Rutgers Law School Receives Critical Funding to Support Clinical Programs
Camden, NJ – September 10, 2025: Rutgers Law School welcomed New Jersey Assembly Majority Leader Louis D. Greenwald to Camden on September 9 as he presented the school with $100,000 in critical funding for the school's clinical programs.
“We are tremendously grateful to Majority Leader Greenwald for his leadership in Trenton and his advocacy on behalf of the clinical programs at Rutgers Law School,” said Rutgers–Camden Chancellor Antonio D. Tillis.
“This essential funding will allow Rutgers Law to continue to provide critically needed legal assistance to individuals and families across our region who would not otherwise have access to those important services,” Tillis said.
Rutgers Law School’s comprehensive clinical program enables students to understand structural inequities and assist individuals who may have no other options for help. Students perform pro bono legal work in various settings through partnerships with legal service providers. Students can also participate in one of the school's multiple legal clinics, which allow them to provide no-cost legal support to members of the community while being supervised by law faculty.
“Rutgers University–Camden has established itself as a national leader in civic engagement. Its far-reaching partnerships across South Jersey strengthen our communities, and the pro bono legal programs at Rutgers Law School stand as a model of how The State University of New Jersey serves its residents with purpose and impact. I am proud to support these programs, which reflect the very best of Rutgers’ mission and its commitment to the people of New Jersey,” Majority Leader Greenwald said.
“I appreciate Assembly Majority Leader Greenwald's assistance in securing funding for our clinical program. This is not only an investment in our students’ legal education—it’s an investment in justice. Our clinics are where theory meets practice and where future lawyers learn that the law is a tool for equity,” Rutgers Law School Dean Johanna Bond said.
“The funding will greatly assist Rutgers Law School in its mission to 'expand access to legal education, foster academic excellence, and empower students to practice with integrity, lead with purpose, and champion justice,’” said Bond.
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About Rutgers University–Camden
Rutgers University–Camden is a hub of academic excellence and innovation, consistently ranked among the nation’s top public colleges and universities. Proudly recognized as one of the safest campuses in the region, the university is located in the “eds and meds” district of Camden, NJ—a city known for its cultural and historic attractions, vibrant arts community, renowned healthcare institutions, and headquarters of internationally recognized corporations. The campus offers a welcoming and engaging learning environment for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students. Just minutes from Center City Philadelphia—home to a thriving business district and a dynamic cultural scene—the campus also benefits from an array of transportation options for easy access in and around the city.
Home to approximately 6,000 students and more than 1,500 faculty and staff, Rutgers–Camden fosters a close-knit academic community where students enjoy the resources of a world-class research institution. Motivated scholars collaborate with world-renowned faculty, creating an environment defined by discovery and support.
As one of four chancellor-led units in the Rutgers University system, Rutgers–Camden is celebrated as a national model for civically engaged urban universities, earning the prestigious Community Engagement status from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. With its classification as an R2 research university, the campus contributes groundbreaking scholarship and creative output on a global scale.
Ranked among Washington Monthly’s "25 Best-in-Class Colleges", Rutgers University–Camden offers an exceptional environment for intellectual growth, community engagement, and personal achievement, empowering students to reach their highest potential.
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