Atty. William Delaney

Atty. William Delaney

William Delaney is a lawyer practicing commercial law, creditor, bankruptcy and 7 other areas of law. William received a M.B.A. degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1979, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Providence Providence 39 Years Experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About William Delaney at a glance

William Delaney is a Member based in Providence, Rhode Island, practicing at The Delaney Law Firm LLC. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on car accidents, business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1987), U.S. Court of Appeals, First, Second, Third and Fifth Circuits (1987), U.S. Supreme Court (1991), and Vermont (1998). Educated at Albany Law School (J.D. Morin, 1983) and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (M.B.A. University, 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Massachusetts, Rhode Island (Member: House of Delegates, 1999— Executive Committee, 2000—), New York State, Vermont, Connecticut, New Hampshire and American Bar Associations American Bankruptcy Institute Certified Creditors' Rights. Serves clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Delaney is a lawyer practicing commercial law, creditor, bankruptcy and 7 other areas of law
  • William received a M.B.A. degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1979, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • William practices at The Delaney Law Firm LLC in Providence, RI

Practice Areas Explained

William Delaney's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

William Delaney is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Rhode Island →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

William Delaney is one of 95,723 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Rhode Island →

Creditor Rights & Collections

William Delaney is one of 39,028 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Rhode Island →

Civil Litigation

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

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Delaney

Where is William Delaney's law office located?
William Delaney's law practice is located in Providence, Rhode Island. The firm is The Delaney Law Firm LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Delaney handle?
William Delaney focuses on car accidents, business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has William Delaney practiced law?
William Delaney has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did William Delaney go to law school?
William Delaney earned their education at (J.D. Morin, 1983); (M.B.A. University, 1979).
How can I contact William Delaney for a consultation?
You can contact William Delaney 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 William Delaney received?
William Delaney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Morin
Albany Law School
- 1983
M.B.A. University
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals, First, Second, Third and Fifth Circuits
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1991
Vermont
Admitted: 1998
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1998
Connecticut
Admitted: 1998
New York
Admitted: 2000
New Hampshire
Admitted: 2004
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2004

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