Rebecca Robichaud

Rebecca Robichaud serves as Director of Experiential Education and Pro Bono Initiatives and Clinical Assistant Professor of Law at Wayne State University Law School. Her roles include overseeing clinical programs, directing externships, and teaching courses focused on immigration law, public interest advocacy, and community legal clinics. She holds a J.D. from the University of Notre Dame Law School and a B.A. in Political Theory and Constitutional Democracy from Michigan State University’s James Madison College.

Her expertise spans immigration defense, health law compliance, and pro bono initiatives. She has represented clients globally in asylum cases, contractual disputes, and healthcare regulations. Robichaud’s career includes founding a law firm, leading non-profits, and serving as a judicial clerk. She actively contributes to legal education through curriculum development and clinical supervision.

Her research interests center on immigration policy, legal ethics in healthcare, and access to justice. She has authored articles addressing immigration court procedures, HIPAA compliance, and disaster planning in healthcare systems. Robichaud’s civic involvement includes roles on Detroit’s Citizens District Council and board memberships in organizations focused on immigrant rights and youth mentoring.