Rhode Island Domestic Violence Lawyers | Compare & Review

Domestic Violence law in Rhode Island covers protective orders, restraining orders, safety planning, criminal defense for DV charges, and child custody in DV situations. When these legal matters arise, having the right attorney can make a significant difference in the outcome. Rhode Island has its own statutes, court procedures, and legal standards that apply specifically to domestic violence cases, and attorneys who practice in Superior Court regularly understand the nuances that affect how these matters are resolved.

The statute of limitations for domestic violence matters in Rhode Island is generally 3 years, though specific deadlines vary by case type. Cases proceed through Superior Court, and Rhode Island's state laws may provide protections or requirements that differ from federal standards. The Rhode Island Bar Association sets the professional standards for practitioners, and attorneys who focus on domestic violence in Rhode Island bring jurisdictional expertise that general practitioners often lack.

Choosing the right domestic violence attorney in Rhode Island means evaluating more than just qualifications — it means finding someone who understands the local legal system and has handled similar cases. Use the profiles on this page to compare attorney experience, read client reviews, check office locations, and identify lawyers who offer free initial consultations. Taking the time to compare options can significantly affect your outcome.

Want to understand your legal rights before contacting an attorney? Read our complete guide to domestic violence law in Rhode Island for an in-depth look at Rhode Island's statutes, court procedures, and what outcomes are possible. When you're ready, use the profiles below to compare attorneys and schedule a consultation.

David Slepkow - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Slepkow Slepkow & Associates, Inc.
 6 Wanton Shippee Rd. East Greenwich RI 02818
(401) 437-1100
Roger Williams University
English
U.S. Supreme Court Bar
Active License
Bankruptcy Business Law Civil Rights
Jeffrey Garabedian - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Palumbo Law
 481 Atwood Ave Cranston RI 02920
(401) 490-0994
New England Law | Boston (1991)
English
Rhode Island Bar
Active License
Animal & Dog Law Appeals & Appellate Business Law
Rory Munns - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Criminal Defense Lawyer Rory Munns
 127 Dorrance St Providence RI 02903
(401) 229-5544
Roger Williams University School of Law (2010)
English
Rhode Island Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Divorce Domestic Violence
David Cooper - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Cooper Law Associates
 127 Dorrance St Providence RI 02903
(401) 273-1880
Boston College Law School
English, Spanish
Rhode Island Bar
Active License
Civil Rights Criminal Law Divorce
Clovis Gregor - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Office of Clovis C. Gregor, LLC
 28 Spring St Pawtucket RI 02860
(401) 409-2363
French
Rhode Island Bar
Unknown Status
Consumer Law Divorce Domestic Violence
Christopher Biafore - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
two prominent law firms in Providence, Rhode Island
 253 Main Street East Greenwich RI 02818
(401) 885-0400
Roger Williams University School of Law (2000)
Massachusetts Bar
Unknown Status
Collections Criminal Law Divorce
Robert Craven - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 7405 Post Road North Kingstown RI 02852
(401) 453-2700
New England Law | Boston (1981)
Rhode Island Bar
Active License
Communications & Internet Law Criminal Law Domestic Violence
Stefanie Murphy - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Marin & Murphy Law Firm
 6 Wanton Shippee Rd East Greenwich RI 02818
(401) 316-9423
Roger Williams University School of Law
English
Connecticut Bar
Active License
Cannabis & Marijuana Law Criminal Law Domestic Violence
Don Moyer - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Moyer Law, PC
 51 Jefferson Blvd Warwick RI 02888
(401) 305-2934
Roger Williams University School of Law (1993)
English
U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island Bar
Active License
Divorce Domestic Violence Family Law
Amey F. Cardullo - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Family Law Center, LLC
 38 Bellevue Ave Newport RI 02840
(401) 849-9950
Roger Williams University School of Law (1995)
English
Maine Bar
Active License
Arbitration & Mediation Divorce Domestic Violence
John MacDonald - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 One Turks Head Place, Suite 1440 Providence RI 02903
(401) 421-1440
Suffolk University Law School (1991)
Rhode Island Bar
Active License
Appeals & Appellate Arbitration & Mediation Criminal Law
Jared M. Tomassi - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Tomassi Law Associates
 62 East Ave North Providence RI 02911
(401) 782-2005
Roger Williams University (2002)
Rhode Island Bar
Active License
Arbitration & Mediation Business Law Civil Rights
Whitney R. Anderson - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 Updegrove Law, Ltd. 314 Oliphant Lane Middletown RI 02842
(401) 847-5684
New York Law School (2009)
Rhode Island Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Divorce Domestic Violence
Michael C. Judge - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 150 Main Street Pawtucket RI 02860
(401) 578-4951
New England Law | Boston (1988)
English, Spanish
Rhode Island Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Domestic Violence DUI & DWI
Christopher S. Gontarz - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Lynch & Pine
 26 Washington Square Newport RI 02840
(401) 846-3306
New England Law | Boston (1981)
United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims Bar
Active License
Appeals & Appellate Criminal Law Domestic Violence
Kensley Barrett - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Marin, Barrett, and Murphy Law Office
 6 Wanton Shippee Rd East Greenwich RI 02818
(401) 210-9899
Boston University (2015)
English, Spanish
Rhode Island Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Domestic Violence DUI & DWI
Mark Sales - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Mark Sales Law Office, LLC
 1006 Charles Street, Suite 101 North Providence RI 02904
(401) 721-5557
Unknown Status
Business Law Divorce Domestic Violence
John R. Bernardo III - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 105 Main Street Wakefield RI 02879
(401) 788-0049
New England Law | Boston (1979)
English
Massachusetts Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Domestic Violence DUI & DWI
Christopher Heberg - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Lawyer Christopher Heberg
 5700 Post Road Suite 12 East Greenwich RI 02818
(401) 942-2759
Suffolk University Law School (1997)
English
1st Circuit Bar
Active License
Business Law Divorce Domestic Violence
Louis Abilheira - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Abilheira Law, LLC
 957 Main Street Warren RI 02885
(401) 526-4150
Roger Williams University School of Law (2010)
English
Rhode Island Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Domestic Violence DUI & DWI
Mr. Charles C Calenda - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Inman & Tourgee
 1500 Nooseneck Hill Rd. Coventry RI 02816
(401) 823-9200
University of Miami School of Law (2003)
Connecticut Bar
Active License
Collections Criminal Law Divorce
Melissa Larsen - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Office of Melissa Larsen, Esq.
 1130 Ten Rod Road Meadows Office Park, Unit F-203 North Kingstown RI 02882
(401) 218-0862
Western New England University School of Law (1995)
English
Rhode Island Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Divorce Domestic Violence
Molly Kapstein Cote - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
The Law Offices of Molly Kapstein Cote
 1016 E Main Rd Ste 3D Portsmouth RI 02871
(401) 300-5434
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
English
Unknown Status
Divorce Domestic Violence DUI & DWI
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