BRISTOL, R.I. —, On the heels of news that the construction of the Washington Bridge will now be completed two years later than originally announced and potentially $150 million over the original budget, , Roger Williams University School of Law, debuts today its new podcast, , Law 401, , with a deep dive into the legal, political, and media challenges that have emerged since Governor Dan McKee closed the bridge in December 2023. Law 401 is a podcast covering legal issues in Rhode Island for an audience of both lawyers and non-lawyers. The show breaks down legal jargon and pulls the curtain back on complex and timely public policy discussions, legal challenges, and lawsuits.…, “Much Ado About the Bridge” , – tackles the closure’s effect on Rhode Islanders from both legal and nonlegal perspectives and features a discussion with WPRI-12’s Ted Nesi weighing in on the obstacles media outlets faced while attempting to break the original story. Future episodes will focus on other hot legal issues, including the Rhode Island legislature’s rulemaking around cannabis – with guests Kim Ahern and Michelle…
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Facility, Square feet: 29,473 Seating: 412 Shelving: 26,494 linear feet Hours open each week when classes are in session: 100 hours Group study rooms: 10 rooms, 2 with A/V playback. , Technology, Student computing: 15 classroom computers, 10 laptop docking stations, 2 computer classrooms, 6 open computers Wireless network: 802.11n, including Guest access Printing/Scanning: 3 print stations, 1 book scanner with sheet feeder, and 1 microform reader/scanner. Lexis printing for current law affiliates only. Wireless printing available for law students., Collection , Volumes and volume equivalents: over 290,000 Licensed databases and owned electronic titles: over 279,000 The library collection focuses on Rhode Island and Maritime Law and the library serves as a State Justice Institute depository. By arrangement with the University Library (a Selective Depository Library), the Law Library also maintains a number of federal government documents titles. …, Library Staff, Full-time library employees: 8 (includes director) Librarians: 5, 4 hold a law degree. Paraprofessionals: 3 library paraprofessional staff
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The Roger Williams University Law Library seeks to support the objectives of the Roger Williams University School of Law to prepare students for public and private sector careers and to promote social justice and the rule of law. Thus, our mission is to meet the educational and research needs of law students, faculty, and staff and to provide law alumni, the Roger Williams University community,…, reference services, and, research instruction, to ensure that students develop the research competencies required for the successful study and practice of law; provides, expert research assistance, in support of faculty scholarship and law school administrative needs; disseminates and promotes, faculty scholarship, and provides analytics to measure its impact; develops and provides, services and spaces, for study, research, connection, and reflection; and , collects and organizes information, , materials, and media reflective of law school objectives and the library’s mission.
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School of Law Community, University, and CRIARL Faculty, The Roger Williams University School of Law Library is a private institution that serves primarily the School of Law community: faculty, staff, students, and alumni of the law school. The library also serves University faculty and faculty from CRIARL member institutions., Other Authorized Library Users, Roger Williams University students, members of the bench and bar, law students from ABA-approved schools, and students from CRIARL member institutions with a letter of referral from their university library may use the collection on the premises. To maintain a quiet environment for study and research by the School of Law community, access to the library by these authorized library users is…, Federal Depository Collection Users, The library is not open to members of the general public except for access to federal depository documents. Members of the general public interested in using federal depository documents may access materials selectively housed in the Law Library. Patrons should search the Law Library’s WebCatalog prior to visiting to determine if the desired federal depository document is available. Access to…, School of Law Building Access, During the fall and spring semesters, all entrances to the School of Law building will become card access only at 6:00 p.m. Monday-Friday, except during holiday periods when all entrances to the School of Law building may become card access only earlier. Saturday and Sunday all entrances will be card access after 4:00 p.m. During the summer semester, all entrances to the School of Law building…
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The following policies help preserve the library environment for the common good and to make the library a clean, pleasant, quiet place, conducive to study and research. Individuals who disregard these policies show a lack of respect for their colleagues and a lack of appreciation of the library as a shared resource and will be asked to comply or leave the Library. Repeat offenses will be…
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Joint Degrees, Juris Doctor/Master of Business Administration Juris Doctor/Master of Science in Criminal Justice Juris Doctor/Master of Arts in Cybersecurity Juris Doctor/Master of Science in Preservation Practice, Joint Degrees in Partnership with URI, Juris Doctor/Master of Marine Affairs Juris Doctor/Master of Science in Labor Relations and Human Resources, Admission Requirements and Policy, Applicants must apply to and be accepted into each program separately. Typically, a law student interested in a joint degree would apply to the relevant program at the end of their first year of law school. Applications should be submitted sufficiently in advance of the application deadline to assure adequate processing time at both institutions. A student matriculated in either the JD or MS…, Contact Information, For questions regarding joint degree programs, use the contact information below:, School of Law Admissions, Michael W. Donnelly-Boylen Associate Dean for Enrollment & Strategic Initiatives Phone: 401-254-4555 mdonnelly-boylen@rwu.edu, Criminal Justice, Stephanie Picolo Manzi, Ph.D. Associate Professor Office: CAS 147 Phone: (401) 254-3369 smanzi@rwu.edu, Historic Preservation, Jeremy C. Wells, Ph.D. Assistant Professor Office: AR 233 Phone: (401) 254-5213 jwells@rwu.edu, Labor Relations and Human Resources, Michael Yelnosky Professor of Law Phone: (401) 254-4607 myelnosky@rwu.edu, Marine Affairs, Julia Wyman Director, Marine Affairs Institute and Rhode Island Sea Grant Legal Program Phone: (401) 254-5734 jwyman@rwu.edu Professor Jesse Reiblich Department of Marine Affairs University of Rhode Island Coastal Institute Bldg., 2nd Flr., Rm 215 Kingston, RI 02881 jesse.reiblich@uri.edu
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A Roger Williams University School of Law and University of Rhode Island Department of Marine Affairs Partnership, The Juris Doctor/Master of Marine Affairs builds upon the comprehensive base of marine law and policy courses offered at the School of Law and the University of Rhode Island Department of Marine Affairs. The program offers students an opportunity to broaden their understanding and analysis of complex marine issues without giving up the benefits of a traditional legal education. Students have…, Why consider a JD/MMA?, As our reliance on limited ocean resources grows, lawyers possessing the skills of interdisciplinary analysis will be well-served. The program offers opportunities to: Gain exposure to different disciplines; Expand your perspective on legal issues; Acquire different analytical skills; Develop relationships with colleagues from different disciplines; and, Meet experts and acquire a foundation of…, For More Information, Undertaking two degrees at one time is rewarding but challenging and should not be entered into lightly. Students considering pursuing the joint JD/MMA degree should schedule an office appointment or phone call with one of the following individuals to determine the suitability of the program for his/her needs and make arrangements to apply for the joint degree program. Roger Williams University…
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Marine Affairs Achievement Award, The Marine Affairs Achievement Award was instituted in 2006 and is given annually to a graduating student who has been exemplary in the study and advancement of marine policy and law. Recipients 2006 Lance M. Young 2007 Jennifer A. Mehaffey 2008 Nicholas A. Battista 2009 Gwendolyn M. Hancock 2010 Kathleen M. Haber 2011 Jacqueline S. Rolleri 2012 Catherine B. Kramer, Sarah M. Parker 2013…, William J. Coffey Excellence in Maritime Writing Prize, This prize is given in memory of William J. Coffey, a nationally renowned maritime law expert and adjunct professor of the School of Law, as well as former Interim Director of the Institute and Vice Chair of the Institute's Advisory Board. The prize is awarded annually to recognize exceptional law student writing on a topic in admiralty and maritime law. Recipients 2013 Christopher J. McNally,…, Providence., Propeller Club Scholarship, The Propeller Club of the United States - Port of Narragansett Bay institutes an annual Education Fund based on proceeds from its golf tournament awarded to a student(s) enrolled in an accredited program with a concentration in Maritime, Ports, Logistic Management or a Merchant Marine License Certificate. Recipients 2008 Brian P.R. Eisenhower 2009 Jacqueline S. Rolleri 2010 Nicholas Obolensky…
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The , Law Review, publishes three issues throughout the academic year. The Winter issue is devoted to topics with a national focus. The Spring issue revolves around topics germane to the Rhode Island legal landscape, including a survey of new Rhode Island law, and includes student reviews of recent legislative enactments, as well as an analysis of significant Rhode Island Supreme Court opinions. As the only law…, Law Review, is uniquely qualified to publish scholarship in this field. Additionally, each year the , Law Review, publishes an issue featuring articles from academic symposia at the Law School. Our current and past issues can be viewed online and downloaded in pdf form, hosted on the Roger Williams University digital repository. You can also find copies of our editions on HeinOnline . Hard copies of past issues of the Roger Williams University Law Review are available for $15 per issue. Inquiries should…
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Orientation is , in-person, and , mandatory, for all incoming students. Orientation will be held from August 13 to August 18 for the fall 2025 entering class. Questions regarding Orientation should be directed to Lorraine Lalli , Assistant Dean of Student Life and Operations. A detailed Orientation schedule can be found online here .
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