Kerry I. Rafanelli

Kerry I. Rafanelli: Attorney with Kerry Rafanelli Attorney at Law
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Biography

Kerry I. Rafanelli is an establishing partner in the Rhode Island (RI) Law Offices of Rafanelli and Rafanelli. He is an experienced Rhode Island (RI) and Massachusetts (MA) trial attorney who handles cases in all areas of family law and also practices as a family law mediator assisting married couples, parents and domestic partners to resolve their issues amicably. Kerry has served as a Guardian Ad Litem in Rhode Island (RI) Family Court for the past 20 years, representing the best interests of children involved in custody and placement disputes.

In addition to family law, Kerry handles all Rhode Island and Massachusetts probate estate matters, including preparation of Wills, Trusts and Durable Care Powers of Attorney. Kerry I. Rafanelli also represents plaintiffs in personal injury and wrongful death matters, as well as District Court criminal misdemeanor matters.

Kerry graduated from Providence College in 1980 and received his Juris Doctorate cum laude from New England School of Law in Boston in 1983. He is admitted to practice law in Rhode Island, Massachusetts and Federal District Court. He has served as an assistant city solicitor for the City of Warwick since 1988. His professional memberships include the

- Rhode Island Bar Association

-The Edward P. Gallogly Rhode Island Family Law Inn of Court; and

- Kent County Bar Association.

Kerry received the Kent County Bar Association "Lawyer of the Year Award" in 1999.

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Areas of Practice (4)

  • Domestic Relations Law
  • Personal Injury Law
  • Criminal Law
  • Probate

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Providence College, B.S., 1980
Law School Attended:
New England School of Law, J.D., 1983
Year of First Admission:
1983
Admission:
1983, Rhode Island; 1983, U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island; 2006, Massachusetts
Birth Information:
Providence, Rhode Island, September 28, 1958
ISLN:
904251065

Peer Reviews

4.9/5.0 (15 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.9/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.9/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.9/5.0

  • Communication

    4.7/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.9/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Judge on 02/19/13 in General Practice

    Mr. Rafanelli has always been well prepared, courteous and very knowledgeable re: his cases. As a G.A.L. he has provided the Court with invaluable information and very well prepared, well thought-out recommendations.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Judge on 01/11/13 in Family Law

    He is an attorney of exceptional ability and very high ethical standing. He has very good people skills along with a vast knowledge of the law. His court room skills are superb. I would recommend him. In my 26 years as a Family Court Judge he has app... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 02/01/13 in General Practice

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 01/30/13 in Family Law

    Well - respected

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 01/28/13 in Family Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 01/19/13 in Family Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 01/11/13 in General Practice

    I have handled cases with and against Kerry Rafanelli for many years. He is an excellent attorney on all levels.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 01/11/13 in Family Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 01/11/13 in Divorce

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  • 4.8/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 01/28/13 in Family Law

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Avvo Client Review
5.0/5.0 (56 reviews)
Client Choice Award Client Champion

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Lawyers Client Review
4.8/5.0 (27 reviews)
Platinum Client Champion

I worked with Kerry and Jane in mediation and would highly recommend them. They provided valuable insight into finances and the distribution of assets. They were fair and balanced throughout the proc...

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