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Appeals
50%
18 years
Criminal Defense
50%
18 years
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Licensed in Rhode Island for 17 years
State: Rhode Island
Acquired: 2008
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Licensed in Massachusetts for 17 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2008
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Posted by Clark | October 07, 2013
Simply Amazing
Katherine Godin is simply an amazing lawyer. From day one she handled the case personally and was always on top of any question that arose or problem that may have cropped up. She was always able to respond on both an intelligent and professional matter to every communication which I sent her way. ...
Posted by Yvonne Borelli-Chace, Esq. | March 20, 2013
Exceptional Lawyer
I am an attorney and I recommended Attorney Godin to a family member. I was impressed with her attention to detail and her ability to provide assistance at any time. She is hard working and professional and I would highly recommend her!
Posted by Faheem | October 31, 2012 | Criminal Defense
Job well done
I feel as though Kate handled every aspect of my case to the best of her ability and efficiently exceeded my expectations. She is not only caring but generous and honest. I now live an eventful new life without the restrictions of probation due to the hard work from not only myself but to her dedicat...
Posted by john | August 10, 2012 | Criminal Defense
An honest caring person
Kate assisted me with modifying the terms of my probation. I have only retained 3 other attorneys in my whole life, but Kate is head and shoulders above any of them. Her ability to consistently keep me informed along with her positive energy and penchant for detail was very reassuring. I have neve...
Posted by anonymous | July 18, 2012
Exceeded my expectations.
Very responsive, not only returned my calls, but kept me informed during the process. Having katherine represent me was not only a good decision, it was a pleasure. Very knowledgeable and professional. In my opinion, she has raised the bar.
Katherine Godin's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Godin is well versed in the law and extremely diligent in her representation of clients. I highly recommend her services."
"Attorney Godin is one of the very best, most respected, attorneys in the criminal defense / appeals community. I have known her for several years now and she is one of the very few attorneys I trust enough to refer clients to. I cannot endorse Attorney Godin strongly enough."
"I have been friends with Kate since high school. Since that time, irrespective of the task, she has always been extremely hardworking, dedicated, and ultimately excelled. It comes as no surprise to see Kate demonstrate these same character traits in the legal profession. It gives me great pleasure to endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I met Katherine through other attorneys in Providence. She is well respected in the community and is known to pay close attention to detail."
"Kate is an exceptional member of the RI and MA bars. She is committed to obtaining justice for each every client and is well regarded by trial and appellate judges alike. She is also a local authority on sex offender registration, a new and important developing subspecialty of criminal practice. I strongly recommend her as counsel to clients in need or co-counsel to other attorneys who will surely benefit from her expertise."
"Without question, Kate is one of the most gifted attorneys I know. The compassion she has for her clients is surpassed only by her drive to see justice done for them. I continue to be inspired by what she has accomplished, and look forward to seeing where she can go from here."
"In a world where too many lawyers seek their fame and fortune by plastering billboards all over the highway and never personally meet their clients, Kate handles each case with the individual attention the client deserves and as a result has earned the respect of both opposing counsel and the judiciary. I have no hesitation referring my clients to her for any criminal matters that may arise and I do so with the knowledge that they are in the best of hands."
"I have had to pleasure of knowing Kate since we attended law school together. I admire Kate's knowledge and skill, her commitment to her clients, and her professionalism in the practice of law. Kate's success in her chosen area of practice is well earned and well deserved!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Kate is not only a knowledgeable and skilled criminal defense attorney, but her passion and enthusiasm for helping others is inspiring. I highly recommend Kate to those in need of a criminal defense attorney."
"Kate doesn't stop. She doesn't slow down. Her work is top of the class. She's a pleasure to work with. When I need help, I ask Kate."
"Ms. Godin is an extremely talented attorney. I met her at the National Criminal Defense College. While we worked together on cases, I saw a very sharp eye for detail and excellent courtroom skills. Ms. Godin is someone you definitely need in your corner if you are ever in trouble. I fully endorse her."
"Kate Godin was selected as a rising star among Rhode Island Criminal Defense Attorneys. There's a reason for that. Kate is an outstanding advocate who excels when representing clients charged with the most serious of crimes. She is a proven trial lawyer dedicated to protecting our rights and I am proud to be her colleague."
"Talented lawyer."
"I have known Kate since she was in law school. Kate brings passion and dedication to representing those who have been accused of crimes. She is a tireless worker who lives and breathes criminal law and who is a regular presence at the courthouse and at legal seminars. Recently, I contacted Kate with a complex question regarding Rhode Island criminal law procedure and Kate patiently considered the issue and provided me with a thoughtful response. I would not hesitate to contact Kate."
"To say Attorney Kate Godin goes the "extra mile," is to mildly state the case. Kate - as you can see from her website attorney bio - has risen in the ranks in athletics and law school, in every endeavor she pursues. She applies the same zeal, precision and ambition to every case she tries and/or appeals. Kate and I worked together to assist Attorney George West in the drafting of the Pona brief which yielded a reversal of the murder conviction in that landmark case. (State v. Pona II, 2008). Kate's work on the reply brief in the appeal was meticulous and critical as she cited and explained a parallel case in another state which the RI Supreme Court relied on in its Pona decision. In her trial work, Kate comes fully prepared with each fact fully mastered, and each avenue of defense fully explored. Besides being brilliant and zealous legally, she is also compassionate and easy to relate to personally. I highly recommend her for all criminal trial and appellate matters."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Rhode Island Rising Star 2014, SuperLawyers
2013
Rhode Island Rising Star 2013, SuperLawyers
2012
Rhode Island Rising Star 2012, SuperLawyers
2011
Rhode Island Rising Star 2011, SuperLawyers
2010
Rhode Island Rising Star 2010, SuperLawyers
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Owner / President, The Law Office of Katherine Godin, Inc.
Associations
2012 - Present
Rhode Island Association of Criminal Defense LawyersExecutive Committee Member
2010 - Present
ACLU, Rhode Island AffiliateBoard of Directors Member
2009 - Present
ACLU, Rhode Island Affiliatemember
2009 - Present
Federal Bar Associationmember
2008 - Present
Rhode Island Association for Justicemember
2008 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyersmember
2008 - Present
Rhode Island Association of Criminal Defense Lawyersmember
2008 - Present
Rhode Island Bar Associationmember
2008 - Present
Massachusetts Bar Associationmember
Sample of Legal Cases
Banna v. Banna
Appeal granted
State v. John Doe
Appeal granted; case remanded
State v. John Doe
Case Dismissed; Record Expunged
State v. Robert Sawler
Client pled to deferred sentence
State v. John Doe
Aquittal/dismissal; record expunged
State v. Robert Sawler
Case Dismissed
Education
2009
National Criminal Defense College (NCDC)
2008
Roger Williams University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
The Pennsylvania State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2010
Medical Marijuana Conference
Your Constitutional Rights Regarding Medical Marijuana
Publications
2013
Rhode Island Bar Journal
Pot or Not: State or Federal Government Regulation and (De)Criminalization of Marijuana?
2011
Rhode Island Bar Journal
The New Scarlet Letter(s): “Sex Offender”: Are We Taking The Label Too Far?
2008
Considered for publication
The Power and Effect of Scaring White, Suburban Voters
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
Can mass.violate probation for picking up a new charge in rhode island.?
24 Jun 2014
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Can cops get arrest warrants signed by a judge on weekends?
16 Mar 2014
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I live in MA and several years ago received a DUI in Rhode Island. Rhode Island RMV says I need SR22 insurance
23 Jan 2014