MPRE – PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026 Q&A | INSTANT
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CORE DOMAINS
Regulation of the Legal Profession
The Attorney-Client Relationship
Client Confidentiality
Conflicts of Interest
Competence, Legal Malpractice, and Other Civil Liability
Litigation and Other Forms of Advocacy
Transactions and Communications with Persons Other Than Clients
Responsibilities of Partners, Managers, and Supervisory Lawyers
Law Firms and Associations
Public Service and Professional Role
INTRODUCTION
The Multistate Professional Responsibility Examination is designed to measure an examinee's knowledge and understanding of established
standards related to the professional conduct of lawyers. This assessment evaluates the examinee's ability to apply core ethical rules and
principles to complex legal scenarios. The examination consists of multiple-choice questions that prioritize real-world application,
,emphasizing the critical decision-making processes required in a law practice. By focusing on regulatory compliance and the application of
professional responsibility standards, the exam ensures that practitioners possess the judgment necessary to navigate ethical dilemmas while
maintaining the integrity of the legal system and protecting client interests.
SECTION ONE: QUESTIONS 1–100
Question 1
An attorney is representing a client in a civil suit. The client informs the attorney that they intend to commit perjury during their deposition to
ensure a favorable outcome. The attorney warns the client that this is illegal, but the client insists on proceeding with the plan. What must the
attorney do?
A. Withdraw from representation immediately without informing the court of the specific reason.
B. Inform the court of the client's intent to commit perjury despite the duty of confidentiality.
C. Attempt to dissuade the client and, if the client persists, move to withdraw from the representation.
D. Proceed with the deposition but object to any questions that would elicit perjury.
🟢 C. Attempt to dissuade the client and, if the client persists, move to withdraw from the representation.
🔴 RATIONALE: Lawyers have a duty of candor toward the tribunal. If a client insists on committing perjury, the lawyer must first attempt to
persuade the client otherwise. If that fails, the lawyer must move to withdraw to avoid assisting in the crime or fraud.
Question 2
A senior partner at a law firm directs a junior associate to perform legal research. The associate discovers that a binding precedent directly
contradicts the partner's theory of the case. The partner tells the associate to ignore the case because it is "unfavorable." What is the
associate's ethical obligation?
A. Follow the partner's instruction as the senior attorney determines the litigation strategy.
B. Disclose the authority to the partner and, if the partner refuses to cite it, seek guidance from the firm's ethics counsel.
C. Cite the case in the brief regardless of the partner's instruction.
D. Resign from the firm immediately to avoid professional discipline.
🟢 B. Disclose the authority to the partner and, if the partner refuses to cite it, seek guidance from the firm's ethics counsel.
🔴 RATIONALE: A lawyer must not knowingly fail to disclose to the tribunal legal authority in the controlling jurisdiction known to the lawyer to
be directly adverse to the position of the client. The associate must ensure this duty is met.
Question 3
A lawyer represents a defendant in a criminal case. During a private meeting, the client reveals the location of a weapon used in a violent
crime, which the police have not yet discovered. The client does not authorize the lawyer to disclose this information. How should the lawyer
proceed?
A. Disclose the location to the police to prevent further harm.
B. Retain the information as confidential and do not disclose the location to the police.
C. Advise the client to dispose of the weapon immediately.
D. Withdraw from the case and report the client to the prosecutor.
🟢 B. Retain the information as confidential and do not disclose the location to the police.
, 🔴 RATIONALE: The duty of confidentiality protects information relating to the representation. Unless disclosure is required to prevent
reasonably certain death or substantial bodily harm, the lawyer must keep the information confidential.
Question 4
A lawyer is contacted by a prospective client who wants to sue a large corporation. The lawyer previously represented that same corporation
in an unrelated contract negotiation five years ago. May the lawyer represent the prospective client?
A. No, the lawyer has a permanent conflict of interest with the corporation.
B. Yes, provided the former representation is not substantially related to the current matter and no confidential information is at risk.
C. Yes, but only if the lawyer obtains written consent from the corporation.
D. No, unless the lawyer waits ten years before taking the case.
🟢 B. Yes, provided the former representation is not substantially related to the current matter and no confidential information is at risk.
🔴 RATIONALE: A lawyer who has formerly represented a client in a matter shall not thereafter represent another person in the same or a
substantially related matter in which that person's interests are materially adverse to the interests of the former client, unless the former client
gives informed consent.
Question 5
An attorney accidentally receives an email from opposing counsel that contains privileged information meant for the opposing counsel's co-
counsel. What should the attorney do?
A. Read the email and use the information to gain a tactical advantage.
B. Forward the email to their own client to discuss strategy.
C. Promptly notify the sender and abide by the sender's instructions regarding the document.
D. Delete the email and inform the court that the opposing counsel was negligent.
🟢 C. Promptly notify the sender and abide by the sender's instructions regarding the document.
🔴 RATIONALE: Under the rules of professional conduct, a lawyer who receives a document or electronically stored information relating to
the representation of the lawyer's client and knows or reasonably should know that the document was inadvertently sent shall promptly notify
the sender.
Question 6
A lawyer decides to accept a valuable painting from a client as payment for legal services. Is this arrangement permitted?
A. No, lawyers are strictly prohibited from accepting non-monetary property as fees.
B. Yes, as long as the transaction is fair and reasonable and the client is advised in writing to seek independent legal advice.
C. Yes, as long as the lawyer has the painting appraised by a third party.
D. No, unless the court approves the transaction in advance.
🟢 B. Yes, as long as the transaction is fair and reasonable and the client is advised in writing to seek independent legal advice.
🔴 RATIONALE: A lawyer may accept property in payment for services, such as an ownership interest in an enterprise, provided this does
not involve acquisition of a proprietary interest in the cause of action or subject matter of litigation. The transaction must meet the
requirements for business transactions with clients.
Question 7
A lawyer is advertising their services on a billboard. The billboard states: "I have never lost a case. Hire the best to ensure you win." Is this
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CORE DOMAINS
Regulation of the Legal Profession
The Attorney-Client Relationship
Client Confidentiality
Conflicts of Interest
Competence, Legal Malpractice, and Other Civil Liability
Litigation and Other Forms of Advocacy
Transactions and Communications with Persons Other Than Clients
Responsibilities of Partners, Managers, and Supervisory Lawyers
Law Firms and Associations
Public Service and Professional Role
INTRODUCTION
The Multistate Professional Responsibility Examination is designed to measure an examinee's knowledge and understanding of established
standards related to the professional conduct of lawyers. This assessment evaluates the examinee's ability to apply core ethical rules and
principles to complex legal scenarios. The examination consists of multiple-choice questions that prioritize real-world application,
,emphasizing the critical decision-making processes required in a law practice. By focusing on regulatory compliance and the application of
professional responsibility standards, the exam ensures that practitioners possess the judgment necessary to navigate ethical dilemmas while
maintaining the integrity of the legal system and protecting client interests.
SECTION ONE: QUESTIONS 1–100
Question 1
An attorney is representing a client in a civil suit. The client informs the attorney that they intend to commit perjury during their deposition to
ensure a favorable outcome. The attorney warns the client that this is illegal, but the client insists on proceeding with the plan. What must the
attorney do?
A. Withdraw from representation immediately without informing the court of the specific reason.
B. Inform the court of the client's intent to commit perjury despite the duty of confidentiality.
C. Attempt to dissuade the client and, if the client persists, move to withdraw from the representation.
D. Proceed with the deposition but object to any questions that would elicit perjury.
🟢 C. Attempt to dissuade the client and, if the client persists, move to withdraw from the representation.
🔴 RATIONALE: Lawyers have a duty of candor toward the tribunal. If a client insists on committing perjury, the lawyer must first attempt to
persuade the client otherwise. If that fails, the lawyer must move to withdraw to avoid assisting in the crime or fraud.
Question 2
A senior partner at a law firm directs a junior associate to perform legal research. The associate discovers that a binding precedent directly
contradicts the partner's theory of the case. The partner tells the associate to ignore the case because it is "unfavorable." What is the
associate's ethical obligation?
A. Follow the partner's instruction as the senior attorney determines the litigation strategy.
B. Disclose the authority to the partner and, if the partner refuses to cite it, seek guidance from the firm's ethics counsel.
C. Cite the case in the brief regardless of the partner's instruction.
D. Resign from the firm immediately to avoid professional discipline.
🟢 B. Disclose the authority to the partner and, if the partner refuses to cite it, seek guidance from the firm's ethics counsel.
🔴 RATIONALE: A lawyer must not knowingly fail to disclose to the tribunal legal authority in the controlling jurisdiction known to the lawyer to
be directly adverse to the position of the client. The associate must ensure this duty is met.
Question 3
A lawyer represents a defendant in a criminal case. During a private meeting, the client reveals the location of a weapon used in a violent
crime, which the police have not yet discovered. The client does not authorize the lawyer to disclose this information. How should the lawyer
proceed?
A. Disclose the location to the police to prevent further harm.
B. Retain the information as confidential and do not disclose the location to the police.
C. Advise the client to dispose of the weapon immediately.
D. Withdraw from the case and report the client to the prosecutor.
🟢 B. Retain the information as confidential and do not disclose the location to the police.
, 🔴 RATIONALE: The duty of confidentiality protects information relating to the representation. Unless disclosure is required to prevent
reasonably certain death or substantial bodily harm, the lawyer must keep the information confidential.
Question 4
A lawyer is contacted by a prospective client who wants to sue a large corporation. The lawyer previously represented that same corporation
in an unrelated contract negotiation five years ago. May the lawyer represent the prospective client?
A. No, the lawyer has a permanent conflict of interest with the corporation.
B. Yes, provided the former representation is not substantially related to the current matter and no confidential information is at risk.
C. Yes, but only if the lawyer obtains written consent from the corporation.
D. No, unless the lawyer waits ten years before taking the case.
🟢 B. Yes, provided the former representation is not substantially related to the current matter and no confidential information is at risk.
🔴 RATIONALE: A lawyer who has formerly represented a client in a matter shall not thereafter represent another person in the same or a
substantially related matter in which that person's interests are materially adverse to the interests of the former client, unless the former client
gives informed consent.
Question 5
An attorney accidentally receives an email from opposing counsel that contains privileged information meant for the opposing counsel's co-
counsel. What should the attorney do?
A. Read the email and use the information to gain a tactical advantage.
B. Forward the email to their own client to discuss strategy.
C. Promptly notify the sender and abide by the sender's instructions regarding the document.
D. Delete the email and inform the court that the opposing counsel was negligent.
🟢 C. Promptly notify the sender and abide by the sender's instructions regarding the document.
🔴 RATIONALE: Under the rules of professional conduct, a lawyer who receives a document or electronically stored information relating to
the representation of the lawyer's client and knows or reasonably should know that the document was inadvertently sent shall promptly notify
the sender.
Question 6
A lawyer decides to accept a valuable painting from a client as payment for legal services. Is this arrangement permitted?
A. No, lawyers are strictly prohibited from accepting non-monetary property as fees.
B. Yes, as long as the transaction is fair and reasonable and the client is advised in writing to seek independent legal advice.
C. Yes, as long as the lawyer has the painting appraised by a third party.
D. No, unless the court approves the transaction in advance.
🟢 B. Yes, as long as the transaction is fair and reasonable and the client is advised in writing to seek independent legal advice.
🔴 RATIONALE: A lawyer may accept property in payment for services, such as an ownership interest in an enterprise, provided this does
not involve acquisition of a proprietary interest in the cause of action or subject matter of litigation. The transaction must meet the
requirements for business transactions with clients.
Question 7
A lawyer is advertising their services on a billboard. The billboard states: "I have never lost a case. Hire the best to ensure you win." Is this
