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With more than 38 years of experience successfully litigating construction, real estate, environmental, business, and administrative law cases, Michael is a recognized and revered attorney in Rhode Island and Massachusetts.. In 2002, after nearly 25 years practicing with RI-based law firms and then serving as general counsel for Cumberland Farms/Gulf Oil, Inc., Michael opened his own firm, the Law Offices of Michael A. Kelly, P.C. (now Kelly & Mancini, P.C., Attorneys at Law).  His goal: to meet the market’s need for proven legal and litigation expertise that prioritized client service and success.. At Kelly & Mancini, Michael serves as lead counsel for some of Rhode Island’s biggest developers before municipal zoning and planning boards in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management, Massachusetts and Connecticut Departments of Environmental Protection, and the United States Environmental Protection Agency.  Michael is also the lead litigator and case supervisor for the firm’s real estate, construction, and business dispute litigation before federal and state courts.. Michael was named Lawyer of the Year by RI Lawyers Weekly in 2012.

Substantial experience repreenting clients before local planning and zoning boards throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Ralph R. Liguori is a trial lawyer and partner at Jones Kelleher in the firm's Providence, Rhode Island office. Prior to this, Ralph was a partner at Cooley Manion Jones having joined the firm in 2006. He received his law degree from New England School of Law in 1993.. The focal point of Ralph's practice has been general liability personal injury litigation, insurance subrogation, motor vehicle claims, premises liability, and criminal litigation. Ralph has tried cases before judges and juries at all levels of the Rhode Island Court System, as well as various regulatory boards. He has also successfully resolved claims through negotiation, mediation, and arbitration. Ralph has lectured for numerous professional groups about safety, negligence, ethics, and personal injury topics, including the Rhode Island Bar Association and the Rhode Island Association for Justice. Ralph is also the Assistant Solicitor for the town of Cumberland, Rhode Island. In that role he has prosecuted criminal cases for over twenty years. In 2012, Rhode Island Lawyers Weeklyinterviewed Ralph about a recent victory on behalf of the town of Cumberland, Rhode Island in a bias case that spanned seventeen years.. Ralph is a member of the Rhode Island and Massachusetts Bar Associations, on the Board of Governors for the Rhode Island Association for Justice, a Fellow with the Rhode Island Bar Foundation, and a member of the Justinian Law Society of Rhode Island. Ralph is also an active member of the Boards of Directors for several charitable organizations

My practice is focused on employment law, business litigation, and labor law. I counsel employers and human resources professionals on how to hire, fire, pay, manage, and negotiate with employees, I draft employment contracts, employee handbooks, non-compete agreements, and non-disclosure agreements, I conduct workplace investigations and trainings, I represent companies and individuals in federal and state courts, and I am also an experienced practitioner before administrative agencies such as the R.I. Commission for Human Rights, the R.I. Department of Labor, the National Labor Relations Board, and the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.. Among other issues, I have litigated contract, insurance, and real estate disputes, benefits claims, discrimination claims, and wage disputes, collection actions, and tort actions.. I counsel clients concerning Title VII, the ADEA, the ADA, the FLSA, the FMLA, the NLRA, and state labor and employment laws and regulations.. I represent unionized employers in grievance arbitration hearings and in defense of unfair labor practice charges, I contest union representation petitions, and I have successfully handled unemployment and other agency appeals.. I have also also enforced and challenged various non-compete, non-solicitation, and non-disclosure agreements, and I have prosecuted and defended whistleblower and retaliation cases. Additionally, I have counseled several clients towards favorable settlements in confidential mediations.. In my “free" time, I am an editor of HR Hero's "Rhode Island Employment Law Letter," I chair the Labor Law and Employment Committee of the Rhode Island Bar Association, I am a competitive sailor and squash player, and I enjoy spending time with my wife and our two young children.

Mr. Fielding is an advocate committed to protecting the interests and rights of those clients he represents.  Licensed in Rhode island and Massachusetts.

Mr. Emanuel is a member of the firm's Business & Civil Litigation Group. He has extensive courtroom experience, representing the State of Rhode Island, major consumer products companies, multinational real estate developers, small businesses and individuals in the State and Federal Courts of Rhode Island. In addition, he serves as an Arbitrator in the Rhode Island Supreme Court court-annexed arbitration program.. Doug is also a member of the firm's Trusts, Estate Planning & Administration Group and advises the firm’s clients on estate planning needs and considerations, long-term asset protection, Medicaid planning, probate practice and procedure and trust administration.. He has served as chair of the Rhode Island Bar Association's New Lawyers Committee, and is a frequent performance judge in Rhode Island's middle school and high school Mock Trial competitions. Previously, a "Rising Star" in general litigation, Doug is a recognized Rhode Island Super Lawyer and AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell.. Prior to joining Chace Ruttenberg & Freedman, LLP, Doug was an associate at Goldenberg & Muri (1994-1997) and Tillinghast Licht LP (1997-2001). During 2001 and 2002, he proudly served as Deputy Executive Counsel to Governor Lincoln C. Almond.

Michael Mineau is an attorney at Kelly, Souza, Rocha & Parmenter, P.C. in Providence, RI. His practice focuses primarily on business litigation, real estate litigation, construction litigation, land use, business law, and employment 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 of International Business and Law for his article entitled "Pirates, Blackwater and Maritime Security: The Rise of Private Navies in Response to Modern Piracy".

Kenneth J. Sylvia is a life-long Rhode Islander. He graduated magna cum laude from Roger Williams University School of Law in Bristol, Rhode Island. He also holds a B.A., cum laude, in Economics and Political Science from the University of Rhode Island.. While in law school, Ken interned for Chief Justice Paul A. Suttell of the Supreme Court of Rhode Island. He then clerked for the Associate Justices of the Rhode Island Superior Court before entering private practice.. Ken is admitted to practice law in the State of Rhode Island, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and the United States District Court for the District of Rhode Island.

Katie focuses her practice on business litigation and construction law.  However, prior to pursuing her legal career, Katie worked as a civil and environmental engineer.  She managed remediation projects in support of hazardous waste site closure and land redevelopment end-goals.  She also contributed to the design and construction of various water and treatment systems.  These experiences give Katie a unique and valuable perspective as an attorney.

I concenrate my practice in complex commercial litigation and defense of government investigations and white collar criminal matters

I NO LONGER ACCEPT MESSAGES OR ENGAGEMENTS VIA THIS SITE. YOU MAY CONTACT MY OFFICE DURING NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS.. Frank Connor is an experienced trial and appellate attorney in federal and state courts in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. His expertise includes cases involving medical professional liability defense, business disputes, insurance and reinsurance issues, as well as catastrophic personal injuries. Mr. Connor’s peers in the trial bar have recognized his skill and experience in the courtroom by inviting him to membership in the American Board of Trial Advocates. He has been named to Best Lawyers in America (every year since 2012), a leading directory of attorneys across the U.S., and has also named in Rhode Island Super Lawyers directory every year for more than ten years. Mr. Connor maintains an AV Preeminent rating from the Martindale-Hubbell National Law Directory, the highest rating available for legal ability and ethical standards. Mr. Connor also regularly serves as a Mediator and Arbitrator.

I help businesses and their legal departments reduce their liabilities, navigate complex legal matters and defend unavoidable litigation in federal and state court. My clients and their businesses are always my top priority. Accessibility and communication are cornerstones of my practice. I pride myself on hard work and cost-effective representation. I have represented public and private companies and their employees in a wide range of business disputes, including cases alleging contract, products liability, business tort, toxic tort, fraud, and constitutional claims. My cases have included litigation related to mergers and acquisitions, employment laws, securities laws and banking laws. I also defend personal injury and premises liability cases. I believe that all cases, especially high stakes cases in which an appeal is inevitable, should be tried with an appeal in mind. As both a trial and appellate practitioner, I bring a perspective to my cases informed by my two-year clerkship with the Chief Justice of the Rhode Island Supreme Court. As part of my commitment to staying up to date on developments in the law, I am the author of the blog The Fast Five on Rhode Island Appellate Practice (), which provides periodic updates on Rhode Island appellate law and pointers for practice before the Rhode Island Supreme Court. The statements and views expressed through this account are my own and do not reflect those of my employer, Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C., are intended for general informational purposes only, and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion. The Rhode Island Supreme Court licenses all lawyers only in the general practice of law. The Court does not license or certify any lawyer as an expert or specialist in any field of practice.

I am dedicated to helping people access their insurance benefits.  My practice in the federal and state courts, is focused on representing individuals in the application, appeals and litigation of life, health, short-term disability (STD) and long-term disability (LTD) insurance benefits under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) and under private insurance contracts. Nationally, I represent claimants in ERISA and non-ERISA administrative appeals of denied benefits.

I am a litigator representing clients in court, in ADR proceedings and at depositions. I focus my practice on criminal law, domestic relations, medical and other professional liability defense matters, insurance litigation, health law. I practice in District and Superior Court in Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

Howard represents businesses, financial services institutions and individuals in complex civil litigation. His practice focuses on commercial litigation, insurance, products liability, media, and intellectual property matters. Howard is a Senior Director and member of the Executive Committee of the Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel (FDCC), an organization comprised of preeminent leaders in the insurance and corporate defense bar. FDCC Membership is selective and by invitation to those who have been judged by their peers to have achieved professional distinction.. Howard is also the Immediate Past President of Defense Counsel of Rhode Island, the Rhode Island State Legal Defense Organization affiliated with Defense Research Institute. Howard is a Fellow in the Litigation Counsel of America, a trial lawyer honor society composed of less than one-half of one percent of American lawyers.

He is a cum laude graduate of the University of New Hampshire in 1997 and Roger Williams University School of Law in 2002, where he served as Articles Editor of the Roger Williams Law Review. He served a judicial clerkship with the Rhode Island Supreme Court Clerk Department. He is admitted to practice in all Rhode Island and Massachusetts state and federal courts, as well as the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit.. Steve’s work focuses on civil litigation, including defense of products liability, toxic tort, premises liability, transportation litigation and insurance claims. He handles complex litigation from inception through trial for many local and national corporations. He has also practiced extensively in alternative dispute resolution and has argued before the Rhode Island Supreme Court. Steve has recently focused on the defense of asbestos-related claims by manufacturers, distributors and premises owners, across the country.. Steve is a member of the Rhode Island State and Federal Bar Associations, Defense Counsel of Rhode Island, Defense Research Institute, and past board member of the Roger Williams University Law Alumni Association. He has achieved the Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating and was previously named a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers Magazine.

Experienced business litigation, intellectual property and construction law attorney serving Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

Edward John Mulligan is a native of Rhode Island with a long and interesting career in law. He has been active and in the continuous practice of law since 1965 before Rhode Island and Massachusetts courts, and before Federal and State Hawaiian Courts while serving as Deputy Attorney General for the State of Hawaii. He has tried over one hundred civil and criminal jury trials on both the State and Federal levels.

Denalee McDonald's practice is focused on the defense of medical providers in medical malpractice and professional liability matters, as well as general civil litigation.

Daryl E. Dayian is a principle at the law firm of Carrrara Dayian P.C. Mr. Dayian has been a member of the Bar of the State of Rhode Island since 1993. He is also a member of the Bar of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts [1994] and is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the District of Rhode Island, as well as the United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit. He is a member of the Rhode Island Bar Association, as well as a member of the Superior Court Bench/Bar Committee and the Workers’ Compensation Bench/Bar Committee of the Rhode Island Bar Association.

Andre S. Digou is a member of CRF's Bankruptcy,
Receivership and Insolvency Group; Business & Civil Litigation
Group; and the Business, Corporate and Non-Profit Group. Andre focuses
on insolvency, commercial litigation, and corporate law.
Clients turn to Andre for guidance on a wide range of corporate and
commercial matters—from resolving business disputes and litigating
high-stakes cases to structuring transactions, negotiating contracts,
and closing deals. He represents companies of all sizes, from local
businesses to growing enterprises, and takes pride in offering clear,
strategic advice that aligns with his clients’ business priorities.. As an experienced insolvency lawyer and court-appointed receiver, he
regularly assists businesses, fiduciaries, and stakeholders in
navigating financial distress, restructuring and reorganization,
and asset preservation or liquidation. Andre handles complex creditor
and debtor issues and is frequently appointed by courts or retained as
counsel in insolvency matters across various industries in state and
federal proceedings.. In his litigation practice, Andre represents clients in all types of business disputes, including breach of contract
claims, shareholder disputes, breach of fiduciary duty, and commercial
torts. He practices in Rhode Island and Massachusetts state and federal
courts and handles all phases of litigation—from early investigation and
pleadings through discovery, trial, and appeal. Clients rely on Andre
as a responsive, thorough, and, strategic commercial litigator who brings clarity to legal conflicts.. Andre also advises clients on a full spectrum of corporate law and business transactions,
including entity formation, governance, financings, and deal
structuring. Whether working with established companies or serving as small business legal counsel,
Andre provides practical solutions that support decision-making and
long-term growth. Andre combines deep expertise with practical business
insight to help clients resolve complex disputes and achieve their
goals.. Prior to joining Chace Ruttenberg & Freedman, LLP, Andre practiced at Winograd Shine Land & Finkle, P.C. in Providence.