Roger Williams University School of Law

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3.8(19 Google reviews)

10 Metacom Ave, Bristol, RI 02809, United States

Information last updated October 9, 2026

Practice Areas

Immigration Business Law Civil Litigation Criminal Defense

About Roger Williams University School of Law

Roger Williams University School of Law (RWU Law) is Rhode Island's only law school, recognized for its commitment to social justice and experiential learning. The institution aims to prepare students for success in both public and private sectors while promoting social justice and the rule of law through teaching, learning, and scholarship. RWU Law emphasizes pro bono service, offering students guided opportunities to provide legal assistance to unrepresented individuals and organizations.

The school is noted for its faculty accessibility and quality of teaching, as well as its affordability, being the most affordable private, ABA-accredited law school in the Northeast. RWU Law offers a Juris Doctor (JD) and a Master of Studies in Law (MSL), alongside joint degree programs in areas such as Marine Affairs, Criminal Justice, Cyber Security, Preservation Practices, and Labor Relations & Human Resources.

Through various clinics, students gain practical experience by providing legal services. These include transactional legal services for non-profit organizations and community-based businesses, representation for defendants in criminal cases, assistance to non-citizens in immigration proceedings, and support for military veterans pursuing disability benefits. The Marine Affairs Institute further prepares students for careers in ocean and coastal law and policy.

Awards include being ranked #11 on National Jurist's 2026 list of top law schools for social justice and #11 by U.S. News & World Report for most graduates in public interest in 2025. The school is also recognized as a Top School for Environmental Law by preLaw Magazine.

From the firm’s website

Attorneys: Gregory Bowman — Dean
Natasha Varyani — Professor
Louise Ellen Teitz — Professor
Nicole P. Dyszlewski — Professor and Assistant Dean for Curricular Innovation
Michael Donnelly-Boylen — Associate Dean of Enrollment and Strategic Initiatives
Services listed: Business Law, Criminal Defense, Veterans Disability Appeals, Ocean and Coastal Law and Policy, Environmental Law and Policy
Offices: 10 Metacom Avenue, Bristol, RI 02809
Awards & recognition: #13 Faculty Accessibility & Quality of Teaching Data from The Princeton Review
RIAJ Citizen of the Year

Source: law.rwu.edu · checked October 9, 2026. Lawyers Near Me hasn’t independently verified these details.

Hours of Operation

Monday: 7:30 am–11 pm
Tuesday: 7:30 am–11 pm
Wednesday: 7:30 am–11 pm
Thursday: 7:30 am–11 pm
Friday: 7:30 am–6 pm
Saturday: 9 am–6 pm
Sunday: 9 am–11 pm

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Highlights

LGBTQ+ friendly

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible car parkWheelchair-accessible entrance

Roger Williams University School of Law — Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Roger Williams University School of Law located?+

Roger Williams University School of Law is located at 10 Metacom Ave, Bristol, RI 02809, United States. Use the "Get Directions" link on this page to navigate there.

What kind of cases does Roger Williams University School of Law handle?+

Roger Williams University School of Law handles Immigration, Business Law, Civil Litigation, Criminal Defense. Confirm that they cover your specific legal matter during your first consultation.

How do I contact Roger Williams University School of Law?+

Call Roger Williams University School of Law at +1 401-254-4500 or visit their website. Many firms offer a free or low-cost initial consultation.

Is Roger Williams University School of Law well rated?+

Roger Williams University School of Law has a 3.8-star rating based on 19 Google reviews. Ratings are sourced from Google and shown for reference.

Client Reviews

8 reviews

Fran Smith· via Google
42% bar pass rate.
3 years ago
Chazz Coleman· via Google
Director and associate director of admissions are 1/1. Incredibly talented
7 years ago
J. M.· via Google
This school is the reason why it's impossible to find a good, competent lawyer in the state of Rhode Island.
a year ago
Shadowman· via Google
Kids from other places come to the university and when they're done they leave and trash the town
a month ago
Jimmy Smith· via Google
You can easily get As if you just get commercial outlines. Pumping out very bad lawyers but Rhode Island is full of bad attorneys anyways. The school doesn't really care if you "cheat". I told a professor about the cheating and Professor Chung who is on the honor board said "if you can get away with it okay ". I was in the minority. Never got a commercial or other outline from these groups like PAD. Just studied and got As. If you're in the honors program you're guaranteed to get high grades. You have exclusive access to classes where the average GPA is like a 3.8 while everyone takes classes that have a curve of 2.5 and 2.9 lol.
2 years ago
Jimmy Smith· via Google
It's slightly better than just learning on your own. I guess. Doesn't really prepare you for the bar exam. Now that I think about it ABA requirements make it so that bad schools are always necessary because someone literally is required to teach the material for ABA purposes. You can probably have the same odds of passing the bar by just studying solo for 3 years and submitting work once or twice a year for each class to some national assessment team. Perhaps require an internship too or something.
a year ago
Sang Hwa Lee· via Google
As a student lawyer at the Immigration Clinic of Roger Williams University School of Law (RWU Law), I had an incredibly valuable and transformative experience. The clinic not only offered me the opportunity to work on real-life immigration cases but also complemented the excellent education I received from RWU Law. The combination of classroom learning and practical training prepared me exceptionally well for real-world legal practice. The faculty members at RWU Law are truly dedicated to their students' growth and success. Their mentorship, guidance, and expertise were invaluable throughout my clinical experience. They continuously provided constructive feedback and helped me refine my skills in legal research, case preparation, client advocacy, and courtroom presentation. The Immigration Clinic itself was an outstanding platform for applying my knowledge to serve those most in need. From handling asylum applications and deportation defense to assisting with VAWA and other complex immigration matters, the experience was both challenging and rewarding. Working directly with clients and witnessing the positive impact of our efforts was genuinely motivating and reinforced my passion for public interest law. The integration of high-quality legal education at RWU Law and practical training through the Immigration Clinic made my learning experience truly exceptional. I highly recommend RWU Law and its Immigration Clinic to anyone seeking a comprehensive, hands-on legal education with a meaningful impact. Thank you!
a year ago
Nicholas Violette· via Google
I was in traffic at a standstill to go over the Mt. Hope bridge so long that Google thought I was visiting the college. How about if the bridge requires this kind of upkeep so often, build a new damn bridge.
4 months ago

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