Atty. Peter J. Cerilli

Atty. Peter J. Cerilli

Peter J. Cerilli is a lawyer practicing car accidents, brain injury, birth injury and 8 other areas of law.

Providence Providence 45 yrs experience 45 year
Call (401) 735-4558 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Peter J. Cerilli at a glance

Peter J. Cerilli is a Partner based in Providence, Rhode Island, practicing at FoleyCerilli A Professional Corporation. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on car accidents, contracts, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1981), Massachusetts (1981), and U.S. District Court, Districts of Rhode Island and Massachusetts (1982). Educated at Boston College Law School (J.D., 1981) and Brown University B.A. magna cum laude Brown University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Board of Trial Advocates Rhode Island Bar Association Rhode Island Association for Justice American Association for Justice and Fellow:. Serands clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Peter J. Cerilli is a lawyer practicing car accidents, brain injury, birth injury and 8 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from Brown University, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Peter practices at FoleyCerilli A Professional Corporation in Providence, RI

Practice Areas Explained

Peter J. Cerilli's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter J. Cerilli handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Peter J. Cerilli is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Rhode Island →

Contracts

Peter J. Cerilli is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Rhode Island →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Peter J. Cerilli is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Rhode Island →

Wrongful Death

Peter J. Cerilli is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Rhode Island →

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.

Peter J. Cerilli is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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.

Looking for additional Rhode Island attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Providence or all attorneys in Rhode Island.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter J. Cerilli

Where is Peter J. Cerilli's law office located?
Peter J. Cerilli's law practice is located in Providence, Rhode Island. The firm is FoleyCerilli A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter J. Cerilli handle?
Peter J. Cerilli focuses on car accidents, contracts, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has Peter J. Cerilli practiced law?
Peter J. Cerilli has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Peter J. Cerilli go to law school?
Peter J. Cerilli earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (—).
How can I contact Peter J. Cerilli for a consultation?
You can contact Peter J. Cerilli 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 Peter J. Cerilli received?
Peter J. Cerilli's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston College Law School
- 1981
Brown University B.A. magna cum laude Brown University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1981
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Districts of Rhode Island and Massachusetts
Admitted: 1982

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