2L Members
Salvamarie Alifonso is from Providence, Rhode Island and currently resides there. She graduated from Roger Williams University where she received her Bachelor of Science in English Literature and Legal Studies. Prior to law school, Salvamarie worked as the Executive Scheduler for the Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha. At Roger Williams University School of Law, Salvamarie is the 2L rep of the Latino Law Student Association and the Intellectual Property Law Association. During her 1L year, she participated in the Alternative Spring Break Pro Bono Program at the Center for Justice. After her 1L year, she worked as a legal intern at the RI Attorney General’s Office. Outside of law school, she enjoys spending time with her family, makeup artistry, and going to the beach.
Nicole Aprile is from Shelton, Connecticut. She graduated from Southern Connecticut State University in 2019 with a bachelor's degree in Nursing. Prior to coming to law school, Nicole worked as a registered nurse specializing in cardiovascular care. In addition to being an editorial staff member of the Roger Williams University Law Review, Nicole is a Torts Teaching Assistant for Professor Friedlander, a Property Teaching Assistant for Professor Teixeira de Sousa, and an Academic Excellence Teaching Fellow. Outside of law school, Nicole enjoys baking and spending time with friends and family.
India Awe is from South Kingstown, Rhode Island. She graduated from American University in 2022 with bachelor’s degrees in Journalism and Political Science. After her 1L year, she served as a judicial intern for the Honorable Mary S. McElroy in the United States District Court for the District of Rhode Island. In addition to being an editorial staff member on the Law Review, India is a Contracts Teaching Assistant for Professor Susan B. Heyman and a Property Teaching Assistant for Professor Monica Teixeira de Sousa. India also works with 1Ls as an Academic Excellence Teaching Fellow. Outside of law school, India is a bartender and has spent over 10 years working in the service industry. She spends her free time tending to her vegetable and herb gardens, reading, and spending time with her family.
Kayla Badstubner is from Salt Lake City, Utah. She graduated in 2024 from Brigham Young University with a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology and a minor in Global Women's Studies. During her 1L year, she participated in the Alternative Spring Break Program through the Feinstein Center for Pro Bono & Experiential Education, volunteering at Committee for Public Counsel Services in Fall River, Massachusetts. In the summer following her first year, Kayla worked as a law clerk for Brennan, Scungio & Kresge LLP in Providence, Rhode Island. In addition to being a member of Law Review, Kayla is a TA for Legal Practice this year.
Jack Burum was raised in Boise, ID. He graduated from the University of Washington in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in Political Science. He went on to conduct climate change research in Greece as a joint program with the University of Washington and Harvard’s Center for Hellenic Studies. At Roger Williams University School of Law, he is a member of the Roger Williams University Law Review. Jack spent his 1L summer studying comparative law in Japan and working with a law firm in Seoul, Korea. At MISSION Law, he researched cross-border investment and Korean startup entry into the U.S. market. In his free time, Jack tries to get out in nature as much as possible. He enjoys skiing, hiking, telling long-winded and slightly obscure jokes, and cooking for his friends and family as often as possible.
Trina Capezza is from Coventry, Rhode Island. She graduated from Johnson & Wales University in 2024 where she majored in criminal justice and minored in chemistry. At Roger Williams University School of Law, Trina is a member of the Roger Williams Law Review, the Women’s Law Society, a student worker at the law library and a BARBRI student representative. After her 1L year, Trina interned at the Rhode Island Attorney General’s Office in the Special Victims Unit. In her free time, Trina enjoys playing soccer, pickleball and taking her dog Peanut for walks.
Kelsey Carter is from Shamong, New Jersey. She completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice at Utica University, where she also played basketball. In addition to being a member of Law Review, Kelsey is a member of Moot Court and is a teaching assistant for Civil Procedure. In her free time, Kelsey enjoys going to the beach, playing pickleball, cooking, frolicking in the sun, and spending time with family.
Jessica is from Norton, Massachusetts. She graduated from UMass Amherst in 2024 where she majored in Marketing, minored in Political Science, and received a certificate in Business Analytics. After her 1L year, Jess interned at FM in their Litigation and Corporate Affairs department while also working in the admissions office here at RWU Law. In addition to being a part of the editorial staff, Jess is a Student Ambassador, a Teaching Assistant for Torts I & II, an Academic Excellence Teaching Fellow, a Street Law Student Leader, and is Vice President of the Sport and Entertainment Law Society. In her free time, Jess enjoys reading and spending time with her family and dog.
Grace is from Pittsfield, Massachusetts. She played basketball at Saint Anselm College and graduated from there in 2021 with a double major in Finance and Business and a minor in Spanish. Before attending law school, she worked in Boston, MA for an investment manager in their investment operations department. Along with being a member of Moot Court, she is also a Law Review member, Contracts Teachers Assistant and VITA Student-Leader. During her rising 2L summer, she worked as a legal intern at Guardian Life on their corporate litigation team. Outside of school, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, and going to the beach.
Aine Guyer is from Bolton, Massachusetts, and graduated summa cum laude from Roger Williams University with a B.S. in Criminal Justice and a B.A. in Psychology. In addition to Law Review, Aine is a Torts Teaching Assistant for Professor Friedlander and a TA for Professor McConnell. Aine spent her 1L summer interning at d'Oliveira & Associates. In her spare time, Aine likes to read, hang out with friends and horseback ride
Carter Hazzard is from Elkhart, Indiana and currently lives in Providence, Rhode Island. He graduated from Indiana University Bloomington in 2024 with a B.A. in International Law and Institutions. At Roger Williams University School of Law, Carter is a Criminal Law TA, a member of the Criminal Law and Family Law societies, and a Research Assistant with Professor Emily Sack. During his first year of law school, Carter participated in the alternative spring break program, volunteering at the Cherokee County Office of the District Attorney in Canton, Georgia. After his first year, Carter spent the summer as an intern with the Responsible Parent Project at Rhode Island Legal Services.
Trent Huff is from Scituate, Rhode Island. He attended the University of Rhode Island where he graduated summa cum laude in 2024 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance. In the summer following his 1L year, Trent served as a judicial intern at the United States District Court for the District of Rhode Island in the chambers of the Honorable William E. Smith. In addition to Law Review, Trent is a member of the Moot Court Board and will be a teaching assistant for Property in the spring. Outside of law school, Trent enjoys traveling, watching football, and riding motorcycles.
Greta Johnson is from Lindstrom, Minnesota. In 2022, she received a bachelor's degree in History and International Studies from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota. Prior to starting law school, she worked as a legal assistant for Wildford, Geske & Cook, P.A. in Woodbury, Minnesota. At Roger Williams University School of Law, Greta is the Treasurer of the Maritime Law Society and is a TA for Civil Procedure. During the summer following her 1L year, Greta conducted research as a Law Fellow for Rhode Island Sea Grant. Outside of law school, Greta enjoys spending time with her friends, reading, visiting the beach and going for long walks.
Justin Keyes is from Blackstone, Massachusetts. He graduated cum laude from Bryant University in 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Politics and Law and minors in Finance and Economics, and later earned his MBA in General Management, also from Bryant, in 2023. As a 2L at Roger Williams University School of Law, he is a member of the Law Review and a Teaching Assistant for Contracts. The summer following his 1L year, Justin worked as a Judicial Intern at the United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit. Upon graduation, he aspires to pursue a career in corporate law. Outside of law school, he enjoys spending time with his family, friends, and dogs, as well as playing basketball.
Gracie is from the Stonington/Westerly area. She graduated from the University of Vermont with a bachelor’s degree in early education with a licensure for teaching and a minor in psychology. After graduation, she worked as the lead legal assistant at Anderson Lamb & Associates in Burlington, Vermont. After her first year of law school, Gracie had an internship with Polito and Harrington as their Summer Law Clerk. Currently, she is a teaching assistant for Torts I and II for Professor Litman, Contracts I and II for Professor Heyman, and Legal Practice I and II for Professor McConnell. Outside of school, she enjoys spending time with family, friends, and four cats.
Stephen is from Methuen Massachusetts. He went to Undergrad at Bryant University in Smithfield RI where he studied politics and law with three minors in Management, psychology and communication. He also played on the Football team there for 4 years. After Law School, Stephen wants to do some sort of litigation whether criminal or civil. He is also a member of RWU Moot Court, Student Bar Association as a 2L representative, and is a 2L representative for the Sports and Entertainment Law Society. After his 1L year, Stephen worked as a Law Clerk for the Law Offices of Richard S. Humphrey, writing motions to dismiss OUI charges, as well as drafting civil complaints for various types of civil actions. In his free time, he likes watching football, playing video games, and hanging out with friends.
Taylor Payne graduated from Ithaca College with a B.A. in Music (Violin) and Writing. She went on to earn a Masters of Business Administration with a concentration in Entertainment and Media Management from the Ithaca College School of Business. After graduating, Taylor worked in the arts and education in development and as a fiddle player. After her first year of law school, Taylor was a judicial intern at the United States District Court for the District of Rhode Island. At Roger Williams University School of Law, Taylor is a member of the Roger Williams University Law Review and serves as treasurer of Phi Alpha Delta and 2L representative of the Black Law Student Association. Outside of law school, Taylor enjoys hiking, playing her violin and spending time with her dog, Charlie.
Kylie Rau is a Juris Doctor candidate at Roger Williams University School of Law, with a foundation in broadcast journalism and a passion for sports law and corporate litigation. With a B.A. in Journalism from the University of Maryland, Kylie brings exceptional communication skills and media experience to her legal training. She has held diverse legal roles, including her recent internship with the Rhode Island Center for Justice in Providence, Rhode Island and her position as a legal assistant in estates and trusts at Lerch, Early & Brewer in Bethesda, Maryland. Kylie is actively involved in her law school community as she is the Secretary of the Sports and Entertainment Law Society, a volunteer at the Eviction Help Desk, and a member of the LGBTQ+ Alliance. In her free time she enjoys surfing, skiing and volunteering at the Potter League for Animals!
Alex Sanchez is from Pawtucket, Rhode Island. In 2022, he graduated summa cum laude from Roger Williams University with a bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies and English Literature. Before law school, Alex worked as a paralegal for a solo practitioner who specializes in tax law and estate planning. At Roger Williams University School of Law, he is a member of the Law Review’s editorial staff. Outside of law school, Alex enjoys traveling, watching soccer, and working out.
Matthew Zeller is from Norwalk, Connecticut. In 2024, he graduated from Roger Williams University with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and minors in Legal Studies and Psychology. At Roger Williams University School of Law, he is Secretary of the Quahogs Softball Team and a member of the Criminal Law Society. During the summer following his 1L year, he interned as a Law Clerk at the law firm Bittner and Picard in Cranston, R.I. Outside of law school, he likes to sail, snowboard, and spend time with family and friends.