Atty. Robert D Emerson

Atty. Robert D Emerson

Robert D Emerson is a lawyer practicing corporate law, securities, mergers and acquisitions and 4 other areas of law. Robert received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1979, and has been licensed for 35 years.

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Profile Summary

About Robert D Emerson at a glance

Robert D Emerson is an Of Counsel based in Providence, Rhode Island, practicing at Duffy & Sweeney, Ltd.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, ip, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1991) and Massachusetts (1992). Educated at Boston College (J.D., 1991) and Harvard University (A.B. Biology, 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Rhode Island (Committee on Business Organizations, 1999) and Massachusetts Bar Associations. Serands clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert D Emerson is a lawyer practicing corporate law, securities, mergers and acquisitions and 4 other areas of law
  • Robert received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1979, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Robert practices at Duffy & Sweeney, Ltd. in Providence, RI

Practice Areas Explained

Robert D Emerson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert D Emerson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Robert D Emerson is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Rhode Island →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Robert D Emerson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Rhode Island →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Robert D Emerson is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Rhode Island →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Robert D Emerson is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Rhode Island →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Robert D Emerson is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Rhode Island →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Rhode Island

Practicing law in Rhode Island. Legal matters in Rhode Island are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Providence are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Rhode Island state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Rhode Island brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Rhode Island courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert D Emerson

Where is Robert D Emerson's law office located?
Robert D Emerson's law practice is located in Providence, Rhode Island. The firm is Duffy & Sweeney, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert D Emerson handle?
Robert D Emerson focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, ip, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has Robert D Emerson practiced law?
Robert D Emerson has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Robert D Emerson go to law school?
Robert D Emerson earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (A.B. Biology, 1979).
How can I contact Robert D Emerson for a consultation?
You can contact Robert D Emerson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Robert D Emerson received?
Robert D Emerson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Boston College
- 1991
A.B. Biology
Harvard University
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1991
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1992

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