Atty. Michael S. Kiernan
Michael S. Kiernan is a lawyer practicing litigation, insurance defense, products liability and 10 other areas of law.
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About Michael S. Kiernan at a glance
Michael S. Kiernan is a Partner based in Wakefield, Rhode Island. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on probate, medical malpractice, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1998) and U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island (1999). Educated at Roger Williams University (J.D., 1998) and Providence College (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Rhode Island Bar Association. Serands clients in Wakefield, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Michael S. Kiernan is a lawyer practicing litigation, insurance defense, products liability and 10 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Providence College in 1990, and has been licensed for 28 years
- Michael practices in Wakefield, RI
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Michael S. Kiernan's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael S. Kiernan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Michael S. Kiernan is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Rhode Island →
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Michael S. Kiernan is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Rhode Island →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Michael S. Kiernan is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Rhode Island →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael S. Kiernan is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Rhode Island →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Michael S. Kiernan is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Wakefield 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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