Atty. Patrick James Quinlan
Patrick James Quinlan is a lawyer practicing mediation, arbitration, public finance & tax exempt finance and 9 other areas of law. Patrick received a B.A. degree from Marist College in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.
Arbitration & More Attorney · Serving Providence, RI · 52+ Years Experience
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About Patrick James Quinlan at a Glance
Patrick James Quinlan is a Member based in Providence, Rhode Island, practicing at Patrick J. Quinlan, Attorney at Law. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on tax, m&a, government, and adr. Admitted to practice in Texas (1974), Rhode Island (1978), U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1978), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth and Federal Circuits (1980). Educated at Baylor University (J.D., 1974) and Marist College (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Rhode Island (Member: Bar Journal Board of Editors, 1979-1984 Bench Bar Committee, 1991) and Massachusetts Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Rhode Island Trucking Association. Serves clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick James Quinlan
- Patrick James Quinlan is a lawyer practicing mediation, arbitration, public finance & tax exempt finance and 9 other areas of law
- Patrick received a B.A. degree from Marist College in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
- Patrick practices at Patrick J. Quinlan, Attorney at Law in Providence, RI
Practice Areas Explained
Patrick James Quinlan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick James Quinlan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Providence.
Tax Law in Providence
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Providence
Patrick James Quinlan is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Rhode Island →
Government & Administrative Law in Providence
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Patrick James Quinlan is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Rhode Island →
Mediation & Arbitration in Providence
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Patrick James Quinlan is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Rhode Island →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Providence
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 venue, 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.
Providence Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Providence-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Providence Choose Patrick James Quinlan
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Patrick James Quinlan's practice in the field of tax, m&a, government, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick James Quinlan brings 52+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Texas, Rhode Island, and U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit, Patrick James Quinlan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering tax, m&a, and government, Patrick James Quinlan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Providence
A Providence-based practice means Patrick James Quinlan attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Patrick James Quinlan Handles in Providence
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Patrick James Quinlan has experience with under Rhode Island law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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