Professor Alexandra Callam has extensive experience in environmental law, having practiced in the field for thirty-five years. Professor Callam started her law career as an Assistant Regional Counsel at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region II office in New York City, where she conducted enforcement cases under the federal Clean Air Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, and the…
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Professor Hashway teaches Legal Practice. In these foundational courses, her students learn the critical skills of research, analysis, writing, oral advocacy, and professionalism. She is also an alumna of the RWU School of Law, where she was both Valedictorian of her class and Editor-in-Chief of the Law Review. Professor Hashway served as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable Arthur N. Votolato…, Articles, How to Win Land and Influence Policy: A Practical Guide to Adverse Possession in Rhode Island, , Rhode Island Bar Journal, March/April, 2018, at 7, Clause Without Effect: Unenforceable Usury Savings Clauses, , Rhode Island Bar Journal, November/December 2014, at 5, Cold War Cancer: Texas Instruments and the Energy Employees Compensation Program, , Rhode Island Bar Journal, September/October 2013, at 23, Litigation Loansharks: A History of Litigation Lending and a Proposal to Bring Litigation Advances Within the Protection of Usury Laws, , 17 Roger Williams University Law Review 750 (2012), Litigation Financing: Preying on Plaintiffs, , Rhode Island Bar Journal, March/April 2011, at 5 (with John Barylick)
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According to the 2020 Roundup Of Cybersecurity Forecasts and Market Estimates , “[c]ybersecurity now dominates the priorities of every organization as each adapts to a post-COVID 19 world.” According to that same report, the global cybersecurity market is currently worth $173 billion. Cybersecurity is not just a tech thing. Instead, it is a growing area of practice for many lawyers. According to…
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Register and Join Here! A Panel Discussion on policing in communities of color hosted by the Greater Providence RI Chapter of The Links, Inc.
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Register here! For this two-day, virtual conference will reinvigorate our NATHPO membership and allies. NATHPO has quietly been undergoing a metamorphosis under new leadership and the dedicated NATHPO Board of Directors. After two long years without a conference due to unforeseeable events, we come together, safely, once again. Prepare to be inspired as we celebrate the NEW NATHPO and its…
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As we head back to school for the new year, the Legal Beagle returns with more introductions (or re-introductions) of the talented law library staff. This week, the beagle introduces you to Kathleen MacAndrew. , What is your title?, Cataloging, Metadata, and Archives Librarian, Can you explain to our readers what you do using non-librarian terms?, I organize the library’s materials in our collection. I make it easy for people to find what they are looking for in the stacks or on the computer., The Beagle explains "Kathleen makes this sound way simpler than it is. There’s serious analytical thinking that goes into the job, to determine appropriate subject headings and much more. Kathleen also adds tables of contents for books, making it easier for you to find book chapters that may be relevant!", What are the Archives mentioned in your job title? , It’s a collection of the law school’s history in one place. , Some of the Beagle's favorite things found in the archives – the invitation to the first Women In Robes event, DVD recordings of selected events, and previous Commencement programs., What is your favorite reading genre?, Mystery and historical fiction, What part of your job is most satisfying?, Creating records for library materials that contain information that will be helpful to users of the library’s web catalog., What is the coolest item you’ve handled and/or the most interesting question you’ve ever answered at RWU Law? , The bookcase once owned by one of the first black attorneys in Rhode Island that was donated by a local attorney to the law school as an inspiration to black students attending law school., I’ve heard that you joined the library during its first few years. What’s the most profound positive change you’ve seen in the library since you joined it?, A more effective commitment to helping the law students in their preparations to practice the law., Name something you dislike, but everyone else seems to love., Memes. I just don’t get them., Thanks Kathleen for taking time from your busy schedule to chat with the Beagle.
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The Aftermath of Insurrection, The Aftermath of Insurrection: Reflections from RWU Faculty, Featuring:, Kamille Gentles-Peart, Ph.D., , Associate Professor of Communication and Media Studies - , White Supremacy and Narrative Surrounding the Capitol Insurrection, Carl T. Bogus, , Professor of Law - , Insurrection: What the Founders Thought. What Lawyers Should Think, Jared A. Goldstein, , Professor of Law and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, - How 'Defending the Constitution' Became a Rallying Cry Among the Insurrectionists, Register Here
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Join us on Wednesday, February 24, 2021, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Register Here! for, everything, you need to know about RWU Law’s Clinics, Clinical Externship Programs, and the Clinical Guarantee. Clinics: Business Start-up Clinic Criminal Defense Clinic Immigration Clinic Veterans Disability Appeals Field Clinic Clinical Externship Programs: Corporate Counsel Clinical Externship Program (Fall, Spring) Environmental & Land Use Clinical Externship Program (Spring Only) Judicial Clinical…, (All externships have a full-time option. The NY Pro Bono Scholars and Washington D.C. programs are both full-time only)
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If you look in Dictionary.com , you will see that the phrase “Roger That” dates back to the days of early radio communications meaning that a message has been received and understood. “ Roger ” was the early spoken or "phonetic" term for "R" as it was used in the radio communications for received and understood. Library staff frequently receive questions which only require a quick explanation to…, Roger That: research instruction in about a minute, video series! So far these are the topics covered: Introduction to the Law Library Website Study Aid Guides: How They Can Help You! What is Single Sign-On? How to Use Digital Resources @ RWU Law The Library wants you to have the tools you need so that your research and study time goes smoothly. More topics are planned, but if you have suggestions for additional topics, email us at…
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