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More Than Words: Insurance lawyer Justin Pruett L’11 takes a different route into the courtroom
Justin Pruett, RWU Law Class of 2011 Juris DoctorYears ago, Pruett was “the guy who wouldn’t shut up in my English class.” Today, Pruett handles the malpractice litigation docket for HCA Healthcare, one of the largest for-profit healthcare systems in the U.S. He analyzes the factual and legal merits along with the insurance implications for each of the hundreds of cases his team handles.
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Recent News
John Dorsey L'10 Selected for U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Rhode Island
Chief Judge David J. Barron of the US Court of Appeals for the First Circuit announced on June 5 that John A. Dorsey L'10 has been selected to fill the upcoming vacancy in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Rhode Island that will result from Judge Diane Finkle's retirement on September 8, 2025.
Better Than He Found It
When Ben Peters L'25 first arrived at RWU Law, he didn't know a single person. And that was the point. Having spent his entire life in West Virginia, Peters came to Rhode Island to expand his horizons in a different region and was also drawn to the joint degree program which offered a Masters in Marine Affairs at the University of Rhode Island.
Charting a New Course: From Navy Officer to Legal Advocate
Susannah Johnson L'25 followed a non-traditional path to law school, serving as a Surface Warfare Officer for eight years before enrolling at RWU Law. After years of service in the United States Navy, she has found a new mission: using the law to serve her community.
RWU Law Ranked #11 Nationally for Most Graduates in Public Interest Law Careers
Roger Williams University School of Law has been ranked No. 11 in the nation for the percentage of graduates pursuing careers in public interest law, according to U.S. News & World Report’s Best Graduate Schools 2025 rankings , part of Best Law Schools.
Protecting the Waters
The ocean holds a special place in the heart of current 3L and avid surfer Julia Meskis ‘25. In fact, her love of the waters has completely shaped her career goals, as she plans to ultimately use her law degree to protect the ocean for future generations.
Contact Information
Backer, Adelaide
Assistant Director, School of Law Admissions
401-254-4555abacker@rwu.eduClifford, Wendy
Operations and Communications Administrator
401-254-4555wclifford@rwu.eduDonnelly-Boylen, Michael
Associate Dean, Enrollment and Strategic Initiatives
401-254-4555mdonnelly-boylen@rwu.eduMelgar, Helga
Director of Digital Marketing and Content
401-254-3881hmelgar@rwu.eduVieira, Kate
Director for Admissions
401-254-4555kvieira@rwu.edu