Michael Newquist
About Michael Newquist
Michael Newquist is a lawyer based in Providence, RI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2021. Michael Newquist is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Providence, Rhode Island
- Corporate Law
- Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Current Firm: Troutman Pepper Locke LP
Education: Saint Louis University, J.D., graduated 1996
Location: Providence, RI
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