Brenda F. Rioles, founding attorney of Rioles Law Offices in Providence, has practiced law since 1986. She has focused on divorce and family law matters throughout her entire career. Her extensive knowledge, combined with more than 35 years of experience and her ability to think on her feet allow her to successfully advocate for her clients in a variety of situations.
Ms. Rioles is an accomplished and aggressive litigator who prepares every case as if it will go to trial, an approach that more often than not allows her to reach a full and fair resolution for her clients through negotiations.
A graduate of New England School of Law (summa cum laude), Ms. Rioles emphasizes communication with her clients, returning phone calls and emails promptly. She helps her clients assess the short-term and long-term ramifications of every decision.
Ms. Rioles has assisted her family law clients in other legal areas as well, including criminal matters, personal injury cases, and the creation of wills and trusts for estate planning purposes.
She works with clients throughout Rhode Island and is also licensed to practice in California. Ms. Rioles has lectured on family law topics for the Rhode Island Bar Association and the Edward P. Gallogly American Inn of Court, and she wrote a chapter in the book “A Practical Guide to Divorce in Rhode Island.”
She is a member and fellow of the Rhode Island Bar Association, the American Bar Association, the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, the Rhode Island Family Court Bench/Bar and the Edward P. Gallogly American Inn of Court. She also served on the executive board for 20 years and is former president of the Edward P. Gallogly American Inn of Court.
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State: Rhode Island
Acquired: 1986
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State: California
Acquired: 1990
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Posted by anonymous | June 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Wonderful
Brenda will walk you through your situation from start to finish and explain everything in detail along the way. Herself and her team make difficult situations easier to handle.
Posted by Tammy | February 08, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Great experience during a tough time
Brenda and her assistant Olivia were a pleasure to work with. My situation was unique and Brenda was professional, supportive and understanding to my needs and wants; including those of my family. She made all feel very comfortable, was knowledgeable and was judgment free while giving me guidance and...
Posted by JJackson | February 06, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
A force to be reckoned with. Hire her!
I hired Brenda for my divorce after she was highly recommended to me by a lifelong friend. This review has been a long time coming, the opposing party just wanted to drag things out, Brenda and her staff worked extremely hard to have this case finished and come up with an extremely favorable outcome...
Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Stress free
Brenda was very caring and made my divorce as easy as possible. Kept me up to date on everything. Anytime I had questions she was able to get back to me in a timely matter. Made a stressful situation easier. Would def recommend.
Posted by Candace | January 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Abuse
Custody battle
I hired Brenda after false allegations were made about me and my family, and we were bombarded by state police and DCYF. Brenda never failed to come through. She dug deep to find the truth and clear my name from the slander. She fought for me, my husband, and my family and the truth prevailed. We cou...
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1986
Summa Cum Laude, New England School of Law
1986 - Present
Owner, Rioles Law Offices
2017 - Present
Edward P. Gallogly American Inn of CourtPresident
2012 - Present
Rhode Island Bar Association, Family Court Bench/Bar CommitteeMember
1997 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersMember
1986 - Present
American Bar Association
1986 - Present
Rhode Island State BarMember
2015 - 2016
Edward P. Gallogly American Inn of CourtVice President
2013 - 2014
Edward P. Gallogly American Inn of CourtSecretary/Treasurer
1998 - 2014
Edward P. Gallogly American Inn of CourtExecutive Board
upheld on appeal
1986
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2009
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