Atty. Caroline Cole Cornwell

Atty. Caroline Cole Cornwell

Caroline Cole Cornwell is a lawyer practicing appellate litigation. Caroline received a B.A. degree from Newcomb College, Tulane University in 1960, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Providence Providence 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Caroline Cole Cornwell at a glance

Caroline Cole Cornwell is a appellate attorney based in Providence, Rhode Island. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1987), Massachusetts (1988), U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1988), and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1990). Educated at New England School of Law (J.D., 1987) and Newcomb College, Tulane University (B.A., 1960). Serands clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Caroline Cole Cornwell is a lawyer practicing appellate litigation
  • Caroline received a B.A. degree from Newcomb College, Tulane University in 1960, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Caroline practices in Providence, RI

Practice Areas Explained

Caroline Cole Cornwell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Caroline Cole Cornwell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Caroline Cole Cornwell

Where is Caroline Cole Cornwell's law office located?
Caroline Cole Cornwell's law practice is located in Providence, Rhode Island. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Caroline Cole Cornwell handle?
Caroline Cole Cornwell focuses on appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has Caroline Cole Cornwell practiced law?
Caroline Cole Cornwell has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Caroline Cole Cornwell go to law school?
Caroline Cole Cornwell earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1960).
How can I contact Caroline Cole Cornwell for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
New England School of Law
- 1987
B.A.
Newcomb College, Tulane University
- 1960

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1987
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1995

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