Kent County Criminal Lawyers

Robert E. Craven is the firm's proprietor and lead trial attorney. Since the founding of Robert E. Craven & Associates, Bob has handled hundreds of personal injury, criminal defense, DUI defense, and medical malpractice cases. Attorney Craven's experience as a former prosecutor makes him uniquely equipped to bring any matter to trial – an increasingly rare skill today. Bob regularly brings both criminal and personal injury matters to trial to get the best results for his clients. Bob began his legal career as an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Rhode Island from 1983 to 1992. During that time,...

As a retired police officer who served as a patrolman, prosecution Detective Sergeant, all the way through Acting Chief of a police department, I have a unique skill set and perspective of the criminal law process that I will use to give you the best defense possible. I understand the system from the prosecution and investigative side and use that knowledge to devise the best legal strategy for your defense. I also served in the military and am well versed in the different needs and circumstances around veterans and can provide you with outstanding service and support as your attorney.
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My name is Rory Munns, and I have dedicated my career to defending those charged with criminal offenses throughout Rhode Island and Massachusetts. If you have been arrested or under investigation for a criminal offense, I understand that you are likely in a very unfamiliar and daunting situation, but I strongly believe that the best way to combat this is with providing as much honest information as possible to my clients. I have extensive experience defending thousands of clients in multiple jurisdictions in the areas of Criminal Defense, DUI Defense, Family Law, and Personal Injury, so I feel...

John E. MacDonald is a trial attorney practicing criminal defense, immigration law and post-conviction relief in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Mr. MacDonald represents clients in state and federal court in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. He has aggressively and successfully defended clients charged in every type of criminal case, including capital murder, child molestation, sex crimes, rape, abuse, domestic violence, spousal abuse, homicide, manslaughter, involuntary manslaughter, vehicular homicide, vehicular manslaughter, sexual assault, felony assault, domestic assault, patient abuse, bank fraud, mail fraud and wire fraud. Mr. MacDonald is the author of the Rhode Island Criminal Defense Manual (3rd Edition), a top-rated...

Backed by a proven record of success, L. Gregory Abilheira proudly defends the rights of the criminally accused throughout Rhode Island. He has a strong background in criminal law, gaining invaluable experience prosecuting simple assault, probation violation, and various other criminal cases as a student attorney for the Rhode Island Office of Attorney General. Attorney Abilheira has aggressively defending clients facing DUI charges, drug possession accusations, breaking and entering crimes, and many other cases. He is passionate about helping those in his community, as seen by his dedication as a member of the Bristol Volunteer Fire Department for the last...

Rhode Island Divorce Attorney Susan T. Perkins of the Law Office of Susan T. Perkins, Esq. is located at 462 Broadway, Providence, RI and has been serving the local area for nearly 25 years. The Law Office of Susan T. Perkins, Esq. focuses on Divorce, Family Law, Criminal Defense, Gun Trusts, DUI Defense, and matters affecting the LGBT community. Since becoming a lawyer in 1997 attorney Perkins has been a member of the United States District Court as well as the District Courts of Rhode Island and Massachusetts. After graduating from the prestigious Rhode Island Roger Williams University School of...

Jay C. Bianco has over 15 years of legal experience. He concentrates in the areas of estate planning and elder law. He has extensive experience in all aspects of estate planning and elder law, from simple wills and trusts to complex trusts, special needs trusts, long term care planning, Medicaid crisis planning and asset protection. Jay is also very experienced in family, criminal and personal injury law. He has practiced in Rhode Island District, Superior and Family Courts and the District and Superior Courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Jay is licensed in Rhode Island and Massachusetts...

My name is Michael Zarrella, I have been a criminal defense lawyer for almost 20 years. I have tried and won numerous criminal cases from capital offences to drunk driving cases. I enjoys helping people charged with criminal matters.

Nicholas has been a part of Robert E. Craven & Associates since 2010, after he received his Bachelor’s Degree in Legal Studies from Quinnipiac University. At Quinnipiac, Nicholas graduated magna cum laude in just three years of study. He also received the Legal Studies Book Award for achieving the highest grade point average in his major. Nicholas then attended Pace Law School in White Plains, New York, where he graduated cum laude and received his Juris Doctor degree. While in law school, Nicholas received numerous honors for his advocacy on trial, arbitration, and moot court teams which traveled around the...

Mark has been practicing in RI and Mass for 25 years. He has tried dozens of case to trial and is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates.

A leading Providence, Rhode Island (RI) based attorney (lawyer) with practise areas including criminal defense DUI & breathalyzer refusal, criminal appeal, domestic violence, divorce, personal injury.

Mr. Rui P. Alves is admitted to practice in all State and Federal Courts in Rhode Island, as well as, all State Courts in Massachusetts. For detailed practice areas, click here. After obtaining his Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from the College of Criminal Justice at Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts, he went on to obtain a Juris Doctor from the Roger Williams University School of Law. Mr. Alves also attended the Catholic University of Portugal, School of Law in Lisbon, focusing on European Union law. Prior to joining Barton Gilman, LLP, Mr. Alves maintained a boutique firm...

Stephen currently serves as the Town Solicitor in the Town of Lincoln, RI, the Town of Warren, RI and the Town of Little Compton, RI. He also represents a variety of businesses and private clients in various areas including zoning and land use. Stephen possesses a background in law enforcement and has extensive experience in criminal matters and specializes in defending DUI and Breathalyzer Refusal cases. He is also well versed in labor relations, including contract negotiations, grievance arbitrations, and employee discipline matters. Stephen is a graduate of Roger Williams University School of Law, cum laude. ...

Hello. My name is James E. Smith and I represent clients charged with misdemeanors and felonies in every city, town and county in the State of Rhode Island. Before becoming an attorney, I worked for a major international insurance company and as a compliance attorney for a Wall St. broker dealer. I also am a United States Veteran having served six years in the United States Marine Corps. I was honorably discharged with the rank of sergeant. For detailed info, please see my website and blog. The links are provided right on my listing...

Mr. Cooper is a Rhode Island & Massachusetts licensed, trial attorney with over 30 years of experience having handled more than 15 murder cases, defended numerous sexual assault allegations, personal injury cases (including auto accidents and medical malpractice), and approximately 2000 drug related cases. Mr. Cooper represents both men and women in divorce actions, child custody and child support cases. He has a very high win rate on trials regarding both criminal and civil matters. Mr. Cooper will usually return phone calls within 1 day. He has a courteous and professional staff who are attentive to all matters handled. ...

Ken Macksoud is an American Army Veteran of the Vietnam War, who Attended Providence College, earning an A.B. in 1961, then went on to obtain a Juris Doctorate Degree from Boston University School of Law in 1964. Attorney Macksoud was then admitted to the Rhode Island Bar in 1967. His admission to the U.S. Supreme Court came in 1980 and the RI Supreme Court in 1967.

I’m a sole practitioner. I have over 28 years experience in the areas of criminal defense, traffic court including but not limited to DUI, Refusals, Tickets, Registry Issues I also practice Juvenile criminal defense.

25 plus years concentrating in the most severe and high pressure criminal defense cases: murder, robbery, sexual assault, kidnapping, assaults with dangerous weapons and with specific intent to rob, murder or rape; major drug dealing, serious gun charges, etc. You won't find a more direct, aggressive or straight-talking lawyer with results and decades of experience. If you are in trouble, we can help you.

24 Years Criminal Defense Experience Experience Matters

jury trial civil and criminal, federal and state, R.I. Mass and other jurisdictions. Appeals and probate.