Hope Lawyers

“I became an attorney to level the playing field.”

Attorney Mariam Alexanian Lavoie has been a proud member of the Rhode Island Bar Association for almost thirty years. She was born in Bloomington, Indiana but lived in her native state and Livermore, California for six brief years before moving to Mexico City. Attorney Lavoie spent her formative years in Mexico, graduating from an all-Spanish speaking high school, the Instituto Tecnológico de Monterrey, in 1980. She attended Montana State University (MSU) in Bozeman, Montana, at age sixteen while her father spent his sabbatical year in MSU’s...

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...

Christopher A. D'Ovidio, is the principal of D'Ovidio Law. His practice focuses on land use, zoning, environmental and property law, municipal and administrative law, corporate formation, wills and estates and general practice and litigation. He serves as General Counsel to Pawtuxet River Authority. In addition to his practice of law, he is a professor of land use law at Roger Williams University School of Law. Christopher was formerly assistant solicitor for the Town of New Shoreham, attorney for the Conservation Law Foundation and environmental scientist and engineering technician for the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management. ...

Ann Sheeley has more than 25 years of experience as a civil litigation attorney. Licensed to practice in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and the Federal District Court for Rhode Island, Attorney Sheeley has successfully managed hundreds of personal injury, criminal and workers' compensation cases during her career.

Prior to starting Sheeley Law in 2010, Ann served as a litigator in law offices in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Upon earning her Juris Doctor from the Pace University School of Law in White Plains, New York, she worked for the law offices of J. Ronald Fishbein, where she managed a personal injury and family...

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 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...

The Law Offices of James J. Caruolo is a full-service law firm with over 20 years of experience, providing legal representation in the areas of Real Estate, Criminal, and Personal Injury Law for individuals throughout Rhode Island.

Nearly 25 years experience in Family Law, Bankruptcy, Personal Injury and Workers' Compensation. Licensed to practice in Rhode Island and Massachusetts state and federal courts.

Angelica Bovis is a highly devoted criminal defense attorney renowned for her unwavering work ethic, astute legal acumen, and unwavering determination to achieve the best outcomes for her clients. With a unique combination of exceptional trial advocacy skills and effective negotiation techniques, Attorney Bovis delivers personalized and impactful representation to each and every client. Her unyielding commitment to justice and unwavering dedication to guiding her clients through the complexities of the legal system have garnered immense respect within the Rhode Island legal community. Attorney Bovis focuses in various areas of expertise, including DUI/DWI, drug offenses, domestic violence, white-collar crimes, and more....

Nelson Law Office is a general practice law firm serving the residents of Rhode Island and Massachusetts. We can represent you in your civil or criminal case today. Our two locations make visiting us convenient no matter where you live. We offer a free initial consultation for all legal matters.

I work as a solo practitioner in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. I handle a diverse array of cases, with a focus on personal injury, immigration law and civil litigation. I represent individual and corporate clients. My responsibilities include providing high quality legal advice and support to my clients, drafting pleadings, motions, briefs and contracts; researching and analyzing statutory regulations to ensure compliance; and identifying legal risks and effectively advising clients on how to manage such risks; and representing clients during negotiations, mediations, arbitrations, hearings and trials.

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...

On your journey to finding the right attorney to represent you through a divorce or another complex family law case, you should evaluate credentials of Steven G. Wright, Attorney at Law. The Rhode Island family law attorney aggressively advocates for his clients and focuses on obtaining results. Every client that comes to the firm will receive high-quality legal guidance and devoted representation. The lawyer is dedicated to walking through each step of the complicated process with his clients. At the firm of Steven G. Wright, clients come first so call today!

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.

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.

Laura has been practicing law since 1999. She opened her own practice in 2000. Laura concentrates her practice in the areas of serious personal injury, medical malpractice, legal malpractice and employment issues including discrimination claims and contract negotiations. Laura is admitted to the bar in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. She has tried numerous cases in federal and state court in both Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Before attending law school, Laura was a Registered Nurse, working in oncology, surgical trauma and critical care. She served as Head Nurse at the Philadelphia Veterans’ Affairs Medical Center from 1990-1993 and, most recently,...

RICHARD A. SINAPI is the principal and managing attorney of Sinapi Law Associates, Ltd., in Warwick, where his practice primarily focuses on governmental affairs and employment law, including discrimination and harassment claims, leave act claims, unemployment benefits claims, minimum wage and overtime claims, and workers' compensation, as well as civil rights, municipal law, real estate, and personal injury. He has over thirty (30) years of experience in the general practice of law, including general civil litigation and real estate law, including both trial and appellate work as well as corporate and commercial law advice, representation, document preparation and transaction closings....

Jason Ollman is a dedicated and highly experienced attorney who is committed to giving each client clear, thorough and honest advice at every step of the legal process to empower his clients to make the decisions that are right for them and their unique situation. He believes that a good criminal defense attorney should be empathetic and compassionate as well as a good communicator. They should understand the stress and anxiety that comes with being charged with a crime and be able to offer support and reassurance throughout the legal process. Jason Ollman has a deep understanding of the criminal justice...

Richard J. Welch Esq. brings over twenty years’ experience including, reviewing, and negotiating commercial, employment and construction contracts. Prior to joining the team here at Palumbo Law, Richard worked as senior counsel at Solidifi in Middletown, RI. Richard spent years as the Vice President, Litigation Counsel for the Fidelity National Law Group in Boston MA where he acted as the Trial attorney in Massachusetts and Rhode Island Superior Courts to clear title issues for commercial and residential real estate. As the Principal and Trial attorney at Moses, Alfonso & Ryan, Richard advised the non-profit community based mental...

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...

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.

Fogarty Law Office, at the Providence/Cranston line, is conveniently located in the Calart Tower with free handicapped accessible parking. A General Practice firm that represents you in all phases of your life, including but not limited to Divorce, Child Support and Custody, Land use and Zoning, Wills, Trust and Estate Planning, Civil Litigation, Collections. Attorney Fogarty is also an Adjunct Professor at Johnson & Wales University where she develops and teaches undergraduate law classes, including Introductory to Business Law, Employment Law, and Ethics. Since January 2023, Attorney Fogarty serves as the Probate Judge for the City of Cranston.

Dan Griffin was born and raised in West Warwick, Rhode Island. Upon graduation from high school, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. Dan served four years of active duty including a tour as a Marine Rifleman with the 7 th Marine Infantry Regiment during Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2003. For his service in Iraq, Dan received numerous awards and citations including the Iraqi Campaign Medal and the Combat Action Ribbon for service under enemy fire during the march to Baghdad and further operations in central Iraq.

As a proud war veteran, Dan has as interest in promoting and helping...

Andrew started his legal career as a prosecutor and appellate attorney for the Rhode Island Attorney General. In this capacity, he successfully tried hundreds of cases, and participated in nearly 100 arguments before the Rhode Island Supreme Court. Since leaving public service, Andrew has dedicated his practice to assisting those in crisis, in a wide range of matters, including criminal defense, employment issues, and representing persons seriously injured in accidents. During his almost thirty years of practicing law, Andrew has appeared in nearly every courtroom in Rhode Island, both State and Federal. Along the way, Andrew...

Practicing Attorney for 20 years in the State of Rhode Island. Trial experience in civil and criminal jury trials. Served as Assistant City Solicitor for two years and member of local zoning board for 5 years.

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...

Carolyn R. Barone, Esq., has been associated with Kirshenbaum Law Associates throughout her legal career. She has been a partner of the firm since 1987. Her law practice is concentrated in all aspects of family law. She has been honored through peer recognition as a “Super Lawyer” by Thomson Reuters and designated as a Top Attorney in the state of Rhode Island. She has been on the faculty of many seminars devoted to family law and has lectured on domestic relations practice for the Rhode Island Bar Association and the National Business Institute. She is a contributing author to...