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John E. MacDonald is a trial attorney practicing criminal defense, immigration law and post-conviction relief in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Mr. MacDonald represents clients in state and federal court in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. He has aggressively and successfully defended clients charged in every type of criminal case, including capital murder, child molestation, sex crimes, rape, abuse, domestic violence, spousal abuse, homicide, manslaughter, involuntary manslaughter, vehicular homicide, vehicular manslaughter, sexual assault, felony assault, domestic assault, patient abuse, bank fraud, mail fraud and wire fraud. Mr. MacDonald is the author of the Rhode Island Criminal Defense Manual (3rd Edition), a top-rated manual used throughout the state by criminal defense attorneys. He is the former president of the Rhode Island Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. For a review of the prior criminal cases, visit: http://www.aggressivelegalservices.com/Law_Firm_Cases.html.

Mr. MacDonald represents clients seeking permanent residence and naturalization. He practices before the Providence Immigration Office and the Boston Immigration Court. For many clients facing deportation, the only recourse is post-conviction relief; that is, vacating the original conviction in state or federal court. Mr. MacDonald has successfully vacated convictions in Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

Mr. MacDonald is an honors graduate of Suffolk University Law School (1995) and a magna cum laude graduate of the University of Rhode Island (1990). He is admitted to practice in all state courts in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. He is also admitted to practice in the United States District Courts for the Districts of Rhode Island, Massachusetts as well as the First Circuit Court of Appeals.

Welcome, my name is Matt Marin and I represent clients charged with misdemeanors and felonies throughout the State of Rhode Island. Before setting out on my own I worked as a Rule 9 prosecutor with the Rhode Island Department of Attorney General prosecuting probation violations, bail violations, and breathalyzer refusal cases. I handle criminal cases in Newport County, Washington County, Kent County, and Providence County as well as traffic offenses at the Rhode Island Traffic Tribunal in Cranston. As a Rhode Island Criminal Defense Lawyer, I have experience defending clients charged with a wide array of crimes from DUI's and traffic offenses to domestic assault and disorderly conduct. I hope that you find this information informative.

For more information, please visit:
- My Website: www.matthewtmarin.com
- My Blog: www.matthewtmarin.blogspot.com

I am available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to speak with you over the phone and I offer a no fee initial consultation.

Call to contact a Rhode Island Criminal Defense Lawyer - (401) 228-8271

I help Clients throughout the State of Rhode Island including the following cities and towns:

Barrington, RI
Block Island, RI
Bristol, RI
Burrillville, RI
Central Falls, RI
Charlestown, RI
Coventry, RI
Cranston, RI
Cumberland, RI
East Greenwich, RI
East Providence, RI
Exeter, RI
Foster, RI
Glocester, RI
Hopkinton, RI
Jamestown, RI
Johnston, RI
Lincoln, RI
Little Compton, RI
Middletown, RI
Narragansett, RI
Newport, RI
New Shoreham, RI
North Kingstown, RI
North Providence, RI
North Smithfield, RI
Pawtucket, RI
Portsmouth, RI
Providence, RI
Richmond, RI
Scituate, RI
Smithfield, RI
South Kingstown, RI
Tiverton, RI
Warren, RI
Warwick, RI
Westerly, RI
West Greenwich, RI
West Warwick, RI
Woonsocket, RI

Here's a look at the Criminal Charges I can help you or a Family member with.

Criminal Defense
- Aiding, Abetting, Accessory, Conspiracy
- Capital Crimes/Capital Cases
- Environmental Violations
- Felonies
- Grand Jury Proceedings
- Juvenile Crimes
- False Identification
- Truancy
- Misdemeanors
- Parole
- Probation
- Perjury
- Search & Seizure
- Victims' Rights
Abuse
- Animal Abuse
- Child Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Elder Abuse
Automotive
- DUI
- Felony Auto Accidents
- Traffic - Moving Violations
- Open Container
- Driving with a Suspended License
- Driving without a License
- DWI
- Drunk Driving
Computer Crimes
- Hacking
- Malicious Code
- Unauthorized Access
Criminal Records
- Expungement or Expunction
Drugs
- Drug Cultivation & Manufacturing
- Drug Possession
- Intent to Distribute Drugs
- Intent to Sell Drugs
- Medical Marijuana
Firearms & Weapons
- Illegal Possession or Transportation
- Other Weapons & Devices
Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Bank Fraud
- Checks & Credit Cards
- Embezzlement
- Extortion
- Forgery
- Identity Theft
- Money Laundering
- Racketeering & RICO
- Smuggling
- Tax Evasion & Fraud
- Wire Transfer
Property Crimes
- Arson
- Burglary
- Larceny
- Shoplifting
- Theft
- Trespass
- Vandalism
Sex Crimes
- Abduction
- Child Abuse
- Child Pornography
- Indecent Exposure
- Prostitution, Solicitation, & Pandering
- Rape
- Sexual Assault
- Stalking
Violent Crimes
- Assault & Battery
- Domestic Violence
- Extortion
- Kidnapping
- Manslaughter
- Murder
- Robbery

Call to contact a Rhode Island Criminal Defense Lawyer - (401) 228-8271

Jared M. Tomassi, Esq.

Mr. Tomassi established Tomassi Law Associates, LLC to provide competent, efficient, and cost effective legal services to individuals and companies throughout the State of Rhode Island. We are committed to protecting our client's rights and interests by providing our clients with aggressive and competent legal representation.

We put our clients first. We are a "CLIENTS AND RESULTS ORIENTED" Law Firm. Phone calls are returned in a timely manner, the client is kept informed of the status of their case on a regular and consistent basis and clients are fully informed and educated on the law and legal issues relating to their case. In addition to free in-office consultations, Mr. Tomassi will also come to you, whether it is at your home, at your work or at the hospital. We are here to help and assist our clients in every step along the way.

Mr. Tomassi designed Tomassi Law Associates to utilize advanced technology and has created the law office of the 21st century; forging technology, personal experience and knowledge of the law to provide our clients with effective and efficient legal services with a "client and results oriented" approach. Mr. Tomassi incorporates a hands-on approach and deals with each client directly from start to finish. Your case will not be passed off to a paralegal.

Mr. Tomassi has his B.S. in Criminal Justice from Johnson and Wales University and his J.D. from Roger Williams University School of Law. He is a member of the Rhode Island Bar Association, American Bar Association, American Association for Justice and the Rhode Island Association for Justice. Mr. Tomassi is admitted in the State of Rhode Island and in the United States District Court for the District of Rhode Island.

Mr. Tomassi is also the President/CEO of Forensic Business Solutions, Inc., which is an Independent Insurance Adjusting and Private Investigation Company. Mr. Tomassiâs experience as an Independent Insurance Adjuster and Private Investigator, working directly for the Insurance Companies throughout the country, provides him with a unique knowledge base, experience and perspective in Plaintiffâs representation. He has extensive experience and knowledge in business, insurance, investigations and criminal proceedings having owned and operated Forensic Business Solutions, Inc., for the past 8 years and working in the insurance, investigation, and business employment/HR industry for over 10 plus years.

Tomassi Law Associates, LLC has forged technology, personal experience and knowledge of the law as well as established relationships with various well established attorneys and resources to ensure your legal issues are handled in the most effective, thorough and cost-effective manner possible.

Effective legal advocacy requires thorough research, polished writing skills, creative investigation, salesmanship, honesty and - with respect to dispute resolution and business negotiations - competitiveness.

Areas of Practice

Administrative Law
Bad Faith Insurance
Bankruptcy Law
Business & Commercial Law
Contracts
Debtor/Creditor
Business Organizations
Traffic Violations
Estate Planning
Elder Law
Trusts
Wills
Family Law
Divorce
Nursing Home
Insurance Defense
Insurance Law
Litigation & Appeals
Personal Injury -- Defense
Personal Injury -- Plaintiff
Motor Vehicle Accidents -- Plaintiff
Probate & Estate Administration
Products Liability Law
Professional Malpractice Law
Legal Malpractice
Medical Malpractice
Real Estate Law
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord/Tenant
Tax Increment Financing
Taxation Law
Workers' Compensation Law

Litigation Percentage
75% of Practice Devoted to Litigation

Bar Admissions
Rhode Island, 2006
U.S. District Court District of Rhode Island, 2007

Education
Roger Williams University School of Law, Bristol, Rhode Island
J.D.
Johnson & Wales University, Bristol, Rhode Island
B.S.
Honors: Magna Cum Laude
Major: Criminal Justice

Representative Clients
Injured Parties
Individuals
Businesses

Professional Associations and Memberships
Rhode Island Bar Association
Rhode Island Association for Justice
American Bar Association
American Association for Justice

Past Employment Positions
Forensic Business Solutions, Inc., President, 1999 - 2008
Ancillary Businesses
Forensic Business Solutions, Inc.
Voice Exchange Pro

Languages
English
Spanish

Birth Information
1976, Warwick, Rhode Island, United States of America

A graduate of New York University and Northeastern School of Law, James Patrick Powderly served with the Baltimore City State's Attorney's Office, the Massachusetts Federal Defender's Office and the Middlesex District Attorney's Office, prior to entering private practice. Since entering private practice, Attorney Powderly has represented approximately 500 individuals in criminal courts throughout Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

Mr. Powderly takes great pride in his training and experience as it relates to all aspects of DUI and criminal defense. His most recent training includes a certified technician course in breath testing operation, a certification course in field sobriety testing, an intensive NCDD DUI trial course and a number of DUI litigation seminars presented by some of the nations leading DUI experts. His knowledge and understanding of this intricate and specialized area of the law evens the playing field for his clients who are up against the vast resources of the police and prosecutor's office. Mr. Powderly is licensed to practice in Rhode Island, Massachusetts and the United States District Court of Massachusetts.

Fogarty Law Office, at the Providence/Cranston line, is conveniently located in the Calart Tower with free handicapped accessible parking.
A General Practice firm that represents you in all phases of your life, including but not limited to Divorce, Child Suport and Custody, Land use and Zoning, Wills, Trust and Estate Planning, Civil Lititgation, Collections.

Mr. Bernardo has been practicing law for 25 years in Rhode Island. He has helped thousands of people in buying, selling and refinancing real estate both in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Mr. Bernardo has also vigorously defended many clients charged with DUI/DWI, Refusal, Assault, Drug Offenses and many other criminal matters. He is available for free consultations and does accept payment plans.

Mr. Rui P. Alves is admitted to practice in all State and Federal Courts in Rhode Island, as well as, all State Courts in Massachusetts. For detailed practice areas, click here. After obtaining his Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from the College of Criminal Justice at Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts, he went on to obtain a Juris Doctor from the Roger Williams University School of Law. Mr. Alves also attended the Catholic University of Portugal, School of Law in Lisbon, focusing on European Union law.

Prior to forming Alves Law, Mr. Alves was an associate at the prestigious Rhode Island Law Firm of Schreiber & Schreiber, P. C., specializing in all types of litigation. Mr. Alves worked with former special assistant Rhode Island Attorney General S. Joshua Macktaz. Also, Prior to being admitted to practice law, Mr. Alves worked at Citizens Financial Group, Inc., in the Legal Department, dealing with complex corporate governance, money laundering, check fraud and corporate law issues.

For many years, Mr. Alves worked as a Senior Criminal Clerk and Interpreter in District Court for the Rhode Island Judiciary. Working daily in the criminal court rooms, as well as, providing interpreter services to Spanish and Portuguese criminal defendants helped to expand his knowledge of criminal law and procedure.

Prior to working for the Rhode Island Courts, Mr. Alves assisted victims of domestic violence as a Court Advocate for the Women's Center of Rhode Island.

Mr. Alves has been involved in the national music industry, working with various record labels such as Def Jam Recordings, Columbia Records, Sony Records and Bad Boy Records. His work intended to working with music publications such the Source Magazine and Mix Tape Magazine.

While residing in Massachusetts, Mr. Alves was employed by the Boston Police Department, in the Research Division analyzing crime patters and trends. In addition, while working for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Criminal History Systems Board (CHSB) in the Field Services Division assisting both State and Federal law enforcement authorities in their use of the national and local criminal records databases.

Mr. Alves is native of Portugal and speaks fluent Portuguese and Spanish. He resides in Providence, where he has lived most of his life. Mr. Alves serves on the Board of Directors for the Samaritans of Rhode Island and the Friends of Rochambeau Library on the East Side of Providence.

Practice Areas
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The law firm of Rui P. Alves, Esq. provides legal representation and services in the following areas of practice:

- Divorce

In Rhode Island, when a divorce petition is filed with the Family Court, one must check off if it will be a nominal (all issues are resolved between the parties) or contested (all or some issues will be disputed). Nominal divorces are usually resolved much quicker leading the parties to obtain a final divorce decree in a matter of months. Contested divorces tend to span much longer and as a result become much more time consuming for the parties and their respective attorneys.

- Criminal Defense

Whether you have been charged with a serious felony or a minor misdemeanor, we treat all our clients the same. From the moment you hire us, first, we will begin to formulate a plan of defense based upon the facts of your case and the controlling law. Second, we provide realistic advice on what you will expect to encounter from the moment you enter the courthouse, until your case is resolved. Our knowledge extends beyond the law to local procedures and day to day courthouse developments.

- Driving Under the Influence

Alcohol driving related offenses can have a large impact both in the short and long term. People obtain information from various sources and most times those sources are not attorneys. If you have been charged with such a crime or violation, an attorney can provide very valuable advice regarding how these charges will impact your life.

From the moment you hire us, first, we will begin to formulate a plan of defense based upon the facts of your case and the controlling law. Second, we provide realistic advice on what you will expect to encounter from the moment you enter the courthouse, until your case is resolved. Our knowledge extends beyond the law to local procedures and day to day courthouse developments.

- Motor Vehicle Accidents

From the moment you contact us, we will work very hard to get the best result for your auto accident. At your free initial consultation, we will meet you at one of our local offices, the hospital or your home. During this meeting, you will learn how we use years of experience to maximize your recovery to fully compensate you for your injury. You may be entitled to pain and suffering, lost wages and other damages.

- Immigration

We are a full service immigration law firm practice, providing assistance with:

* Deportation Defense
* Permanent Residence
* Naturalization
* Citizenship
* Work Permits

Whether you or a loved one are applying to enter this country or naturalization/citizenship, we can help by providing our vast knowledge and experience to reaching your goal.

Our firm handles deportation cases that have arisen from a number of sources. When you or loved one are placed in to situation where you may be excluded from ever reentering this country, it can be a very difficult task. We explore all avenues to make the process most effective for you. Moreover, if your deportation comes from a criminal conviction, are team is experienced in post conviction relief and other legal remedies which may stop a deportation proceeding.

Mike's practice focuses on civil litigation, primarily complex personal injury, products liability, and medical malpractice matters.

General practice attorney with concentration in Business, Real Estate, Criminal, Family and Personal Injury Law.