Atty. Ralph Stokes

Atty. Ralph Stokes

Ralph Stokes is a lawyer practicing real estate title, commercial lending, zoning, planning and land use and 2 other areas of law. Ralph received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1971, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Exeter Exeter 45 Years Experience 45 year
Call (401) 530-6057

Profile Summary

About Ralph Stokes at a glance

Ralph Stokes is a CATIC based in Exeter, Rhode Island. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1981) and Massachusetts (1984). Educated at New England School of Law (J.D., 1981) and University of Maryland (B.A., 1971). Serves clients in Exeter, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ralph Stokes is a lawyer practicing real estate title, commercial lending, zoning, planning and land use and 2 other areas of law
  • Ralph received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1971, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Ralph practices in Exeter, RI

Practice Areas Explained

Ralph Stokes's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Ralph Stokes is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Rhode Island →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Ralph Stokes is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Rhode Island →

Land Use & Zoning

Ralph Stokes is one of 36,102 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning 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 Exeter 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ralph Stokes

Where is Ralph Stokes's law office located?
Ralph Stokes's law practice is located in Exeter, Rhode Island. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ralph Stokes handle?
Ralph Stokes focuses on business, real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has Ralph Stokes practiced law?
Ralph Stokes has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Ralph Stokes go to law school?
Ralph Stokes earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Ralph Stokes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
New England School of Law
- 1981
B.A.
University of Maryland
- 1971

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1981
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1984

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