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If there is one universal fact we all know, it is this: law school is hard. To help address the everyday needs of the RWU Law community, the law school has a Student Wellness page on the law school website highlighting resources available to students. This page contains information on how to access counseling services on campus; on how to contact the Dean of Students Office; on fitness and…
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Celebrating First Women Lawyers in Rhode Island, Join us at this special event celebrating the first sixty years (1920-1979) of women admitted to the bar in Rhode Island. RWU Law will host a cocktail reception to recognize and honor Rhode Island's First Women jurists. There will be a speaking program to honor their contributions followed by the dedication of a plaque displaying the names of these female pioneers in the law. The reception will…, Thursday, April 11, 2019, 4:00pm - 6:00pm, Roger Williams University School of Law 2nd Floor Atrium Open to the public; registration required. Sponsored by: Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C. Adler Pollock & Sheehan logo
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BRISTOL, R.I., March 10, 2017, – As part of Roger Williams University School of Law’s Alternative Spring Break program, 61 students will provide free legal services to impoverished communities in 17 locations ranging from the Bronx to Haiti. On the program’s first international trip, three RWU law students will offer know-your-rights presentations at the YWCA in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, talking to young women about domestic…
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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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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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