Atty. Stephen P. Sheehan

Atty. Stephen P. Sheehan

Stephen P. Sheehan is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, products liability, negligence and 4 other areas of law.

Providence Providence 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen P. Sheehan at a glance

Stephen P. Sheehan is a Member based in Providence, Rhode Island, practicing at Wistow, Barylick, Sheehan & Loveley, PC. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, business, and adoption. Admitted to practice in New York (1982), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1982), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1982), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1984). Educated at Rutgers University (J.D., 1981) and University of Massachusetts (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Rhode Island Bar Association Maritime Law Association of the United States American Association for Justice. Serands clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen P. Sheehan is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, products liability, negligence and 4 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Stephen practices at Wistow, Barylick, Sheehan & Loveley, PC in Providence, RI

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen P. Sheehan's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Wrongful Death

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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.

Stephen P. Sheehan is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Rhode Island →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Adoption

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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 Stephen P. Sheehan

Where is Stephen P. Sheehan's law office located?
Stephen P. Sheehan's law practice is located in Providence, Rhode Island. The firm is Wistow, Barylick, Sheehan & Loveley, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen P. Sheehan handle?
Stephen P. Sheehan focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, business, adoption. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has Stephen P. Sheehan practiced law?
Stephen P. Sheehan has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Stephen P. Sheehan go to law school?
Stephen P. Sheehan earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Stephen P. Sheehan for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen P. Sheehan 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 P. Sheehan received?
Stephen P. Sheehan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Rutgers University
- 1981
B.A.
University of Massachusetts
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1985
Rhode Island
Admitted: 1988
Massachusetts U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts, U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1990

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