Atty. Paul A Lietar
Paul A Lietar is a lawyer practicing ethics & professional responsibility, civil litigation, personal injury and 6 other areas of law. Paul received a B.A. degree from University of Rhode Island, and has been licensed for 62 years.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Providence, RI · 62+ Years Experience
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About Paul A Lietar at a Glance
Paul A Lietar is a Member based in Providence, Rhode Island, practicing at Law Offices of Paul A. Lietar. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, litigation, insurance, and adr. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1964), Massachusetts (1964), and U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island (1965). Educated at Boston University School of Law LL.B. (—) and University of Rhode Island B.A. (—). Active member of Rhode Island and Massachusetts Bar Associations Rhode Island Trial Lawyers' Association. Serves clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Paul A Lietar
- Paul A Lietar is a lawyer practicing ethics & professional responsibility, civil litigation, personal injury and 6 other areas of law
- Paul received a B.A. degree from University of Rhode Island, and has been licensed for 62 years
- Paul practices at Law Offices of Paul A. Lietar in Providence, RI
Practice Areas Explained
Paul A Lietar's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul A Lietar handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Providence.
Personal Injury in Providence
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.
Paul A Lietar is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Rhode Island →
Workers Compensation in Providence
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Paul A Lietar is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Rhode Island →
Civil Litigation in Providence
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Paul A Lietar is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Rhode Island →
Insurance Law in Providence
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Paul A Lietar is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Rhode Island →
Mediation & Arbitration in Providence
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Paul A Lietar 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 Paul A Lietar
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 Paul A Lietar's practice in the field of personal injury, workers comp, litigation, insurance, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Paul A Lietar brings 62+ 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 Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island, Paul A Lietar can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, workers comp, and litigation, Paul A Lietar 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 Paul A Lietar 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 Paul A Lietar Handles in Providence
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Paul A Lietar 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Paul A Lietar directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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