Foreign Law Degree Transcripts;
(3) An original certificate of good standing issued by the regulation of
admission of professional lawyers or the bar licensing authority
in the admitted jurisdiction;
(4) Submission of resume / Curriculum Vitae (CV) [to NAFA];
(5) Must include purpose and explanation in taking this course and program; and
(6) Telephone or video interview, if requested.
(7) Application for registration through the Bar Association website of
California (prior to applying for the bar exam).
* Check the Membership section for more information on the registration application with NAFA.
These study programs are only available to candidates who have already completed a law degree and graduated outside the United States in their respective countries.
Attendance at an ABA-accredited school is not required to sit for the California Bar Exam. No additional studies are required. However, the California Bar will prefer for the foreign attorney to demonstrate a proof of good standing as an active foreign attorney licensed in the country of practice. To establish eligibility as a foreign lawyer, the lawyer must register and provide an original certificate of good standing issued by the professional lawyer's admission regulation or licensing authority in the admitted jurisdiction or country. NAFA will assist the member with the notarization and translation of the original document. UNPAM is responsible for the foreign credential evaluation, and member's academic profile to be recompiled and attached. All reviewed documents are directed to the respective courts and licensing boards.
For more detailed information, visit our Certifications section.
Very important, remember an English proficiency test is required for admission to this program, however, the LSAT exam is not required. To apply for financial assistance to pay for study expenses - visit our Scholarships page.
Programme Requirements
| Subject | Begin | End |
|---|---|---|
| Constitutional Law | Summer A 2024 | Summer B 2024 |
| Immigration Law | Summer A 2024 | Summer B 2024 |
| Legal English and Terminology | Summer A 2024 | Summer B 2024 |
| Family Law | Summer A 2024 | Summer B 2024 |
Pensum - First Course - Bar Review Program Curriculum
Fundamental Courses of the Program (Pre-Legal or Undergraduate)
Litigation and Legal Practice
Criminal Law and Procedure
Civil Procedure I
Grievances I
Pensum - Second Course - Bar Review Program Curriculum
Business Associations
Civil Procedure II
Community Property
Constitutional Law
Contracts
Case Law
Criminal and Procedural Law II
Evidence
Professional Responsibility
Real Property
Remedies
Grievance II
Trusts
Wills & Trusts
* Uniform Commercial Code
* The following provisions of the Uniform Commercial Code should be used while relevant, during answering the following essay questions:
Article 1 Complete -
Article 2 Complete -
Provisions of Article 9, relating to accessories
Multi-State Bar Exam (MBE)
The Multistate Bar Examination (MBE) is originally developed and graded by the National Conference of Bar Examiners (NCBE) and distributed state by state. This portion of the general bar exam is a six-hour objective exam containing 200 questions, which is divided into two three-hour sessions during which 100 questions are administered. The MBE evaluates seven topics: civil procedure, constitutional law, contracts, criminal law and procedure, evidence, real property, and torts. Information about the MBE and an online practice exam are available on the NCBE website.
Moot Court
Moot court is an extracurricular activity at many law schools in which participants participate in moot court proceedings, typically involving writing memoranda and engaging in oral argument - Professor Humphrey H. Pachecker has designed and participated in moot court procedures.
Consult with our staff to receive more information about your study program options to review your qualifications. Weekly attendance and tuition receipt are required to remain in the program after enrollment.
Duration of Program
10 months
Delivery Method
Online Distance Learning via Microsoft Teams or Zoom application or platform
Program Cost
Dependent on the student's choice of law program, but up to a total of USD 12,600.00.
Available Scholarships
Yes. Refer to this page for more information.
Employment Information
Salary Information: For more information, visit the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) www.naceweb.org or the O*NET OnLine directory www.onetonline.org, provided by the Department of Labor (DOL).
Representative job titles related to this academic program: Lawyer, Counsel, Litigator, Legal Adviser, Arbitrator, Judge.
nafa@nafalaw.com
3200 US Highway 27 South Ste #302
Sebring, FL 33870
863-451-5082 | 863-345-0618
1-888-282-2241