Atty. Sheya Rivard
Sheya Rivard is an associate in Pierce Atwood’s Litigation Practice Group. Prior to joining Pierce Atwood, Sheya served as a judicial law clerk in the Rhode Island Superior Court Law Clerk Department.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Providence, RI
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About Sheya Rivard at a Glance
Sheya Rivard is a business, construction, and litigation attorney based in Providence, Rhode Island, practicing at Pierce Atwood LLP. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island, Rhode Island Bar Association and Massachusetts, Massachusetts Bar Association. Educated at Roger Williams University (J.D., 2022). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026). Serves clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Sheya Rivard
- Sheya Rivard is an associate in Pierce Atwood’s Litigation Practice Group
- Prior to joining Pierce Atwood, Sheya served as a judicial law clerk in the Rhode Island Superior Court Law Clerk Department
- While there, she supported the Providence County Motion Calendar where she researched and analyzed legal issues, reviewed evidence, and drafted bench memoranda
- She also drafted opinions for civil and criminal matters including statutory causes of action, injunctions, and criminal sentencing
- During law school, Sheya was a legal extern for the Governor of Rhode Island’s Executive Legal Counsel, where she coordinated with state agencies regarding legal and policy issues and collaborated with legislative branch representatives to ensure that legislation complied with the state’s constitution
- Sheya also served as judicial intern for the Honorable O. Rogeriee Thompson of the United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit, where she identified, researched, and analyzed issues relating to civil and criminal matters heard before the court
Practice Areas Explained
Sheya Rivard's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sheya Rivard handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Providence.
Business & Corporate Law in Providence
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Construction Law in Providence
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Civil Litigation in Providence
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Providence
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 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.
Providence Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Providence-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Providence Choose Sheya Rivard
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Sheya Rivard's practice in the field of business, construction, and litigation.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Rhode Island, Rhode Island Bar Association and Massachusetts, Massachusetts Bar Association, Sheya Rivard can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, construction, and litigation, Sheya Rivard can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Providence
A Providence-based practice means Sheya Rivard attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Sheya Rivard Handles in Providence
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Sheya Rivard has experience with under Rhode Island law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Sheya Rivard directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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