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Bar prep is as much a project management challenge as an intellectual one — hundreds of rules across dozens of subjects, all tested in different formats. Andrew's law PhD and his cross-disciplinary study background mean he can map out a structured MBE and essay prep plan while drilling the black-letter law in areas like torts, evidence, and civil procedure.

Kerry practiced law for three years at a major D.C. firm after graduating magna cum laude from Michigan Law, so she's been through the bar exam process herself and understands the MBE, MEE, and MPT from both sides. She breaks down the difference between knowing the law and applying it under timed pressure — especially in areas like Constitutional Law, Evidence, and Contracts where the examiners love to test nuance.
As a passionate educator, I am dedicated to helping students excel in their Bar Exam preparation or in their classes! I earned a Management BBA from the University of Notre Dame, and my J.D. from Georgia State University. I have over two years of tutoring experience. I tutor in 1L subjects, bar prep, and technical writing. I believe in tailoring my approach to meet the needs of each student, including proceeding at the rhythm and tempo the student needs. My approach includes focusing on the Black Letter Law, strategizing, learning how to gather and understand performance data, and preparing for what to expect on Exam Days!
As a licensed and practicing attorney in Georgia, Ryan has firsthand experience with the bar exam process — from the MBE's pattern-recognition demands to the essay sections where precise, structured legal writing separates passing scores from failing ones. His history degree and extensive background in persuasive writing and essay technique translate directly into coaching examinees on IRAC construction and issue-spotting under timed conditions. Rated 5.0 by students.
I like learning anything new and enjoy reading, but I'm not fond of school. I made good grades only when the subject interested me. However, I have always done very, very well on standardized tests, probably because I read so much. I was a National Merit finalist and my LSAT score was in the 99th percentile. In today's system, that is about a 174. I attended law school at the University of Houston, graduated, passed the Texas bar with a decent score of 83, and practiced law for a long time. I quit practicing law when I moved to a small town in Central Texas. I began tutoring about a few years ago and discovered that I truly enjoy the intellectual challenge of tutoring and the opportunity to interact with a lot of bright, hard-working students. I had never tutored or taught before, so I read lots of study guides and picked out suggestions and tactics that made sense to me. I look for multiple ways to illustrate concepts because everyone understands information differently. My work with students is based on my experience, what I have studied, and feedback from my students. I think that tackling a problem directly is usually faster than looking for a trick or shortcut. I also help students with their applications and enjoy tutoring in writing and similar topics.
I've always loved learning, which naturally led me to tutoring. I began tutoring peers and younger students in high school and continued throughout college, law school, and after graduation while working as a NY corporate attorney. My experience includes students of all ages, from kindergartners through adult learners, including those needing specialized academic support or education planning. With a background in math and science and a legal career centered on research, writing, analysis, and counseling, I focus on math, law, academic coaching, and exam preparation. In particular, I enjoy supporting elementary and middle school students, helping high school students with academic planning and college preparation, and preparing students for the SAT, ACT, GRE, LSAT, and UBE (NY Bar Exam). I've worked remotely throughout my career, so I'm comfortable using virtual learning platforms and adapting to each student's individual needs.
Teaching in various capacities since 2003, I combine legal expertise (class rank: top 20) and proven test strategies (UBE: 320, MPRE: 108) with compassion and creativity to elevate your legal acumen from good to great. With a law degree summa cum laude (Mitchell Hamline), a master's in public health (University of Minnesota), and an undergraduate degree magna cum laude from a top 10 liberal arts college (Carleton College), I have worked with K-12, college, graduate, and law students in 1:1, group, and classroom settings. My legal communication skills are second to none: I earned top oralist marks at the Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition (the world's largest), provided strategic communications coaching to litigators in big tobacco cases, served as law journal writer and editor, and placed top-of-class in legal research & writing courses. Professionally, I've spent two decades in public affairs, government funding (grants, contracts), and sponsored research.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The New Mexico Bar Exam tests your knowledge of both general legal principles and New Mexico-specific law. The exam typically includes the Multistate Bar Examination (MBE) covering contracts, torts, criminal law, civil procedure, evidence, and constitutional law, plus the New Mexico-specific portion that focuses on state law, professional responsibility, and practice rules. Success requires mastery of foundational legal concepts and the ability to apply them to complex fact patterns under time pressure.
Most students struggle with time management—balancing the sheer volume of material with the need for deep understanding rather than memorization. Many also find the transition from law school essays to the MBE's multiple-choice format challenging, as it requires different analytical skills. Additionally, students often underestimate how much New Mexico-specific law differs from general principles, and personalized tutoring can help you focus on your weakest areas rather than spending equal time on everything.
Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows a tutor to identify your specific gaps—whether that's struggling with MBE strategy, New Mexico procedure, or essay writing—and create a targeted study plan rather than following a one-size-fits-all curriculum. A tutor can also provide immediate feedback on practice essays and explanations for why you're missing certain MBE questions, which accelerates your learning far more than reviewing answers alone. This targeted approach helps you use your limited study time more efficiently, which is critical during bar prep.
Your first session will focus on understanding your background, identifying your strengths and weaknesses, and establishing clear goals for bar prep. A tutor will likely review your practice test scores, discuss which subjects feel strongest and which need the most work, and ask about your timeline and study schedule. From there, you'll develop a personalized study plan that prioritizes the areas where targeted instruction will have the biggest impact on your score.
Most bar candidates study for 8-12 weeks full-time, though the timeline depends on your background, how much you've already studied, and your target score. Personalized tutoring works best when started early enough to address foundational gaps before focusing on strategy and practice. Even a few weeks of targeted tutoring can significantly improve your approach to the exam, so it's never too late to connect with a tutor, whether you're just starting prep or in your final weeks.
Look for tutors who have passed the New Mexico Bar Exam themselves and ideally have experience teaching bar prep or legal subjects. They should understand both the MBE format and New Mexico-specific law requirements, and be able to explain not just the right answers but the reasoning behind them. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who can assess your needs and create a study plan tailored to your learning style and schedule.
Yes—many students lose points on the MBE not because they don't know the law, but because they struggle with test strategy, time management, or identifying what the question is really asking. A tutor can help you develop a systematic approach to each question type, teach you how to spot common distractors, and provide targeted practice on your weakest subjects. Regular practice with expert feedback significantly improves both accuracy and speed, which are critical for MBE success.
New Mexico law makes up a significant portion of the exam, particularly in areas like property, family law, and civil procedure where state rules differ substantially from the general principles tested on the MBE. Tutors familiar with New Mexico's bar requirements can help you understand which topics are uniquely important in your state and how to apply general legal principles to New Mexico-specific rules. This targeted knowledge often makes the difference between a passing and failing score.
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