Atty. John E. Deaton
John E. Deaton is a lawyer practicing asbestos litigation, mesothelioma, personal injury and 1 other area of law.
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John E. Deaton is an Attorney based in East Providence, Rhode Island, practicing at The Deaton Law Firm. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1995), Rhode Island (2001), Massachusetts (2004), and Connecticut (2005). Educated at New England School of Law (J.D., 1995) and Eastern Michigan University (B.S., 1989). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Rhode Island Bar Association Rhode Island Trial Lawyers Association National Trial Lawyers. Serves clients in East Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- John E. Deaton is a lawyer practicing asbestos litigation, mesothelioma, personal injury and 1 other area of law
- John received a B.S. degree from Eastern Michigan University in 1989, and has been licensed for 31 years
- John practices at The Deaton Law Firm in East Providence, RI
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John E. Deaton is one of 28,053 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death 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.
John E. Deaton is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Rhode Island →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
John E. Deaton is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 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.
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