Christopher A Pearsall

Christopher A Pearsall

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 25 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Warwick, RI
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Support, Child Custody, Alimony

3970 Post Road, Warwick, RI

About Christopher

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 92%

Divorce cases are my primary family area practice in all counties in Rhode Island. Family law is the only area I have practiced for 13 years and is my primary area of expertise.

25 years | 1,262 cases

92%
Child Support 5%

Collection of Child Support due to non-payment of Court Orders to the recipient parent as well as filing of and defense of Contempt Motions, Motions for Child Support Modification, Childcare Costs, Medical Support, etc...

25 years | 69 cases

5%
Child Custody 2%

Child Custody matters incidental to divorce cases as well as Child Custody Disputes as they relate to Legal Custody and Change of Physical Placement as well as Possible Child Relocation.

25 years | 27 cases

2%
Alimony 1%

Alimony consistent with divorce cases but specifically here as to thecollection of alimony when payor spouse has failed or refused to pay the recipient spouse.

25 years | 14 cases

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 200-350 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Rhode Island for 25 years

State: Rhode Island

Acquired: 2000

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Christopher A Pearsall

3970 Post Road, Warwick, RI, 02886

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Christopher A Pearsall's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by Craig Boyle | April 3, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Child Support

I was in need of lowering my Child support, 1 of my Boy's has already reached the age of 18 and my other is about to. I was going to handle this on my own, thinking it was a open and shut case. After reading the overwhelming snip it's online about how bad that really was to represent yourself, I star...ted having 2nd thoughts. Then my Divorce started to flash through my head on how expensive that was to retain the Lawyer, then the court/filing fee's etc..etc.. So this time instead of looking up the top names in RI, I decided to surf the web for reasonable Attorneys. I am glad I did that and glad I came across Mr. Pearsall, he was and is nothing short of professional, called me back when needed, answered all my e-mails in a timely manner and recommended we try and get both Boy's child support terminated together so I would not have to go back to court again in 2 months. Glad to say with his help and guidance all went well today, and I am now free of Child support. Would recommend Mr. Pearsall to anyone in need of a Lawyer that will work for you.

Christopher Pearsall

Replied last April 20, 2017

Craig, Thank you so very much for your kind review. I am only as effective as the good clients I work with who remain open-minded and listen to me so that we can achieve the result you want. You are just as much responsible for this great result for you as I was. Thank you for being a fantastic client! I'm glad I had both the pleasure and privilege of representing you and that we worked out a way to get the result you needed at a reduced cost. It's receiving a genuine thank you like this that makes it worth doing what I do. I am here should you or anyone you know need me in the future.

Posted by anonymous | July 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Only wish I had found Attorney Pearsall earlier

After what I thought was a mutual and uncontested divorce I had to retain Attorney Pearsall when my X began alienating my children from me and threatening to litigate against me if I did not pay more in child support that I was required, or pay her additional monies she was not entitled to. I unfortu...nately handled the case PRO SE and made a few legal errors which came back to haunt me. Attorney Pearsall was able to block litigations against me attempting to extract additional monies, and get a court ruling providing for once a week parenting time with my minor daughter. If I had retained his services instead of going it PRO SE things would have been so much easier and turned out so much better for me and my kids.

Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2015

Lucky to find Attorney Christopher Pearsall

I was served with divorce papers only one week before a court hearing and was expected to answer. By law 30 days are required to answer. I had no idea how to proceed with this under the stress I was in on such short notice. I was desperate to find legal representation at the last minute. Beside the... fact of the stress I was under because my husband was divorcing me for another woman. Having little experience at this situation left me anxious and afraid. I did an internet search for local attorneys and stumbled upon attorney Christopher Pearsall's website www.rhodeislanddivorcetips.com. Being a skeptic, I scoured the internet to find reviews on Attorney Pearsall's work. He seemed like an honest guy so I took a chance. Under the time constraints, Attorney Pearsall came through for me literally the day of my hearing. He handled everything for me with the utmost professionalism and reassured me that everything would turn out alright. Attorney Pearsall also did not charge me an arm and a leg for his service like some attorneys. He kept me informed while waiting for my husband's attorney to file the final documents, late once again. Going through a divorce is tough enough, make sure you get a professional attorney that is concerned for your interest. Attorney Christopher Pearsall is that person. He will prove that to you. I highly recommend attorney Christopher Pearsall.

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"I endorse this lawyer. He is a great lawyer!"

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"A highly experienced, well-rounded and compassionate attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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John O'Brien

Alimony lawyer | May 14

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"A truly excellent attorney well respected in the legal community. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Alimony lawyer | Apr 18

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Unknown lawyer | Mar 22

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"Christopher A. Pearsall is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show his commitment to serving clients very well. He is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly."

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Kimberly Bishop

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 01

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"Christopher Pearsall is a great advocate for his clients! I highly recommend him!"

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Shaye Larkin

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 19

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"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Pearsall donates numerous hours each week to responding to questions on AVVO. His responses show a depth of knowledge and experience, as well as a caring nature."

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David Mahood

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 17

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"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Pearsall is caring and compassionate and he has the depth of knowledge and experience necessary to help with your legal challenges. Give him a call for legal assistance. You will be glad you did."

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Chris Limberopoulos

Unknown lawyer | Jan 14

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"Chris Pearsall is an outstanding member of the legal community who is well respected by his peers and well regarded by his thankful clients."

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Edward Weinstein

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 14

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"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Christopher Pearsall is a caring and experienced Rhode Island attorney with a law practice devoted exclusively to divorce and family law."

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Jeffrey Lapin

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 08

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jayson Lutzky

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 31

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

1996

Computer Assisted Legal Research Award, WESTLAW

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Solo Practitioner, Law Office of Attorney Christopher A. Pearsall

2007 - Present

Attorney, Rhode Island Divorce & Coaching Institute

2000 - 2007

Attorney, Pearsall Law Associates

Associations

2000 - Present

Rhode Island Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Trombley v. Trombley

Father proven the drug addict. Mother awarded a divorce, sole custody and physical placement of the minor child child awarded to mom. Father precluded from visitation until successful completion of rehabilitation and successive clean drug screens.

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Education

1999

Roger Williams University, Ralph R. Papitto School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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