MEE case studies
MEE · Put your knowledge to work in context.
The Multistate Essay Examination (MEE) is the essay component of the legacy Uniform Bar Examination, developed by the National Conference of Bar Examiners (NCBE) and administered by user jurisdictions as part of their bar examinations. It is aimed at law graduates and other applicants seeking admission to the bar in a participating jurisdiction; you register by applying to that jurisdiction for the bar exam, not by filing anything with NCBE directly. The MEE case studies are 5 cases and about 2,471 words.
1Expulsion, Apparent Authority, and Declared Distributions in a Member-Managed LLC
Northline Precision, LLC has three members: Alvarez, Boone, and Chen. Its operating agreement provides that 'no member may be expelled except by the unanimous vote of all members.' Boone serves as manager and handles procurement.
536 words, about 3 min2Online Bookings, Specific Jurisdiction, and Venue in a Ski Rental Injury Case
Summit Ridge Rentals, LLC operates one ski-rental shop in Colorado. Its members are Colorado citizens.
436 words, about 2 min3Direct Wine Shipping, the Twenty-First Amendment, and the Dormant Commerce Clause
State X enacts the Wine Distribution Act. In-state wineries producing fewer than 50,000 gallons annually may ship directly to State X consumers.
425 words, about 2 min4Battle of the Forms, Arbitration, and Consequential Damages for Defective Bushings
Harbor Machine Works sends Crestline Components a purchase order for 1,000 precision bushings at 12 each, delivery by March 1. The PO states: 'Acceptance is expressly limited to the terms on this order.' Crestline returns an acknowledgment on its own form, adding a clause requiring arbitration of 'any dispute' and a 30-day warranty.
626 words, about 3 min5Hearsay and Confrontation in a Domestic Assault Trial After the Victim Fails to Appear
Ramon is charged with assault with a deadly weapon after an altercation with his girlfriend, Elena. Elena does not appear at trial and the court declares her unavailable.
448 words, about 2 min