Rhode Island Lawyers

Medical Malpractice Law

199 North Main Street, Providence, RI 02903

Amato DeLuca has practiced law for more than three decades, focusing his work in the areas of Medical Negligence, Catastrophic Injury, and Product Liability. Amato earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Bridgeport, then served in the U.S. Army for two years before earning his Juris Doctorate at Suffolk University. Aware of the importance of giving back to the community, Amato volunteered his time doing civil rights work for the ACLU after graduating from law school. In 1995, he established the law firm of DeLuca & Weizenbaum, Ltd., with Miriam Weizenbaum. The firm then changed its name to DeLuca & Associates, Ltd. in 2020 and currently goes by the name DeLuca, Weizenbaum, Barry & Revens, Ltd. His professional memberships include Federal Bar Association (Vice-President, 1982-1983, President-Elect, 1983, and President, 1984-1985, National Delegate, 1985-1997, Rhode Island Chapter) and American Bar Associations; The Association of Trial Lawyers of America (Vice-President, Counsel of President, 1993-1994; Board of Governors, 1995—); Rhode Island Trial Lawyers Association (Member, Board of Governors, 1986—; Vice-President, 1988-1990; President-Elect, 1990-1992; President, 1992-1994); American Inns of Court (Rhode Island Chapter President, 1994-1995); American Board of Trial Advocacy (Vice-President, 1994—); Fellow; Rhode Island Bar Foundation Certified as a Civil Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy; Best Lawyers in America, 2005-present; International Academy of Trial Lawyers. Amato has published and lectured extensively in his field of practice. His authorships include, HMO: Professional Liability-Reporter 1995, ATLA-HMO, 1995; and Essentials of Civil Litigation, ATLA 1996. Among his notable lecture presentations are: Rhode Island Trial Lawyers Association: Proof of Damages, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Rhode Island Rules of Civil Procedure; Mississippi Trial Lawyers Association: Trial Preparation; Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association: Winning with the Masters; Rhode Island Bar Association: Torts and Insurance, Rhode Island Rules of Civil Procedure; The Association of Trial Lawyers of America: Medical Malpractice and HMO’s, Use of Focus Groups in Litigation, Essentials of Civil Litigation, Overcoming Juror Bias; Countering Negative Juror Perceptions and Beliefs; American Association for Justice: Juror Psychodynamics. Amato DeLuca is admitted to practice law in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. He is also admitted to the U.S. District Court, Districts of Rhode Island and Massachusetts, the U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court. Attorney DeLuca was recently featured on the New England Super Lawyers Magazine.

Medical Malpractice Law

199 North Main Street, Providence, RI 02903

Amato DeLuca has been licensed for 48 years and handles cases in Personal Injury, Defective and Dangerous Products. This attorney attended Suffolk University Law School and has an office in Providence, RI.

Real Estate Law

450 VETERANS MEMORIAL PKWY, STE 7A, East Providence, RI 02914

Christopher J. Montalbano has more than 30 years experience in the title business, having started out as a title examiner. Since then he has underwritten and closed some of Rhode Islands largest and most complex transactions. A member of the Rhode Island and Massachusetts Bars, Chris regularly assists other attorneys throughout the region, advising them on complex real estate issues including condominiums, subdivisions, zoning and land use and development, and often serves as an expert witness in real estate related litigation. A frequent lecturer, he is the former president of the Rhode Island Conveyancers Association and a past member of the North Kingstown Zoning Board. He holds a B.A. from Providence College and a Juris Doctor from Suffolk University School of Law.

Workers Compensation Law

230 Algonquin Drive, Warwick, RI 02888

Real Estate Law

1130 Ten Rod Rd, Ste D102, North Kingstown, RI 02852

Area of Practice: Municipal & Government Law

Social Security Disability Law

685 Westminster St, Providence, RI 02903, USA

Donna Nesselbush is a founding partner of Marasco & Nesselbush. Attorney Nesselbush is admitted to practice in Rhode Island, in the United States District Court, and in the United States Court of Appeals. Donna Nesselbush has represented thousands of Social Security Disability claimants at all levels of review before the Social Security Administration, the Office of Disability Adjudication and Review, the Appeals Council, the United States District Court, and the United States Court of Appeals. She is a 1984 graduate of Brown University, where she received the Sarah Doyle Prize “for having made a significant contribution to women on campus and in the community.” She graduated cum laude from Suffolk University School of Law, where she was selected to write for the Law Review, and was also awarded the Leo J. Wyman Award for having “contributed most to advancing the civic and professional responsibilities of a lawyer.” She is a founder and the Chair of the Rhode Island Bar Association’s Social Security Disability Committee. She is an active member of the American and Rhode Island Associations for Justice. She is a “sustaining member” of the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives. Attorney Nesselbush serves as a Municipal Court Judge for the City of Pawtucket and is a Rhode Island State Senator.

Criminal Defense Law

72 Clifford Street, #300, Providence, RI 02903

Attorney John L. Calcagni III is a very experienced criminal defense trial attorney. He formerly served as a military prosecutor in the U.S. Army JAG Corps and as a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney with the U.S. Department of Justice. Attorney Calcagni is admitted to practice in state and federal courts in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, and Florida. He is also licensed in the U.S. Supreme Court, a number of U.S. Courts of Appeals, multiple U.S. District Courts and military courts. As a former federal prosecutor, Attorney Calcagni handled countless cases involving drug trafficking; domestic violence; assault; weapons; gang-related crime; manslaughter; murder; child pornography; solicitation of minors; child abuse; rape; burglary; breaking and entering; terrorism-related offenses; fraud; conspiracy; motor vehicle offenses; DUI or DWI or OUI; and military specific crimes. He now uses the valuable experience gained as prosecutor to defend his many clients.

Criminal Defense Law

72 Clifford St, Suite 300, Providence, RI 02903

Attorney Calcagni is an extremely experienced and skilled criminal defense trial lawyer. Before entering private practice, he formerly served as a military prosecutor in the U.S. Army JAG Corps and Special Assistant U.S. Attorney with the U.S. Department of Justice and U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of New York. Attorney Calcagni is admitted to practice in state and federal courts in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, and Florida. He is admitted in other U.S. District Courts, the U.S. Courts of Appeals for the First and Second Circuits, and also in the United States Supreme Court. As a former federal prosecutor, Attorney Calcagni prosecuted countless cases involving charges of drug use, drug possession, drug distribution, and drug trafficking; simple and domestic assault; battery; assault and battery; domestic battery; felony assault; assault with deadly weapons; assault with dangerous weapons; gang-related assault; manslaughter; murder; attempted murder; possession of child pornography, receipt of child pornography, manufacture or creation of child pornography and distribution of child pornography; solicitation of minors and indecent solicitation of minors; child abuse; child molestation, rape; sexual assault; statutory rape; indecent assault; indecent assault and battery; weapons-related charges; firearms charges; burglary; breaking and entering; robbery; theft of government property; possession of bomb-making materials; terrorism-related offenses; fraud; identity fraud; larceny; destruction of property; financial crimes; traffic violations; driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs; trespassing; conspiracy; and attempt-related offenses. Attorney Calcagni now uses the extensive investigation and trial experience he acquired as a federal prosecutor to represent his clients in Criminal Defense matters in State, Federal and Military Courts. He has more individual trial experience than most other attorneys in the market. He also has a well-known and proven track record of not guilty verdicts, acquittals, and lenient sentences, even for the most serious crimes.

Medical Malpractice Law

199 North Main Street, Providence, RI 02903

Kate received her Bachelor of Science degree from Providence College, and her Juris Doctorate degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She represents clients in both state and federal courts. Before joining DeLuca, Weizenbaum, Barry & Revens, Ltd., Kate served as a Special Assistant Attorney General for the Department of the Rhode Island Attorney General. She has successfully handled hundreds of cases as a litigator in Rhode Island Superior, District, and Family Courts. She has prosecuted over 25 jury trials and brings extensive in-court experience to the practice. Kate is a member of the Rhode Island Bar Association, the Rhode Island Association for Justice, and the Rhode Island Women’s Bar Association. Kate is admitted to the bar in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. She is also admitted to the United States District Courts for the Districts of Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

Collections Law

1 davol square, Suite 305, Providence, RI 02903

Lynda L. Laing practices litigation, commercial law and creditors’ rights at Strauss, Factor, Laing & Lyons in Providence, Rhode Island. She earned her law degree at Case Western Reserve University Law School in 1983, the year of her Michigan bar admission. Her undergraduate degree is an A.B. from Albion College. Rhode Island admitted her to the bar in 1984; her admission to its federal district court came in 1985. Laing has also lectured on collections and bankruptcy. She spoke on those subjects for the National Business Institute in 1988 and for the Rhode Island Bar Association in 1995. Her writing for the Rhode Island Bar Journal includes an October 1987 article titled “Fair Debt Collection Practices Act” and a December 1989 piece, “The Federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act Revised.” A separate article, published in June 1988, addressed Article 6 of the Uniform Commercial Code. Her professional service includes serving as District Court Bench Bar chairperson in 1995. The firm also lists her work with the Rhode Island Bar Association Annual Meeting Committee in 1996 and the Supreme Court User Friendly Committee in 1997. Among the other associations recorded in her biography are the Commercial Law League of America, American Bankruptcy Institute and Inns of Court. The District Court Constable Disciplinary Committee appears in that record, too.

Estate Planning Law

301 Promenade Street, Providence, RI 02908

Lynn holds the position of partner and Chairperson of the estate planning group at the firm. Her expertise lies in providing guidance to individuals, business owners, professionals, and families on matters of wealth preservation, asset transfer, and charitable giving. Lynn employs sophisticated estate planning and settlement techniques, ensuring clients' assets are passed on according to their wishes while minimizing gift, estate, and income taxes. She has extensive experience in structuring inter-generational asset transfers, tax planning, retirement and elder law planning, business succession planning, and asset protection planning. In addition, Lynn represents executors and trustees in the administration of estates and trusts. She is skilled in obtaining Superior Court approval for trust accountings, modifications, and terminations. Lynn has considerable expertise in handling guardianship and conservatorship cases before the Probate Courts. She collaborates with attorneys from the Litigation Group within the firm, representing individual and corporate fiduciaries in probate, guardianship, and trust proceedings involving fiduciary liability issues, will contests, accountings, and related court matters. Lynn's legal career began with a clerkship at the Rhode Island Supreme Court, serving as a law clerk to The Honorable Chief Justice Joseph R. Weisberger and Associate Justice Robert G. Flanders. She then joined the law firm Hinckley, Allen & Snyder, practicing in both their Providence and Boston offices. Recognized for her expertise, Lynn is a highly sought-after instructor at continuing legal education seminars organized by the Rhode Island Bar Association. She is also a guest on WPRI 12 Money Pros, contributing her insights and knowledge in the field.

In House Counsel

1 Tall Pines Dr, Barrington, RI 02806

Civil Litigation

127 Dorrance St, Floor 2, Providence, RI 02903

Mark A. Fay is a personal injury lawyer in Providence, Rhode Island, and a partner at Murphy & Fay, LLP. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in political science and public administration at Providence College, graduating cum laude, and a Juris Doctor at Syracuse University College of Law.

Criminal Defense Law

17 Narragansett Ave W, South Kingstown, RI 02879, USA

Michael Brady spent 20 years in law enforcement including 11 years as Chief of Police, and his extensive investigative background in police work provides him with a unique perspective in case evaluation. Mr. Brady began his legal career after retiring from law enforcement in 1998 and has been in private practice since 2003. He regularly practices in the areas of DUI/DWI/drunk driving, personal injury claims, criminal defense, motor vehicle offenses, contracts, wills, and trusts. He regularly handles matters before the Rhode Island Traffic Tribunal, District Court, and Superior Court. He is also admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court. Mr. Brady earned his J.D. from New England School of Law. He is a member of the Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Federal Bar associations. He also holds a B.S. in Administration of Justice from Roger Williams University and a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Rhode Island.

Car Accident & Injury Law

1011 Smith Street, Providence, RI 02908

Michael Lombardi is the founder of Mike Lombardi - Injury-Accident-Criminal Lawyers. His firm represents clients in a broad spectrum of legal matters with a focus on personal injury, civil litigation and criminal defense. He has received national acclaim in the course of his legal career and has been honored as “Nation’s Top One Percent” by National Association of Distinguished Counsel (NADC), “Top 100 Civil Plaintiffs’” attorney by the National Trial Lawyers and by NADC, “Top 10 Personal Injury Attorney” by Attorney & Practice Magazines, “Top 10 % for Excellence in Personal Injury and Criminal Defense” by Lawyers of Distinction, “10 Best Attorneys—Rhode Island” by American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys, and “Top 10 Under 40” by National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys. He has successfully litigated countless difficult legal situations. Michael has made a name for himself as a competent and results-oriented attorney who is committed to h his clients.

Personal Injury Law

130 Westminster St #114, Providence, RI 02903, USA

Attorney. Entrepreneur. Philanthropist. Rob Levine wears many hats, but his passion for standing up for those in need runs through everything he does. Over more than 24 years of legal experience, Rob earned the nickname “THE HEAVY HITTER®” by fiercely advocating for those with injuries and disabilities. Since founding Rob Levine Law, Rob has helped more than 50,000 people recover more than $2 billion in personal injury compensation and disability benefits. The firm handles social security and veterans’ disability claims nationwide and has built a strong personal injury presence in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. Rob’s exemplary leadership and passion for serving others shine through his collection of legal, professional, and philanthropic ventures. Rob’s success led him to start a company to support, assist, and empower other law firms. Rob Levine Legal Solutions offers an array of essential services designed to help firms grow, including medical record retrieval, international staffing and training, mastermind and consulting programs, and technology services. Rob even teaches seminars and provides consultations, showcasing his dedication to helping other firms thrive like his. From his work as a military police officer, retired local Central Falls police officer, paramedic, and ski patroller through his legal and entrepreneurial careers, Rob has made a lifelong commitment to serving his community and keeping others safe. Through Rob Levine Gives Back, Rob spearheads annual charity efforts like giving away 500 Thanksgiving turkeys and donating 1,000 backpacks. The program even provides free Uber vouchers on holidays to help prevent drunk driving. Additionally, Rob hosts the annual Family Fun Fest in Providence, RI which features a petting zoo, face painting, clowns, performers, stilt walkers, jugglers, music, food trucks, and carnival games. In his spare time, Rob enjoys skiing, staying active, and seeking out new challenges. Of all his accomplishments, Rob is most proud of becoming a father to his daughter, Chelsea, who now serves her community as a registered nurse.

Family and Divorce Law

320 Newport Ave, Rumford, RI 02916

Skilled in litigation, arbitration, and mediation, including complex divorce and related domestic relations matters, Attorney Bill Lynch has over 30 years of experience representing clients before virtually every court and government agency in Rhode Island. In addition to litigation experience, Bill has tremendous expertise in assisting clients in the areas of governmental relations and on legislative issues. Bill has tremendous expertise and experience as a government consultant having represented numerous individual and institutional clients in all areas at the executive, legislative and regulatory levels. Bill previously served as the Chair of the Rhode Island Democratic Party for over 12 years, the longest leadership term of any party in Rhode Island history. Bill has successfully represented clients in numerous and varied areas of litigation including personal injury, corporate litigation, and criminal defense and has practiced before all RI courts.

Medical Malpractice Law

199 North Main Street, Providence, RI 02903

Amato DeLuca has practiced law for more than three decades, focusing his work in the areas of Medical Negligence, Catastrophic Injury, and Product Liability. Amato earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Bridgeport, then served in the U.S. Army for two years before earning his Juris Doctorate at Suffolk University. Aware of the importance of giving back to the community, Amato volunteered his time doing civil rights work for the ACLU after graduating from law school. In 1995, he established the law firm of DeLuca & Weizenbaum, Ltd., with Miriam Weizenbaum. The firm then changed its name to DeLuca & Associates, Ltd. in 2020. His professional memberships include Federal Bar Association (Vice-President, 1982-1983, President Elect, 1983, and President, 1984-1985, National Delegate, 1985-1997, Rhode Island Chapter) and American Bar Associations; The Association of Trial Lawyers of America (Vice-President, Counsel of President, 1993-1994; Board of Governors, 1995—); Rhode Island Trial Lawyers Association (Member, Board of Governors, 1986—; Vice-President, 1988-1990; President Elect, 1990-1992; President, 1992-1994); American Inns of Court (Rhode Island Chapter President, 1994-1995); American Board of Trial Advocacy (Vice-President, 1994—); Fellow; Rhode Island Bar Foundation Certified as a Civil Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy; Best Lawyers in America, 2005-present; International Academy of Trial Lawyers. Amato has published and lectured extensively in his field of practice. His authorships include, HMO: Professional Liability-Reporter 1995, ATLA-HMO, 1995; and Essentials of Civil Litigation, ATLA 1996. Among his notable lecture presentations are: Rhode Island Trial Lawyers Association: Proof of Damages, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Rhode Island Rules of Civil Procedure; Mississippi Trial Lawyers Association: Trial Preparation; Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association: Winning with the Masters; Rhode Island Bar Association: Torts and Insurance, Rhode Island Rules of Civil Procedure; The Association of Trial Lawyers of America: Medical Malpractice and HMO's, Use of Focus Groups in Litigation, Essentials of Civil Litigation, Overcoming Juror Bias; Countering Negative Juror Perceptions and Beliefs; American Association for Justice: Juror Psychodynamics. Amato DeLuca is admitted to practice law in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. He is also admitted to the U.S. District Court, Districts of Rhode Island and Massachusetts, the U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court.

Medical Malpractice Law

199 N Main St, Providence, RI 02903

Amato DeLuca has practiced law for more than three decades, focusing his work in the areas of Medical Negligence, Catastrophic Injury, and Product Liability. Amato earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Bridgeport, then served in the U.S. Army for two years before earning his Juris Doctorate at Suffolk University. Aware of the importance of giving back to the community, Amato volunteered his time doing civil rights work for the ACLU after graduating from law school. In 1995, he established the law firm of DeLuca & Weizenbaum, Ltd., with Miriam Weizenbaum. The firm then changed its name to DeLuca & Associates, Ltd. in 2020 and currently goes by the name DeLuca, Weizenbaum, Barry & Revens, Ltd. His professional memberships include Federal Bar Association (Vice-President, 1982-1983, President Elect, 1983, and President, 1984-1985, National Delegate, 1985-1997, Rhode Island Chapter) and American Bar Associations; The Association of Trial Lawyers of America (Vice-President, Counsel of President, 1993-1994; Board of Governors, 1995—); Rhode Island Trial Lawyers Association (Member, Board of Governors, 1986—; Vice-President, 1988-1990; President Elect, 1990-1992; President, 1992-1994); American Inns of Court (Rhode Island Chapter President, 1994-1995); American Board of Trial Advocacy (Vice-President, 1994—); Fellow; Rhode Island Bar Foundation Certified as a Civil Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy; Best Lawyers in America, 2005-present; International Academy of Trial Lawyers. Amato has published and lectured extensively in his field of practice. His authorships include, HMO: Professional Liability-Reporter 1995, ATLA-HMO, 1995; and Essentials of Civil Litigation, ATLA 1996. Among his notable lecture presentations are: Rhode Island Trial Lawyers Association: Proof of Damages, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Rhode Island Rules of Civil Procedure; Mississippi Trial Lawyers Association: Trial Preparation; Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association: Winning with the Masters; Rhode Island Bar Association: Torts and Insurance, Rhode Island Rules of Civil Procedure; The Association of Trial Lawyers of America: Medical Malpractice and HMO's, Use of Focus Groups in Litigation, Essentials of Civil Litigation, Overcoming Juror Bias; Countering Negative Juror Perceptions and Beliefs; American Association for Justice: Juror Psychodynamics. Amato DeLuca is admitted to practice law in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. He is also admitted to the U.S. District Court, Districts of Rhode Island and Massachusetts, the U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court. Attorney DeLuca was recently featured on the New England Super Lawyers Magazine.

Criminal Defense Law

72 Clifford Street, Suite 300, Providence, RI 02903

Law Firm of John L. Calcagni, III Attorney John L. Calcagni III is a very experienced criminal defense trial attorney. He formerly served as a military prosecutor in the U.S. Army JAG Corps and as a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney with the U.S. Department of Justice. Attorney Calcagni is admitted to practice in state and federal courts in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, and Florida. He is also licensed in the U.S. Supreme Court, a number of U.S. Courts of Appeals, multiple U.S. District Courts and military courts. As a former federal prosecutor, Attorney Calcagni handled countless cases involving drug trafficking; domestic violence; assault; weapons; gang-related crime; manslaughter; murder; child pornography; solicitation of minors; child abuse; rape; burglary; breaking and entering; terrorism-related offenses; fraud; conspiracy; motor vehicle offenses; DUI or DWI or OUI; and military specific crimes. He now uses the valuable experience gained as prosecutor to defend his many clients.

In House Counsel

1 Tall Pines Drive, Barrington, RI 02806