General Information, Roger Williams University School of Law (“RWU Law”) is committed to affording its graduates a wide range of career choices and making public interest law practice a more financially feasible choice. RWU Law, through the generosity of Roger Williams University and donors Jack and Sara McConnell, demonstrated that commitment, in 2008, by establishing this Public Interest Loan Repayment Assistance…, Qualifying Employment , The applicant must be providing legal services on a full-time (at least 32 hours per week) or part-time (at least 20 hours per week) compensated basis in a public interest setting such as described below. Qualifying employment is limited to core public interest jobs which provide legal services for or under the direction of a governmental unit or an organization described in Internal Revenue…, Loan Status Eligibility Requirement , Students may apply for the PILRAP loan if they are in repayment AND in a qualified Income-Based Repayment (IBR) Plan or if they intend on starting their loan repayment within three months of the application date. A graduate must be in repayment before PILRAP loans may be distributed and must remain in repayment throughout the term of the graduate’s PILRAP loan. Graduates must be making…, Timeline, Due Date- December 8th Award Notification- TBD, Application Process , A graduate must apply for PILRAP within five years after the graduate’s date of graduation. The application will not be considered complete unless accompanied by all required documentation specified on the application form. Submit applications no later than December 8th using our secure portal. The completed application: 1) an application, 2) an employment verification form signed by the…, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program is available through the federal government to those borrowers making qualifying payments in a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying public service employer. After 120 qualifying monthly payments, the remaining balance is forgiven with no taxable income implications. Only the loan servicer (FedLoan Servicing) can…, PILRAP Application, Submit your PILRAP application and supporting documents via our Secure Portal If you have any questions about the program or your eligibility, please email Laurie Barron at lbarron@rwu.edu or Kate Politano at kpolitano@rwu.edu .
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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…, Thank you to our sponsor!, Chisholm, Chisholm & Kilpatrick, 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!, ACS Industrices, Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C., Marc DeSisto, Esq., Motley Rice LLC, 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!, Barton Gilman, CDLP Law, Day Pitney LLP, DeLuca, Weizenbaum, Barry & Revens, Ltd., Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP, Hamel Waxler Allen & Collins, Higgins Cavanagh & Cooney, Hinckley Allen, Keches Law Group, Partridge Snow & Hahn LLP, Pierce Atwood, 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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The Northeast Association of Pre-Law Advisors (NAPLA) is hosting a 3-day conference for pre-law advisors that will include critical updates, programs for new and veteran advisors, and the opportunity to connect with law school admissions teams and exhibitors from across the pre-law advising profession. The conference will be held from, June 8-10th, 2026, in, Providence, Rhode Island, , with Tuesday sessions running at RWU School of Law . For more information and to register, please visit the NAPLA Conference website . , SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS, Persons who, because of a special need or condition, would like to request an accommodation for an event should contact RWU Law Admissions, as soon as possible, but no later than 72 hours before the event, so that appropriate arrangements can be made at kvieira@rwu.edu
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In 2012, a federal court struck down a prayer banner at Cranston High School West as an Establishment Clause violation under the Lemon test. In 2022, the Supreme Court formally abandoned the Lemon framework in Kennedy v. Bremerton School District, replacing it with a historical practices and understandings approach. Would Ahlquist be decided the same way today? This panel brings together…, Panelists, Christopher Hampson – Associate Professor, University of Florida Lynette Labinger, Esq. – Constitutional and Civil Rights Attorney Steven Green – Fred H. Paulus Professor of Law & Affiliated Professor of History and Religious Studies, Willamette University, Law Student Moderators, David Salzillo, Jr., President, RWU Law American Constitutional Society Alana Quashie, President, RWU Law Cristian Legal Society Register Here - March 23 CLE Program, Rhode Island MCLE Credit, This program is pending for one Rhode Island MCLE Credit., 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, Questions?, Contact: Alana Quashie | aquashie268@g.rwu.edu
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Documents on this page require Adobe Acrobat Reader to view. , Calendars, 2025-2026 Academic Year 2026-2027 Academic Year (draft)
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Tuition Rates, Juris Doctorate (JD), $24,292 per semester (full-time 12 to 16 credits) $48,584 per year A full-time, Juris Doctorate student is defined as a student enrolled in a JD program, 12 to 16 credits per semester (Fall and Spring). Students who are authorized to enroll in fewer than 12 credits will be charged on a per credit basis at $2,024 per credit. Students who are authorized to enroll in more than 16 credits (overload)…, Master of Studies in Law (MSL), $977 per credit, Cost of Attendance, Full-Time Cost of Attendance (COA), 2025-2026 details, including indirect costs. 2026-2027 TBD For more information, visit the Bursar's website
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This one hour online Zoom CLE program explores generational diversity as a core dimension of inclusion in legal workplaces. Age shapes communication styles, expectations about feedback, approaches to technology, attitudes toward work life boundaries, and perceptions of authority. When unexamined, these differences can create friction between experienced attorneys and the law students or newer…, Participants will gain practical tools for:, Improving communication across generational lines Intentional planning for necessary worker accommodations Using on-boarding to create an inclusive environment from the start of employment Integrating online workflows in ways that support inclusion rather than exclusion Setting expectations transparently for students and newer attorneys Creating developmentally supportive environments using…, The program is designed for supervising attorneys, partners, judges, administrators, and anyone working with law students or early career lawyers., Register - April 14 - RWU Law CLE Program, MEET THE SPEAKERS, Suzanne Harrington-Steppen, Clinical Professor of LawAssociate Director of Pro Bono Programs Roger Williams University School of Law Suzanne Harrington-Steppen Suzanne Harrington-Steppen is the Associate Director of Pro Bono Programs and the Director of Summer Public Interest Externship Program. Suzanne received a B.A. in Political Science from Boston College and a J.D. from City University of New York School of Law. Prior…, Olivia Milonas, Director, Corporate Counsel Clinical Externship Program and Government Clinical Externship Program Roger Williams University School of Law Olivia Milonas Olivia Milonas worked as an associate with Brown, Raysman, Millstein, Felder & Steiner LLP after her graduation from New York University School of Law. Olivia is currently the Director of Corporate Counsel Clinical Externship Program and…, Simone Tubman, Esq., Assistant Vice President for Institutional Diversity, Equity Compliance, and Title VI Coordinator, Providence College Simone Tubman, Esq. Simone Tubman, J.D., is the Assistant Vice President for Institutional Diversity and Equity Compliance, & Title VI and Title IX Coordinator. A proud alumna of Providence College, she earned a B.A. in Political Science and Sociology in 2014; and then went on…, MEET THE MODERATOR, Nicole P. Dyszlewski, Assistant Dean of Academic Innovation, Roger Williams University School of Law Nicole P Dyszlewski Nicole’s work centers on building a more inclusive and equitable legal system. Her areas of focus include DEIB pedagogy in law schools, mass incarceration, and access to information— topics where she brings both a lawyer’s insightful analysis and a librarian’s relentless curiosity. Nicole is the…, Rhode Island MCLE Credit, This program is pending approval for one DEI Rhode Island MCLE Credit., CLE Program Registration, $40 Registration/One RI MCLE DEI Credit $25 RWU Law Alumni $25 Non-profit/Government Complimentary RWU Law Students Complimentary RWU Law Faculty & Administration, Cancellation & Refund Policy, RWU Law CLE Program cancellations received by Tuesday, April 7, 2026 are eligible to receive a full refund less a $5 administrative fee. Cancellations received after the stated deadline will not be eligible for a refund. Cancellations are accepted via email at lawevents@rwu.edu
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