Atty. Kevin S. Cotter

Atty. Kevin S. Cotter

Kevin S. Cotter is a lawyer practicing personal injury, civil litigation, insurance defense and 3 other areas of law.

Providence Providence 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Kevin S. Cotter at a glance

Kevin S. Cotter is a Member based in Providence, Rhode Island, practicing at Van Tienhoven & Cotter, Limited. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on personal injury, product liability, nursing home, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1984), West Virginia (1984), U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia (1984), and U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island (1985). Educated at West Virginia University (J.D., 1984) and Providence College (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Rhode Island, West Virginia, Massachusetts and American (Member: Sections on Litigation and Insurance) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Kevin S. Cotter is a lawyer practicing personal injury, civil litigation, insurance defense and 3 other areas of law
  • Kevin received a B.A. degree from Providence College in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Kevin practices at Van Tienhoven & Cotter, Limited in Providence, RI

Practice Areas Explained

Kevin S. Cotter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kevin S. Cotter 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.

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

Product Liability

Kevin S. Cotter is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Rhode Island →

Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect

Kevin S. Cotter is one of 6,002 nursing home attorneys indexed nationally. Browse nursing home attorneys in Rhode Island →

Civil Litigation

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

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

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Kevin S. Cotter is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Kevin S. Cotter

Where is Kevin S. Cotter's law office located?
Kevin S. Cotter's law practice is located in Providence, Rhode Island. The firm is Van Tienhoven & Cotter, Limited. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kevin S. Cotter handle?
Kevin S. Cotter focuses on personal injury, product liability, nursing home, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has Kevin S. Cotter practiced law?
Kevin S. Cotter has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Kevin S. Cotter go to law school?
Kevin S. Cotter earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Kevin S. Cotter for a consultation?
You can contact Kevin S. Cotter 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 S. Cotter received?
Kevin S. Cotter's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
West Virginia University
- 1984
B.A.
Providence College
- 1981

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1984
West Virginia
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island
Admitted: 1985
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1990

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