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Experienced trial attorney with 17+ years of actual, in-court experience. I don't sit behind a desk all day and talk a big game. I'm in the courtroom standing by your side, fighting for the results you deserve in every case I handle. I focus my practice mainly in criminal defense, but I handle a variety of other types of cases like general civil litigation and selected Family Court cases. My years of criminal experience makes me an invaluable asset to have representing you as your attorney when you get charged with a criminal offense. I have tried cases ranging from petty...

Attorney John Larochelle is a former Rhode Island State Prosecutor who has represented clients in complex and highly sensitive litigation matters in Rhode Island Family Court and in District, Superior, Supreme and Federal Courts in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. In Family court, Attorney Larochelle has litigated many types of cases, including complex divorces, contentious child custody matters, Grandparents Rights, and parenting time disputes. Attorney Larochelle is certified by the Rhode Island Family Court as a Guardian Ad Litem. In 2022, Attorney Larochelle received a Certification in Child and Family Forensic Issues from William James College Center of Excellence for Children, Families,...

David Tapalian has lived in the Rhode Island and Massachusetts area his entire life. He is graduate of Brown University located in Providence, R.I. While at Brown, Mr. Tapalian earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Public Policy and American Institutions. Upon graduation from Brown University Mr. Tapalian then received his Juris Doctorate degree from the Roger Williams University School of Law. Immediately after graduation and passing the Bar Examination in Rhode Island, he then opened his own legal practice and has been at it ever since. He has also been admitted to the Massachusetts and Florida Bars as well as the...

Attorney R. J. Connelly III is an accomplished and dedicated elder law attorney in Pawtucket, prepared to address your distinct legal challenges and provide the unwavering support necessary during this critical phase of your life. With extensive experience handling a wide range of cases, Attorney Connelly is proficient in navigating the complexities inherent in elder law, estate planning, and Medicaid planning, ensuring that your interests and rights are protected at every stage. At Connelly Law, clients can place complete trust in the expertise and professionalism of an attorney who has established a distinguished reputation within the legal community. Attorney...

I am driven by the conviction that startups and small businesses deserve the same high-quality legal counsel as large corporations. This conviction inspired me to found ioLiberum Law Firm, a boutique practice dedicated to providing small businesses with the tools and strategies they need to thrive and compete effectively. My experience in intellectual property and supply chain management, gained through working with global brands, enables me to devise strategies that are tailored to meet each client's specific goals. In contrast to larger firms, which often have complex billing structures, I prioritize clear communication and transparent fixed pricing to ensure that...

Louis W. Grande is a top rated, award-winning Providence personal injury lawyer that has helped clients throughout the state of Rhode Island for the last 30+ years recover millions in compensation for personal injury claims.

David Slepkow is a Rhode Island (RI) attorney / lawyer concentrating in divorce, family law, RI car accident, child custody, personal injury. David was voted as a top three lawyer in Rhode Island by the Providence Journal Readers choice award poll! David has a superb rating with avvo. David is a member of the United States Supreme Court Bar. David prides himself on his 5-o decision he received on behalf of his client at the RI Supreme Court. RI divorce lawyer, David Slepkow offers Free initial consultations. Evening appointments available. Credit Cards accepted. David is also licensed at the US...

Cara Gallucci, Managing Attorney for the Law Firm of d'Oliveira & Associates, is passionate about helping the injured and quality customer service. Attorney Gallucci joined the Law team in 1995, and has dedicated her work solely to Personal Injury & Social Security Disability law. Besides Woonsocket, she also manages the offices in Taunton, Attleboro and Brockton, Ma.

d'Oliveira & Associates' philosophy about practicing Personal Injury Law is based mainly on the team approach, which includes a case management system that gives each & every client an Attorney & Case Manager (Paralegal), to make sure that every client is continuously informed...

Attorney D. Robin Gouveia has been with dOliveira & Associates since June of 2011, however, she has been practicing personal injury law for over 22 years beginning in December of 1998. Since joining the firm, Attorney Gouveia has been exclusively practicing personal injury and disability law. Attorney Gouveia works with clients from the East Providence, Middletown, Pawtucket, Fall River and New Bedford areas. Attorney Gouveia graduated from Bishop Stang High School in Smith Mills, MA in 1985. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in 1989 from UMASS Dartmouth. She received her law degree from Southern New England Law School in...

Attorney Kensley Barrett is a leading Criminal Defense Attorney and DUI Lawyer known for his unwavering commitment and aggressive representation. Serving clients throughout Rhode Island—including Providence, Newport, and beyond—and Massachusetts, he handles a comprehensive range of criminal matters. At Marin, Barrett, and Murphy Law Firm, our experienced legal team provides defense in cases involving DUI/DWI, domestic violence, traffic offenses, drug-related charges, weapons violations, expungements, theft, sex offenses, white collar crimes, and disorderly conduct. When you or a loved one is facing criminal charges, you need an attorney who combines extensive legal expertise with a proven track record of successful case reductions...

See our top reviews online at https://bit.ly/3AAm0XS Since 1991, Attorney Buckley has offered estate planning, debt settlement, and bankruptcy consultations to clients throughout Rhode Island and SE Massachusetts. Regarding bankruptcy, he can explain the difference between debt consolidation scams and effective debt relief by filing a Chapter 7 bankruptcy petition. Attorney Buckley also offers debt-settlement services for clients who wish to solve their financial problems instead of filing for bankruptcy. He can negotiate favorable repayment terms or lump-sum settlements and frequently settles debts for half the original amount. Concerning estate planning, he can help you choose the best way to...

My name is Paul d'Oliveira, I am the President & CEO of d'Oliveira & Associates. I am very passionate about helping the injured and providing quality customer service. In 1989 I founded a law firm dedicated solely to personal injury law. Today we have 19 offices located in Rhode Island & Massachusetts. d'Oliveira & Associates' philosophy about practicing Personal Injury Law is based mainly on the team approach, which includes a case management system that gives each & every client an Attorney & Case Manager (Paralegal), to make sure that every client is continuously informed about their case. ...

Attorney Matthew Marin is an aggressive and client-focused personal injury lawyer located in Charleston, SC. As part of the nationwide personal injury law Firm Marin and Barrett, Inc., Attorney Marin fight for the rights of injured victims throughout South Carolina. He represents people injured in car accidents, dog bites, motorcycle accidents, slip and fall, defective drug cases, Camp Lejeune lawsuits, hair relaxer lawsuits, Tylenol autism and ADHD claims & wrongful death and other similar injuries caused by the negligence of others. He can help you or a loved one if you have suffered an injury due to another person’s negligence....

PALUMBO LAW aggressively and sensibly advocates for and protects the legal rights of homeowners, real estate investors, business owners and businesses with complex legal issues. Our attorneys have over 100 years of combined legal experience and offer our legal services throughout RI, MA and CT.
Our firm represents clients with corporate and business law, start-up assistance relating to the choice and formation of business entity, protection of trademark or license agreement, contract drafting, and assisting with buying or selling a business or business assets.
Our probate attorneys compassionately move through the court-managed process called probate or estate administration with you. The assets...

Laura Cameron, Managing Attorney for the Law Firm of d'Oliveira & Associates, is passionate about helping the injured and quality customer service. Attorney Cameron joined the Law team in 1997, and has dedicated her work solely to Personal Injury & Social Security Disability law. Besides Warwick, Laura also manages the offices in Providence, Cranston and Johnston, Coventry and South Kingstown. d'Oliveira & Associates' philosophy about practicing Personal Injury Law is based mainly on the team approach, which includes a case management system that gives each & every client an Attorney & Case Manager (Paralegal), to make sure that every...

Kas R. DeCarvalho is a Partner with Pannone Lopes Devereaux & O'Gara LLC and a member of the firm's Corporate & Business Team. He has more than 15 years of experience as a corporate attorney and business leader. His practice focuses on corporate and transactional law, financing and mergers and acquisitions, commercial real estate, intellectual property, international transactions, business ethics and compliance, arts and entertainment law and education law. His clients include individuals, and for-profit and nonprofit organizations. Attorney DeCarvalho is a co-founder of Original Innovative Concepts LLC, a product development and licensing venture, and Rhode Island Martial Arts, Inc.Mr....

When he was on leave from the United States Army Security Agency, Ronald J. Resmini was sworn in before the Bar in June of 1969. Soon after, he began a clerkship with the Rhode Island Supreme Court under Justice William E. Powers. Having gained valuable experience in this position, Ronald later formed his own law firm, Law Offices of Ronald J. Resmini, Accident & Injury Lawyers, Ltd. Today, his three sons work alongside him, dedicated to obtaining justice and compensation for their injury clients. Outside of the firm, Ronald has produced more than 20 legal handbooks, and has written several publications, including "Rhode Island...

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Attorney John Simonian, for 27 years, has helped hundreds of Rhode Islanders get on solid financial ground by representing them in Chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcies. He has also successfully represented many clients do mortgage modifications and significantly reduce their monthly mortgage payments.

The Law Office of John Simonian has one of the highest client satisfaction ratings of any bankruptcy lawyer in the state. He is a longstanding member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys and served as member of the Rhode Island House of Representatives from District 27 in eastern Cranston, from...

Attorney Katie Nee practices in the areas of criminal defense, family law, and personal injury. Katie represents defendants charged with a wide range of criminal offenses including driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, refusal to submit to a chemical test, drug offenses, domestic violence, assault, robbery, and a wide array of sexual offenses including possession of child pornography, child molestation and sexual assault. Katie aggressively defends each and every client and does not shy away from taking a case to trial if that is the best option for a client.In addition, Katie represents people who were harmed...

I have specialized as a RI DUI lawyer and Rhode Island Criminal Defense Attorney for the past 27 years with INCREDIBLE RESULTS. I am a former Rhode Island Special Assistant Attorney General from 1993-1997. During those years I prosecuted hundreds of criminal cases ranging from disorderly conduct to first degree murder in every Rhode Island County. Additionally, along with other prosecutors, I lectured in-coming police academy cadets on proper drunk driving and Rhode Island DUI investigations and prosecutions. This unique experience has allowed me a wealth of knowledge not readily available to the average Rhode Island DUI lawyer...

Attorney Patricia A. Sullivan is the founding lawyer at the Rhode Island law firm, The Law Office of Patricia A. Sullivan.

Ms. Sullivan earned her Bachelor’s degree magna cum laude from Stonehill College, and her Juris Doctorate degree from Western New England College – The S. Priestly Blake School of Law. She is a member of the Rhode Island Bar Association, and is a former member of the Edward P. Gallogly Inn of Family Court, where she earned the highest rank of Master. In addition, Attorney Sullivan is a family court bail commissioner, a certified family court guardian ad litem, a...

For the last 15 years, Attorney Stefanie Murphy has been aggressively fighting for her clients in all areas of criminal defense. She is dedicated to each and every client. Attorney Murphy has been named since 2012 to Super Lawyer Rising Stars.

Family law attorney Allen M. Kirshenbaum, in practice for more than 40 years, is the founder and senior partner of Kirshenbaum Law Associates, Inc. His law practice focuses on all aspects of family law. Mr. Kirshenbaum has won numerous appeals in the Rhode Island Supreme Court, a number of which have expanded case law on cutting-edge issues involving pensions and business valuation in connection with the division of assets. He has had a significant impact on the manner in which family law is practiced in the State of Rhode Island. Mr. Kirshenbaum received an AV Preeminent(TM) rating from the...

Jules J. D’Alessandro, Esq. is a fierce advocate for the injured and those oppressed by insurance company and corporate greed. As the co-founder and senior litigation partner at D’Alessandro & Wright, Mr. D’Alessandro is responsible for all civil litigation; Jury trials, Mediation and Arbitration of Personal Injury and Business litigation matters at D&W. Mr. D’Alessandro has earned an AV® Rating by Martindale-Hubbell®, the highest possible rating for ethics and legal skill. Mr. D’Alessandro is a lifelong Rhode Island resident. A graduate from LaSalle Academy and a BA in Economics from the University of Rhode Island....

Andrew Bilodeau is the managing partner at Bilodeau Capalbo, LLC and is admitted to practice in Rhode Island and Connecticut state and federal courts and Washington DC. In April 2021, Andrew earned his Masters in Business Administration from Northeastern University. A small sample of his experience includes work on behalf of individuals in residential and commercial real estate transactions, real estate zoning, real estate litigation (adverse possession, boundary line disputes), contractor disputes, insurance claim disputes, and negligent home inspections. Andrew also serves as corporate counsel for small & large businesses, real estate developers and contractors. His representation of clients includes national banks,...

MEET RICH SANDS

Entering his 25th year of service to clients throughout Rhode Island, Attorney Rich Sands has made it his mission to use his insights, skill, and knowledge to offer compassionate assistance to those injured by the negligence of others. He leads Sands Law Offices with one simple principle: Treat others how he himself would want to be treated if he were in their shoes. For this reason, he always works hard in the pursuit of justice and to provide a higher standard of quality legal care.

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Attorney Christopher Heberg has been practicing law in Rhode Island, protecting his clients rights, and obtaining favorable settlements and verdicts for his clients for more than twenty years. With law offices located in Warwick, R.I., Attorney Heberg serves individuals and families of Rhode Island in all legal matters involving R.I. Family Law and Divorce.

Attorney Heberg believes in being accessible to clients. Be assured you will be kept well informed of the progress of your case, with your phone calls promptly returned. Evening or weekend appointments are available, and if it becomes necessary to meet either in your home or health...

Attorney John L. Calcagni, III from the Law Office of John L. Calcagni, III is a highly skilled, aggressive, and experienced criminal defense trial attorney. He is a former military prosecutor in the U.S. Army JAG Corps where he prosecuted hundreds of complex felony cases in the United States and abroad. Attorney John L. Calcagni, III also served as a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney with U.S. Attorney's Office in New York. As a prosecutor, attorney John L. Calcagni, III never lost a single case. He is admitted to practice in state and federal courts in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New York,...

Michael Mineau is an attorney at Kelly & Mancini, PC in Providence, RI. His practice focuses primarily on business litigation, real estate litigation, construction litigation, land use, and business law. In 2006, Michael graduated from Miami University in Oxford, OH and earned a B.A in Political Science. He then attended Roger Williams University School of Law and graduated with a J.D. in 2009. Michael is admitted to practice law in Rhode Island state and federal courts. In addition, he is a licensed title agent in Rhode Island. In 2010, Michael was published in Hofstra's Journal...

Robert Chisholm's law practice focuses on representing disabled veterans in the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims and before the Department of Veterans Affairs. Robert has been representing disabled veterans since 1990. During his extensive career, Robert has successfully represented veterans before the Board of Veterans' Appeals, Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.

Robert is a founding member of the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims Bar Association and served as President of that organization for the year 2002-2003. Mr. Chisholm served as the President of the...

With over 40 years of combined experience, our legal team is ready to take on any challenge. Contact Peter today and setup your free consultation. Learn why he prides himself on reputation – and how that translates to your success in the case he pursues with you.

I worked in jewelry factories and as an iron worker while attending Providence College and Suffolk University Law School. Initially, I was a partner at a large insurance defense firm, but later I opened my own practice to focused on protecting worker’s rights. You will always meet directly with me, not with a paralegal or a less experienced attorney. I will guide you through all your legal options and will answer any questions you have about your case. I will explain how the law works in your favor. "I want you as a client for life."

Marc practices tax and general business law.

Marc’s tax practice encompasses federal, Rhode Island, and other state and local taxation. Marc uses his broad experience to help individuals and businesses in the following ways:
(1) plan for and structure domestic and international tax implications of business transactions;
(2) resolve tax disputes with the IRS and state tax authorities; and
(3) assist with tax compliance issues for tax returns and information returns.
Because of his experience working for two public accounting firms, Marc understands that tax return mistakes can become complex tax problems with the IRS, Rhode Island, and other states and can result in...