Atty. John A. McQueeney
John A. McQueeney is a lawyer practicing wills & living wills, estate planning, litigation and 1 other area of law.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving Providence, RI · 49+ Years Experience
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About John A. McQueeney at a Glance
John A. McQueeney is a Member based in Providence, Rhode Island, practicing at Higgins & Slattery. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on estate planning, poa, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1977). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1977) and Providence College (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Rhode Island and American Bar Associations Defense Research Institute. Serves clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John A. McQueeney
- John A. McQueeney is a lawyer practicing wills & living wills, estate planning, litigation and 1 other area of law
- John received a B.A. degree from Providence College in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
- John practices at Higgins & Slattery in Providence, RI
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John A. McQueeney's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John A. McQueeney handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Providence.
Estate Planning & Probate in Providence
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Power of Attorney in Providence
John A. McQueeney is one of 32,920 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Rhode Island →
Civil Litigation in Providence
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
John A. McQueeney is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Rhode Island →
Insurance Law in Providence
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in 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 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.
Providence Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a 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 Providence Choose John A. McQueeney
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 John A. McQueeney's practice in the field of estate planning, poa, litigation, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John A. McQueeney brings 49+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering estate planning, poa, and litigation, John A. McQueeney can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Providence
A Providence-based practice means John A. McQueeney attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues John A. McQueeney Handles in Providence
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John A. McQueeney 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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