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As an experienced, Rhode Island and Massachusetts Family Court trial lawyer, Attorney Rui P. Alves practices before all Rhode Island and Massachusetts State Courts, including the Providence, Kent, Washington and Newport Family Courts. He strives to help his clients get their fair day in court and their proper justice each time he steps before a court of law. Rui P. Alves is a tri-lingual attorney who is fluent in both Portuguese and Spanish. He learned these languages because he is a native of Portugal but was raised here in Rhode Island.
Before joining the law firm of Barton Gilman, Mr. Alves ran Alves Law Offices Inc. with multiple locations in Rhode Island. Mr. Alves worked for the RI law firm of Schreiber & Schreiber, P.C. working in a variety of different types of cases. Rui also gained legal experience addressing check fraud, money laundering, corporate governance, and other corporate legal issues while employed with Citizens Financial Group, Inc. in the Legal Department.
Rui Alves legal education is from Roger Williams School of Law in Rhode Island. While he law school he also attended the Catholic University of Portugal, School Of Law in Lisbon, where he learned about the legal system of the European Union. His undergraduate education was in Boston at Northeastern University where he obtained a B.S. in Criminal Justice.
Mr. Alves is currently the President of the Board of Directors for the Samaritans of Rhode Island. The organization provides community outreach and education in order to prevent suicide and help those grieving the loss of another to suicide.
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Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
26%
21 years
Child Custody
25%
Criminal Defense
25%
21 years
Personal Injury
24%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2023 2019 2014
Licenses
Licensed in Massachusetts for 20 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in Rhode Island for 20 years
State: Rhode Island
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Barton Gilman LLP
One Financial Plaza, 18th Floor, Providence, RI, 02903
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Posted by anonymous | September 23, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Disappointed
Mr. Alves provided damaging advice to me which resulted in my being lambasted by the judge. The opposing attorney had total control over the outcome which resulted in severe financial damage to me. He is a nice gentleman but better suited for real estate closings.
Posted by indira | September 23, 2014
not impressed
Rui is a great salesman in the beginning. Once hired, showed up to appointments late, never prepared and always repeated same items discussed previously. Definitely a waste of time and money. Nice guy, but all over the place.
Rui P. Alves's Lawyer Endorsements
"I fully endorse Rui as one of RI's best lawyers. He consistently gets great results under difficult circumstances and has the proper compassion for the job. I have known Rui for 20+ years as both friend and lawyer and I would fully recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Rui without reservation. He is a terrific lawyer and compassionate person who has handled, with great skill, difficult cases for many clients that I have referred to Rui. A great lawyer and a better person."
"I endorse Attorney Alves. I have worked with and against him on family court matters. Rui always proves to be zealous in his advocacy for his clients. He is hardworking and well respected among his peers."
"I endorse Rui . He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse Rui Alves as a lawyer. Mr. Alves advocates for his clients and pays attention to the details. He gets results."
"Smart and passionate advocate for his family law clients."
"Attorney Alves works tirelessly to advocate for his clients and helps them through what is often some of the most difficult times of their lives. If you are facing the prospect of a divorce or some other domestic relation issues, contact Attorney Alves."
"I endorse this lawyer. Rui is an excellent criminal defense attorney and a zealous advocate for his clients. I would highly commend him to any client or lawyer looking for a great result and quality service."
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Construction and development lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Pro Bono, MA Probate & Family Court
2013
Rising Star, Rhode Island Super Lawyers
2012
Rising Star, Rhode Island Super Lawyers
2011
Rising Star, Rhode Island Super Lawyers
2010
Rising Star, Rhode Island Super Lawyers
2009
Rising Star, Rhode Island Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Attorney, Barton Gilman LLP
2008 - Present
Attorney, Alves Law Office, Inc.
2006 - 2008
Associate, Schreiber & Schreiber, PC
Associations
2005 - Present
Rhode Island Bar Association
2005 - Present
American Trial Lawyers Association
2005 - Present
American Bar Association
Education
2005
Roger Williams University, Ralph R. Papitto School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Northeastern University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2023
Rhode Island Family Court Update
Rhode Island Family Court Update
2023
Family Law Conference
Family Law Conference
2023
Division of Retirement Assets in Divorce
Division of Retirement Assets in Divorce
Languages
Portuguese
Spanish