Maria Caley

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Maria Caley

4.8
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 20 years

Family Lawyer at Newport, RI
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation

35 Touro St, Newport, RI

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About Maria

Biography

Professional and Trustworthy. Call for a free consultation. (401) 239-0184

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

21 years

50%
Family 50%

Custody / Placement Child Support Restraining Orders

21 years

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Rhode Island for 20 years

State: Rhode Island

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Pelletier, Clarke & Caley, LLC

35 Touro St, Newport, RI, 02840-2912

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Maria Caley's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 02, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Exceptional Attorney for Complex Cases

I recently had the privilege of working with Maria Caley who exceeded my expectations in every aspect of my high conflict interstate case involving domestic violence. From start to finish, she displayed an exceptional level of dedication, professionalism, and expertise. I am thrilled to write this re...view to express my utmost gratitude and recommend her services to anyone in need of a compassionate and fierce advocate. Throughout the entire legal process, Ms. Caley consistently consulted with me, ensuring that I was fully informed and actively involved in every decision that needed to be made. Her attention to detail and commitment to keeping me informed every step of the way greatly alleviated my anxieties during this difficult time. I appreciated her willingness to explain all the available options, patiently discussing the pros and cons of each, which enabled me to make well-informed decisions. What impressed me the most about Maria was her unwavering dedication to the best interest of my child. She approached the case with the utmost care, always considering the long-term impact on my child's well-being. Her ability to balance her fierceness in the courtroom with her compassionate nature was truly remarkable. I felt reassured that my child's safety was her top priority. I would not hesitate to retain her services again if needed in the future. Her professionalism, compassion, and fierce dedication make her an invaluable asset in any legal battle. I am forever grateful for the peace of mind she provided throughout the process. She fought tirelessly for my child's safety and ensured that the necessary safeguards were put in place. Without reservation, I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking legal representation in complex custody cases, especially those involving domestic violence.

Posted by Alex | July 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent lawyer

After reading several positive reviews about Maria Caley and her aggressive approach when handling tough cases, I knew I needed to hire her. Maria was a pleasure to work with and was always readily available to answer any questions I had even throughout the pandemic. Despite the challenges presented ...in my case, Maria remained both positive and helpful every step of the way. I was kept well informed from start to finis via phone calls, Emails and documentation provided to me for my own record-keeping (which I greatly appreciated). Maria maintained a clear line of communication throughout the entire process, and always made sure I understood what was going on. I am extremely grateful for all that she’s done for me throughout our time working together, and would not hesitate to use her again in the future if needed. If you are looking for an attorney who is aggressive, knowledgeable and will fight to get you the best possible outcome. I would definitely recommend Maria Caley

Posted by Brian DeShane | June 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

The best Attorney in Rhode Island

I am so very thankful for the dedication, professionalism and above all passion Maria how has for her clients. After 10 long years in a complicated interstate custody battle I was fortunate to have found Maria. She was efficient, very responsive and a beacon of hope to my family. Her attention to ...detail and knowledge of the law are unsurpassed. She was patient with me, always answered my questions and gave objective counsel. Her hard work and diligence resulted in a favorable outcome in my case. I would highly recommend Maria Caley without reservation

Posted by anonymous | July 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Thank you Maria!

I was truly blessed to have found Maria. I had previously had a different lawyer who I felt did not understand or want to understand my situation. Maria listens and keeps you informed each step of the way. Unlike my previous experience she would return my calls in a timely manner and I always felt... like my case was a top priority to her, even though I knew she had many other clients. My divorce was a very complicated and different one. I called many attorneys who did not want to take my case. Maria took me on immediately. She was honest and words cannot describe how supportive she was. She was knowledgeable and when she didn't have the answers she was honest and found them. It is so scary to find yourself in a place of divorce. But truly look no further and give Maria a call!

Posted by Mike | July 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family

Exceptional Representation

Maria has been representing me for years through extremely complex and trying family law litigation and she has excelled in all aspects of her discipline. She has always been knowledgeable, articulate, and well prepared both in court and in the office. Maria also provides amazing support as your advo...cate by making sure you are well informed. She is great at clearly and concisely explaining options and possibilities in a simple and straightforward manner. She is trustworthy in the guidance she provides. I have never once felt that Maria’s focus is anything other than the best possible outcome for my case. She’s a prompt communicator and quickly responds to phone calls and emails. Her billing practices are transparent and fair. Maria is a consummate professional that you can count on.

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Michael Judge

Family lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Maria Caley has an excellent reputation in the practice area of Family Law. She is attentive and responsive to the needs and concerns of her clients. I would highly recommend her services."

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Nelson Brinckerhoff

Family lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Maria on a challenging visitation / child support matter. She was always professional and courteous to work with, while being a strong advocate for her client. We both tried to guide our clients towards an agreement that was acceptable to both sides and were able to do so."

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Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Partner, Pelletier, Clarke & Caley, LLC

2008 - 2010

Attorney, The Family Law Center of Rhode Island

2005 - 2008

Partner, Caley & Euler, LLC

1995 - 1995

Legal Intern, Rhode Island Attorney General's Office

1994 - 1994

Legal Intern, Corcoran, Peckham & Hayes

1993 - 1993

Legal Intern, United States Attorney's Office Department Of Justice

Associations

2012 - Present

Rhode Island Bar Association, Family Court Bench/Bar Committee

2011 - Present

Edward P. Gallogly American Inn of Court

2008 - Present

Newport County Bar Association

Secretary from 2025 to present

2005 - Present

Rhode Island Bar Association

Education

1995

Suffolk University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

University of Rhode Island

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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