Increasing Number of Law Graduates Receive Extended Time for Bar Exam Amid Disability Diagnoses
A growing number of law graduates are receiving additional time to complete the bar exam, reflecting a broader trend of increased disability diagnoses among students. According to a Wall Street Journal analysis, 14% of bar exam takers in California received accommodations last July, a significant rise from 4% a decade ago. This trend is also evident in Washington, D.C., where more than one in seven candidates received extra time. The increase in accommodations is linked to a rise in diagnoses for conditions such as ADHD, which has led to more students receiving extra time for academic assessments. This phenomenon, initially observed in high schools and colleges, is now impacting professional licensing exams. Law firms are adapting by implementing programs to support young associates with disabilities. 
