Atty. Donald J Packer

Atty. Donald J Packer

Donald J Packer is a lawyer practicing zoning, planning and land use, general practice, litigation and 5 other areas of law. Donald received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Peace Dale Peace Dale 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About Donald J Packer at a glance

Donald J Packer is a Member based in Peace Dale, Rhode Island. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on contracts, probate, zoning, poa, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1975), U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island (1975), and U.S. Supreme Court (1979). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1975) and Georgetown University (B.A. Economics, 1972). Active member of Washington County, Rhode Island and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Peace Dale, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Donald J Packer is a lawyer practicing zoning, planning and land use, general practice, litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • Donald received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Donald practices in Peace Dale, RI

Practice Areas Explained

Donald J Packer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Donald J Packer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Probate

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Land Use & Zoning

Donald J Packer is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Rhode Island →

Power of Attorney

Donald J Packer is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Rhode Island →

Civil Litigation

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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 Peace Dale 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 Donald J Packer

Where is Donald J Packer's law office located?
Donald J Packer's law practice is located in Peace Dale, Rhode Island. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donald J Packer handle?
Donald J Packer focuses on contracts, probate, zoning, poa, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has Donald J Packer practiced law?
Donald J Packer has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Donald J Packer go to law school?
Donald J Packer earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A. Economics, 1972).
How can I contact Donald J Packer for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Suffolk University
- 1975
B.A. Economics
Georgetown University
- 1972

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1979

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