Atty. Stephen H. Burke

Atty. Stephen H. Burke

Stephen H. Burke is a lawyer practicing corporate law, commercial law, banking law and 10 other areas of law.

Wakefield Wakefield 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen H. Burke at a glance

Stephen H. Burke is a Partner based in Wakefield, Rhode Island. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, m&a, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1982) and U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island (1982). Educated at Boston College (J.D., 1982) and University of Rhode Island (B.S., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Rhode Island (Member, Committee on Environmental Law) and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Wakefield, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Stephen H. Burke is a lawyer practicing corporate law, commercial law, banking law and 10 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.S. degree from University of Rhode Island in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Stephen practices in Wakefield, RI

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen H. Burke's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen H. Burke 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.

Stephen H. Burke is one of 501,317 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.

Stephen H. Burke is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Rhode Island →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Stephen H. Burke is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Rhode Island →

Civil Litigation

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

Stephen H. Burke is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Rhode Island →

Environmental Law

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

Stephen H. Burke is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental 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 Wakefield 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.

Looking for additional Rhode Island attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Wakefield or all attorneys in Rhode Island.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephen H. Burke

Where is Stephen H. Burke's law office located?
Stephen H. Burke's law practice is located in Wakefield, Rhode Island. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen H. Burke handle?
Stephen H. Burke focuses on business, real estate, m&a, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has Stephen H. Burke practiced law?
Stephen H. Burke has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Stephen H. Burke go to law school?
Stephen H. Burke earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S., 1976).
How can I contact Stephen H. Burke for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen H. Burke 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 Stephen H. Burke received?
Stephen H. Burke's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Boston College
- 1982
B.S.
University of Rhode Island
- 1976

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island
Admitted: 1982

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