Carolyn Ryburn

Carolyn Ryburn is a Visiting Assistant Professor of Law at the William H. Bowen School of Law, University of Arkansas at Little Rock. She also serves as a writing specialist and professor mentor for the bar examinations PASS program at UA Little Rock. Previously, she practiced law in insurance coverage defense, worker’s compensation litigation, and employment litigation at firms like Barber Law Firm and as in-house counsel for Simmons Bank.

Education:

• B.A. in English, Hendrix College (2009)
• M.A. in Public Administration, University of Arkansas at Little Rock (2011)
• J.D., William H. Bowen School of Law (2014)

Research & Expertise: Focuses on legal pedagogy, litigation strategy, and employment law. Her professional experience spans private practice, in-house counsel roles, and academic mentorship.

Awards:

• Graduated with honors from Hendrix College
• Graduated with honors from University of Arkansas at Little Rock
• Graduated with honors from William H. Bowen School of Law

Additional Roles: Clerkships at Jack, Nelson, Jones Law Firm; Barber Law Firm; Mitchell Williams Law Firm; and USAble Life Insurance Company. Active in bar exam preparation and legal writing instruction.