The Rutgers Institute for Information Policy and Law (RIIPL) and Free Press hosted a panel with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Commissioner Anna Gomez about threats to free speech in the U.S. and New Jersey.
Rutgers Law School
Rutgers Law School–Camden offers a world-class faculty; a curriculum of exceptional breadth and depth in theory, practice and interdisciplinary studies; immediate access to Philadelphia, one of the country’s largest legal markets (as well as New York, Delaware, and Washington, D.C.); a robust alumni network with over 23,000 members; and a strong tradition of diversity and social impact.
At a Glance
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6-Minute
Walk to the New Jersey Superior Court
2-Minute
Walk to the U.S. District Court of New Jersey
7-Minute
Train or Car Ride to Philadelphia
23,000
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Alumni Network
Why Rutgers Law School
On our tight-knit campus, you'll find supportive learning environments, experience rigorous training, and cultivate relationships with great legal minds to help you grow into your role as a lawyer — at a cost that's half that of other law schools in our region.
Tackle Real-World Challenges
Rutgers Law School is committed to providing students with real-world knowledge while offering much needed legal assistance to the broader community. Whether it's helping clients through pro bono service work, earning credit at one of our award-winning clinics, or taking part in a field placement or judicial externship, at Rutgers Law School, you’ll gain meaningful experience and start building a professional network long before graduation.
Discover Rutgers Law School
Sarah E. Ricks, distinguished clinical professor of law, earned a nationally competitive grant to further her legal research, which will appear in the UCLA Law Review next year.
Camden native and Rutgers–Camden alumnus is beginning law school—in Camden. A lifelong resident, he chose Rutgers University–Camden for his undergraduate education in large part because of its location.
Other Important Offerings
Field Placement Program
Rutgers Law students have the opportunity to get real-world experience, learn outside of the classroom, and work closely with practicing lawyers.
Minority Service Program
The Minority Student Program is a post-admissions program that serves students of any race or ethnicity who are members of groups that are underrepresented in the legal profession.
Judicial Externships
Judicial externships are open to students who have completed the first-year curriculum and would like to gain practical experience by working with a judge on the state or federal level.
Moot Court and Mock Trial
Rutgers Law students can enhance their advocacy skills by training and competing on teams against other law schools, regionally, nationally and internationally.
Rutgers Law Associates Fellowship Program
Rutgers Law School offers recent law school graduates a one-year residency option, in which participants practice law full time under close supervision and instruction.
Pro Bono and Public Interest
Rutgers Law School is committed to providing students with meaningful pro bono opportunities that instill an ethic of service, while providing much needed legal assistance to the broader community.
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