Atty. Seth H. Handy

Atty. Seth H. Handy

Seth H. Handy is a lawyer practicing environmental law, energy, real estate and 3 other areas of law.

Providence Providence 30 yrs experience 30 year
Call (401) 530-6070 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Seth H. Handy at a glance

Seth H. Handy is a real estate, litigation, environmental, government, and energy attorney based in Providence, Rhode Island. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1996), Massachusetts (1997), and U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island (1997). Educated at Vermont Law School (J.D. M.S.E.L., 1996) and Harvard University (A.B., 1990). Active member of Co-Chair, Environmental and Energy Law Committee, Rhode Island Bar Association. Serands clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Seth H. Handy is a lawyer practicing environmental law, energy, real estate and 3 other areas of law
  • Seth received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1990, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Seth practices in Providence, RI

Practice Areas Explained

Seth H. Handy's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Seth H. Handy is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Rhode Island →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Seth H. Handy is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Rhode Island →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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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 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 Seth H. Handy

Where is Seth H. Handy's law office located?
Seth H. Handy's law practice is located in Providence, Rhode Island. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Seth H. Handy handle?
Seth H. Handy focuses on real estate, litigation, environmental, government, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has Seth H. Handy practiced law?
Seth H. Handy has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Seth H. Handy go to law school?
Seth H. Handy earned their education at (J.D. M.S.E.L., 1996); (A.B., 1990).
How can I contact Seth H. Handy for a consultation?
You can contact Seth H. Handy 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.

Education

J.D. M.S.E.L.
Vermont Law School
- 1996
A.B.
Harvard University
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1996
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island
Admitted: 1997

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