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Richard H James
About Richard
Biography
23 years of CRIMINAL DEFENSE, DUI DEFENSE.
I am the father of 3 daughters. My eldest is an Analyst for a computer company and the other two have decided to join their mother and father in the law. I suppose that means that we have made the law a career that looks like fun. Good for us.
I am a music nut owning over 5000 vinyl records unknow number of digital "stuff"; movies also in the thousands. haven't been much of an outdoorsman lately but fishing every once a yaer or so.
Dogs are big in my life. I work for resue organizations and foster dogs. I do the big dogs that nobody seems to want these days. Everyone wants a dog that fits in their purse!
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
34 years | 5,000 cases
DUI and DWI
50%
34 years | 2,500 cases
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Licensed in Rhode Island for 32 years
State: Rhode Island
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Richard H James
696 Reservoir Avenue, Cranston, RI, 02910
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Richard H James's Reviews
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Posted by Hillary | October 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
The best in Rhodeisland
if you want someone who trully cares about you and your case Richard is the guy to call!! He was there through every step in helping me and my fiancee' thanks rich! We will definitely use your services again!
Posted by Samantha | February 3, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
what can I say?
Richard James makes me feel safe. If you Want a lawyer that will fight for you, Richard James Is hands down your guy. He cares about his clients and treats you like family. I would suggest Richard 10 times out if 10.
Posted by Dan | December 18, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Outstanding Attorney!
Richard James is an exceptional attorney. He is passionate, knowledgeable, and dependable. I could not have been any more satisfied with my decision to hire him. Richard is very approachable and personable. He was always available to answer any questions I had, constantly returning my phone calls in ...
Richard H James's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Richard is a highly skilled attorney who is an asset to the legal profession. His desire to seek true justice for his clients combined with his zealous representation makes him a force to reckon with in the courtroom."
"I met Richard at the National College for DUI Defense Summer Session at Harvard. Richard is a great guy and an excellent trial attorney as I saw first hand in our trial skills class. I can and do recommend him without any hesitation."
"Richard is one of the best trial lawyers I have worked with. He's the kind of guy who would take a parking ticket to trial if it was in the best interest of his clients."
David Sachs
Criminal defense lawyer
Michael Kelly
DUI and DWI lawyer
Joseph Lamy
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Experience
Honors
2009
Volunteer Lawyers Program Pro Bono Certificate of Appreciation, Rhode Island Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Program
Work Experience
1993 - Present
Attorney, James Law Firm
1991 - 1994
Director of Legislation, State of Rhode Island
Associations
1993 - Present
Rhode Island Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
United States District Court for the District of Rhode IslandMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Vehicular Homicide
Cient is out of jail
Education
1993
Suffolk University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
Languages
French
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I use a notarized witness statement in my defense?
10 Jul 2015
Q&A
Arrested for driving on a suspended license. What is the outcome for a first offense and will it effect future employment?
02 Jul 2015