Atty. Richard James

Atty. Richard James

Richard James is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi. Richard has been licensed for 33 years.

Cranston Cranston 33 yrs experience 33 year
Call (401) 530-7917 Book Appointment

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About Richard James at a glance

Richard James is a dui/dwi and criminal defense attorney based in Cranston, Rhode Island. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1993). Educated at Suffolk University Law School (JD, 1993). Serands clients in Cranston, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard James is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi
  • Richard has been licensed for 33 years
  • Richard practices in Cranston, RI

Practice Areas Explained

Richard James's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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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 Cranston 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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Where is Richard James's law office located?
Richard James's law practice is located in Cranston, Rhode Island. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard James handle?
Richard James focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has Richard James practiced law?
Richard James has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Richard James go to law school?
Richard James earned their education at (JD, 1993).
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Practice Areas

Education

JD
Suffolk University Law School
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1993

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