Atty. Jill E. Sugarman
Jill E. Sugarman is a lawyer practicing estate planning, wills / living wills, trusts and 1 other area of law.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving East Providence, RI · 32+ Years Experience
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About Jill E. Sugarman at a Glance
Jill E. Sugarman is an Associate based in East Providence, Rhode Island, practicing at Scott & Handwerger, LLP. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, poa, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1994) and Rhode Island (1994). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1993) and George Washington University (B.A., 1989). Serves clients in East Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jill E. Sugarman
- Jill E. Sugarman is a lawyer practicing estate planning, wills / living wills, trusts and 1 other area of law
- Jill received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1989, and has been licensed for 32 years
- Jill practices at Scott & Handwerger, LLP in East Providence, RI
Practice Areas Explained
Jill E. Sugarman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jill E. Sugarman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in East Providence.
Trusts in East Providence
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Estate Planning & Probate in East Providence
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Jill E. Sugarman is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Rhode Island →
Power of Attorney in East Providence
Jill E. Sugarman is one of 32,920 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Rhode Island →
Elder Law in East Providence
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
Jill E. Sugarman is one of 52,999 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Rhode Island →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in East Providence
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 East 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 venue, 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.
East Providence Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a East Providence-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in East Providence Choose Jill E. Sugarman
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Jill E. Sugarman's practice in the field of trusts, estate planning, poa, and elder law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jill E. Sugarman brings 32+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, Jill E. Sugarman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, estate planning, and poa, Jill E. Sugarman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in East Providence
A East Providence-based practice means Jill E. Sugarman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Jill E. Sugarman Handles in East Providence
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Jill E. Sugarman has experience with under Rhode Island law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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