Atty. J. Richard Ratcliffe
Law Clerk to the Honorable Donald F. Shea, Associate Justice of Rhode Island Supreme Court, 1982-1983.
Profile Summary
About J. Richard Ratcliffe at a glance
J. Richard Ratcliffe is a Partner based in Providence, Rhode Island, practicing at Ratcliffe Harten Galamaga LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, construction, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1981), Massachusetts (1981), U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island (1982), and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1983). Educated at Washington University (J.D., 1981) and Providence College (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Rhode Island (House of Delegates), Massachusetts, Federal (Executive Committee) and American Bar Associations Rhode Island Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Want to Get Service From This Attorney?
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About
- Law Clerk to the Honorable Donald F. Shea, Associate Justice of Rhode Island Supreme Court, 1982-1983
- Assistant Attorney General, State of Rhode Island, 1988-1995
Author
- "Representing Witnesses Before a Grand Jury," Rhode Island Bar Journal, April 1995
- Honored by his peers as 2008 SuperLawyer in the area of Civil Litigation Defense
Practice Areas Explained
J. Richard Ratcliffe's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J. Richard Ratcliffe handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
J. Richard Ratcliffe is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Rhode Island →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
J. Richard Ratcliffe is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Rhode Island →
J. Richard Ratcliffe is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Rhode Island →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
J. Richard Ratcliffe is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Rhode Island →
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
J. Richard Ratcliffe is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights 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 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.
Looking for additional Rhode Island attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Providence or all attorneys in Rhode Island.
Frequently Asked
Common questions about J. Richard Ratcliffe
Where is J. Richard Ratcliffe's law office located?
What practice areas does J. Richard Ratcliffe handle?
How long has J. Richard Ratcliffe practiced law?
Where did J. Richard Ratcliffe go to law school?
How can I contact J. Richard Ratcliffe for a consultation?
What awards or recognition has J. Richard Ratcliffe received?
Practice Areas
Education
Awards
Bar Admissions
Reviews
No reviews yet.