Atty. David P Kerins
David P Kerins is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal law, divorce law and 1 other area of law. David received a B.A. degree from Seton Hall University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.
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David P Kerins is a divorce, personal injury, criminal defense, and government attorney based in Newport, Rhode Island. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1974) and Florida (1980). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1974) and Seton Hall University (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Newport, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- David P Kerins is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal law, divorce law and 1 other area of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Seton Hall University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
- David practices in Newport, RI
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
David P Kerins is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Rhode Island →
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.
David P Kerins is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Rhode Island →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
David P Kerins is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Rhode Island →
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
David P Kerins is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 Newport 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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