R.J. Connelly III

R.J. Connelly III

4.6
Rating: 5.6

Licensed for 29 years

Financial markets and services Lawyer at Pawtucket, RI
Practice Areas: Financial Markets and Services, Estate Planning, Elder Law, Probate

372 Broadway, Suite A, Pawtucket, RI

About R.J.

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Elder Law 25%

Attorney Connelly is one of four Certified Elder Law Attorneys in Rhode Island. This certification by the National Elder Law Foundation identifies those lawyers who possess the enhanced knowledge, skills, experience, and proficiency to be designated a Certified Elder Law Attorney.

31 years | 1,000 cases

25%
Estate Planning 25%

We provide simple to sophisticated estate planning advise to clients throughout Rhode Island, Massachusetts and Connecticut.

31 years | 1,000 cases

25%
Financial Markets and Services 25%

We provide a wide range of fiduciary services to clients including acting as trustee, attorney in fact, and court appointments such as guardian, executor or commissioner.

31 years | 1,000 cases

25%
Probate 25%

We provide representation to clients throughout Rhode Ilsand, Massachusetts and Connectucut in the areas of Probate planning, administration and litigation.

31 years | 1,000 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 150-350 per hour

Contingency

25%-33%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Connecticut for 28 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1997

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2022

Licensed in Massachusetts for 29 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1996

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2022

Licensed in Rhode Island for 29 years

State: Rhode Island

Acquired: 1996

Active

Location

Connelly Law Offices, Ltd.

372 Broadway, Suite A, Pawtucket, RI, 02860

Connelly Law Offices, Ltd.

60 Willow Street, Unit 103, Mystic, CT, 06355

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R.J. Connelly III's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

5 star (9)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
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1 star (1)

Posted by anonymous | October 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Unresponsive and lacks communication

I am extremely disappointed with the services provided by [Law Firm Name]. They took over the legal conservatorship of my elderly relative and completely failed to communicate about her needs. Despite numerous emails and requests from our family, we received no response. This lack of communication an...d disregard for our concerns is unacceptable. I would not recommend their services to anyone in need of compassionate and responsive legal assistance."

Posted by Lisa | February 16, 2021 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Dedication to families and community

As a long term care health professional, I understand the importance of caring for our elders and disabled. RJ Connelly and his team are committed to serving the needs of this population and do so with professionalism and passion. Their dedication is commendable. I also love the work they do in provi...ding community education. Through free workshops, podcasts, blogs and radio show topics, it is clear that their efforts are genuine in providing knowledge so that all people can make informed decisions about their health and wellbeing. This community outreach is second to none. The law firm is highly recommended.

Posted by David | March 9, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Estate Planning and Fiduciary Services

Our family went to RJ and his team for estate planning and the development of a trust. We were more than pleased by the service, the professionalism of his team and the updates they provided us with. We then asked Attorney Connelly to take over the bill paying services for our elderly parents. The...ir caring and oversight, I am convinced, have kept our parents living independently in their home with less stress. We sleep easier at night knowing that RJ and his team of legal and fiduciary professionals are on our side. I just can't say enough positive things about this firm. Thank goodness they exist.

Posted by anonymous | September 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Elder Law Attorney

RJ was hired to assist me in requesting Medicaid assistance for my wife . when she had to go to a nursing home for Alzheimer's. We communicated very well and there were many complications but he did it.

Posted by Jay | September 8, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Couldn't be happier with his professional service

My business partners and I used Attorney Connelly to complete several business documents. We had many questions before the process started and while he was preparing the documents. Attorney Connelly was not only accessible when we had a question but he took the time to make the process easy to unders...tand. We were not only comfortable with his knowledge of the process but we felt that he valued us as clients. Our business is up and running without a hitch and Attorney Connelly allowed us to concentrate on our business while he prepared and filed all of our paperwork. He was recommended to us by a family friend and we have since recommended him to members of our family. It's a good feeling knowing we now have someone we can not only trust but we can count on as our business and family Attorney.

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R.J. Connelly III's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse R.J.
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Joseph Proietta

Elder law lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicholas Lambros

Guardianship lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Palumbo

Elder law lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. We worked together on a complicated Elder Care matter. I was very impressed by Attorney Connelly's competence with the legal matter and compassion with his client. I highly recommend Attorney R.J. Connelly. Attorney Richard Palumbo"

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Maria Caley

Elder law lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Attorney Connelly on an extremely difficult guardianship matter. His expertise and diligence was of tremendous assistance to myself, the ward and the court."

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Richard Palumbo

Real estate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  5.6 (Average)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2022.

Reciprocal - Public Reprimand/Admonishment issued in MA, 2022

updated on 01/06/2023

This means that the attorney's misconduct in another state, or jurisdiction, also violated the rules for practicing law in Massachusetts.

Reprimand issued in CT, 2022

updated on 07/27/2022

A reprimand is an order from the Statewide Grievance Committee after it has found that an attorney has engaged in ethical misconduct. If an attorney receives more than 3 reprimands in 5 years, a presentment must be filed against the attorney so the Superior Court can decide if more serious discipline should be ordered.

Honors

2017

Top Attorneys North America-Elder Law, Who's Who Top Attorneys of North America

2017

Estate Planning Award, Lawyers of Distinction

2016

Elder Lawyer of the Year, lawyer's Monthly

2016

Ten Best Estate Planning Attorneys, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2011

Hero Award for protecting Elder Rights, Alliance for Better Long Term Care

2008

Certified Elder Law Attorney, National Elder Law Foundation

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Certified Elder Law Attorney, CONNELLY LAW OFFICES

2000 - 2014

President, PROFESSIONAL FIDUCIARAY ADVISORS, INC.

Associations

2014 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Rhode Island Bar Association- Elder Law Subcommittee

Member

2010 - Present

Stonington Commission on Aging

Member

2010 - Present

American Association of Daily Money Managers

Member

2009 - Present

National Elder Law Foundation

Certified Elder Law Attorney

2007 - Present

Pawtucket Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

National Council on Aging

Member

2001 - Present

Rhode Island Bar Association, Probate and Trust Committee

Member

2001 - Present

Alliance for Better Long Term Care

Member

1998 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Certified Elder Law Attorney

Education

1995

Quinnipiac University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

Suffolk Law School

1991

Providence College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Last Will and Embezzelment

Elderly Exploitation

Publications

2017

Connelly Law Offices, Ltd. Estate Planning Services Brochure

2017

2017

Connelly Law Offices, Ltd. Wealth Management Brochure

2017

Connelly Law Offices, Ltd. The Probate Process Brochure

2017

Connelly Law Offices, Ltd. In Service and Community Trainings Brochure

2011

Senior Digest Some Thoughts on Powers of Attorney

Languages

English

Activity

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