Mr. Rafanelli was recommended by a friend who is also an attorney. Kerry made me feel comfortable…read moreand that he had my best interest at heart. He didn't talk down to me and he put me at ease with the decision to retain him as my attorney. He made it as easy for me as he could through the whole process. Having had a few unpleasant experiences with the legal system, Kerry put me at ease and I knew I could trust him. I would recommend him to anyone needing an attorney that will work professionally and get the case resolved as quickly and equitable as possible.

Kerry came highly recommended from my corporate counselor for personal matter (divorce mediation)…read more Since then, I have learned Kerry has a strong reputation in the state, and demonstrated this in our case. Kerry has earned the highest of respect from everyone involved, including both parties, our respective individual lawyers, and multiple therapists involved, to come to a fair outcome. We already have an appointment scheduled for further modifying our Parenting Plan.

I didn't think picking a lawyer actually mattered much when performing a normal closing but I was…read morewrong. I'd use another lawyer if I were you Pros: -Answered then phone when I called -The sale did go through at the end Cons: -Its 2018 and they still made me fill out a word document to sign and scan back. Most people who do this type of thing have gone all digital. -Ambiguous and non-existent in communication. Had to initiate to find out any information about when, where, and what I needed to bring. -Lawyer was condescending and rude during closing. While she was TECHNICALLY hired by the buyer, I did pay her a lawyer fee to handle my selling paper work. I'd appreciate it if the person I hired didn't scoff when I asked questions, act like they were in a marathon and tell me to sign things with out explaining. -Failed to communicate properly with my agent and the utility companies forcing me to pay a $1000 escrow account for water and sewer. They claimed they didn't get info in time even though (a) they said I was up to date the entire time and (b) my agent showed proof that we had sent info on time. Very unprofessionally handled. -Failed to bring the commission check to my agent upon the closing. If she had owned this, that would be one thing. However, she blamed it on her assistants for not assembling the package together properly and went so far as to call her out for not speaking up in the meeting. -This all would've been fine but it took 1.5 months to get the escrow money back and was only delivered to me when I called and asked. Again, the firm blamed it on someone else (the sewer company). However, I literally had just gotten off the phone with them and they informed me it had been closed out for several weeks and they had to prompt the law firm for the paperwork. In other words, they failed to own their own failures again. Best case scenario, they forgot about it and were reminded when I called. Worst case, they were hoping to make an extra $1000. Any of these negatives would be whatever on their own and I understand they have a difficult job. However, when added up together it makes for an unpleasant experience. I won't be using them for any legal needs and would recommend others avoid.

Melissa D'Ellena has now handled three different closings for me at her offices in East Greenwich,…read moreRI. They were handled extremely well and very professionally. She was a delight to do business with and I would highly recommend her for most legal issues.

This law firm is scandalous. I would never recommend them! After my mothers death they tried to use…read moreher jewelry she willed to steal 60k! they lied and gave wrong information on documents! stay away from this law firm. Lisa Geremia should be ashamed of herself.

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I am thankful for the divorce mediation services my ex-husband and I got from Kerry as we went…read morethrough our divorce. My divorce was not combative as my husband and I agreed that the marriage was not working. We were able to decide how to divide our assets before talking with anyone. There were many details that we did not know about or think through and with Kerry's experience we did not get sidetracked and dealt with the issues amicably. He was able to come up with a financial agreement that accomplished what the intent of our original agreement, but saved us a significant amount of money and saved me from ending up with a large tax bill. A few personal issues did come up, unrelated to the divorce, which did slow us down, but having a mediator kept the process moving forward with each party feeling they were respected. Even in my situation, getting divorced is not easy emotionally and a couple of times I was caught off-guard by my reactions. Looking back, I am thankful that I had a non-judgmental mediator who created an environment of respect and listening. Kerry had been through this process many times before and was able to guide us around issues that may have become contentious.

From the owner: Divorce mediation allow couples to end their marriage with less acrimony and expense than battling…read moreeach other in court. As an attorney who has over 20 years of family law experience and hundreds of hours in Rhode Island divorce courts as a mediator I am able to steer people to agreements that are fair and acceptable to both parties. In mediation issues like property division, child visitation, child custody, and handling marital assets are resolved. I offer a free consultation to people considering using me as their divorce mediator.

We needed help with Trust administration and we contacted McCarthy Law. They were extremely…read moreknowledgeable and helpful with a desire to help in a sensitive and caring manner. I can't say enough about our experience at McCarthy Law. Highly recommended.

From the owner: McCarthy Law is a woman-owned Rhode Island law firm dedicated to helping individuals and families…read moreplan for the future with clarity and confidence. We focus exclusively on elder law, estate planning, Medicaid planning, and long-term care solutions. Whether you’re looking to protect your assets, navigate the complexities of Medicaid, or create a comprehensive estate plan, our experienced legal team is here to guide you. We take a personalized approach to every case, getting to know your goals, values, and concerns. Our services include the creation of wills, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and both revocable and irrevocable trusts. We also assist with life care planning, guardianships, and trust administration to ensure your plan works when it’s needed most. At McCarthy Law, we believe that proactive planning provides peace of mind for you and your loved ones. If you’re seeking an elder law attorney, Medicaid lawyer, or estate planning professional who combines legal skill with genuine compassion, we are here to help.

When I was wrongly summoned to court for a refusal of a chemical test (I passed the field sobriety…read moretests, assessed a fine, and let go), I suddenly panicked. Was I going to lose my license? Would I have to install a device to start my car? I did a quick google search on "refusal of breathalyzer" and Marin, Barrett, and Murphy was the first law firm to pop up. It was after hours so I left a message. I was surprised and delighted a short while later when attorney Stefani Murphy called me back. I explained the circumstances and discussed my driving record with her to see if there were any real concerns. Her calm and professional demeanor immediately put me at ease. Within minutes it seemed like I was talking with an old friend! Stefani was knowledgeable, friendly, and assured me that we had a good case and not to worry. She made it so easy, and her fees were very reasonable. When she had a scheduling conflict, she rescheduled the court date so that she could represent me. She met with me a few days before as I had a few follow-up questions. After meeting Stefani in person, I was even more convinced I had made the right phone call seeking legal counsel. The morning of the court date we met at 9 AM. By 9:03 she had the most serious charges dropped! I retained only the handheld device violation with minor court costs. No loss of license, no blemishes on my record at all! Stefani really came through! Beyond being very competent, she is a joy to talk to. If I have legal problems in the future, I will definitely call Stefani - without hesitation!

Stefanie represented me for my case and really goes all in, she's knowledgeable articulate,…read moreprofessional and extremely personable, understanding and empathetic. Keeping me informed constantly and made me aware of all my options, extremely positive and encouraging. Quickly replied back to calls and text and even after my case ended continued to make court appearances for me to help resolve my issues and questions. Stefanie genuinely cares about her clients, which showed from the first meeting and continued even after my case was resolved. 5 stars. Thank you so much.

I have used Joe numerous times.He is knowledgeable and professional.He's the best ! If you want the…read morejob done right and fast call him.

From the owner: You speak - We listen - They pay!…read more Daigle Law, P.C. brings extensive litigation experience to handling Personal Injury, Employment Law and Discrimination Claims in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Joe Daigle has represented Fortune 500 companies and major insurers in personal injury and employment & discrimination litigation cases and has published numerous articles on employment issues and employee rights. Please contact our office for a free consultation. Call: 401-379-9675 (5 Star Review) Attorney Lawrence R. about Daigle LAW says: “Joe’s law firm took over a complicated piece of litigation that I had started with another firm. It had been going on for years. When he got the case, Joe realized that the original attorneys had omitted an important claim. Joe was able to amend the complaint and, because of this, we ended up, after a long trial, with a Judgment encompassing everything of importance to my claim. Although his client (me) could be troublesome, Joe always maintained his professionalism and kept his eye on the ultimate goal of winning the case. I highly recommend him.”