Neville Bedford

With experience in legal matters ranging from business contracts and licensing to visitation and support obligations, Attorney Bedford gives each client individual and personalize representation to assist in reaching the optimal outcome in every matter. Employing years of experience in combination with proven technology and a compassionate approach to dispute resolution, you will find him through a referral from a satisfied client or somewhere on the Internet where he is a virtual advisor and counselor.

• Divorce
• Family Law

• Legal Law

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Massachusetts

Since 2003

Rhode Island

Since 2003

U.S. Supreme Court

Since 2009

United States District Court - District of Rhode Island

Since 2004

Attorney

The Law Office of Neville J. Bedford

2006 - Current

Roger Williams University

J.D | Law

2000 - 2003

Honors: CALI AWARD in Trusts and Estates

Roger Williams University

B.S (2000) | BS International Business

Honors: Magna Cum Laude

The Homeless Legal Clinic Award

Rhode Island Coalition for the Homeless

2010

for legal assistance to those who are homeless

Rhode Island Bar Association

Board of Bar Delegates

2008 - Current

Sojourner House of Rhode Island

President - Board of Directors

2007 - 2016

Activities: Sojourner House, an Advocacy & Resource Center for domestic violence victims in Rhode Island. Our agency serves as a leader assisting victims of domestic violence and their children. Since 1976, we have provided a safe haven for victims to reclaim their lives. Sojourner House offers a comprehensive network of support that helps victims of domestic violence rebuild their lives, piece by piece. The rebuilding process takes place on all levels, and supports our clients' physical and emotional well-being. Our help can begin with emergency support and crisis intervention, if necessary, and can also include providing shelter, counseling, legal advocacy, and addressing any other special needs a victim might have. Additionally, the agency supports the Rhode Island community in domestic violence prevention by offering a variety of educational and awareness programs. http://www.sojournerri.org/

Same Sex Divorce

WPRI Channel 12

Special Education in Rhode Island - Seclusion and Restraint

Rhode Island Bar Association

Family Law From A to Z Training Class , NBI, Inc. , Wyndham Garden Providence

September 17, 2015

NBI Inc

Family Law From A to Z 9/17/2015 - Providence, RI Full Agenda LEGAL UPDATE - A YEAR IN REVIEW Procedural Rules for Family Law Cases Case Law Update: Family Law DOMA Repeal Application of Recent Cases and Amended Statutes to Your Cases MARRIAGE DISSOLUTION - PROCESS AND PROCEDURE Prenuptial Agreements Annulment Legal Separation Divorce Checklist of Necessary Documents Typical Case Timeline and Basic Steps to Follow Sample Pleadings and Motions: What to Use and When DISCOVERY IN DIVORCE Social Media Tips and Tricks Discovery of Electronic Communications Locating Hidden Assets Model Letters and Motions (with Sample Forms) Discovery Abuses and Remedies CHILD CUSTODY AND VISITATION RIGHTS Petition for Visitation Petition for Custody Motion for a Change of Custody or Visitation Questions of Paternity Termination of Parental Rights The Rights of Grandparents and Other Relatives UCCJEA: Uniform Child Custody and Enforcement Act Checklist of Necessary Documents and Sample Forms FINANCE 101 FOR FAMILY LAW PRACTITIONERS Valuation and Division of Assets (Real Estate, Insurance, Stock Options, Retirement Plans) Tax Ramifications of Divorce Petition for Child Support Child Support Enforcement Options Drafting Clear QDROs - Do's and Don'ts Equitable Distribution when Debts Equal or Exceed Assets Bankruptcy Checklist of Necessary Documents and Sample Forms DRAFTING ENFORCEABLE TERMS IN CONSENT ORDERS AND AGREEMENTS ETHICS Client/Lawyer Relationship Attendance at Client Conferences by Friends or Family of Client Attorneys' Fees Communication With Adverse Party Malpractice Concerns COMMON AND NOT SO COMMON FAMILY LAW ISSUES AND ANSWERS The Emotional Side of Family Law - Strategies for Working With Families and Children Domestic Violence and How to Handle it When it's Part of Your Case Rights of Unmarried Parties - Cohabitation Agreements Representing Gay and Lesbian Parents Immigration Issues in Divorce Juvenile Court Collaborative Law Emancipation of Minors Adoptions Relocation

Mediator

CMCRI 2008

Q. Case Description Emergency motion question regarding returning daughter to unsafe situation

24 July 2020

A: If you willfully do not comply with the Judges order, the Judge will have myriad remedies at their disposal to insure you learn not to disrespect, nor disregard, the court's authority. If you value your relationship with your child, and your credibility before the court, I would advise you to work with your attorney, or risk the peril of the various and sundry Judge's wilful contempt remedies.

Q. can a minors legal guardian keep custody over biological father in court

14 July 2020

A: If a Guardian has been appointed. The father will be well advised to work with their attorney to present evidence of a significant change in circumstances to support a proposed modification of the arrangement, along with supporting evidence significant enough to meet their burden to show that it is in the best interests of the child (medically, educationally, etc) to be placed with the biological father. So, the important things to bring to court are: 1) a qualified attorney (who has counseled you and helped file your case with the court) , supported by 2) relevant reports, 3) witnesses, and other evidence (4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 etc) to persuade the judicial officer that placing the child in your possession is in their best interest.

Q. I just found out I have been paying rent since October to a person who didn't own the house. It was a foreclosure

6 July 2020

A: Report them to the authorities. http://webserver.rilin.state.ri.us/Statutes/TITLE34/34-18/34-18-38.2.HTM compliance is mandatory. Retain an attorney if you are served with an eviction complaint.