Atty. Kathleen Managhan

Atty. Kathleen Managhan

Kathleen Managhan is a lawyer practicing civil rights, general practice, civil litigation and 5 other areas of law. Kathleen received a B.A. degree from Mills College in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years.

Newport Newport 55 yrs experience 55 year
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Profile Summary

About Kathleen Managhan at a glance

Kathleen Managhan is a personal injury, litigation, civil rights, appellate, and animal law attorney based in Newport, Rhode Island. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1971), U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island (1972), and U.S. Supreme Court (1979). Educated at Cornell University (J.D., 1971) and Mills College (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Newport, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Kathleen Managhan is a lawyer practicing civil rights, general practice, civil litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • Kathleen received a B.A. degree from Mills College in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Kathleen practices in Newport, RI

Practice Areas Explained

Kathleen Managhan's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Civil Litigation

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

Kathleen Managhan is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Rhode Island →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Kathleen Managhan is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Rhode Island →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Kathleen Managhan is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Rhode Island →

Animal Law

Animal law attorneys for pet custody, veterinary malpractice, animal welfare, and dangerous dog cases.

Kathleen Managhan is one of 5,126 animal law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse animal law 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 Newport 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 Kathleen Managhan

Where is Kathleen Managhan's law office located?
Kathleen Managhan's law practice is located in Newport, Rhode Island. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kathleen Managhan handle?
Kathleen Managhan focuses on personal injury, litigation, civil rights, appellate, animal law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has Kathleen Managhan practiced law?
Kathleen Managhan has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Kathleen Managhan go to law school?
Kathleen Managhan earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact Kathleen Managhan for a consultation?
You can contact Kathleen Managhan 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 Kathleen Managhan received?
Kathleen Managhan's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Cornell University
- 1971
B.A.
Mills College
- 1968

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1971
U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1979

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