Atty. John E Ottaviani
John E Ottaviani is a lawyer practicing litigation, internet, intellectual property and 1 other area of law. John received a A.B. degree from Bowdoin College in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.
Intellectual Property & More Attorney · Serving Providence, RI · 44+ Years Experience
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About John E Ottaviani at a Glance
John E Ottaviani is an Of Counsel based in Providence, Rhode Island, practicing at Partridge Snow & Hahn LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, ip, litigation, and internet. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1982), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1983), and Rhode Island (1989). Educated at Columbia University School of Law (J.D., 1982) and Bowdoin College (A.B., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John E Ottaviani
- John E Ottaviani is a lawyer practicing litigation, internet, intellectual property and 1 other area of law
- John received a A.B. degree from Bowdoin College in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
- John practices at Partridge Snow & Hahn LLP in Providence, RI
Practice Areas Explained
John E Ottaviani's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John E Ottaviani handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Providence.
Business & Corporate Law in Providence
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Intellectual Property in Providence
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
John E Ottaviani is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Rhode Island →
Civil Litigation in Providence
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Internet & Cyber Law in Providence
Internet and cyber lawyers for data breaches, online defamation, privacy law, and cybersecurity matters.
John E Ottaviani is one of 17,826 internet attorneys indexed nationally. Browse internet attorneys in Rhode Island →
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 E Ottaviani
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 E Ottaviani's practice in the field of business, ip, litigation, and internet.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John E Ottaviani brings 44+ 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, U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit, and Rhode Island, John E Ottaviani can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, ip, and litigation, John E Ottaviani 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 E Ottaviani 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 E Ottaviani Handles in Providence
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