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Amy Long
Riverside, RI Attorney with 15 years of experience
Immigration
American University Washington College of Law
We accept cases concerning:
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Louise A. Herman
E. Providence, RI Attorney with 38 years of experience
(401) 277-4110
1445 Wampanoag Trail, Suite 104
E. Providence, RI 02915
Employment and Health Care
Boston University School of Law
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John Larochelle
Providence, RI Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
Suffolk University Law School
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,...
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David Tapalian
Providence, RI Attorney with 24 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Nursing Home, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Roger Williams University School of Law
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...
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S Joshua Macktaz
Providence, RI Attorney with 30 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
Suffolk University Law School and University of Vermont
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...
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Michael L. Mineau
Providence, RI Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Appeals, Business and Construction
Roger Williams University School of Law
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...
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David Slepkow
East Providence, RI Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Divorce, Family and Personal Injury
Roger Williams University
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...
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Neville Bedford
East Providence, RI Lawyer with 20 years of experience
197 Taunton Ave
East Providence, RI 02914
Divorce
Roger Williams University
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Ronald J. Resmini
Providence, RI Lawyer with 55 years of experience
Free ConsultationAsbestos, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Suffolk University Law School
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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Kathleen Nee
Providence, RI Attorney with 9 years of experience
Free ConsultationRoger Williams University School of Law
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...
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Robert Chisholm
Providence, RI Lawyer with 34 years of experience
Administrative, Appeals and Personal Injury
Boston University School of Law
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...
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Kensley Barrett
Providence, RI Attorney with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
University of Connecticut School of Law
As an aggressive, knowledgable, and extremely dedicated Rhode Island Criminal Defense Attorney and DUI Lawyer, Kensley Barrett provides premium representation for individuals who have been accused of criminal offenses throughout the entire state of Rhode Island (including Providence and Newport). The Law Offices of Kensley R. Barrett provide representation for a wide variety of alleged criminal offenses. These services include, but are not limited to: DUI/DWI’s, domestic violence, traffic offenses, drug cases, weapons cases, expungement, theft, sex offenses, white collar crimes, and disorderly conduct. If you or someone you love has been arrested on a criminal charge, you want to...
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Laura Cameron
Cranston, RI Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Social Security Disability and Workers' Comp
Western New England University School of Law
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...
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Tom Thomasian
Providence, RI Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Roger Williams University School of Law
As the founder of The Law Office of Thomas C. Thomasian, Providence lawyer Thomas C. Thomasian compassionately helps people charged with a crime navigate the legal system. Before the founding of his current firm, Mr. Thomasian was a public defender for a number of years and practiced as an attorney at another firm. In 2014, he was selected for the list of The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers and received the Avvo Client’s Choice Award. He is a graduate of Northeastern University and the Roger Williams University Ralph R. Papitto School of Law. For your free consultation, get...
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Jason Knight
Providence, RI Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Suffolk University Law School
Jason Knight is an attorney licensed to practice law in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. He is also admitted to practice in the Rhode Island Federal District Court. He is a former Rhode Island state prosecutor with years of experience litigating criminal cases. He now uses that experience to provide his clients with zealous legal representation to protect their rights and legal interests.
Jason earned his law degree from Suffolk Law School in Boston, Massachusetts in 2005. Between 2006 and 2010, Jason served as a Special Assistant Attorney General with the Rhode Island Department of Attorney General. During that time, Jason prosecuted...
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John L. Calcagni III
Providence, RI Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationAppeals, Criminal Defense and Military
U.S. Army Judge Advocate General's Legal Center and School, Roger Williams University School of Law and Bryant College
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,...
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Don Moyer
Warwick, RI Attorney with 27 years of experience
Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Military
Roger Williams University School of Law
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...
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Michael James Kelley
Providence, RI Attorney with 30 years of experience
Free ConsultationMilitary and Social Security Disability
New England Law | Boston
Michael Kelley founded the law firm, New England Disability. The firm specializes in representing claimants seeking disability benefits from the Social Security Administration, Veterans Administration, Long Term Disability Insurers, Federal Worker's Compensation, State Disability Retirement. My firm represents Claimant's seeking benefits throughout the entire Northeastern United States from initial claims through Federal Court Appeals.
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Marc A. Lewin
Providence, RI Attorney with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness and Tax
Georgetown University Law Center and The John Marshall Law School
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...
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Christopher Russo
Cranston, RI Attorney with 33 years of experience
Animal, Bankruptcy, Business and Personal Injury
Suffolk University Law School
Christopher Russo is the managing partner of Kirshenbaum & Kirshenbaum, Attorneys at Law, Inc. Chris has been practicing law for 24 years and focuses on personal injury cases, such as car accidents, motorcycle accidents, bicycle accidents ad slip and falls. Chris also represents Rhode Island residents accused of crimes. Chris graduated from Boston College and received his law degree from Suffolk University Law School.
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Paige A. Munro-Delotto PhD.
Providence, RI Attorney
Free ConsultationEducation, Employment, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
Roger Williams University
The legal system can be intimidating and overwhelming, and finding the right lawyer can be a stressful experience – we are here to find answers and create solutions to your legal problems. Unlike larger law firms, we foster a close connection with our clients and take pride that our clients have no problems reaching us. As civil litigators who practice largely in the area of civil rights, we celebrate diversity and believe everyone should be treated with dignity and respect. We are currently licensed to practice in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New York - contact us...
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Rory Munns
Providence, RI Attorney with 10 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
Roger Williams University School of Law
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...
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Humberta Goncalves
Warren, RI Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Family
Roger Williams University
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John MacDonald
Providence, RI Attorney with 29 years of experience
Appeals, Arbitration & Mediation, Criminal Defense and Divorce
Suffolk University Law School
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...
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Jude E. Kerrison
Providence, RI Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Workers' Comp
Roger Williams University
Jude Evan Kerrison fights for the rights of Rhode Island injury victims with the Karns Law Firm.
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Joseph R. Lamy
Cranston, RI Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Nursing Home, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Boston College Law School
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Nelia DeStefano
East Providence, RI Attorney with 25 years of experience
Free ConsultationAnimal, Personal Injury, Social Security Disability and Workers' Comp
Roger Williams University School of Law
Nelia M. DeStefano, the managing partner for the firm, has served as the Chief Financial Officer for Brian Cunha & Associates for the past 25 years. Mrs. DeStefano, who speaks Portuguese, was born in Sao Miguel, Azores and has aided in the delivery of legal services to many of Brian Cunha & Associates Portuguese-speaking clients.
Mrs. DeStefano concentrates her practice in all aspects of personal injury law. She is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts and the Roger Williams University School of Law. She is admitted to practice law in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island. In addition to her administrative...
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Anthony Muri
Providence, RI Attorney with 50 years of experience
Boston University School of Law
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Chad Bank
Providence, RI Attorney with 22 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Family
Roger Williams University
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...
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Adam J. Resmini
Providence, RI Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationAsbestos, Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home and Personal Injury
Roger Williams University School of Law
Before joining the Law Offices of Ronald J. Resmini, Accident & Injury Lawyers, Ltd. as Partner of the Civil Litigation Division in 2009, Adam J. Resmini attended the Roger Williams School of Law where he graduated cum laude and was a member of the Rhode Island Association for Justice (RIAJ). Today, Adam's work is consistently recognized as he has been selected to the prestigious "Rising Stars" each year since 2011. In addition, he has also been named to the "Top 40 Under 40" list by the National Trial Lawyers each year since 2012. He is an incredible asset to his...
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Lawrence Signore
Providence, RI Attorney with 22 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Insurance Claims, Insurance Defense and Personal Injury
Roger Williams University School of Law
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The first thing to know about us is that we treat our clients like family. That means we are welcoming and helpful, and we know how to listen. You can count on us to fight for you so you get the benefits and compensation you need after a serious injury, whether it happened at work or because of someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing.
We also help to ensure that our clients’ residential real estate closings go smoothly. If you are facing a DUI charge in Rhode Island, we can help with that also.
Whether you have concerns about workers’...
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Andrew O. Resmini
Providence, RI Attorney
Free ConsultationAsbestos, Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home and Personal Injury
Suffolk University Law School
At a young age, Andrew Resmini watched his father, Ronald J. Resmini, practice law at one of the top personal injury law firms. Years later, Andrew went on to pursue a legal career and now works with his father and two brothers at Law Offices of Ronald J. Resmini, Accident & Injury Lawyers, Ltd.
Known for his incredible work ethic, Andrew fully dedicates himself to his clients' cases and works hard to ensure his clients receive the best possible outcome. Fortunately, his hard work has paid off as he has been selected to Super Lawyers list of "Rising Stars" each year...
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R. Jason Resmini
Providence, RI Attorney with 13 years of experience
Free ConsultationNursing Home, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Roger Williams University School of Law
Before becoming Partner at the Law Offices of Ronald J. Resmini, Accident & Injury Lawyers, Ltd., Jason Resmini lived in Los Angeles, CA, where he worked at both MGM Studios and International Creative Management (ICM). During this time, Jason worked with top names in entertainment where he successfully negotiated multi-million dollar deals for his clients.
It was these skills that later helped catapult his career in Entertainment Law. Mr. Resmini has been selected to the prestigious “Super Lawyers Rising Stars” list of top attorneys in MA for 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020. He was also honored by...
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Ferenc Karoly
Providence, RI Lawyer with 9 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Suffolk University Law School
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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David Morowitz
East Providence, RI Attorney with 40 years of experience
Asbestos, Insurance Claims, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
New York Law School
David Morowitz is an ex-criminal prosecutor who has worked for prosecutor’s offices in Manhattan, Miami, and RI. David drove a yellow taxi cab at nights in Manhattan to put himself through college and law school. He then spent 12 years working with law enforcement. He worked in the Manhattan District Attorney’s office for District Attorney Robert Morgenthau, the Miami State Attorney’s Office for State Attorney Janet Reno, and the Rhode Island Attorney General’s Office for Attorney Generals James E. O’Neil and Jeffrey Pine. He now serves as lead counsel for The Law Office of David Morowitz and is one of...
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Thomas Enright
Cranston, RI Attorney with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationConsumer, Employment, Foreclosure Defense and Personal Injury
Roger Williams University School of Law
Attorney Tom Enright has founded Enright Law to help employees and consumers enforce their rights. With over a decade of experience at one of Rhode Island’s premier law firms defending some of the largest businesses in the world, Tom has unique insights into how to maximize his individual clients’ recoveries in their disputes with employers and businesses. Tom’s background also ensures that Enright Law’s clients will have an unflinching and assured advocate in their corner.
Tom understands that many individuals, especially those anticipating a legal battle with a large company, believe that enforcing their employment or consumer rights is a burdensome...
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Timothy Conlon
Providence, RI Lawyer with 43 years of experience
Divorce and Family
Vanderbilt University Law School
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.
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Michael R. Bottaro
Providence, RI Attorney
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
University of Colorado Law School
Mike's practice focuses on civil litigation, primarily complex personal injury, insurance disputes, products liability, and medical/nursing home malpractice.
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Andrew Abraham
Providence, RI Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Suffolk University Law School
Andrew Abraham is the founding partner of the Boston personal injury law firm, Abraham & Associates, P.C. Attorney Abraham has been selected for inclusion in the Super Lawyers® lists of 2010-2013. In addition, he is a member of the American Association for Justice, the Massachusetts Brain Injury Association, and the North American Brain Injury Society. With nearly 20 years of experience, Mr. Abraham has the knowledge and resources necessary to take on even the most complex cases. To learn more about working with Attorney Abraham, contact Abraham & Associates, P.C. today.
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Michael F Campopiano
Providence, RI Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Roger Williams University School of Law
Law Office of Michael F. Campopiano Mission Statement: Excellence is never an accident, it is always the result of sincere efforts, intelligent direction, high intentions, skillful execution and the vision to see obstacles as opportunities. This are the beliefs upon which my firm was established.. The above guiding principles continue to guide me in my daily pursuit to provide my clients with the highest level of service. My goal is to provide aggressive advocacy with compassion when you need it most. I do this by communicating with my clients and building relationship that withstand the hardships of...