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Larry V.

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After practicing law for almost 30 years, I changed careers. I chose teaching social studies because my BA is in history. I am interested in economics and government, as well as law, and teaching has been a lifelong passion. I've taught AP economics and AP government as well as world history and geography. My background includes government, public policy and science, having been an environmental regulatory lawyer and earning a Masters in Public Administration, studying statistics and...

After practicing law for almost 30 years, I changed careers. I chose teaching social studies because my BA is in history. I am interested in economics and government, as well as law, and teaching has been a lifelong passion. I've taught AP economics and AP government as well as world history and geography. My background includes government, public policy and science, having been an environmental regulatory lawyer and earning a Masters in Public Administration, studying statistics and finance as well as administrative law and public administration. As a lawyer, I enjoyed most working with younger lawyers and helping them become better researchers and writers. I've taught both high school and middle school.

Assisting law students and helping them prepare for the bar exam and with legal research and writing is therefore something I have been doing for young colleagues for decades.

A common thread in my experience is working with students one-on-one or in small groups. Therefore, tutoring comes naturally to me. The analytical skills I acquired as a lawyer allow me to teach SAT, ACT, LSAT, GRE, GMAT test prep, in addition to law, history and economics, . essentially anything that requires critical thinking. This variety of subjects is a strength because it never gets boring and I am able to help more students.

I never go into a lesson without being prepared. In economics and government, I have prepared detailed study guides to prepare myself and to assist students. In the first half-hour, or before lessons begin via email or phone, I assess each student's individual needs. Each student learns differently, which is why I reject one size fits all solutions. Having identified the concerns, I tailor tutoring sessions to the individual. For example, many students are visual or kinetic learners, so the use of graphs and other visual aids is especially useful to get to the solution, and to build on basic concepts. I do a lot of work outside sessions on my own time to make sure every session is productive. If I

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Education

Hofstra University
History
Indiana University School of Law
J.D.
Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs
Masters

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  • Hourly Rate: $48
  • Rate details: No charge for first half hour while determining student needs. I will discuss discounted group rates for more than two students at a time.
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 8/1/2016

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AFOQT

AFOQT

The AFOQT includes a great many questions on law, economics, world and US history and government. I am qualified to work in all those subjects. In addition, there are questions about international relations and foreign cultures. I tutor in political science and am qualified in geography. There is some relatively simple math on the exam, such as exchange rates, which are subject in macroeconomics, another subject I teach. I work with students in many different areas on writing and reading comprehension. I have worked with graduate students in law, political science and internation relations. Finally, I have a masters degree in public administration from the #1 public affairs program in the US, the School of Public and Environmental Affairs at Indiana University (based upon the most recent US News and World Report's graduate school rankings).
Bar Exam

Bar Exam

My qualifications for teaching the bar exam come mainly from my record as a law student and from the variety of my law practice. I graduated third in my class in law school, which means I prepared effective outlines and knew how to respond to complex legal hypotheticals. In my practice, I practiced environmental law for 27 years. Since environmental law is constantly changing, it is necessary for an environmental lawyer to stay ahead of the curve at all times. Continually mastering new substantive bodies of law is precisely the skill law students need to pass the bar. My practice involved administrative law, property law, government law and environmental torts, as well as substantive environmental law. In addition, I handled litigated matters, in civil environmental enforcement actions and insurance lawsuits, so my practice involved civil procedure. Since a lawyer essentially writes for a living, I feel qualified to assist future lawyers with the MEE. During my practice, I devoted a lot of hours to assisting interns and young lawyers with their research and writing. That's a hard thing to document, but I believe I could find lawyers I have worked with who would corroborate my assertions. Finally, when I decided to become a tutor, I started taking practice exams in contracts, torts, criminal law and constitutional law, and will continue to do so in order to ensure I am fully prepared at all times. For what it's worth, I have been surprised by how much I remember! My practice also involved frequent public speaking on a variety of legal topics and the preparation of class materials for conference attendees. I never farmed that job out to associates as most lawyers of my acquaintance do. I have a work ethic that will not permit me to go into any project less than fully prepared. I should also mention my training and experience as a teacher. I think learning good pedagogical skills will prove to be valuable in all my tutoring, at any level. I was always most effective when working with students i
Criminal Justice

Criminal Justice

AS a practicing environmental law attorney for 27 years, I handled white collar crime cases. From having taught government classes, I have extensive knowledge of constitutional law issues in criminal justice, including search and seizure, due process, 8th Amendment and 5th Amendment issues. I have prepared high school curricula on criminal justice.
Political Science

Political Science

Besides 27 years of law practice, I earned a Master's of Public Administration Degree. This is essentially a degree in government. I have taught and prepared curricula for AP US Government and Politics, and have extensive knowledge of US Politics from these activities and my law work representing local governments. In law school, one of my specializations was administrative law. I read extensively in politics, government, constitutional law and political philosophy.
SAT Writing

SAT Writing

My qualifications for writing come mainly from my career as a practicing attorney. A lawyer basically writes for a living, and success in law practice, as in many other fields, comes from writing clearly, concisely, and simply. I did well as an undergraduate and in law school (third in my class) largely because of my ability to write. As a history major and while earning a degree in public administration I had to write well to perform well. I was not always a good writer. I owe a lot to two undergraduate professors who made it their business to improve their students' writing. I have adopted the same approach to my own teaching, and in my classroom teaching always required a lot of writing. It's one of the most important skills anyone can have, no matter what their profession is. A teacher owes his or her students an opportunity to learn to write well.
Social Studies

Social Studies

I practiced law for 27 years before becoming a social studies teacher. I taught government, economics and world history and currently tutor in all those subjects. I also tutor law, political science, and help students prepare for a number of standardized tests, including the SAT, ACT, GED, and others.
TEAS

TEAS

The TEAS V is very similar to other tests that I prepare students for. The reading and English language/usage sections require skills similar to those tested by the LSAT, SAT and SAT. My background in social studies teaching and as a practicing attorney have prepared me for assisting students with language comprehension and writing, skills that I use every day in social studies teaching and tutoring. The science section of the TEAS is principally a test of critical thinking and analysis skills, requiring students mainly to work with the information given in the question. Again, there are the skills I have acquired in my professional life and which I help students with when preparing for other standardized tests. In addition, I attained a background in basic scientific principles as an environmental attorney and as a student in a leading public and environmental affairs graduate program. Finally, the math section, while requiring a background in basic geometry and algebra concepts, is also principally a test of reasoning skills. I am qualified to tutor in science subjects such as ecology and geology, and I also assist students with SAT and ACT math questions, as well as the math portions of the GED. As a student my courses in environmental science, statistics and economics gave me the background necessary to understand the spatial relationships, geometry, and algebra tested on the TEAS math section. Finally, and most important, my experience as a teacher and as a tutor equips me to help students master the concepts and skills tested by the TEAS.
American History
Ecology
European History
GED
Geography
Geology
Government & Politics
Law
Macroeconomics
Microeconomics
World History
Writing

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Simply the Best!

Larry is a fantastic tutor! He is patient, calm, well versed in law, and a great virtual hand holder! I am very comfortable with Larry. He has helped me immensely, even in last hour circumstances. His goal is to help you help yourself. I highly respect and recommend Larry as a tutor for the LSAT and as a mentor to law school students!

Mj, 3 lessons with Larry

As Always, a Helpful Session

Larry has been helping me through law school for years now. I'm a big fan. Patient, clever, and drives towards simple explanations. Couldnt be happier. Seems I need to type more in this box. More more more. Again, big fan of our guy Larry.

Jon, 3 lessons with Larry

Great very helpful

Great very helpful!! It was a really insightful session I learned tons he is so knowledgeable and very good at being a tutor if you need any help Larry is so great

Amanda, 1 lesson with Larry

Excellent Tutor

Larry is an amazing tutor. With his guidance, I PASSED the California Bar Exam and the Pennsylvania Bar Exam - both in 2023. He is very knowledgeable in all aspects of the Bar Exam. Unlike many commercial bar exam companies, Larry takes the time to review every essay with you, as well as MBE questions that you may not understand. He also takes the time to find additional resources for you. He worked with my schedule (different time zone and me working full time.) I truly believe that his passion for teaching, knowledge, and professionalism makes him one of the best.

Cecilia, 3 lessons with Larry

Extraordinary Tutor with Outstanding Knowledge.

I failed the Bar exam by 10 points in February 2023 with a 260 in a 270 jurisdiction. I knew I needed to study differently so I hired Larry. I was very impressed with the depth and range of his knowledge. I focused on MEE and MPT essay writing and probably have had Larry review over 40 essays. He would always review them on his own time even after my offers to pay and added insightful and helpful comments that put me over the finish line. I passed the Bar exam in July 2023. My MBE remained exactly the same as my previous attempt but my essay score rose by almost 20 points. I passed with a 279 and can practice in all US districts. I could not have accomplished this without Larry. Between Larry’s extremely fair pricing and service, and his knowledge and professionalism, he is an exemplary scholar and tutor. Anyone interested in tutoring would do well to hire him.

Chris , 8 lessons with Larry

Patient and understanding and above all kind and. Knowledgeable

Patient and understanding and above all kind and. Knowledgeable attorney. Definitely use will be using him again Patient and understanding and above all kind and. Knowledgeable attorney. Definitely use will be using him again

Michael, 4 lessons with Larry

Very Knowledgeable!

Larry’s lessons are very concise and detail oriented. He’s goes through each answer choice with you and discusses why it’s the correct answer. He also does a great job of breaking down essay topics and dissecting each issue. He makes sure you’re staying on track each week by doing weekly check ins, which I appreciated. Overall he was a pleasure to work with.

Xanquila, 5 lessons with Larry

Knowledgeable and very patient!

Bar Review! Highly recommended! A+++ instructor! Has amazing strategies for bar prep including the MBE, MEE, and the MPT. Patiently goes through each portion of the Bar Exams and teaches how to study effectively to achieve success in the exam.

Doris, 3 lessons with Larry

Knowledgeable and explanatory

Larry and I have been meeting to discuss a number of things, including the EPA Clean Air Act which is very interesting and has complexities. Larry’s background is in EPA and he is a lawyer. He has met with to discuss the act with me and answer my questions for my school assignment. I really appreciate Larry and his patience with experience in this area of law. He is an awesome instructor!!

Milena , 14 lessons with Larry

Very helpful goes the extra mile

Did a stellar job reviewing my practice bar essays. Reviewed several sources and gave me helpful feedback. I feel my prep would not be able to move forward the same way without his help. Will be working with him for the foreseeable future.

Jonathan, 7 lessons with Larry
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