Atty. John S Foley

Atty. John S Foley

John S Foley is a lawyer practicing personal injury, vehicle accidents, medical malpractice and 4 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Rhode Island, Kingston in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Providence Providence 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About John S Foley at a glance

John S Foley is a Partner based in Providence, Rhode Island, practicing at FoleyCerilli A Professional Corporation. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, litigation, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1977), Rhode Island (1978), U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island (1978), and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1979). Educated at Boston University School of Law, MA (J.D., 1977) and University of Rhode Island, Kingston (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John S Foley is a lawyer practicing personal injury, vehicle accidents, medical malpractice and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Rhode Island, Kingston in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • John practices at FoleyCerilli A Professional Corporation in Providence, RI

Practice Areas Explained

John S Foley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John S Foley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

John S Foley is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Rhode Island →

Wrongful Death

John S Foley is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Rhode Island →

Personal Injury

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 S Foley is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Rhode Island →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

John S Foley is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Rhode Island →

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

John S Foley is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Rhode Island →

Jurisdictional Context

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 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John S Foley

Where is John S Foley's law office located?
John S Foley's law practice is located in Providence, Rhode Island. The firm is FoleyCerilli A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John S Foley handle?
John S Foley focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, litigation, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has John S Foley practiced law?
John S Foley has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did John S Foley go to law school?
John S Foley earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact John S Foley for a consultation?
You can contact John S Foley directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John S Foley received?
John S Foley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston University School of Law, MA
- 1977
B.A.
University of Rhode Island, Kingston
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1977
Rhode Island
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1985

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