Atty. Kevin P. Gavin

Atty. Kevin P. Gavin

Kevin P. Gavin is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury, commercial litigation.

Portsmouth Portsmouth 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Kevin P. Gavin at a glance

Kevin P. Gavin is a Member based in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, practicing at Law Office of Kevin P. Gavin. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1983), U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island (1984), U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1989), and Massachusetts (1990). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1983) and College of the Holy Cross (A.B., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Newport County, Rhode Island and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Portsmouth, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Kevin P. Gavin is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury, commercial litigation
  • Kevin received a A.B. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Kevin practices at Law Office of Kevin P. Gavin in Portsmouth, RI

Practice Areas Explained

Kevin P. Gavin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kevin P. Gavin 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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Kevin P. Gavin is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Rhode Island →

Civil Litigation

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

Kevin P. Gavin is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Portsmouth 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 Kevin P. Gavin

Where is Kevin P. Gavin's law office located?
Kevin P. Gavin's law practice is located in Portsmouth, Rhode Island. The firm is Law Office of Kevin P. Gavin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kevin P. Gavin handle?
Kevin P. Gavin focuses on personal injury, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has Kevin P. Gavin practiced law?
Kevin P. Gavin has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Kevin P. Gavin go to law school?
Kevin P. Gavin earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (A.B., 1979).
How can I contact Kevin P. Gavin for a consultation?
You can contact Kevin P. Gavin 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 Kevin P. Gavin received?
Kevin P. Gavin's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Suffolk University
- 1983
A.B.
College of the Holy Cross
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1989
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1990

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