The RWU Law Stonewall Lecture welcomes Congressman David Cicilline. Please indicate any special assistance needed to attend the event. RSVP | lawevents@rwu.edu
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One thing that divorce law, estate planning law, corporate law, and international law all have in common is taxes. Knowing how to start a tax law research project can be helpful in a number of law school classes and legal specialties. And surprise, it can almost be fun! Here are some recommendations for those interested in starting to improve their tax law research skills:, Thomson Reuters Checkpoint, (available on our Digital Resources Page ) is one tax-specific database to check out. For some basic information on how to begin to use this service, use the Help feature which also offers the option for online training., Bloomberg BNA Tax Practice Center, (available through our Digital Resources Page ) is another database to check out. It provides a variety of resources for tax law practitioners. In particular, check out the, Daily Tax Report, in the “News & Journals” section to keep updated on tax current events., Lexis Advance Tax , can be found by signing into Lexis Advance and then choosing Lexis Advance Tax from the black and while tiled icon on the upper left side of the platform. Once you are there, you can change the content by selecting the Practice Area menu. If you have any questions about tax law research, stop by the Reference Desk or email us at lawlibraryhelp@rwu.edu . Don’t worry, researching taxes is way…
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Our Office Hours, We are available for Walk-Ins & Appointments Monday thru Friday. The SOL Office of Diversity & Outreach is located in the Dean’s Suite (106), on the first floor of the Law School., The Diversity & Outreach Team, Safietou "Safie" Sagna, Director of Diversity & Outreach 401-254-4522 ssagna@rwu.edu, Olivia Darveau, Administrative Assistant 401-254-5303 odarveau@rwu.edu, FAQs, Learn more about our programs here .
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Our Virtual Office Hours, If you would like to speak to or set up a meeting with a counselor, please contact them directly by phone or email. Jodi Haley Interim Director of Career Development 401-254-4651 jhaley@rwu.edu Christopher Gerlica Assistant Director for Career Development 401-254-4599 cgerlica@rwu.edu Schedule An Appointment, FAQs, How can I speak to someone in Law Career Development?, You can log into Zoom during virtual office hours and a member of our staff will be on hand to assist you. At all other times, simply refer to the "Our Staff" listing above, and call or email us., How has the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic affected on-campus interviews, Career Development programming, and Symplicity assistance?, All Career Development programming will be done via Zoom. Events will be announced via email as well as listed on Symplicity. Mock interviews and resume/cover letter reviews will be held via Zoom and can be requested by emailing the Office of Career Development staff here. We are working with employers regarding on-campus interviews, in order to accommodate their needs and the needs of our…, Where can I learn about RWU Law's commitment to diversity?, Learn about our commitment to diversity here .
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Contact Us, The Office of Programs & Events may be contacted via lawevents@rwu.edu or 401.254.4659., 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 lawevents@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 lawevents@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 both Chelsie Horne, chorne@rwu.edu , and Jane Govednik, Jane Govednik ., 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 & Events 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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Our Staff, Douglas Peterson Registrar & Director of Student Finance and Records (401) 254-4660 dpeterson@rwu.edu Ann Marie Thompson Associate Director of Student Finance and Records (401) 254-4682 athompson@rwu.edu Karen Moniz Academic & Business Services Coordinator (401) 254-4657 kmoniz@rwu.edu Tina Ramella Student Services Systems Coordinator (401) 254-4656 cramella@rwu.edu, FAQs, What Bursar Services does Student Finance and Records provide?, The following Bursar Services are provided by Student Finance and Records:, Issue Billing Statements Processing of payments to student accounts Collection of delinquent accounts Refunding overpaid accounts accordingly, Please contact Karen Moniz (kmoniz@rwu.edu) if you have questions about any of these services., How can I have my student refund deposited to my bank account?, Direct deposit is the fastest, simplest way to get your student refund. To enroll in direct deposit follow these instructions: 1. Log in to RogerCENTRAL , enter your user name and password 2. On Self-Service Menu, click Employee, Banking Information 3. Click "Add an Account" in the upper right hand corner 4. Follow instructions for completion , (Please note:your debit card number is not your account number), Questions regarding your refund should be directed to Karen Moniz (kmoniz@rwu.edu). Questions regarding RogerCENTRAL shoud be directed to the Mediatech Helpdesk at (401) 254-3157 or mediatech@rwu.edu., What is the cost of Tuition and Fees for the 2022/2023 Academic School Year?, New Incoming Class Fall 2022, $21,557.50/semester for 12-18 credits ($43,115 for fall and spring tuition) Students enrolling in fewer than 12 credits will be charged on a per credit basis at $1,437 per credit., Master of Studies in Law Degree (MSL), $977 per credit, Fees (2022-2023), Student Fees: $1,1600/year Parking Permit : $195/year RWU Student Health Insurance: $2,470/year , What is Tuition Insurance?, Protect the investment you’ve made in higher education. We believe it’s important to offer an easy, affordable way to protect the investment you have made in higher education. That’s why RWU has negotiated with GradGuard™ to provide you with tuition insurance by Allianz Global Assistance featuring special plans and rates not available to the general public. This coverage expands the scope of our…, Is Health Insurance available for Law Students?, Roger Williams University requires all law students (JD and MSL) to have adequate health insurance coverage. Roger Williams University has partnered with University Health Plans to offer a comprehensive Student Health Insurance Plan for our students. All School of Law students (JD & MSL) are automatically enrolled in and billed for the University's Student Health Insurance Plan. Students who…, 2022-2023 Plan Information:, Coverage Period: August 14, 2022 – August 13, 2023 Annual premium: $2,470 Deadline to waive coverage: August 21, 2022 All students are required to complete an online enrollment or waiver form by August 21, 2022. Students who do not complete an online waiver will be automatically enrolled in and billed for the University’s Student Health Insurance Plan. For detailed information about the…, How can I obtain a copy of my class schedule?, You are able to obtain a copy of your class schedule on RogerCentral Any questions or issues should be directed to Tina Ramella (cramella@rwu.edu)., What Veterans Benefits does RWU Law accept?, Questions pertaining to Veterans Benefits should be directed to Doug Peterson at dpeterson@rwu.edu or 401-254-4660., How can I request an Enrollment Verification?, Please contact Tina Ramella (cramella@rwu.edu) to obtain an Enrollment Verification., How can I update my chosen name?, Roger Williams University recognizes that some current members of the campus community may prefer to identify themselves by a first name other than their legal first name. For this reason, the University provides students and employees with an opportunity to use a “Chosen Name” where possible in the course of University business and education. Under Roger Williams University’s Chosen Name Policy…, How can I order a Transcript?, Roger Williams University School of Law has partnered with Parchment Exchange to deliver a more efficient online ordering service. This process offers the expediency of online credit card payment. Email notifications will be sent throughout each step of the process as orders are fulfilled. Current Students can order Electronic (eTranscripts) and Official Paper Transcripts at this link .…
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Our Virtual Office Hours, Please email Laurie Barron for assistance., Our Staff, Laurie Barron, J.D., M.S.W. Director, Feinstein Center for Pro Bono & Experiential Education lbarron@rwu.edu Eliza Vorenberg, J.D Director of Pro Bono & Community Partnerships evorenberg@rwu.edu Suzy Harrington-Steppen, J.D. Associate Director of Pro Bono Programs sharrington-steppen@rwu.edu, About the Feinstein Center, The Feinstein Center for Pro Bono & Experiential Education is the hub for public interest and experiential education here at RWU Law. We are your source for information regarding: RWU Law’s in-house Clinics and Clinical Externship Programs; the 50-Hour Pro Bono Experiential Learning Requirement; the Pro Bono Collaborative; Alternative Spring Break; and all things public interest! More…
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Our Office Hours, We are available during the following hours, :, Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Our Staff, Shirley Staskiewicz Administrative Assistant (401) 254-4661 sstaskiewicz@rwu.edu Briana Verissimo Administrative Assistant (401) 254-4625 bverissimo@rwu.edu, About Us, Our faculty’s impressive credentials, academic accomplishments and deep connections throughout the legal field are harnessed into a collective force that provides the most cutting-edge legal education available. At RWU Law, our faculty offer the best of both worlds – our professors are top-rated by The Princeton Review and our adjunct faculty include top-notch practicing justices, judges and…, New York Times, , the , Wall Street Journal, , the , Washington Post, , , USA Today, , the , Chicago Tribune, , the , Boston Globe, , the , Providence Journal, and virtually every other major news outlet in the United States – from CNN to NPR. They've testified before Congress, argued before the U.S. Supreme Court, practiced with top law firms and respected nonprofit organizations, represented detainees at Guantanamo, served in the United Nations and the Armed Forces, and held leadership positions in such organizations as the American Bar Association…, Frequently Asked Questions:, I forgot to sign the attendance sheet for class today. Who should I talk to? Please contact your professor for that class as soon as possible to update their attendance records. Can I make an appointment with my professor? Each professor keeps their own calendar. Please contact your professor directly. Can I View my paper from a previous semester? Please contact the professor directly to view…
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We're here to assist you. Read on:, Our Virtual Office Hours, We are available five days a week through the scheduling links below beneath our emails or by sending us an email., The Academic Success Professionals, Professor Kathryn Thompson Director of Academic Success 401 254-4568 kthompson@rwu.edu Make an Appointment Dr. Justin Kishbaugh Associate Director of Academic Success & Professor of Writing 401 254-4616 jkishbaugh@rwu.edu , FAQs, When should I contact you for assistance?, As early and as often as you’d like. We want to meet you and get to know you. Through the relationships that we build with you, we can provide the right support at the right time. We do get busy, so be sure to plan ahead. We also have wonderful Academic Success Teaching Fellows and Writing TAs who are available to help., Do I need to have something written to meet with the writing specialist or the Writing TAs? , No. In fact, the earlier you come the better. Coming up with a plan and outline together is an effective way to ensure that the efforts you put into your writing are spent well and achieve the best results., What single piece of advice would you give someone who wanted to do well in law school?, Plan ahead. Be proactive. If you need work on time management, set up an appointment with Professor Thompson and she will help you set up a schedule and identify planning tools that work for you. Preparation is key and the academic success professors can help you prepare for classes and exams and help with your writing in Legal Practice. Planning ahead for all of these things is key. The sooner…, Is taking care of myself emotionally and physically as important as keeping up with my studies?, Yes, emotional and psychological well-being are important aspects of your ability to learn and engage in law school. We know that making time for self-care or knowing how to appropriately administer self-care can be challenging, and that’s why we are here to help you. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you want or need to discuss any of these issues. We can direct you to the proper resources…
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Collin Bailey, is the corporate Vice President of the Technology Business Office at The Hudson Bay Company, Saks Fifth Avenue and Saks Off Fifth companies (HBC/Saks) where he is accountable for: tracking and reporting on the Technology Organization’s annual CAPEX and OPEX budgets; leading the Technology Procurement Team in negotiating Technology deals as well as managing purchasing systems #P2P;…
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