Lawyers’ Committee for Rhode Island
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The Lawyers’ Committee for Rhode Island is a group of attorneys that has come together to hold the government accountable to the law, and protect people, groups and institutions in Rhode Island, by organizing an effective and rapid response by Rhode Island lawyers.
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Immigration
Business disputes are part of every business. We help you protect your best interests.
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Nonprofit
We provide employers with practical and strategic advice and guidance.
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Education
Draw upon our full complement of services to safeguard and manage your assets.
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Emerging Areas
We help create business entities, such as corporations, partnerships and joint ventures.
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News
In this courtroom, and under my watch, the rule of law is a bright beacon which I intend to follow …
There are moments in the world’s history when people look back and ask ‘Where were the lawyers? Where were the judges?’ In these moments, the rule of law becomes especially vulnerable. I refuse to let that beacon go dark today
Senior U.S. District Judge John J. Coughenour. Decision from bench enjoining the Birthright Citizenship Executive Order, January 23, 2025.