Kevin O. Hagan

Kevin O. Hagan

5.0
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 24 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Newport, RI
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Divorce & Separation

117 Bellevue Avenue, Unit 200D, Newport, RI

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Licenses

Licensed in Rhode Island for 24 years

State: Rhode Island

Acquired: 2001

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 24 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2002

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Kevin O. Hagan Attorney At Law

117 Bellevue Avenue, Unit 200D, Newport, RI, 02840

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Kevin O. Hagan's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

90 Client Reviews

Showing 31 - 35 of 90 reviews

Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2020 | Business

Great Outcome

I reached out to Kevin for some legal advice for my business. Kevin was responsive, took the time to fully understand my situation, and worked closely with me to bring favorable resolution. Kevin and his team communicated with me often throughout the process, and went above and beyond to help facilit...ate closure.

Kevin Hagan

Replied last February 27, 2020

Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for taking the time to provide a review of your experience working with my office, your positive feedback is greatly appreciated. Best Regards, Kevin

Posted by anonymous | February 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Kevin is Amazing; Work With the Best!

I don't know where to start this review, because Kevin is amazing in so many ways. I hired Kevin recently, and from the start he made me feel at ease, and made me feel like I was his only client. He expertly laid out the details of where things stood, and he worked his magic to make sure that he got ...me the best deal possible. He is extremely smart, personable, very seasoned, and his advice is invaluable. I absolutely - in the highest possible terms - recommend Kevin. Don’t risk hiring someone else when you can hire the best. I’m extremely pleased with his results!

Kevin Hagan

Replied last February 14, 2020

Thank you for taking the time to provide a review of your experience working with my office. It is fantastic to hear positive feedback and that you would recommend my services to others. All the best to you in the future. Kevin

Posted by anonymous | February 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Kevin Hagan is not only the lawyer you want, he is the lawyer you need!

We couldn’t have been luckier. Kevin Hagan was precisely the lawyer our family needed at a time when our options appeared bleak, and consequences potentially dire. Not only was he able to deliver on each and every one of his promises, but his friendly, compassionate and highly professional counsel al...lowed us to remain calm in a time of extreme anxiety. His legal fees were exceptionally fair, as well. Kevin is clearly respected within the RI legal community, and these relationships worked to provide the best possible outcome for our situation. My family and I are tremendously thankful we found Kevin Hagan and I highly recommend his legal services.

Kevin Hagan

Replied last February 12, 2020

Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for taking the time to provide positive feedback regarding your experience working with my office. It is extremely rewarding to hear that you were pleased with the outcome of your case, and that you would recommend my services to others. Many Thanks and all the best to you in the future. Kevin

Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Highly Recommend

Mr. Hagan not only handled my case with patience, composure, and professionalism, but most importantly, clearly explained every step in the process in order to ensure there was no missing information nor questions remaining. Kevin was not only personable, but responses to emails/calls in a respectab...le amount of time. I would highly recommend Mr. Hagan and his team!

Posted by Patrick | December 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Mr

Kevin was upfront, personable and hard working for my case. He took care of everything I needed.

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Kevin O. Hagan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ferenc Karoly

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kevin is a great guy and lawyer. I have worked with him for many years and he is a solid guy you will be happy to have in your corner."

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Michael Farley

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kevin is an outstanding criminal defense attorney. When I have a question on a legal matter, he is usually my first call. He has a wealth of experience, and is highly regarded by state/local prosecutors and by our judges. No one can find holes in a prosecutor's case like Kevin Hagan!"

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Alexander Walsh

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I refer all my criminal matters to Mr. Hagen. He always does an outstanding job."

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Joseph Hook

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kevin is an excellent attorney who is attentive to his client's interests. He is a former prosecutor who is particularly skilled in criminal defense. Kevin is admirable in that he takes hard cases."

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Regina Schwarzenberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I can truly endorse Kevin with boundless enthusiasm in all his chosen areas of practice. He is a consummate professional; knowledgeable, articulate, up to date with an innate ability to discuss matters clearly and understandably for his wide range of clients. He is well respected in all communities:legal, law enforcement and social. In all matters in which i have worked with Attorney Hagan, they have proved a learning experience for me, as well. Without reservation, I recommend him as an excellent, devoted, steadfast practitioner. I am proud to be a member of the same legal community."

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Thomas Connolly

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Kevin Hagan. He is an excellent trial attorney. He is a skillful advocate who consistently gets exceptional results for his clients. I have had the privilege of working alongside Kevin for several years, and I am always impressed with his professionalism, knowledge of the law and demeanor in the courtroom."

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Adam Thayer

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kevin is one of the preeminent Rhode Island criminal defense attorneys. He has been both a mentor and a friend to me throughout my legal career. I fully endorse him without hesitation."

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Melissa Larsen

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kevin is an excellent criminal defense attorney. He has an unmatched ability to build lasting relationships with members in the community, including attorneys and law enforcement professionals, as well as his clients. Kevin's tenacity is exhibited in every case he is involved. I highly recommend Kevin."

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Daniel Neal

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Kevin Hagan's prior experience as a Prosecutor for the Rhode Island Attorney General's Office provided him with the great opportunity to understand both sides of the law. Kevin has turned his experience into a great benefit for his client, routinely providing superb legal advice and service to his clients. Kevin Hagan is a top-notch attorney and you should not feel worried about securing Kevin Hagan as your legal counsel. I would recommend any criminal defense client to Kevin Hagan."

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Michael Mineau

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lawrence Signore

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Kevin is a former Rhode Island state prosecutor and knows the law, the process, and how to get things done for his clients. You will be well served by Mr. Hagan."

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James Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Outstanding lawyer. Proven record and his clients have the benefit of his experience as a Rhode Island prosecutor. He is well respected by the criminal bar in Rhode Island."

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Melissa Larsen

Criminal defense lawyer

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Craig Hein

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Lawrence Signore

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Citizens Citation, City of Providence

2010

Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition, United States Senator Sheldon Whitehouse

2010

Men Who Make a Difference, Women's Resource Center of Rhode Island

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney, Kevin O. Hagan Attorney at Law

2010 - Present

Bail Commissioner, Rhode Island Judiciary

2008 - Present

Adjunct Professor, Community College of Rhode Island

2009 - 2011

Associate, Houlihan, Managhan, Kyle, LLP

2003 - 2009

Special Assistant Attorney General, State of Rhode Island Office of the Attorney General

2001 - 2002

Law Clerk, Rhode Island Judiciary

Associations

2002 - Present

Newport County Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

Federal District Court of Rhode Island

Member

2001 - Present

Rhode Island Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

Rhode Island State Bar

Member

2004 - 2007

Roger Williams Law School Alumni Board

Board Member

Education

2001

Roger Williams University, Ralph R. Papitto School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Providence College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Law Talk Law Talk

Languages

English

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