When you enroll in the Roger Williams University School of Law, you'll be joining a dynamic institution that has a genuine presence in the legal community. Fully accredited by the American Bar Association, the Law School offers you a cutting-edge legal education that's noted for its small class sizes, quality faculty, strong emphasis on practical experience, and a sense of community.
At the Law School, learning to become a lawyer is a shared enterprise between students, faculty, deans, and staff in an environment that is rigorous and demanding, yet cooperative rather than competitive.
You'll be mentored by a faculty that consists of experienced legal scholars and practitioners - former prosecutors, litigators, judges, and public defenders. Our world-class faculty has established an impressive record of research and publications, as evidenced by the large number of groundbreaking articles published in the most prestigious law reviews and journals in the nation. Faculty members are also fully integrated into the regional legal system; whether serving on study commissions, testifying at legislative hearings or appearing in pro bono legal proceedings
Since it's the only law school in Rhode Island, the School also serves as the state's Law Center. You'll interact with judges, politicians, and public and private sector attorneys on a regular basis, giving you a head start on the networking opportunities that will ensure you'll have a successful and fulfilling legal career.