Hope Valley Family Lawyers

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...

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...

Get skillful, knowledgeable legal help you can rely on when making delicate decisions about the future of your family. From divorce and child custody, to relocation of a child or enforcement of a child support order, attorney Paul J. Ferns will guide your case toward a fair and beneficial resolution. Contact the Warwick divorce and family law office of Paul J. Ferns. Over twenty years of experience in divorce court gives him an in-depth understanding of the Rhode Island family law.

Attorney Ferns also has successfully represented many clients in car accident and personal injury cases. His tenacity in fighting for...

Mr. Tomassi established Tomassi Law Associates, LLC to provide competent, efficient, and cost effective legal services to individuals and companies throughout the State of Rhode Island. We are committed to protecting our client's rights and interests by providing our clients with aggressive and competent legal representation.

Mr. Tomassi designed Tomassi Law Associates to utilize advanced technology and has created the law office of the 21st century; forging technology, personal experience and knowledge of the law to provide our clients with effective and efficient legal services with a "client and results oriented" approach. Mr. Tomassi incorporates a hands-on approach and deals with...

Ryanna T. Capalbo is a partner with Bilodeau Capalbo, LLC.

Ryanna’s primary focus is in the areas of:
Civil litigation
Real estate litigation
Family law
Criminal law
Personal injury
Appellate practice

Ryanna’s primary concentration is in representing secured and unsecured creditors in secured transactions, foreclosures, workouts, bankruptcy, and other transactional and litigation matters. Additionally, a substantial part of Ryanna’s practice involves counseling clients throughout all stages of the divorce and separation process, including custody, placement, relocation, child support, alimony, and equitable...

Steven J. Hart was admitted to the Rhode Island Bar Association in 1999 and to the United States District Court in 2000. He attended Johnson & Wales (B.S., honors, summa cum laude); and went on to attend Suffolk University Law School (J.D., honors, cum laude).

Steven J. Hart, Esquire is a member of the following associations:
Rhode Island and American Bar Associations
Rhode Island Trial Lawyers Association
RI Family Court Bench/Bar Committee
ABA Family Law Committee
ABA Real Property & Probate Committee
The National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

The Law Office of Steven J. Hart is devoted to providing quality legal services with dedication and commitment....

Persuasive criminal litigator with practice-area expertise spanning criminal law, dui defense, digital evidence, search and seizure law, and technology related crimes. Former State prosecutor for 8 years. Responsible for one of the first criminal prosecutions in the country to incorporate Google Voice recordings at trial. Set the model that local police departments currently use to obtain and incorporate Google based evidence into its prosecution of crimes.

Litigated hundreds of felony cases involving murders, rape, burglary robbery, felony assaults, domestic assaults, molestations, arsons, sexual assaults, illegal firearms, possession and transfer of child pornography, driving under the influence, breathalyzer refusals, and various drug...

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...

Kristine S. Trocki opened her Jamestown, Rhode Island law firm in 2006 and has been practicing law in RI for over 10 years. Dedicated to serving her clients and the local community, Kristine opened her doors not only with a strong knowledge of the law but with an equal desire to practice in a way that is creative, intelligent, and mindful, thus offering clients several approaches to addressing/fulfilling their legal needs. Kristine has applied this philosophy to her many areas of practice including: Mediation; Divorce & Family Law; Personal Injury & Auto Accidents; Wills, Healthcare & Financial Powers of Attorney;...

Messier, Massad, Burdick & Flynn, LLC is a six attorney law firm serving all of Rhode Island and Connecticut in the areas of insurance claims, insurance litigation, insurance disputes, personal injury claims, property damage claims, business litigation, and divorce/family matters. Attorney Gregory Massad practices in Rhode Island state and federal courts and has extensive knowledge of all aspects of insurance law. My advice to my clients is not to talk to an insurance company representative or adjuster until talking to me first, Attorney Massad also mediates matters in the states of Rhode Island and Connecticut.

Attorney Jennifer Hoopis D'Ambra can assist you from separation through divorce and beyond. If you need to revise your child support or child custody agreement, we can help you with a petition for a modification of your previous court order. Divorce : Our divorce practice focuses on reaching property settlement and child custody agreements in a cost-effective manner using negotiation or mediation. When a successful resolution is not possible, we will take the case to court. Learn more about the divorce process in Rhode Island. Child Custody and Support: We handle child custody and support matters as they relate...

Erica Janton is a Rhode Island Family Law Attorney. Erica provides legal representation to those in need of divorce relations, family law and mediation. Erica earned her bachelors of fine arts from Parsons The New School For Design, her Master’s Degree from Teachers College, Columbia University and Roger Williams University School of Law.

Upon graduating law school, Attorney Tom O’Brien worked as an associate in a small firm in Providence where in enjoyed success in a variety of matters to include Landlord & Tenant evictions, divorce cases, zoning matters and DEM appeals. Attorney O’Brien spent the next 16 years as a criminal prosecutor in the RI Department of Attorney General. As a Special Assistant Attorney General, he tried bail hearings and probation/bail violation hearings in Rhode Island District Courts. Tom also tried countless numbers of DUI and breathalyzer refusal matters before moving on to Superior Court jury trials. Attorney...

Christopher J. Biafore, Esq.
Graduated Boston College 1997
Graduated Roger Williams Law School 2000


Attorney Christopher J. Biafore is a top Rhode Island Lawyer that has been licensed to practice law in the State of Rhode Island and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts since the year 2000. He has gained extensive knowledge and contacts throughout the legal community with his excess of 20 years of experience. In June of 2017, Attorney Christopher J. Biafore formed Biafore Law located in East Greenwich, RI, after previously working as an associate at two other prestigious law firms in Providence, Rhode Island. As an accomplished...

Christopher G. Kehoe, Esq., A Former IRS Tax Attorney Offices Locations: Wakefield RI, Warwick RI, Attleboro, MA, New Bedford, MA. Member of Rhode Island and Mass Bar. Authorized to practice before the IRS and US Tax Court throughout the US. 20 Years of Experience Legal Services Include: Tax Matters: IRS & State Tax Problems & Matters, Offer in Compromise, Installment Agreements & Time Payment Agreements, Abatement of Penalties, Tax Collection, Bank Levies, Wage Levies, Tax Levies, Property Seizures, Tax Liens, Unfiled Tax Returns, Tax Amnesty, Tax Audits, Motor Vehicle License & Register Blocks, Professional Consultations, Tax Appeals, Tax...

Attorney at Callaghan & Callaghan Former Prosecutor - Rhode Island Special Assistant Attorney General Former Law Clerk to Presiding Justice Rhode Island Superior Court

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 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...

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...

Evan M. Kirshenbaum is currently Managing Partner of Kirshenbaum Law Associates, Inc. He has been practicing law at Kirshenbaum Law Associates since 1994 and has been a senior partner of the firm since 1999. Mr. Kirshenbaum provides representation in all aspects of family law and personal injury law. An experienced trial lawyer, he has submitted numerous briefs to the Rhode Island Supreme Court. He has argued successfully before the state’s highest court as well as before juries in the Superior Court. Evan was featured in the Verdict Reporter and the Rhode Island Association for Justice News Magazine...

Don graduated from Bryant College in 1996 with a degree in finance, which has been a critical benefit to assisting clients litigating any issues relating to real estate, retirement division, hidden assets, support, business valuations, etc.

Don graduated from Roger Williams School of Law in RI, in 1996, and soon founded Moyer Law, PC. Don provides representation exclusively on issues surrounding divorce, child custody, and all family law matters.

Don served in the US Army, Infantry, in various duties, to include company commander for a drill instructor unit. He spent a year in the Bosnia, Croatia, Hungary region of Europe in a...

Carl P. DeLuca, Esq., is an attorney with over 30 years experience practicing law. He graduated from Moses Brown School, in Providence, Rhode Island in 1978. He received his Juris Doctorate from Hofstra University in 1985. In that year, he began practicing with his late uncle, Ralph C. DeLuca, in Johnston, Rhode Island. Attorney DeLuca may be best known for his litigation of sexual abuse cases for which he recovered over 15 Million Dollars for his clients and for his other Personal Injury cases including car accident cases, malpractice cases and wrongful death cases. However, he has been practicing in...

When family problems evolve into legal issues, it is important to seek experienced legal guidance from a lawyer who knows the law and cares about you and your children. If you are facing a divorce or family law issue, please contact Attorney Amey F. Cardullo and the Family Law Center, LLC. Our lawyers understand the legal needs of individuals and families. We can guide you through the challenges you face with strength, knowledge, compassion and respect.

I have built my career serving the best interests of my clients. I work with you and on your behalf to ensure the best possible outcome for your personal situation. I have more than twenty years experience as an advocate and counselor at law. I serve clients in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. I handle lawsuits in the state and federal courts in both states as well as in the cities and towns.

Chad Bank is a Rhode Island Attorney who concentrates his legal practice in the areas of Criminal Defense, DUI Defense, Family Law and Personal Injury. Mr. Bank received his B.A. from Stonehill College in Easton, Massachusetts, and his J.D. from Roger Williams University School of Law in Bristol, Rhode Island. Handling all state and federal criminal cases, he is a member of the RI Bar and the United States District Court for the District of Rhode Island. Mr. Bank is experienced in handling all felonies and misdemeanors, including but not limited to: white collar crimes, drug possession and trafficking...

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...

Practicing Immigration Attorney a Graduate of Brown University and St. Louis University, David Borts has represented clients world-wide and in over 20 States. Our expertise is in family based Immigration, Deportation Defense, Political Asylum and advocating the rights of Juvenile Immigrants and Victims of Domestic Abuse. David Borts has been an invited lecturer and teacher of multiple Continuing Legal Education Seminars and was invited by the Rhode Island Supreme Court to lecture to new lawyers on practice and procedure for over five years. The Rhode Island Bar Association appointed Mr Borts to be the Chairperson of its Immigration...

Timothy J. Conlon is an experienced Providence divorce lawyer who has served Rhode Island for nearly 40 years. He has handled complex cases involving child custody, interstate/international custody, visitation, child support, alimony, and many more issues. He also has hands-on experience dealing with child molestation and child abuse victims, advocating for their rights to compensation and finding the right treatment for them. Mr. Conlon is passionate about protecting his clients and is not afraid to go up against religious institutions, group homes, and school departments to do so.

I am Rhode Island family law attorney William J. Balkun. I provide goal-oriented, aggressive yet balanced representation in divorce and family law cases, with a particular focus on:

-Complex and high-conflict divorce
-High-conflict child custody
-The identification, assignment and protection of marital assets, including real property, retirement assets, closely held family businesses and professional practices
-Modification and enforcement of court orders , including cases in which fathers' rights have been unfairly denied
-Negotiation and drafting of prenuptial agreements

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...