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Atty. David H Ferrara

Atty. David H Ferrara

David H Ferrara is a lawyer practicing general practice, corporate law, business law and 6 other areas of law. David received a A.B. degree from Brown University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Cranston Cranston 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About David H Ferrara at a glance

David H Ferrara is a Member based in Cranston, Rhode Island, practicing at Taft & McSally LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on wills, contracts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1982), U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island (1983), and Massachusetts (2000). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1982) and Brown University (A.B., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Rhode Island, Massachusetts and American (Member, Section on Taxation) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Cranston, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David H Ferrara is a lawyer practicing general practice, corporate law, business law and 6 other areas of law
  • David received a A.B. degree from Brown University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • David practices at Taft & McSally LLP in Cranston, RI

Practice Areas Explained

David H Ferrara's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David H Ferrara handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

David H Ferrara is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Rhode Island →

Contracts

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Probate

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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.

David H Ferrara is one of 226,536 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.

David H Ferrara is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business 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 Cranston 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 David H Ferrara

Where is David H Ferrara's law office located?
David H Ferrara's law practice is located in Cranston, Rhode Island. The firm is Taft & McSally LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David H Ferrara handle?
David H Ferrara focuses on wills, contracts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has David H Ferrara practiced law?
David H Ferrara has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did David H Ferrara go to law school?
David H Ferrara earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (A.B., 1979).
How can I contact David H Ferrara for a consultation?
You can contact David H Ferrara 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 David H Ferrara received?
David H Ferrara's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1982
A.B.
Brown University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island
Admitted: 1983
Massachusetts
Admitted: 2000

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