Atty. Richard E. Kirby

Atty. Richard E. Kirby

Richard E. Kirby is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal law, personal injury and 5 other areas of law.

Providence Providence 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard E. Kirby at a glance

Richard E. Kirby is a probate, personal injury, criminal defense, business, and zoning attorney based in Providence, Rhode Island. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1987). Educated at Catholic University of America (J.D., 1987) and University of Rhode Island (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Richard E. Kirby is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal law, personal injury and 5 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Rhode Island in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Richard practices in Providence, RI

Practice Areas Explained

Richard E. Kirby's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Richard E. Kirby is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate 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.

Richard E. Kirby is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Rhode Island →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Richard E. Kirby is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Rhode Island →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Richard E. Kirby is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Rhode Island →

Land Use & Zoning

Richard E. Kirby is one of 40,226 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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Richard E. Kirby

Where is Richard E. Kirby's law office located?
Richard E. Kirby's law practice is located in Providence, Rhode Island. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard E. Kirby handle?
Richard E. Kirby focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, business, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has Richard E. Kirby practiced law?
Richard E. Kirby has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Richard E. Kirby go to law school?
Richard E. Kirby earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Richard E. Kirby for a consultation?
You can contact Richard E. Kirby 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 Richard E. Kirby received?
Richard E. Kirby's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Catholic University of America
- 1987
B.A.
University of Rhode Island
- 1984

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1987

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