“Since I did not study in an American Law School and English is not my primary language, I knew that passing the California Bar exam was going to be a hard task. Thanks to the Essay Trainer course and the personal critiques I received, I was very well prepared for the Essay portion of the Exam and writing it became like a "Deja Vu.” I thankfully give you the credit for passing the California Bar Exam.”
Geva Baumer, San Diego, CA

“The essay critiques were the most helpful part of the course. The feedback gave me confidence that I was going in the right direction with my essays. The essays and the tapes were useful in understanding how to approach the New Jersey Bar Exam essays.”
Paul Wickesser, Centerport, NY

“Your Essay Trainer is ideal for the California essay exam. Your course teaches valuable techniques to use for essays, and I employed most of them this past week on the California bar exam.  To my benefit, techniques like mirroring will probably keep me out of "re-reads."  I think my essays will show structured writing, and be enough to pass that portion.  Thanks!!  I will continue to recommend your course to my peers in this area.”
Chris Lancaster, Los Angeles, CA

“After taking the NJ Bar 4 times, I finally passed this time – and I owe it all to your program. I am still floating on my cloud of euphoria! I previously prepared (or so I thought) with BarBri, PMBR (twice) and a private tutor, but none provided me with the expert writing techniques and training that your self-study 4-step process offered. … I know my essays stood out like diamonds to the examiners!”
Name Withheld By Request, 2001 New Jersey Student

“I have not seen a more rigorous essay course or one that covers as many subjects as comprehensively. I also appreciated and embraced the 4-step method. It really provided a strategy, organization and time management tool in the actual exam. The staff was always courteous, knowledgeable, attentive and responsive.”
Jessica Kavoulakis, Brooklyn, NY

“I passed the July 2002, Virginia Bar Exam thanks to The Study Group Bar Review Course. I have a husband and two small children who demand a lot of my time.  Your home study course provided me with the all of the materials that I needed as well as a complete schedule which allowed me stay focused and work at my own pace, while still spending quality time with my family.  I took BarBri while  preparing for the CA bar and I completely recommend The Study Group Bar Review over BarBri.  Thanks again. ”
Paula Heard, Vienna, VA

“Folks, Thanks so much for helping me pass …! One of the best features was the convenience – no need to attend classes – also the Study Points were very helpful, as was the Essay Trainer strategy.”
Jaye Tani, Vienna, VA

“This was a tremendous help. Something law school didn’t teach… I have taken several bar review courses. This was by far the best. Would I recommend it? Absolutely!”
Richard Hunt, San Jose, CA
 
"Dear Stan: Just to let you know I passed the NY Bar exam on my very first attempt!!! Your course is indeed a boon to foreign residents like me, who cannot attend full time courses conducted in the USA and have little knowledge of US law. I will definitely recommend you to other people!"
Yuan Meng Sim, Singapore.

“You really are the ‘personal bar review’ as your motto says. I felt like I could call or write anytime.”
Jennifer Olinger, Alexandria, VA

“Just wanted to let you know that I passed the February 2000 Virginia Bar. Wish I had used the Study Group for the July 1999 exam instead of Bar Bri. Thank you for all your help.”
Tammy Garvey, Reston, VA

“Very thorough and practical.”
Jennie Ruffin, Pasadena, CA

“Excellent. [I liked best the] Multistate Tips and Tricks and Subject Highlights (all in the same book), the practice exams and questions, and the personal attention to problems and excellent access to individual assistance.”
Vince Bonzagni,, Annandale, VA

“I just passed the February 2002 NJ Bar Exam and frankly I am still stunned.  This was my third time taking the bar exam and prior to the results I wasn't sure what the results were going to be.  My MBE score increased two points but I guess I must have done really well on my essays. It was instant gratification for all of the pain and suffering that came with studying and failing twice before. I wanted to express my thanks for your continuous reminder of the importance of mirroring those questions.  I think it saved me under time clock pressure. I have a tendency to want to explain outcomes where no one is asking for them. I fought my husband tooth and nail to get him to agree to let me enroll in this course.  He didn't want to spend the money because he did not believe your course was better than the others.  He is now very happy and celebrating with me and gave credit where it was due.  I also have friends whom I suspect will be enrolling in the course for the summer in other states. I wish you much success with your program and I may enroll in the future if I decide to take another bar exam. Please give my best to Stan, after listening to those tapes several times, it's hard to forget his mnemonics. If you think this email may help someone in a similar situation, please feel free to use it to advertise your course. I know that reading the success stories really motivated me to enroll. I just ask that you keep my name and personal information anonymous.”
Name Withheld by Request, Haddonfield NJ

“I would like to thank you for all of your assistance with my study for the NJ Bar Examination. I took the February exam, and passed on my first try with a scaled MBE score of 154. I wholeheartedly recommend your course to any student expecting to take the bar.”
James Lufty, Staten Island, NY

“With The Study Group’s help, I passed the Virginia bar exam the first time around while maintaining an active plaintiff’s personal injury practice with my firm. The Study Group provided me very responsive and helpful personalized service.”
Jon Katz, Washington, DC

“I ‘celebrated’ the twentieth anniversary of my law school graduation by sitting for the New York State Bar Examination. The self-study program offered by The Study Group proved to be just the ticket for me. I passed the exam on first sitting and am now a happily admitted member of the New York Bar. Kudos to The Study Group. You made it all possible.”
James A. Woehlke, New York, New York

“I want to thank you and The Study Group for what I consider excellent preparation for the Maryland Bar Exam. I initially took the MD exam in July 1997 and did not pass the essay portion. Upon review of my essays and much reflection, I realized that the ‘other’ prep course did not in fact prepare me for the essays. When I retook the exam last February, I was able to recall the advice you had given me throughout the course about how to write essays. I was thrilled in May to receive the letter informing me that I passed..”
Tammy Taylor, Silver Spring, MD

“The lectures were very good. The service was great and I always felt I could call and talk to Stan anytime I had a problem. Furthermore, my essays were always graded with a lot of thought and care and that was very nice.”
Susan DeNatale, Mastic, NY

“I found the course to be very thorough. Especially useful was the tape, repeated by the book review.”
Ron Richard, New York, NY

“Dear Stan: Just a quick note to tell you how delighted I was with the course that I took for the past Maryland Bar. You may remember that I had failed the exam the previous two attempts by two and three points on the essay portion. Well, this time I passed! I don't know what the essay score was (since Maryland doesn't release them if you pass), but I picked up 10 points on the MBE (145 scaled). In any event, I recommend your course over any other.”
Bob Mauro, Laurel, MD

“I would recommend the course to anyone who needed assistance with the essay exam; it was a refreshing change. My opinion of the course is very favorable, primarily because of the personal assistance that is available. It adds a dimension that is not found in other bar review courses.”
Milt Armiger, Kensington, MD

“I passed the Maryland bar. They wouldn't tell me my results on the essays but on the MBE I got 140 which scaled up to 154. Thank you! I believe your course is very effective and I would recommend it to anyone.”
John Henry Stam, Catonsville, MD

“The review of each course was insightful and served to focus my issue spotting and learning process…I liked the constant repetition of your 4-step essay writing process in each and every tape.”
Stanley Wilson, Staten Island, NY

"My Multistate score went up 23 points! Your materials do an excellent job of providing test taking strategies and translating black letter law into a clear, logical and understandable format."
Frank Green, Washington, DC

“I am writing to inform you that I successfully passed the February Pennsylvania bar exam. I was enrolled in your Pennsylvania Essay Trainer program. I received a score of 170 on the essay exam. Thank you for your assistance.”
Jeff Paladina, Aliquippa, PA

“I just passed the February 2002 NJ Bar Exam and frankly I am still stunned.  This was my third time taking the bar exam and prior to the results I wasn't sure what the results were going to be.  My MBE score increased two points but I guess I must have done really well on my essays. …Please give my best to Stan, after listening to those tapes several times, it's hard to forget his mnemonics. If you think this email may help someone in a similar situation, please feel free to use it to advertise your course. I know that reading the success stories really motivated me to enroll. I just ask that you keep my name and personal information anonymous. ”
Name Withheld by Request, Haddonfield NJ

“The tapes were wonderful, and I really liked the evaluation form that came with my critiques.”
Natalie Brown, Silver Spring, MD

“Excellent. I liked the answer grids to assist with essay writing and the 4-step process.”
Christina McCann, Port Deposit, MD

“The subject matter tapes provided excellent instruction and insight for the essay exam questions. I would highly recommend your course for preparing for the bar exam essay portion.”
Charles Mays, Hyattsville, MD

"I passed the NY bar! My thanks to all at The Study Group. I think it true to say that my success is due to my ability to follow your orders!"
Nick Atkinson, Wellington, FL

“I could allocate my time and focus my attention in the areas I needed to without being bound to an externally driven schedule. I could use my bar review time optimally. Friendliness and responsiveness of the staff are a big plus.”
Kathleen Blank, Silver Spring, MD

“Stan, the program works. I just got the word that I passed the North Carolina Bar. If I can do it after 30 years then anyone can. Thanks. I would definitely recommend to your program to others and in fact have already done so to two friends of mine who are practicing attorneys.”
Jim Gilreath, Greenville, SC

“I passed. So far I have recommended the course to 6 friends. Excellent presentation of the core information. The real life examples/hypotheticals used in the lectures were great. I found that lectures contained information that enabled me to predict the types of questions the North Carolina Bar Examiners would ask.”
Roy Hackworth, Mebane, North Carolina

“Outstanding. The course allowed me to study when I wanted to. I worked full-time, listened to the tapes in the car and studied at night after the kids went to bed.”
Michael Hinckle, Frederick, MD

“High Quality . . . The tapes were great for a traveling litigation attorney to study with. I really liked the idea of planning my study time based on the limited amount of time I had and being able to concentrate on the subjects I needed to concentrate on.”
Lancey Boros, Kensington, MD

“The tapes were very helpful and the lecturers were very good.”
Katherine Nordhoff, Phoenix, MD

“Very Good.”
John G. Kaden, Silver Spring, MD

“Very helpful - dedicated staff. Written responses to essay submissions were very helpful. In addition to promptness, Stan Hamrick gave detailed critiques and was enthusiastic and motivating.”
Kimberly Lloyd, Millersville, MD

“I just wanted to contact you and thank you for your excellent course. Using the complete course, I passed the NC bar exam on my first attempt. More than that, there was not a single question on the exam that I was not prepared for. Your essay trainer and study point outlines were invaluable to my success. My thanks again.”
Jonathan P. Spence, Charlotte, NC

“I passed! The [Study Guide and Syllabus] was most helpful. It helped to know I would finish the materials on time. The sample questions were invaluable. The course was good.”
Leigh Sellers, Charlotte, NC

“I passed! Thanks. I liked being able to study at home at my own pace and my own schedule. I appreciated Stan’s critique of my essays.”
Deborah Pope, Matthews, NC

“I thought the course was very complete in terms of things I needed to know to pass. The Study Syllabus was great. It kept me from getting overwhelmed and helped me stay on track.”
Traci Adams, Chapel Hill, NC

"Good written materials, helpful syllabus, very good course in all respects."
Julia Vining, Cary, NC

“I was able to study and live at the beach. When I left the exam I knew I had made the right choice. Feedback on the essays was very valuable.”
Kerry Angus, Myrtle Beach, SC

“Because of your course I passed the NC bar and I would certainly recommend you to anyone. The outlines by far were the best I have ever seen. Several questions were answered directly from the outline... The Family Law was tremendous for breaking down the quirks and rules in North Carolina.”
Brendan Edge, Charlotte, NC

“[Most helpful] was the book with bar essay questions with model answers. It gave me dozens of issues to practice. After doing them I felt well-prepared. Some of the issues were repeated on this year’s exam .”
Keith Hempstead, Durham, NC

“I liked that I could call and talk to a real person when I had a question. Even if it was one o’clock in the morning, I could call and leave a message. It was a nice surprise when my calls were returned promptly the next day.”
Joana Santamore, Louisville, KY

“Excellent . . . I was the one in control of the rewind button and therefore I did not miss anything.”
Mary Ann Crocker, Elizabeth City, NC

“Nice job of focusing on key issues in NC Differences, MBE topics.”
Dale Menard, Hickory, NC

“The course was good; service, better.”
Guy B. Oldaker III, Winston Salem, NC

“I felt the course coverage was very complete. I was better prepared than the Bar/bri students. I liked the sample multistate questions. Also the essay questions were great preparation.”
Aleta Kiser, Oak Ridge, NC

“Just wanted to thank you for your help and support during the bar study and exam process.  Your course was valuable and efficient; the lecture tapes were thorough and comforting.  Today I was notified that I passed the Pennsylvania Bar Exam.  I will recommend your course to others.”  Michael C. Cruse, Minneapolis, MN

"I passed the PA bar! Your Essay Trainer was excellent. I practiced writing essays on all the topics. Your helpful personal advice kept me on track with the assignments and helped me redirect my efforts to some of my weaker spots. Thanks so much."
Mariann Davies, Doylestown, PA.

“Excellent. Very helpful.”
Barbara Rodriguez, Woodridge, NJ

"Very professional. I walked into the exam on the essay day knowing exactly how I would answer each test topic."
Frank Savona, Bridgewater, NJ,

“Thanks! The program was excellent.”
Jay Susanin, Philadelphia, PA

“I was very pleased. The course gave me all I needed to pass the exam, and the ‘Essay 4-Step’ made things flow from my mind to the paper most smoothly.”
Judah Rosenstein,, Elizabeth, NJ

“As a second-time taker, I believe had I taken the Study Group Personal Bar Review course the first time, I would not have had to take the bar exam a second time. Your material focuses upon not only the law, but also techniques in examsmanship! [I also liked] the “cut-through-the-chase” lectures, which eliminated unnecessary material and focused on material pertinent to the bar exam itself.”
Roberta Cooper, Newark, DE

“Very good quality materials. I was able to study when I had the time, rather than when a lecture was scheduled.”
Chuck LeClaire, Pittsburgh, PA

“Excellent. A great way to study.”
Carmel Jordan, Rahway, NJ

“I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your course . . . I hope these tapes will be as helpful to others as they have been to me.”
Joseph Nicotera, Pittsburgh, PA

“The course was excellent. Very personable people at the offices to help. The flexibility was very helpful. Also, the fact that I could listen to certain sections a second time [was helpful].”
Jon R. Mooney, Mechanicsburg, PA

“Very comprehensive, informative, and thorough. The books, outlines, and supplements for each topic were very thorough and current. Also the practice exams and past exam and simulated exam questions, both written and on the computer, were extremely helpful.”
Steven Sodini, Pittsburgh, PA

“Easy to understand books and taped lectures . . . It was really great for someone who works and cannot take time to go to classes. Thank you again for a really great course.”
Janice Newman, S. Orange, NJ

“A lot of condensed information, very good lectures, perfect price.”
Margarita Greene, Carlisle, PA

“The taped lectures allowed you to learn at your own pace.”
Walter Gilmore, Hamilton, NJ

“Good. Efficient reliable service. Clear and concise outlines. Also, the typeface in the outlines was easy on my eyes and pleasant to read. This may seem to be a minor point but when one spends many hours reading and re-reading outlines it helps if they’re in a large and pleasant typeface.”
Steve Petrov, Philadelphia, PA

“Well-planned and informative. Reasonable schedule and most tapes were excellent speakers. [I liked] the personal touch offered through corresponding via e-mail or telephone. Quick responses to questions. Constructive comments on the essays.”
Beth Jones Sheehan, Mantua, NJ

“I am happy to report that I was successful with a scaled MBE score of 167. I am writing to let you know how effective your course and materials were... The materials were first rate. I found the outlines and taped lectures to be clear and well organized. The individualized grading of the essays was both insightful and helpful.”
Vance Camisa, Bethlehem, PA

“When I sat for the NJ bar in the summer of 1998. I used the Bar/bri course… Even though they helped me prepare for the MBE, the tutelage I received for the essay was less than adequate (I received a 122). I decided to take your course for essay writing and followed the curriculum religiously. It turned out that despite the fact I received the same MBE score, and the passing rate was only 53%, I managed to pass the exam. My performance on the essay must have increased significantly. I owe my success on the exam to The Study Group. Thank you very much.”
Michael Burger, Philadelphia, PA

“Thank you for informing me that I had passed the February 1996 Pennsylvania bar. Due to an error by the Board of Law Examiners, you were the first to notify me of the results . . . I used The Study Group Bar Review and passed the first time . . . Your program is the most flexible and easiest to utilize. As you can see from the results it works wonderfully.”
Tyler S. Brown, Mechanicsburg, PA

“Excellent on all counts. The analysis of Multistate questions was really good. The summaries and recorded lectures were excellent.”
Paul Tschirhart, Old Tappan, NJ

“Just wanted to thank you once again for the terrific course. I just received my results from the NJ July 2001 bar and am happy to report that I passed. I also scored higher on the Multistate than I did 14 years ago. I am certainly happy with the review course choice I made. The Study Group MBE materials are the best available. (I’ve used others.) I already recommended your course to others.”
Laura Ciumei, Marlboro, NJ

“The substance of the tapes and the essay writing techniques were very helpful.”
Steven Luckner, Summit, NJ

“I have friends who will graduate soon and I have already begun to campaign on your behalf – it truly is a great course. The service was excellent.”
Tiffany Sizemore, Philadelphia, PA

“You have a winner with The Study Group. After taking the VA exam three times with no success, your course proved to be what I needed from the beginning.”
Lloyd Griffin, Rome, GA

”I took the Study Group course for the February 2000 Virginia Bar exam.  I never got around to thanking you for helping me pass. I am convinced that your curriculum and emphasis on how to write an essay (and your 4 step process) made all the difference. Thanks again!”
Andrew D. Kessler, Arlington, VA

“I liked the way the syllabus was laid out very much. But my favorite thing about the course was the availability of the directors and staff. Service was exemplary.”
Patricia Dzuiba, Va. Beach, VA

“I just wanted to be at home, study and pass. With all the past test questions supplied, all the essays that Mr. Hamrick graded and all the information in general, I quickly gave up my worry about not using Barbri and became comfortable with my own routine at home. I did my part and studied according to the schedule that was sent to me. The Study Group did their part and prepared excellent tapes and text to study by. I took the time I saved by not driving up to Richmond everyday and used it to go on much needed long runs. I passed the bar exam. Thank you, Mr. Hamrick, for your part and your course's part in helping me pass. I would gladly recommend your course to anyone.”
Melinda F. Seemar, Chesterfield, VA

“The lectures were all very good and very detailed in covering the material. I found the outlines to be very good; in fact they were much better than the outlines I have seen from [other bar reviews]. I would definitely recommend The Study Group to other law students. I felt the sample essay questions were a huge benefit; in fact 3 of the topics on the written VA bar were almost identical in issue to the practice essays.”
Paul Johnson, Wise, VA

“Thanks! My friends taking bar review at the law school kept trying to make me feel guilty because I chose a home course that they felt wasn’t as high quality as their course. I fooled them! I passed a difficult Virginia Bar on the first try after a course that was more convenient and cheaper. I studied at my own pace and didn’t have the group-fear atmosphere of a law school-based course.”
Connie Kuykendall, Stuart’s Draft, VA

“I passed! Very good! I could work at home on my own time, Easy access to help on the 800 number.”
Lanis Karnes, Va. Beach, VA

“I found your cassette tape instruction and your e-mail approachability to be most useful and appreciated being able to just e-mail you my essays for critique. It was so handy, it made studying for the bar a bit less stressful! The tapes were excellent, easy to follow, and handy to use during the morning and afternoon commute.”
Susan Fall, Va. Beach, VA

“Excellent Value. I wish they had this for my law school courses!”
Ellen Clemente, Herndon, VA

“I passed! I found the integration of the state-specific VA material very interesting and ultimately very helpful. The personalized essays are also a good idea. The course contained ample content and worthwhile tips. Keeping up with all of the lectures and assignments takes a great deal of time, but the intensity of the program ultimately serves the exam taker very well in the end.”
James Campbell, Fairfax Station, VA

“Well-done . . . Professional yet friendly. [I would] absolutely recommend this course.
Ellen Schurdak, Bedford, NY

“I could not have passed the bar exam without your materials. I had very little knowledge of Virginia law, having graduated from law school in Florida. The review materials were comprehensive, factual, up-to-date and easy to understand. . . The sample essay, multiple choice, and short answer questions were excellent preparation for the actual bar exam . . . It was also helpful to know that you were available and provided prompt response to questions.”
Mable Smith-Pittman, Chesapeake, VA

"I am pleased to tell you that not only did Yvonne and I pass the Bar Examination this past February but the actual taking of the examination was markedly different than last July. We were calm, we knew the material and were so comfortable with each subject area that we were confident that we would be able to at least adequately address any essay that may be thrown at us. The way that Bar/Bri was set up we had ten days between our last classroom lecture and the bar exam, ten days to KNOW 26 subjects that were fair game for the bar. A daunting task and one I can tell you that did not create a very healthy state of mind...With The Study Group Yvonne and I were able to work part-time, study and still manage to have a social life. The Study Group emphasizes quality of study time while Bar/Bri kills you with quantity..."
Yvette Nageotte, Stafford, VA

“Course is organized very systematically. . . Personal assistance is never more than a phone call away. . .Given the overall quality of the course, I’m not quite sure why anyone would choose to waste time chasing to the local Bar/bri lecture.”
Gregory Discher, Great Falls, VA

“Thanks again for all your support and help, especially with the essay question critiques. The course was carefully organized and programmed. It was very important for me to know I could easily contact The Study Group for help when I needed it or at times just to have someone listen to my concerns.”
Richard Leonard, Burke, VA

“The most helpful part was being able to move through the materials at a quicker pace when necessary. . . I appreciated the prompt attention I received whenever I had a problem.”
Mark Kelly, Va. Beach, VA

“The service The Study Group provided was excellent. I highly recommend them . . . With The Study Group at-home preparation course, I never missed a lecture due to inclement weather. I controlled the lecture schedule and could listen to the tapes in the comfort of my own home, even when the snow was piled four feet high . . . ”
Alice Zent, Leesburg, VA

“Very good. Obviously it was worthwhile to take the course because I ended up passing a very difficult (VA) exam. And this is coming from someone who has practiced law for five years in another state. Schedule was excellent in order to maximize studying time in most efficient manner.”
Doug Milman, Long Beach, CA

“It was a great course. I felt prepared for the exam. I liked being able to set my own study time.”
Keysha McNeil, 1998 Study Group Student, Roanoke, VA

“Every question and need I had was quickly answered and taken care of.”
Tim Barrett, Virginia Beach, VA

“It prepared me very well for taking the bar . . . I liked going at my own pace and setting my own schedule while still having a guide for study . . . Support from Stan Hamrick always available and always pleasant.”
Dillina Stickley, Bridgewater, VA

“I would definitely recommend this course . . . My calls were always promptly and courteously handled; the test essays I sent in seemed to be thoughtfully and thoroughly analyzed.”
Jennifer Shirkey, Harrisonburg, VA

“It was very helpful, organized...excellent lectures. Easy access to Stan [Hamrick] for encouragement and advice.”
Shana Arnold, Quantico, VA

“I passed, I passed, I passed! The Study Group engendered a sense of confidence Barbri never did... Should I ever need a bar review course again, The Study Group will get my call!”
Guy Dezarn, 1997 DC Study Group Student, Alexandria, VA

“Very good service. Quick responses to questions. Various charts were useful.”
Diane O’Dell, 1997 Virginia Study Group Student

“You have a winner with The Study Group. After taking the VA exam three times with no success, your course proved to be what I needed from the beginning.”
Lloyd Griffin, Rome, GA

“Just wanted to thank you for your help and support during the bar study and exam process.  Your course was valuable and efficient; the lecture tapes were thorough and comforting.  Today I was notified that I passed the Pennsylvania Bar Exam.  I will recommend your course to others.”  Michael C. Cruse, Minneapolis, MN

“The Study Group Essay Trainer gave me an edge over other bar exam hopefuls for the essay portion of the exam. Your course gave me the confidence to tackle any essay presented.”
John Clady, Howell, MI

“There wasn’t a question asked on the bar exam I wasn’t prepared to answer. I knew my format before even seeing the questions.”
Kirk Bloomer, Belfast, ME

My Multistate score went up 23 points! Your materials do an excellent job of providing test taking strategies and translating black letter law into a clear, logical and understandable format."
Frank Green, Washington, DC

“Just wanted to drop a note of thanks....I received my results for the OH bar and I passed!!! Because of the flexibility of your program, I was able to work full time and study for the bar exam. ..I wholeheartedly believe that I would not have been able to do it with your course.  Keep up the good work.”
Mark Daniel, Shaker Heights, OH

“The structured study guide kept me on pace and reassured me that I would get through all my material on time. The feedback from my personal critiques gave me the confidence I needed and calmed my nerves about the essays.”
Angel Krull, Wilmette, IL

“Great. I already have recommended your course.”
Michelle Bell, Ft. Lauderdale, FL

“Just a note to let you know that I passed the July Hawaii bar examination! Your written and audio study material was excellent and was directly responsible for this result.”
Jon Webster, Concord, CA

“Taped lectures were very well thought out and presented in a lively way. Emphasized likely areas to be tested – very important for an attorney moving to a new state 18 years after law school.”
Stephen Snyder, Alpine, UT

“I have already have recommended the course to numerous people. Very good value for the price. Barbri and BarPassers are overpriced! “
Tara C. Brady, Fresno, CA

“The home study was key for me.  I passed the Ohio exam last year and your company was the only bar exam review course I could find willing to work with me for the best cost effective options for my NY and NJ bar exam review.  As someone who has taken other review courses and successfully passed a bar exam, I can tell you that your essay trainer course was invaluable.  The content provided was very complete. “
Matt Kelbick, Columbus, OH

“ I liked the flexibility of your course.  I listened to most of your lectures twice and I thought both your substantive written materials and CD lectures were excellent. Speaking from experience, as a successful Barbri bar exam passer in another state, I liked your course much better in many respects.  The materials are better and the ability to listen to the substantive lectures more than once is a huge bonus over Barbri's course. “
John Chilson, Clemmons, NC

“I found the books to be most helpful.  Book Two was especially helpful in providing starting points for essays.“
Carol Willner, Sussex, NJ

“The brief outlines of major points were very helpful as a last minute study aid, as well they gave direction as to what areas are salient. The essay focus was more than what competitors offered.“
Jacinda Richards, Detroit, MI

“I don't know how you did it, but one of the essay questions that appeared in the Michigan Summer 2003 bar exam was virtually identical to the Michigan Essay #4 that I had turned in to you! Several others were uncannily similar. The practice on the six essays you evaluated and the many examples you provided was very helpful. Very professional. Very thorough. Although I made very few phone calls to you, I knew you were available. That was very reassuring. The Sample Questions that you provided at the end of each MBE outline were comparable to the actual questions on the MBE. The explanations that followed the practice questions were very detailed. They formed an essential supplement to the lectures and the outlines. “
Teresa H. Doyle, Grosse Pointe, MI

“The audio lectures were very good.  Also, I appreciated the help I got over the phones and the feedback I got on my essays.“
Sharon Carey-Stronck, Upland, CA

“Excellent service and a great bargain!!! “
Vernon Norwood, Liberty Corner, NJ

“Taught how to get most points even when I could not remember the rule.  And I became so familiar with MBE language that I finished early both am/pm. Your method for Performance tests may have made the difference as I completed both on time and thoroughly used all necessary authorities, organized the answer well, and was able to add conclusions and recommendations on course of action.“
David Sizemore, San Diego, CA

“I passed the exam! The Study Group more than prepared me. When I went into the exam, the material was so much easier than I thought it would be.”
Christelle Fullwood, Chicago, IL

“I passed the exam on first sitting… Kudos to The Study Group. You made it all possible.“
James A. Woehlke, Esq., New York, NY

“After taking the NJ Bar 4 times, I finally passed this time – and I owe it all to your program. I am still floating on my cloud of euphoria! I previously prepared (or so I thought) with BarBri, PMBR (twice) and a private tutor, but none provided me with the expert writing techniques and training that your self-study 4 step process offered. … I know my essays stood out like diamonds to the examiners!”
Name Withheld By Request, 2001 New Jersey Student

“I passed the PA bar! Your Essay Trainer was excellent. Thanks so much.“
Mariann Davies, Doylestown, PA

“The Study Group gave me what the other bar materials didn't: a surefire approach to essay exam writing. “
Emily Hurt, Columbus, OH

“I am convinced that your curriculum and emphasis on how to write an essay (and your 4 step process) made all the difference. Thanks again! “
Andrew D. Kessler, Arlington, VA

“Just wanted to thank you once again for the terrific course. I just received my results from the NJ July 2001 bar and am happy to report that I passed. I also scored higher on the Multistate than I did 14 years ago. I am certainly happy with the review course choice I made. The Study Group MBE materials are the best available. (I’ve used others.) I already recommended your course to others.”
Laura Ciumei, Marlboro, NJ

“I have been holding off sending you feedback on your course until the results of the bar exam were out. I am delighted to say that I have passed, and I thank you for your help.... I found the flexibility offered by the home-study nature of the course to be excellent. I looked hard but was unable to find another credible study course which allowed me both the extra time I required (being a non-US trained lawyer) and the flexibility of juggling study with child care... Your staff were at all times courteous, and your personal replies to my e-mailed questions were prompt and useful. The standard of the lecturing was outstanding. You have managed to select charismatic, entertaining and skilled lecturers to present the material in a concise, and well-structured manner.”
Jeffrey Clarke, New York, New York

"I took this course for New Jersey last February (1999) and passed the first time, so now I took it for New York and think the course is fabulous."
William Kowalenko, Miller Place, NY

“Excellent on all counts. The analysis of Multistate questions was really good. The summaries and recorded lectures were excellent.”
Paul Tschirhart, Old Tappan, NJ

“When I sat for the NJ bar in the summer of 1998. I used the Bar/bri course… Even though they helped me prepare for the MBE, the tutelage I received for the essay was less than adequate (I received a 122). I decided to take your course for essay writing and followed the curriculum religiously. It turned out that despite the fact I received the same MBE score, and the passing rate was only 53%, I managed to pass the exam. My performance on the essay must have increased significantly. I owe my success on the exam to The Study Group. Thank you very much.”
Michael Burger, Philadelphia, PA

“I was very pleased. The course gave me all I needed to pass the exam, and the ‘Essay 4-Step’ made things flow from my mind to the paper most smoothly.”
Judah Rosenstein, Elizabeth, NJ

“The NY course worked well for me because I could go at my own pace. Stan Hamrick was very helpful when I had to call. Finally, the essay grading really let me know where I was at.”
Rick Tallini, Mt. Holly, NJ

“Well-planned and informative. Reasonable schedule and most tapes were excellent speakers. [I liked] the personal touch offered through corresponding via e-mail or telephone. Quick responses to questions. Constructive comments on the essays.”
Beth Jones Sheehan, Mantua, NJ

“It was good. It was well-organized, and the taped lectures allowed you to learn at your own pace.”
Walter Gilmore, Hamilton, NJ

“Well-done . . . Professional yet friendly. [I would] absolutely recommend this course.
Ellen Schurdak, Bedford, NY

“Excellent. A great way to study.”
Carmel Jordan, Rahway, NJ

“Very Good.”
Patricia Gilbert, Mt. Laurel, NJ