“I am a Rhode Island native. I received my undergraduate education at Drew University in Madison, New Jersey (1981), and my law degree from New York Law School in 1984.
I was admitted to practice law in Rhode Island in 1984. I was before a judge at hearing and taking testimony on the very day I was admitted. I have regularly appeared in Court representing clients since that first day I was admitted over 30 years ago. I have practiced in every State Court in Rhode Island, as well before the Federal District Court for the State of Rhode Island, and before many State Departments and Agencies. I am a longstanding member of the Rhode Island Association for Justice (a trial lawyer association) as well as the Workers’ Compensation Bench Bar Committee, and the Family Court Bench Bar Committee.
When not practicing law, I am enjoying my family, sailing, or enjoying the beautiful beaches of our State.
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