Atty. Steven Jagger McDonald

Atty. Steven Jagger McDonald

Steven Jagger McDonald is a lawyer practicing education law, civil rights, landlord / tenant and 1 other area of law. Steven received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Providence Providence 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven Jagger McDonald at a glance

Steven Jagger McDonald is a Gen. Coun. based in Providence, Rhode Island. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on civil rights, education, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1985) and Rhode Island (2002). Educated at Yale University (J.D., 1985) and Duke University (A.B., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Steven Jagger McDonald is a lawyer practicing education law, civil rights, landlord / tenant and 1 other area of law
  • Steven received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Steven practices in Providence, RI

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Jagger McDonald's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Steven Jagger McDonald is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Rhode Island →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Steven Jagger McDonald is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Rhode Island →

Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

Steven Jagger McDonald is one of 22,365 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant 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 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 Steven Jagger McDonald

Where is Steven Jagger McDonald's law office located?
Steven Jagger McDonald's law practice is located in Providence, Rhode Island. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Jagger McDonald handle?
Steven Jagger McDonald focuses on civil rights, education, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has Steven Jagger McDonald practiced law?
Steven Jagger McDonald has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Steven Jagger McDonald go to law school?
Steven Jagger McDonald earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (A.B., 1982).
How can I contact Steven Jagger McDonald for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Steven Jagger McDonald received?
Steven Jagger McDonald's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Yale University
- 1985
A.B.
Duke University
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1985
Rhode Island
Admitted: 2002

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