Prepare for the Tennessee Bar Exam
Master every MBE subject and MEE/MPT component with AI-powered case briefs, flashcards, practice exams, and attack sheets. Briefly gives you the tools to pass the Tennessee bar on your first attempt.
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72%
Overall Pass Rate
81%
First-Time Pass Rate
270
Passing Score
UBE
Exam Type
rising
Tennessee Bar Exam Overview
Key facts about the Tennessee bar exam to help you plan your study schedule.
Exam Format
UBE (MBE 50% + MEE 30% + MPT 20%)
Exam Dates
February and July
Passing Score
270 (UBE scale)
Bar Admissions
Tennessee Board of Law ExaminersRecommended Study Time
10-12 weeks full-time for UBE preparation
Reciprocity
As a UBE jurisdiction, Tennessee accepts transferred UBE scores of 270 or higher from other UBE states. Tennessee requires an MPRE score of 82 and is transitioning to the NextGen UBE beginning July 2027.
UBE Advantage: Tennessee uses the Uniform Bar Examination, which means your score is portable to other UBE jurisdictions. The exam consists of the Multistate Bar Examination (MBE), Multistate Essay Examination (MEE), and Multistate Performance Test (MPT).
Character & Fitness
Tennessee requires a character and fitness evaluation including criminal background checks, credit history review, employment verification, and disclosure of any prior disciplinary actions. The Board of Law Examiners oversees the review process.
Key Facts
- Tennessee adopted the UBE in 2014 with a minimum passing score of 270
- Tennessee requires an MPRE score of 82, one of the highest MPRE requirements in the country
- Tennessee is transitioning to the NextGen UBE beginning July 2027
- Vanderbilt and Belmont consistently achieve first-time passage rates above 90%
Common Essay Topics
Study Tips for the Tennessee Bar Exam
Expert-recommended strategies to maximize your chances of passing.
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Target a UBE score of at least 280 to comfortably exceed Tennessee's 270 minimum
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Study the MPRE thoroughly as Tennessee requires a score of 82, which is higher than most states
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Focus on MBE preparation first since it accounts for half of your total UBE score
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Practice writing structured MEE essays with clear IRAC formatting under timed conditions
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Complete at least two full MPT practice tasks per week during the final month of preparation
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Take advantage of Vanderbilt and UT Knoxville bar prep resources if you attend a Tennessee school
MBE Subject Prep
The MBE tests seven subjects. Browse case briefs for each to build a strong foundation for the Tennessee bar exam.
Constitutional Law
Due process, equal protection, First Amendment, and federalism
Contracts
Offer & acceptance, consideration, breach, remedies, and UCC
Criminal Law & Procedure
Mens rea, actus reus, homicide, defenses, and Fourth Amendment
Evidence
Relevance, hearsay, privileges, and expert testimony
Real Property
Estates, future interests, easements, and takings
Torts
Negligence, strict liability, intentional torts, and defenses
Civil Procedure
Jurisdiction, pleading, discovery, and summary judgment
Study Tools for Bar Prep
Everything you need to study smarter for the Tennessee bar exam.
AI Case Brief Generator
Generate a complete brief for any bar-tested case in under 30 seconds.
Smart Flashcard Generator
Create flashcards from any rule, element, or black-letter law concept.
Practice Exam Generator
Generate MBE-style multiple choice and essay hypos to test your knowledge.
Attack Sheet Builder
Build condensed attack sheets organized by issue for each MBE subject.
Study Guides
Free guides on case briefing, the IRAC method, and study strategies to help you prepare for the Tennessee bar.
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