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Michael Prescott is an attorney and business advisor with 30 years of corporate law experience in law firm, in-house, and government settings. My focus I leverage my diverse work experiences, including as general counsel of a global multibillion-dollar corporation, to get inside my clients’ businesses, to understand their goals, and to achieve their growth objectives. I have significant experience advising private and public companies on corporate transactions, including mergers and acq...

Alan’s practice encompasses all aspects of energy, environmental, and public utility law. His clients include some of the largest national and regional energy, renewable energy, cable, telecommunications and water and transportation companies. Alan has advised these clients through all stages of project development, financing, mergers and acquisitions, and in regulatory proceedings and litigation, and government affairs. With proven experience representing clients in wind, solar, hydro ...

Gregory Tumolo is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Employment Law - Management. Gregory practices law in Providence, Rhode Island Best Lawyers has recognized Gregory Tumolo since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Gregory Tumolo is held by other lawyers.

John has been recognized by Best Lawyers of America, Chambers USA, Benchmark and Lawdragon as one of the top attorneys in the country. He has tried many high-profile cases, both civil and criminal, in state and federal courts, and has also argued many appeals in state and federal appellate courts. His clients are broad-based and diverse: governors, senators, representatives, CEOs, boards of directors, entrepreneurs, major chemical companies, railroads, athletes, sport coaches and managers and...

Yvette M. Boisclair is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Yvette M. practices law in Providence, Rhode Island Best Lawyers has recognized Yvette M. Boisclair since 2013. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Yvette M. Boisclair is held by ot...

Stanley Pupecki is an experienced civil litigator who represents clients in a variety of industries, including insurance and health care. His representation encompasses all aspects of litigation, from inception through trial, including mediations and arbitrations, appellate practice, and motion practice in municipal, state, and federal courts. Before joining Pierce Atwood, Stan was a partner at Rice Dolan & Kershaw, where he practiced for 19 years. During law school, Stan interned for the...

Hamza helps clients achieve their business objectives and goals through custom-tailored legal solutions. He represents clients in a wide range of civil matters in state and federal court. Hamza is committed to providing excellence to his clients through his solid work-ethic, combined with effective and efficient representation. His background in real estate and computer science assists him in advising clients in a wide range of matters. Hamza has significant experience in cases involving comp...

Bio Sean Coffey is a Practice Leader of the firm’s Energy & Infrastructure and Environmental Practice Groups with over 20 years of experience in developing public-private partnerships — helping state and local governments build and modernize wastewater plants, educational facilities, schools, and energy and transportation infrastructure. Throughout his career, Sean has been known for his innovative thinking, consistently transforming ambitious ideas into practical solutions in...

Vin Greene works on behalf of victims of lead poisoning, asbestos-related diseases and defective medical products. He represents children and families poisoned by exposure to lead paint and pigments in trials, negotiations and settlements, including achieving a rare jury verdict and compensatory damages in 2015 for a Rhode Island woman who suffered cognitive defects due to lead exposure as a child. Vin’s legal efforts led to his critical role in defeating tort reform legislation in Rhod...

Patrick C. Barry is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Patrick C. practices law in Providence, Rhode Island Best Lawyers has recognized Patrick C. Barry since 2020. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Patrick C. Barry is held by other lawy...