Eurilynne Williams

Eurilynne Williams is an Associate Professor and Interim Director of the Academic Success & Bar Preparation (ASBP) Department at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) College of Law. She leads curriculum development for critical legal skills courses and manages the R.I.S.E. Program, providing bar exam preparation resources and tutoring for graduates.

Education:

• Juris Doctor, Cum Laude – Florida A&M University College of Law, 2007
• B.A. in Legal Studies / Pre-Law – University of West Florida, 2003

Her research and professional work focus on bar exam success, pedagogical strategies for underperforming law students, and enhancing legal writing skills. She has presented at national forums including the Association of Academic Support Educators (AASE), Legal Writing Institute (LWI), and AccessLex, advocating for equity and student success in legal education.

Professor Williams is deeply committed to diversity and pipeline development, participating in the AASE Adopt-A-School initiative and local TEACH-IN events. She has received recognition such as the Outstanding Faculty Award (2022) and the Women of Distinction Honoree (2018).

• Outstanding Faculty Award from Class of 2022 – FAMU Law Student Bar Association
• Women of Distinction Honoree - Valencia College
• P.L.E.D.G.E. Fellow (2022–2023)
• AccessLex and Southern Education Foundation PLEDGE Fellowship Grant
• Lifework Leadership Development Program Graduate (2021–2022)
• Supervisory Bootcamp Participant – FAMU (2021)

She advises students on bar preparation strategies and leads workshops on the Multistate Bar Exam, Florida Essay Exam, and Multistate Performance Tests. Her administrative leadership includes directing academic support programs and securing professional development grants. She previously served as an Adjunct Professor at Seminole State College and FAMU College of Law.

Professor Williams leads the Resources for Increasing Success on Exams (R.I.S.E.) Program, a key initiative supporting graduates through the bar examination process with supplemental resources and personalized tutoring.