Atty. Jacqueline Burns
Jacqueline Burns is a lawyer practicing general practice, criminal defense, domestic relations and 8 other areas of law. Jacqueline received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years.
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Jacqueline Burns is a Partner based in Johnston, Rhode Island, practicing at Pitts & Burns, Attorneys at Law. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1990) and U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island (1991). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1990) and Boston College (B.A. Political, 1987). Active member of Rhode Island Bar Association. Serands clients in Johnston, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Jacqueline Burns is a lawyer practicing general practice, criminal defense, domestic relations and 8 other areas of law
- Jacqueline received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Jacqueline practices at Pitts & Burns, Attorneys at Law in Johnston, RI
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jacqueline Burns handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Jacqueline Burns is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate 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.
Jacqueline Burns 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.
Jacqueline Burns is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Rhode Island →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Jacqueline Burns is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Rhode Island →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Jacqueline Burns is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Rhode Island →
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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 Johnston 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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