Student Evaluations

RIGOS BAR REVIEW

The following are evaluations and representative comments we have received from our students about our materials and classes.

Summer 2006 Comments

"My brother-in-law took Rigos summer 05 and passed the bar. He had many wonderful things to say, so I decided to take Rigos summer 06 and now I passed! I love how this program was so personal, each prof was easy to contact and students were allowed to ask questions during the lecture. Also each student gets personal attention and each practice essay is graded quickly and returned in no time. Most importantly, the Rigos success program is realistic, unlike other bar review programs. I have friends who wish they took Rigos. I highly recommend it to all 3Ls!"

Maili Barber, Seattle University

"I appreciated all the feedback we got through doing the practice tests. I also appreciated the personal attention for the Rigos folks!"

Elisa Bob, University of Baltimore

"Excellent course."

Stephen Briden, University of Denver

"Thank you, Jim and Carolyn, for your precise instruction, fantastic organization, and unyielding enthusiasm. I would be happy to recommend your program as a superior way to prepare for the bar (and I already have). Feel free to send any 3L/grad my way."

Carmen Butler, Seattle University

"I love this program. The staff here are very dedicated. They give you very helpful critique and personal attention. I am glad I took this program."

Xiaohe Cao, Seattle University

"The program made me feel really prepared. Of course, I was nervous on exam day, but when I started answering questions, there were no surprises. The mentoring was especially helpful. Thanks so much Jim, Carolyn and staff!"

Jessica Greenwald, Willamette University

"I followed the program. I passed. I kept my job. I actually switched from Brand B to Rigos and it was the right decision."

Richard Johnson, Seattle University

"Rigos Rocks! I’m glad I didn’t go for the Brand B spiel in the first year. The Rigos instructors made every course/subject interesting and kept the content manageable. I felt well prepared and confident at exam time. Thanks so much! P.S. the mentors were a great help."

Sean Mary Helen Johnson, Seattle University

"Overall fantastic program."

William Kessler, Willamette University

"The feedback on the essays was key to my success on the exam. I liked the tailored approach to the material, as well."

Kirsten Lundell, University of Washington

"Excellent program! Far exceeds the competition!!"

Stephanie Nichols, Seattle University

"Would not take a different course. Foolproof."

Timothy Repass, Seattle University

"Excellent job, course prepared me for the bar and there were very few surprises."

James Ruttler, Seattle University

"Rigos was very supportive. It make me feel confident and prepared."

Kate Sadlon, University of Washington

"Rigos was Great! I was skeptical at first, but felt totally confident by the end of the class. When I heard people at the exam talking about how unprepared they felt, I knew they hadn’t taken Rigos. Because of the practice exams, I knew I would get a 7 or greater on most of the exams, so I didn’t worry at all. Thank you, Rigos!"

Shara Svendsen, University of Washington

"Great Course."

Nate Varanth, Seattle University

"Thanks, Jim and Carolyn, so much for the help. You guys Rock! Thanks a million!"

Connie Feng Wan, University of Washington

"The Rigos program was excellent. I walked into the Bar Exam feeling prepared and that proved to be the case. As compared to my friends in Brand B, whose bar prep process seem to be extremely anxiety producing, in Rigos I felt that I could succeed. I would recommend Rigos to any person taking the WA Bar."

Allyson Zipp, University of Washington

Other Comments From Previous Students

“Rigos is necessary for passing the WA state bar. Willamette had 12 students take the WA bar. 8 took Rigos and enjoyed a 100% pass rate. 4 took the other guys and had a 50% pass rate. I felt comfortable and confident after my Rigos preparation. While the girl next to me never came back to the exam after lunch the first day, I powered through and passed thanks to the Rigos program.”

Rob Zarkos, Willamette University

“As an attorney who has taken multiple bar exams I can tell you that the Rigos targeted ‘sniper’ approach is more effective than Brand B’s ‘drown you in irrelevant material’ approach.”

Reid Okimoto, Willamette University J.D., University of Washington L.L.M.

“This is an outstanding program. The materials provided, as well as the lectures and specific guidance were execllent. Above all, the commitment of Jim Rigos, Carolyn and others created the perfect conditions for effective test training. This program is not just a course, it’s a dedicated community and I was very fortunate to be a part of it.”

Conor McCarthy, Seattle University

“Thanks! I felt the difference during the exam: less anxiety, more confidence. It works!”

Bruce Ross, University of Washington

“The Rigos class was a great experience. The teachers were extremely positive and encouraging. They did not use the scare tactics but were clear about what you needed to do to pass the bar exam.”

Kelly James, University of Chicago

“Rigos was comprehensive in its approach and provided the tools necessary to succeed. The staff was very helpful and offered the kind of personalized, one-on-one support that can’t be found with any of Rigos’ competitors. I would strongly recommend this course to anyone who wants to pass the Bar the very first time.”

Michelle Rosenthal, Washington and Lee University Law School

“Rigos helped me so much. I was ready for the bar. Not to say it was easy but I was prepared to take it and did not even feel overwhelmed in the process (unlike some of my friends who took the competition). I would highly recommend Rigos!”

Melody Crick, Seattle University

“Last year I studied for and passed the Idaho Bar using the Brand B program. This past summer, I used your program to study for and pass the Washington State Bar. Rigos Bar Review was the better of the two programs. The Rigos materials were a lot shorter and a lot more concise. Brand B gave us a ton of books that were huge. Each time I took one of the assigned Rigos practice tests, I turned it in and received feedback within a very short period of time. The feedback was always positive and the suggestions on what areas to focus on were always helpful. Brand B, on the other hand, did not get the exams back in a timely fashion. Additionally, they did not provide the type of positive feedback that your graders provided.”

Kurt Rowland, Gonzaga university

“I felt very prepared - especially when the guy next to me (who took Brand B) said they hadn’t spent any time on L.L.C.’s! Of course, we had an L.L.C. question. Great course - Thank you!”

David Silver, Seattle University

“Excellent course. I’m so glad I asked around and followed suggestions to take the Rigos course. Felt like I had a lot of support and knowledge in the instructors and staff. I am very happy with the results!”

Jessica Prince, University of Washington

“Rigos is definitely the review course to take. It prepares you specifically for the WA bar and they do it right the first time!”

Sharon Murakoshi, Willamette University

“I liked Rigos’ Con Law Outline and comprehensive material better than the competition.”

Patty Grossman, Golden Gate University

“100% of the Willamette Grads who took the Rigos class passed on the first attempt. This bar study program is the only one I would recommend.”

Misty Willits, Willamette University

“Rigos was great at organizing each of the substantive topics and teaching us how to approach the exam. Their ‘we’re here to pass’ attitude and money-back guarantee made me very confident that I would soon be a lawyer.”

Diana Young, Seattle University

“This class made such a big difference for me. I shudder to think of what might have happened had I taken another course.”

Christopher Christensen, Seattle University

“The Rigos system provides a structured yet manageable process to master each section tested on the bar exam. I was especially impressed with how the teachers and staff were available to answer questions and help students with problem areas. I recommend the course to everyone I speak with. Jim - Thank you so much! It was a great course and I’m obviously pleased with the results.”

Andrew Greene, University of Washington

“Excellent course! Rigos prepared me perfectly for the Washington Bar Exam. I would highly recommend your course to anyone interested in passing the bar exam the first time!”

Jennifer Artiss, Seattle University

“Your formula was the key to my success. Your tips and templates were invaluable. Thanks again, Jim and Carolyn!”

Frank Hong, Seattle University