Atty. Susan Benfeito
Susan Benfeito is a lawyer practicing litigation, family, personal injury and 2 other areas of law. Susan has been licensed for 20 years.
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Susan Benfeito is a personal injury, criminal defense, family law, litigation, and appellate attorney based in East Greenwich, Rhode Island. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (2006) and Massachusetts (2015). Educated at Roger Williams University School of Law Doctor of Law (J.D.) (—). Serands clients in East Greenwich, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Susan Benfeito is a lawyer practicing litigation, family, personal injury and 2 other areas of law
- Susan has been licensed for 20 years
- Susan practices in East Greenwich, RI
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Susan Benfeito's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Susan Benfeito handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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.
Susan Benfeito is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Rhode Island →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Susan Benfeito is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Rhode Island →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Susan Benfeito is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Rhode Island →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Susan Benfeito is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Rhode Island →
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Susan Benfeito is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 East Greenwich 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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