Languages

• English
• Spanish

Law Firm Overview

Thank you for taking the time to review my profile. I strongly believe that all clients, and potential clients, are entitled to as much information as possible when making important decisions concerning legal matters. Thus, as potentially your future Rhode Island Attorney I hope this profile is informative.

I am a former Rhode Island Special Assistant Attorney General from 1993-1997. During those years I prosecuted hundreds of criminal cases ranging from disorderly conduct to first-degree murder in every Rhode Island County. Additionally, along with other prosecutors, I lectured in-coming police academy cadets on proper drunk driving and DUI investigations and prosecutions. This unique experience has allowed me a wealth of knowledge not readily available to the average Rhode Island DUI lawyer or criminal defense attorney. Since 1997 I have been applying all that I learned as a prosecutor in order to better benefit my private clients.

Since 1997 I have also been aggressively representing clients as a Rhode Island personal injury Attorney to assist those injured as a result of car accidents or other negligent acts. The trial and negotiation skills, which I honed as a prosecutor, have translated into significant personal injury settlements on behalf of numerous clients I represented as a RI personal Injury Lawyer. I am a trial attorney who will present your case in court if we are unable to achieve a satisfactory settlement of your personal injury case.

Most importantly, when you hire my firm to represent you, I am the attorney handling your case and appearing in court with you. I am in court just about every day, and I strongly believe that each client deserves this personal service. My office provides free consultations, and I am available 24 hours a day for emergencies through my answering service (401.861.1155). My firm provides aggressive, personal representation and we look forward to hearing from you soon. Hablamos Espanol.

Our firm handles legal matters in the following practice areas: Criminal Law, Criminal Defense, Driving Under the Influence, Capital Offenses, Misdemeanors, Felonies, Traffic Violations, Drug Crimes, Drug Trafficking, Juvenile Law, Child Abuse and Neglect, Family Law, Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support, Adoptions, Domestic Violence, Paternity, Restraining Orders, Personal Injury, Automobile Accidents, Slip and Fall, Wrongful Death, Torts, Tort Liability, Civil Liability, Litigation.

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Areas of Practice

• Criminal Defense 70%
• Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Breathalyzer Refusal
• Personal Injury - Automobile and Motorcycle Accidents 20%
• Domestic Violence
• Family Law 10%
• Drug Crimes
• Expungement
• Traffic Violations

Honors and Awards

• American Jurisprudence Award, 1993

Classes and Seminars

• Proper DUI Investigations & Prosecutions, RI Attorney Generals Office, 1993 - 1997

Representative Cases

• Cronan v. Cronan, 99-378 (Rhode Island 1999)
• State of R.I. v. Shinn, 00-211B (Rhode Island 2000)

West Practice Categories

RICO Act, Auto Dealer Fraud, Class Actions -- Plaintiff, Internet, Criminal Law, Criminal Fraud, DUI/DWI, Drug Violations, Federal, Felonies, Grand Jury Proceedings, Juvenile Crimes, Misdemeanor, Parole & Probation, Prosecution, Sex Offenses, Traffic Violations, Victims' Rights, White Collar Crimes, Family Law, Adoption, Alimony & Spousal Support, Child Support, Childrens' Rights, Collaborative Law, Custody & Visitation, Divorce, Domestic Violence & Neglect, Juvenile Law, Paternity, Prenuptial Agreements, Insurance Defense, Computer Crimes, Identity Theft, Litigation & Appeals, Personal Injury -- Plaintiff, Animal Bites -- Plaintiff, Assault & Battery -- Plaintiff, Aviation Accidents -- Plaintiff, Defamation & Privacy -- Plaintiff, Motor Vehicle Accidents -- Plaintiff, Premises Liability -- Plaintiff, Property Damage -- Plaintiff, Railroad Accidents -- Plaintiff, Slip and Fall -- Plaintiff, Wrongful Death -- Plaintiff