The Application Process, Each jurisdiction has its own licensing requirements for attorneys. Most jurisdictions require an applicant to complete one or more examinations, as well as undergo a background investigation, known as a Character and Fitness review. Information regarding each state's licensing requirements, including Character and Fitness procedures Students with any questions or concerns about this process…, ., Helpful Links, : Obtain a free copy of your credit report Obtain a copy of your driving record Obtain a copy of your criminal history Find information about past employment
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Meet RWU Law’s Student Ambassadors. Our Student Ambassadors are a group of current students who work with the Office of Admissions. Ambassadors give on-campus tours to prospective students, assist with info sessions and accepted students events, attend off-campus recruiting events, and chat with prospective students about RWU Law and their experiences here. Feel free to contact a Student…, Tatiana Soleto, ,, J.D. expected 2026, Email me here: tsotelo573@g.rwu.edu, Hometown, : North Attleboro, MA, Undergraduate School & Major, : College of the Holy Cross, Worcester MA. Political Science and Psychology Dual Major, Legal Interests:, Property Law, Activities @ RWU Law:, BLSA, Christian Law Society, Favorite Thing to do in RI:, Watching the sunsets at Ocean Drive, and walking downtown Newport with friends Ruth Dimanche, Ruth Dimanche, ,, J.D, expected 2026, , Email me here: rdimanche989@g.rwu.edu, Hometown, : Boston, MA, Undergraduate School & Major, : Suffolk University, Applied Legal Studies and a minor in Government, Legal Interests:, Personal Injury or Government, Activities @ RWU Law:, OWLS Treasurer, BLSA Member, Favorite Thing to do in RI:, Figuring that out as time goes. , Student Ambassador Elliot Hardy Elliot Hardy, , , J.D. expected 2026, Email me here: ehardy@g.rwu.edu, Hometown, : Providence, RI, Undergraduate School & Major, : American International College, Criminal Justice, Legal Interests:, Business/Real Estate Law, Activities @ RWU Law:, Vice President of the Black Law Student Association; ABA President; Quahogs Softball Team; 1L Representative, Favorite Thing to do in RI:, Eat! There are plenty of great food options. Spend time with my family , Student Ambassador Jess Galego Jessica Galego, , , J.D. expected 2027, Email me here: jgalego009@g.rwu.edu, Hometown, : Norton, MA, Undergraduate School & Major, : UMass Amherst, Marketing, Legal Interests:, Business Law and Sport and Entertainment Law, Activities @ RWU Law:, Secretary of SPENT; Women's Law Society; Health Law Society; Real Estate Lawyer Society, Favorite Thing to do in RI:, Walks at Colt State Park, going to the beach, exploring the area , Student Ambassador McKenzie Humphrey, McKenzie Humphrey, , , J.D. expected 2027, Email me here: mhumphrey326@g.rwu.edu, Hometown, : Schwenksville, PA, Undergraduate School & Major, : University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI. Criminal Justice and Arabic Dual Major, Legal Interests:, Public Interest , Favorite Thing to do in RI:, Going to the beach, going on hikes, and walking around downtown Providence with friends , Student Ambassador Skye Silva Skyler Silva, , , J.D. expected 2027, Email me here: ssilva681@g.rwu.edu, Hometown:, Orlando, Florida, Undergraduate School & Major:, Florida Gulf Coast University 2019; B.A. Sociology, Legal Interests:, Trusts, Estates, and Family Law, Activities @ RWU Law:, The Alliance, Real Estate Lawyers Society, Family Law Society, Favorite Thing to do in RI:, Enjoy downtown Bristol and the natural beauty of the Ocean State! , Student Ambassador Naomi Zhang Naomi Zhang, , , J.D. expected 2027, Email me here: nzhang943@g.rwu.edu, Hometown:, China; Los Angeles, CA, Undergraduate and Graduate School & Major:, California state university, Northridge: B.S. in Management Science; Em Lyon Business school: M.S. in Data Science & Digital Marketing, Legal Interests:, Public Interest & Criminal Defense, Favorite Thing to do in RI:, Explore various bike paths while enjoying the coastal and inland historical sites
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For students with family obligations or who wish to continue working part-time, the School of Law offers a flexible scheduling option that allows them to take fewer credits each semester and to earn their JD degree in a span of four years. Students on this track complete the same number of credit hours as traditional, three-year JD students, but complete that work in eight semesters spread over…
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Academic Success, Academic Support available with Gigi Walker and Kathy Thompson Writing Support available with Justin Kishbaugh, Counseling Center, Counseling services are available to law students in the Counseling Center , located on the second floor of the Center for Student Development, which is near Cedar Hall. Download/view the campus map . The Center is open during the academic year from 8:30AM to 5:00PM, Monday through Friday. During winter break and the summer, the Center is open 8:00AM to 4:00PM, Monday through Friday. Before…, Dean of Students Office, The Dean of Students Office promotes student success by acting as an advocate and an administrative liaison for students. The Dean of Students office is equipped to provide appropriate resources and guidance for a wide variety of student needs and concerns. The Dean of Students Office is located in the Dean's Suite., Diversity & Outreach, The Office of Diversity & Outreach at RWU Law offers a range of programs and services that assist and support law students, both personally and professionally, including: one-on-one student counseling, support to student affinity groups , and resources for parents attending law school . The Office of Diversity & Outreach is located in the Admissions Suite., Fitness & Recreational Services, Law students are encouraged to utilize the recreational service opportunities offered on campus including use of the Aquatic Center, Fitness Center, Group Exercise classes, and Waterfront activities. Information can be found on this link to the Recreation & Fitness page . , Law Library Guide on Stress Management, Mindfulness and Wellness, Law school is stressful. This LawGuide was created to help you manage that stress in serious ways and not-so-serious ways., Spiritual Life, The University’s long-term commitment to support diversity on campus extends to spiritual life, recognizing that religious diversity enriches academic inquiry. To that end, RWU has in residence a University Multifaith Chaplain and affiliated chaplains from the Jewish, Catholic, Protestant and Islamic traditions. This group works to accomplish three crucial goals: access to pastoral care for…, RWU Health Service, Roger Williams University is committed to delivering confidential, evidence-based health care and fostering compassionate and collaborative partnerships with students, families and the campus community. Learn more about RWU Health Service .
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RWU Law is a rich, multi-dimensional community. You’ll spend plenty of time hitting the books, but we also offer an engaging array of extracurricular resources and activities to help make your time here productive and fulfilling – physically and socially, as well as intellectually and professionally. Mentally fatigued after class? RWU’s spectacular , Recreation Center, is just a few steps away, featuring a fully equipped gym, squash courts, yoga and relaxation classes, basketball courts and an indoor swimming pool. Or if the weather's nice, why not grab a kayak (rental is free for students) and take a paddle around Mount Hope Bay. Hungry? Take a break at the , Law School, Café, , or head over to the , RWU Dining Commons, , an impressive facility offering dining options that cater to every taste and appetite, with a focus on organic and locally grown foods. Time to get back to work? Study in RWU Law's impressive, state-of-the-art , Law Library, -- or find a quiet spot in one of the many nooks sprinkled through the law school building. F rom the LGBTQ Alliance to the Criminal Law Society , from the Maritime Law Association to the Sports & Entertainment Law Society, there are , student groups, , for every legal, political and personal interest. And law-related extracurricular options abound. A few examples: The , Roger Williams University Law Review, allows top students to write and edit for our academic law journal. The , Moot Court Board, offers many chances to hone your appellate advocacy skills – with the state supreme court presiding over the final round of our main intra-school competition., Roger Williams Trial Teams, have a national reputation for excellence.
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Contact Us, The Office of Programs & Initiatives may be contacted via lawevents@rwu.edu or 401.254.4652., Our Staff, Chelsie Horne, CMP Director 401.254.4652 chorne@rwu.edu, FAQs, What events are taking place at the School of Law?, Check out the Law Campus Calendar: https://law.rwu.edu/events/law-campus-calendar, How do I add my student event to the Law Campus Calendar?, Please email the name, date and time of your event to jrdallaire@rwu.edu , along with a brief description of the event and registration information, if applicable., How do I display my student event on the RWU Law monitors?, A PowerPoint slide may be submitted to request event promotion on RWU Law monitors (Bristol Campus: first floor atrium, second floor atrium, and lower level; Providence Campus: fourth floor). The PowerPoint slide saved as a JPEG should be emailed to jrdallaire@rwu.edu . Please submit three business days before you wish your slide to display., How do I request space at RWU Law?, Student groups hosting in-person events must have prior approval from Dean of Students Lorraine Lalli . When reserving space at the School of Law, the Space Request Form must be filled out completely and submitted to the Office of Programs & Events. Completing this form is not a confirmation of space. You will receive an e-mail confirming availability of space. Note: Promotion of an event or…, How do I set up on-line event registration to charge fees?, Please fill in the SBA University Tickets Event On-Line Registration Form . Completed forms must be emailed ten business days before your event date to Jill Dallaire, jrdallaire@rwu.edu, As a RWU Law student organization, how do I send a RWU Law speaker a thank you gift?, To request a speaker gift for your virtual or in-person event, please email the Office of Programs & Initiatives at lawevents@rwu.edu with the following information: Name, title and address of speaker(s) Name and date of event in which the speaker participated The student group sponsoring the event
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What is the New York Pro Bono Scholars Program (NYPBSP)?, RWU Law is proud to participate in the , New York Pro Bono Scholars Program (NYPBSP), , a program in New York State for qualifying third year law students. Third year law students can spend 12 weeks of their final spring semester in law school providing full-time pro bono legal assistance to low-income people while participating in a required 2-credit weekly seminar. In exchange, these students will be permitted to take the New York Bar Exam in February of their third year of…, New York, , Pro Bono Scholars Program, and all graduation requirements, be admitted to practice as a member of the New York Bar as soon as possible after completion of the program. Participation, Pro Bono placements and supervising attorneys must be approved by RWU Law. New York Pro Bono Scholars will be able to participate in graduation ceremonies in May but will receive their diplomas in June upon completion of the program., How many credits will I receive if I participate?, 10 field credits and 2 seminar credits. To be eligible for the NYPBSP, an applicant must have at least 10 non-classroom credits remaining at the end of the fall 3L semester., Note: Students planning to participate in the NYPBSP may not enroll in a clinical externship because there is a limit of 10 fieldwork credits that students may take., What kinds of pro bono work qualify for the NYPBSP?, Qualifying pro bono service for NYPBSP must be law-related, full-time, supervised by a licensed attorney, and assist in the provision of legal services for: persons who are financially unable to pay for legal representation; not-for-profit legal service providers that predominantly address the legal needs of indigent clients where the work performed is for such clients; or a governmental entity,…, What are the NYPBSP Requirements?, Please refer to the, New York Pro Bono Scholars Guide, for a complete description of the requirements of the program and the kinds of pro bono work that are eligible. Please note, however, that not all pro bono work that is eligible under the program will also comply with RWU Law’s program requirements. Because the RWU Law program requires enrollment in a special section of the Public Interest Clinical Externship, placements in private law firms…, New York State Unified Court System’s Pro Bono Scholars Program website, . RWU Law must approve participation and specific placements in the NYPBSP program., What are RWU Law’s specific requirements for NYPBSP participation?, For RWU Law specific information, guidelines and deadlines for the NYPBSP, please review this document and NY Pro Bono Scholars Curricular Track . To be considered for the NYPBSP, interested students must submit a NY Pro Bono Scholars application during the Clinic and Clinical Externship application period held during the spring semester of his or her second year. Requirements and Limitations…, will not, count toward the RWU Law Pro Bono Experiential Learning Requirement. A NYPBSP is strongly advised to take the Multistate Professional Responsibility Exam (MPRE) before beginning the NYPBSP so that they can be admitted to the New York State Bar promptly upon passage of the Bar Exam and law school graduation. New York uses the Uniform Bar Exam (UBE) and New York law is not tested on the UBE. …, Further information about these requirements, . , How do I apply to the NYPBSP?, To be considered for the NYPBSP, interested students must submit a Pro Bono Scholars application during the Clinic and Clinical Externship application period held during the spring semester of his or her second year. Students interested in participating in the New York Pro Bono Scholars Program should be aware that participation will , require extensive planning and preparation starting in the spring semester of their first year of law school, . Given that students in the program , must complete all of their academic coursework and their PBELR by the end of the fall semester of their third year, , all interested students should work with their faculty advisors, the Office of Career Development, and the Academic Success Department to carefully plan their schedules to ensure they will be fully prepared to take the bar exam and start their careers. Additionally, beyond the normal hurdles student face when preparing for the bar exam, taking the February bar exam presents additional…, Note: Students planning to participate in the NYPBSP may not enroll in a clinical externship because there is a limit of 10 fieldwork credits students may take., Will I pay tuition while doing the NYPBSP?, Yes, for the 10 credits., Do I have to do the fieldwork in New York?, No., What other resources should I consult in considering NYPBSP?, Please refer to the, New York Pro Bono Scholars Guide, for a complete description of the requirements of the program and the kinds of pro bono work that are eligible. Please note, however, that not all pro bono work that is eligible under NYPBSP will also comply with RWU Law’s program requirements. Because the RWU Law program requires enrollment in a special section of the Public Interest Clinical Externship, placements in private law firms and…, New York State Unified Court System’s Pro Bono Scholars Program website, . If you have any questions about the NYPBSP requirements or need assistance determining if the program is right for you, please contact Andy Horwitz, Assistant Dean for Experiential Education, at ahorwitz@rwu.edu ., Notes on the New York Bar Exam, The state of New York has switched to the Uniform Bar Exam (UBE) and NY law is not tested on the UBE. However, applicants to the New York Bar are required to complete the New York Law Course and New York Law Exam as a prerequisite for admission. A NYPBS is strongly encouraged to complete these requirements during their 2L summer. Click here for More Information on the New York Bar Exam, Further information about these requirements, .
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