• Event Information, Thursday, April 9, 2026, The Graduate by Hilton Providence 11 Dorrance Street Providence, Rhode Island 5:30 - 7:30 PM, Registration & Sponsoship Details 2026 Honorees, Champion for Justice, Lynette Labinger, Esq. LH'21, Alumni Champion, Amy Greer, Esq. L'20 Associate Attorney, Dratel & Lewis, Community Partner Champion, Rhode Island Supreme Court Access to Justice Office p resented to Tamera Rocha, Esq., Director, About Champions for Justice, Whether you're a legal enthusiast, a student aspiring to make a difference or a seasoned practitioner, this event is a unique chance to engage with the forefront of legal innovation. Take advantage of an unforgettable evening dedicated to the champions who embody the spirit of justice. Secure your spot now for an enriching experience at the forefront of legal excellence. Step into the realm of…, Champions for Justice Partnership Opportunities:, We invite you to partner with Roger Williams University School of Law in advancing its commitment to social justice by sponsoring the 11th Annual Champions for Justice event. This distinguished gathering benefits the Feinstein Center for Pro Bono & Experiential Education, the RWU Law Clinics, and the Pro Bono Collaborative, all of which provide critical legal services to underserved…, Levels:, Grand Partnership: $20,000, This premier sponsorship package offers exclusive access to the event, including preferred seating for ten guests and prominent brand recognition throughout the evening. Your logo will be featured across all event communications—both print and digital—before and after the celebration. At the event, your brand will enjoy high-visibility placement behind the podium, on the event website, ensuring…, Main Ballroom Reception Partner: $15,000, Enjoy premier visibility as the exclusive naming sponsor of the main program reception. This level includes eight event tickets, along with prominent static signage and brand placement throughout the reception area, venue, and online platforms. Your partnership will be recognized as a central feature of the evening’s celebration., Thank you to our sponsor!, Mandell, Boisclair & Mandell, Ltd., Dean’s Presenting Partner: $15,000, Join RWU Law leadership as a Dean’s Presenting Partner, receiving eight event tickets and high-impact branding behind the podium, throughout the event venue, on the event website, and across digital displays. This elite sponsorship level ensures your organization is recognized as a leading supporter of RWU Law’s mission and programs., Signature Partners: $10,000, As a Signature Partner, your firm will receive six event tickets and strong brand visibility through static signage, online recognition, and inclusion in all event communications. This level is especially meaningful for firms with RWU Law alumni, demonstrating continued commitment to the next generation of legal professionals., Thank you to our sponsors!, Marasco & Nesselbush, Robinson & Cole, Champions Partner: $5,000, Show your support as a Champions Partner with four event tickets and logo placement on static signage displayed throughout the venue. Your partnership highlights your dedication to advancing justice and community impact through experiential legal education., Thank you to our sponsors!, Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C., DeLuca & Associates, Marc DeSisto, Esq., Jones Kelleher, Rob Levine & Associates, The Smith-Kushmerick Family Fund, Supporting Partner: $2,500, Supporting Partners receive two event tickets and logo placement on venue signage, gaining valuable visibility while contributing to RWU Law’s ongoing efforts to expand access to justice and experiential learning opportunities., Thank you to our sponsors!, CDLP Law, Day Pitney LLP, Hamel Waxler Allen & Collins, Higgins Cavanagh & Cooney, Hinckley Allen, Keches Law Group, Partridge Snow & Hahn LLP, Savage Law Partners, Associate Justice Brian P. Stern & Mrs. Jennifer Stern, Sponsor Contact, | Chris Sienko | Assistant Vice President, Institutional Advancement, RWU Law | csienko@rwu.edu, Thank you, for your support in making, Champions for Justice 2025, a success! , The Impact, Champions for Justice is quickly becoming a hallmark of the Rhode Island legal landscape, and we are proud to count so many as friends and supporters of the Law School. Proceeds from the evening benefit the many social justice programs within RWU Law:, Alternative Spring Break, Institute for Race and the Law, Pro Bono Collaborative, Public Interest Clinical Externships, Public Interest Summer Stipends, RWU Law Clinics
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  • For questions about financial aid, please contact:, Kathryn Politano, Senior Assistant Director of Financial Aid, Counselor for Law Students with Last Name A-R kpolitano@rwu.edu 401-254-4641 or, Shannon Carroll, Senior Associate Director of Financial Aid, Counselor for Law Students with Last Name S-Z shcarroll@rwu.edu 401-254-3696
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  • In September 2023, Lauren Lopes joined the Business Affairs Office. Before her time at the Law School, she worked in the software industry, collaborating with non-profit associations. She's a proud graduate of Johnson & Wales University with a degree in Management. Outside of work, Lauren loves soaking up quality time with her family and hitting the water for some sailing adventures.
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  • Dr. Sagna brings a deep interdisciplinary foundation in education, leadership, and social justice, holding a Ph.D. in Education with a specialization in Social Justice, Leadership, and Adult & Higher Education. She also earned a master’s degree in Adult Education with concentrations in program development, evaluation, and leadership from the University of Rhode Island. Her academic training…
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  • Nina Neary joined the Office of Career Development in June of 2023. She graduated from RWU Law in May of 2022 and worked as the Assistant Director of Human Resources for a municipality before returning to the law school. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Art History from the University of Rhode Island in 2018.
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  • The , University of Rhode Island Office of Strategic Initiatives, , in partnership with the URI Schmidt Center for Labor Relations and Human Resources, is excited to welcome you to register for URI's , 38th Annual Labor and Employment Law Conference, , hosted by the Roger Williams University School of Law. The conference—designed to benefit leaders from both private and public employers, unions and labor organizations, non-profit organizations, community-based organizations, academic institutions, and government agencies—convenes professionals to network and discuss legislative trends, research findings, best practices, and emerging issues.…, FEATURED FIRESIDE CHAT, Rosemary Pye Rosemary Pye’s professional career has been as a neutral in labor law. Currently, she is an arbitrator and mediator in the D.C. metro area and in New England. She is a member of the National Academy of Arbitrators (NAA) and a Fellow of the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers. Prior to becoming an arbitrator and mediator in 2013, she had a 38-year career with the National Labor…, The conference is open to the public and will benefit anyone working in the labor and employment fields. This program is eligible for MCLE and SHRM-CP and SCP PDC credits., REGISTRATION, Register Here - Labor and Employment Law Conference - March 27, Space is limited to 190 attendees. Early-bird tickets will be , available until February 27 at a discounted rate of $200 per person. , After that date, the ticket fee will increase to $250 per person. A student rate of $60 is available to graduate and law students, and a discounted registration fee of $75 is available for URI faculty and staff. URI alumni may enjoy the discounted early bird rate until the close of registration. Students, faculty, staff members, and alums who are interested in registering at the discounted rate…, SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS, Persons who, because of a special need or condition, would like to request an accommodation for an event should contact the Office of the Dean - Programs & Initiatives, as soon as possible, but no later than 72 hours before the event, so that appropriate arrangements can be made.  lawevents@rwu.edu
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