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About Michael J. Richards at a glance
Michael J. Richards is an attorney based in Newport, Rhode Island. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1996) and Rhode Island (2009). Educated at Massachusetts School of Law (J.D., 1996) and University of Massachusetts (B.A., 1993). Serands clients in Newport, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Michael J. Richards is a lawyer
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years
- Michael practices in Newport, RI
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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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