Atty. David Eric O'Connell
David Eric O'Connell is a lawyer practicing military law, torts, criminal law. David received a B.A. degree from University of North Florida in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years.
Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Jamestown, RI · 28+ Years Experience
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About David Eric O'Connell at a Glance
David Eric O'Connell is an U.S. Coast Guard based in Jamestown, Rhode Island. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and military. Admitted to practice in Florida (1998). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1998) and University of North Florida (B.A., 1993). Serves clients in Jamestown, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Eric O'Connell
- David Eric O'Connell is a lawyer practicing military law, torts, criminal law
- David received a B.A. degree from University of North Florida in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years
- David practices in Jamestown, RI
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David Eric O'Connell's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Eric O'Connell handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Jamestown.
Personal Injury in Jamestown
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Criminal Defense in Jamestown
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Military Law in Jamestown
Military attorneys for court-martial, discharge upgrades, veterans benefits, and military family matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Jamestown
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 Jamestown 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 venue, 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.
Jamestown Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Jamestown-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Jamestown Choose David Eric O'Connell
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David Eric O'Connell's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, and military.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Eric O'Connell brings 28+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and military, David Eric O'Connell can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Jamestown
A Jamestown-based practice means David Eric O'Connell attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David Eric O'Connell Handles in Jamestown
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David Eric O'Connell has experience with under Rhode Island law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David Eric O'Connell directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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