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(Sung to the tune of Seasons of Love , from the musical Rent) Two hundred twenty-nine thousand five hundred minutes*, Two hundred twenty-nine thousand minutes of law, Two hundred twenty-nine thousand five hundred minutes How do you measure Measure JDs? In writing? In studying? In late nights With coffee? In clinics, in PR, in journals, in court? Two hundred twenty-nine thousand five hundred…
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The Roger Williams University School of Law Class of 2026 Commencement Exercises will be held on Friday, May 15, 2026. We invite law school graduates and their guests to visit the Roger Williams University commencement webpage for the most up to date information on the 2026 Commencement Ceremony and related events. The website was built to be a one-stop information center for all graduates and…, Please be sure to share the website with your loved ones!, , Individual School Ceremonies - Wave 2: School of Law, 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. Main Athletic Field behind the Campus Recreation Center (Livestreamed)* Law Students should arrive at Roger's Cafe - School of Law at 1:00 p.m. for processional lineup. *This school ceremony will not include a tent; however, the ceremony will be livestreamed to ensure guests can participate in the event of inclement weather or if they are unable to attend in person. LIVESTREAM…
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BRISTOL, R.I. –, On May 15, the law school celebrated the Class of 2026 with remarks centered on service, mentorship, and community. Commencement speaker Judge Montecalvo encouraged graduates to use their legal skills, and compassion, to strengthen communities and support one another. The day began with a procession from the School of Law Building to Paolino Field, led by The Rhode Island Highlanders Pipe Band.…, Trustee Reflects on her RWU Law Graduation 20 Years Ago, Nicole J. Benjamin, Esq., L’06, Chair of the Board of Directors, reflected on her time at the law school. She spoke about the rewards and challenges of practicing law, including difficult cases and losses, while emphasizing the satisfaction that comes from serving clients honorably. “…Even on the most challenging of those days, you will find profound satisfaction in knowing that you have served…, Faculty and Student Honorary Distinctions, Graduating student, Caroline Stanton Chlaupek, was recognized for representing the law school’s highest ideals through academic excellence, service, and leadership. As a former U.S. Navy lieutenant commander, Caroline navigated an assault vessel successfully using traditional navigation from Hawaii to San Diego, later publishing her experience. At Roger Williams University School of Law, she…, Commencement Address, The School of Law’s Commencement speaker, and honorary degree recipient, the Honorable Lara E. Montecalvo, addressed graduates on the importance of mentorship. A judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit, and former head of the Rhode Island Public Defender’s Office, Montecalvo is known for her commitment to justice, public service, and legal education. She said that while graduates…, Valedictorian Address, Ryan John Claudino L’26, who served as an extern for Montecalvo, received the distinction of the 2026 law school valedictorian. “While today recognizes our achievement, it should also recognize the people sitting beside us. To the families, friends, mentors, spouses, and loved ones who helped carry us here. Thank you. This day belongs to you too. And to my fellow graduates, I hope that years from…
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Professor Spacone brings to his courses almost forty years of outside and inside counsel experience advising and defending for profit and non-profit corporations on a wide range of domestic and international legal issues including corporate governance and compliance, risk management and insurance, high stakes litigation and government investigations and proceedings, environmental, products…, cum laude, from the University of Buffalo Faculty of Law & Jurisprudence where he was Articles Editor of the , Buffalo Law Review, . He also holds an M.A. in history from the University of Buffalo and is B.S. from Canisius College in Buffalo, New York, from which he graduated cum laude. He is a member of the Rhode Island and New York bars, the U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island, the U.S. District Court, Western District of New York, and the U.S. Claims Court. Much of Professor Spacone’s legal background centers on…, Articles, “ The Second Circuit’s Curious Journey Through the Law of Tippee Liability for Insider Trading: Newman to Martoma ,” 24, Roger Williams University L. Rev, , (2019) "Broker-Dealer Liability: Are the Rules Pertaining to Providing Advice to Retail Customers About to Change," 64, Rhode Island Bar Journal, 13 (March/April 2016)(with Nicole M. Verdi), ", A Practical Guide to Establishing an Effective Crisis Management Plan," 9, In-House Defense Quarterly, 52 (Winter 2014), ", Implementing Practical Risk Management: A Guide for 501(c)(3) Nonprofits," 62, Rhode Island Bar Journal, 5 (March/April 2014)(with Robert I. Stolzman), ", Reducing the Risks of Outsourcing in China and Other Countries: Contracts & Beyond," 26, ACC Docket, 78 (December 2008), ", Strict Liability in the European Union-Not A United States Analog ," 5, Roger Williams Law Review, 341 (2000), ", The Emergence of Strict Liability: A Historical Perspective and Other Considerations, Including Senate 100," 8, Journal of Products Liability, 1 (1985) "A Practical Guide to Controlling Products Liability Costs," 7, Journal of Products Liability, 365 (1984) "Topless Dancing and the Constitution-A New York Town’s Experience," 25, Buffalo Law Review, 753 (1976)
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Rebecca Bermudez is a dedicated library professional that is passionate about assisting students who are navigating their academic legal journeys. Prior to Roger Williams University School of Law, Rebecca practiced and specialized in U.S. food and drug law and regulation, as well as U.S. and international laws and regulations regarding food-contact materials, in Washington, D.C. She also interned…, Articles, The State of Prison Food in New England: A Survey of Federal and State Policy ,, Vt. L. & Grad. Sch. Ctr. for Agric. & Food Sys. & Fine Farm to Inst. New Eng., (Apr. 2023), with Laurie Beyranevand et al.
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