Rui P. Alves

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Rui P. Alves

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 20 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Providence, RI
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense, Child Custody, Personal Injury

One Financial Plaza, 18th Floor, Providence, RI

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About Rui

Biography

Helping Families Resolve Disputes. Call to Speak With an Experienced Attorney

Helping Families Resolve Disputes. Call to Speak With an Experienced Attorney

Helping Families Resolve Disputes. Call to Speak With an Experienced Attorney

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 26%

21 years

26%
Child Custody 25%

25%
Criminal Defense 25%

21 years

25%
Personal Injury 24%

24%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2023 2019 2014

Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 20 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Rhode Island for 20 years

State: Rhode Island

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Barton Gilman LLP

One Financial Plaza, 18th Floor, Providence, RI, 02903

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Barton Gilman

75 Federal Street, 9th floor, Boston, MA, 02110

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Rui P. Alves's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

27 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 16 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by anonymous | August 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Attorney!

Rui represented me on a couple of difficult occasions (divorce and DUI) and each time did a great job resulting in the best possible outcome. He is knowledgeable, diligent, experienced, and really cares about the client and their best interest. I would highly recommend him to anyone!

Posted by anonymous | July 09, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

High conflict divorce

Rui has been an exceptional attorney since I first hired him two and a half years ago. When I first consulted him about my separation and divorce I was not anticipating the high level of conflict my divorce would have. Rui was there for me every step of the way offering his extensive legal expertis...e, support, compassion, and the hard truths of the family court system as necessary. He was able to get my children and I out of an abusive situation and obtain an advantageous divorce agreement both financially and in regard to custody arrangements. When my ex has attempted to drag me back into family court Rui and his team have been there to assist me quickly and with excellent results. Rui is mindful of his clients’ time and money, and is a caring and honest person. I would recommend him wholeheartedly to anyone in need of a family court attorney.

Posted by anonymous | June 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

An angel

After losing 2 lawyers, I happened to be going down a list and ran into Atty Alves. He was very compassionate, open and willing to advise. I had given up on lawyers and was representing myself in my divorce for 2 years and was now at the trial phase. Atty Alves took on my mess, prepared relentless...ly, asked all the right questions, and was compassionate, which was the biggest part. After being attacked repeatedly by my spouse’s attorney, Rui and I worked together and I never felt alone. The best justice was when my spouse had to sit in court and listen to what he’d done in Atty Alves words. I couldn’t have expressed it better and felt in that moment that justice was served. Atty Alves was ready for our trial and had the heavy hitters ready to take the witness stand. This atty is very highly recommended by me….in my opinion there is none better!! He saved me! He serves as an example of what a little listening and understanding can do. All attorneys should heed to this lesson in my opinion. Wish I’d found him a long time ago.

Posted by anonymous | August 06, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Super Job!

Worth every penny! Do you want to win at any cost? Want to crush the lives of others? Ruin them financially? Want to put your wife and children out with nothing…this is your guy. Seize everything and run? He can help! He knows just what to do to get away with it. He will take the case right up to tra...il and then withdraw….unbelievably talented at manipulation. He can come up with lots of stall tactics to drag your case out so you can out spend your opponent causing them to be broke and unable to continue litigation. If he used his talent for good the world would be a better place! Best lawyer ever….

Posted by Lee | March 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

Rui Alves

I had a very complicated domestic case that lasted over a year. Rui was very knowledgable and strategic in all aspects of the case. The custody portion was very emotional, and Rui was able to find amicable solutions in which the children were put above the fray. He was there with wise counsel and ref...errals helping to set up outside support systems. The economic portion of the case was very complicated. Rui was able to find solutions and strategies that enabled me to avoid a trial. The agreement was fair and Rui’s stratagies saved me a lot of money in the long term. His experience with domestic cases and calm demeanor are an asset during a highly emotional time. I highly recommend Rui and think of him as one of the best.

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S Joshua Macktaz

Family lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Nicholas Lambros

Guardianship lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Francis Connor

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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Frank Orabona

Family lawyer | Nov 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Rui . He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Lawrence Signore

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Rui Alves as a lawyer. Mr. Alves advocates for his clients and pays attention to the details. He gets results."

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John Longo

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Smart and passionate advocate for his family law clients."

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Joseph Ranone

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Steven Striffler

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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John Larochelle

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Allison Abilheira

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Frank Orabona

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

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

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