Atty. William J. Balkun

Atty. William J. Balkun

William J. Balkun is a lawyer practicing divorce, family law, alimony and 53 other areas of law.

Cranston Cranston 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About William J. Balkun at a glance

William J. Balkun is an Attorney based in Cranston, Rhode Island, practicing at William J. Balkun, Esq.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, contracts, sexual harassment, and family law. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1983), New York (1983), and U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island (1984). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D. Boston, 1983) and Northeastern University (B.S., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Cranston, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William J. Balkun is a lawyer practicing divorce, family law, alimony and 53 other areas of law
  • William received a B.S. degree from Northeastern University in 1975, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • William practices at William J. Balkun, Esq. in Cranston, RI

Practice Areas Explained

William J. Balkun's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Contracts

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Sexual Harassment

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

William J. Balkun is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law 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 Cranston 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 William J. Balkun

Where is William J. Balkun's law office located?
William J. Balkun's law practice is located in Cranston, Rhode Island. The firm is William J. Balkun, Esq.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William J. Balkun handle?
William J. Balkun focuses on divorce, child custody, contracts, sexual harassment, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has William J. Balkun practiced law?
William J. Balkun has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did William J. Balkun go to law school?
William J. Balkun earned their education at (J.D. Boston, 1983); (B.S., 1975).
How can I contact William J. Balkun for a consultation?
You can contact William J. Balkun 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 J. Balkun received?
William J. Balkun's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. Boston
Brooklyn Law School
- 1983
B.S.
Northeastern University
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1983
New York
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island
Admitted: 1984

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