Students considering using their law degree to jumpstart a career in policy get the rare opportunity to interact with elected officials, legislative lawyers, lobbyists, legislative drafters, and local officials charged with implementing newly enacted housing laws. Taught by a seasoned Property Law professor, this clinic also encourages students to make deep connections between their 1L coursework…, This four-credit legislative advocacy clinic immerses students in the heart of housing policy while providing hands-on experience in legislative advocacy. Students develop crucial skills in coalition building, policy research, persuasive writing, and public speaking, all while working on real-world legislative campaigns to address the affordable housing crisis in Rhode Island.
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What we do, The Clinic handles transactional and business law matters. Depending on client need, student availability, timing, and supervisory approval, the Clinic may assist with: business and nonprofit formation; governance documents, bylaws, operating agreements, resolutions, and board policies; contract review, drafting, and negotiation support; regulatory compliance and practical risk assessment;…, Who We Serve, The Clinic generally serves clients in Rhode Island and nearby communities who need transactional legal help and cannot reasonably afford private legal services. The Clinic may consider other matters when they fit the Clinic’s mission, student learning goals, and supervisory capacity., What We Do Not Do, The Clinic does not handle litigation, criminal defense, immigration matters, family law matters, tax return preparation, patent prosecution, or matters requiring emergency legal action. The Clinic also cannot guarantee that it will be able to respond before a deadline or accept every matter submitted for review.
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9:00 a.m. Breakfast Reception 9:30 a.m. Program John Joseph Moakley United States Courthouse Jury Assembly Hall One Courthouse Way Boston, Massachusetts Twenty-Five years after the September 11th attacks,, The Institute for Race and the Law at Roger Williams University School of Law, in proud partnership with the, South Asian Bar Association of Greater Boston, and the, Boston Bar Association, , invites you to the John Joseph Moakley United States Courthouse for a morning of Remembrance, Reflection and Community. Breakfast reception will begin at 9:00 a.m. and program will begin at 9:30 a.m. As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, this event will be an opportunity to pause and reflect on a moment nation's history during which the story of race in America was shifting…, Professor Shoba Sivaprasad Wadhia, , who currently serves as the Samuel Weiss Faculty Scholar and Director of the Center for Immigrants' Rights Clinic at Penn State Dickinson Law. She has long been an influential voice in national immigration law and policy. From 2023-2024, Professor Wadhia served as the Officer of Civil Rights and Civil Liberties for the Department of Homeland Security, and received the Outstanding Service Medal…, PARTNERS, Boston Bar Association, Boston Bar Association, South Asian Bar Association of Greater Boston, South Asian Bar Association of Greater Boston, SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS, Persons who, because of a special need or condition, would like to request an accommodation for this event should contact The Institute for Race and the Law at RWU Law, Natasha Varyani, nvaryani@rwu.edu, as soon as possible, but no later than 72 business hours before the event, so that appropriate arrangements may be made. Questions | Natasha Varyani | nvaryani@rwu.edu
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Every four years, Women's Fund Rhode Island and the League of Women Voters host a debate for candidates running for Governor. Listen to top candidates for Governor as they share their vision for Rhode Island, particularly as it relates to health, economic security, and civic engagement of Rhode Island residents. Community groups looking to influence policy on the above topics or register voters…, SPONSORS, League of Women Voters Ocean State Media Women's Fund Rhode Island Roger Williams University School of Law, SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS, Persons who, because of a special need or condition, would like to request an accommodation for an event should contact Chelsie Horne, chorne@rwu.edu, as soon as possible, but no later than 72 hours before the event, so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
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The Roger Williams University School of Law announces its annual Supreme Court of the United States Bar Admission alumni swearing-in ceremony on an argument day. Supreme Court of the United States Supreme Court of the United States One First Street, NE Washington, DC Dean Gregory W. Bowman will invite the candidates for admission to join them for breakfast the morning of the swearing-in ceremony…, SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS, Persons who, because of a special need or condition, would like to request an accommodation for an event should contact Office of Program & Initiatives, Chelsie Horne, chorne@rwu.edu, as soon as possible, but no later than 72 hours before the event, so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
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Today, RWU Law’s Alternative Spring Break is a robust and popular program placing students in local, regional, national agencies and non-profit organizations to provide pro bono legal service during spring break. Through ASB, more than 80 RWU Law students are placed in more than 30 placements for an immersive week of pro bono legal service. The program focuses on areas of the law where clients…, Project Name, Placement Location , Area of Law, Bronx Defenders, Civil Action Bronx, NY Indigent Criminal Defense, Family Defense and Immigration Bronx District Attorney Bronx, NY Prosecution Brooklyn Defender Services Brooklyn, NY Criminal Defense Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Denver Denver, CO Immigration Law Center for Indigenous Peoples Rights Cranston, RI Indian Law Center for Mediation and Collaboration RI Warwick, RI Mediation/…, Want to learn more?, We hold an Info Session in early October each year. We announce the placements for the year around December and begin accepting applications in January. Keep an eye on your email for ASB announcements or stop by the Feinstein Center anytime for more information.
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The commercial-free, hourlong debate will be moderated by Tim White and Ted Nesi. There is no strict format. As with all 12 News debates, we strive for an open and honest discussion of the issues. Tim and Ted write all questions, none of which are shared with the candidates in advance. Each candidate will give a one-minute closing statement, the order of which will be drawn ahead of the event. No…, SPONSOR, AARP, SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS, Persons who, because of a special need or condition, would like to request an accommodation for an event should contact Chelsie Horne, Director, Office of Programs & Initiatives, chorne@rwu.edu, as soon as possible, but no later than 72 hours before the event, so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
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