Criminal Law

• Criminal Defense
  Chuck’s practice focuses on the representation of individuals and businesses in criminal and complex civil matters—including white-collar criminal defense, grand jury investigations, administrative investigations, internal corporate investigations, criminal tax investigations, criminal ERISA investigations, Department of Labor wage investigations, and Taft-Hartley investigations.
• Fraud
  For fourteen years, Chuck was a prosecutor with the U.S. Department of Justice, including nine years with the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Rhode Island. He oversaw sensitive and complex federal trials and grand jury investigations involving allegations of public corruption, mail and wire fraud, income tax fraud, health care fraud, bank fraud and investment fraud. Chuck’s background allows him to provide a big-picture perspective for his clients thereby enabling him to protect their interests by advising them on strategies to stay ahead of risks they face. Chuck provides an objective assessment of the severity of possible violations, the likely response from government investigators and prosecutors and a plan to mitigate client exposure and potential damage to their reputation and business.
• Assault

Business and Corporate Law

• Corporate Law
  Marcus Howell is Counsel in the firm’s Business and Corporate Practice Group. Marcus concentrates his practice in the areas of corporate and business law, with a focus on mergers/acquisitions, commercial transactions, software licensing and technology start-ups. He previously worked for seven years as an associate at a boutique business law firm in Providence, Rhode Island.
• Mergers and Acquisitions
  Kristen also has corporate in-house tax experience as she was a Senior Tax Manager for a large, multinational medical device corporation. There she supported and over-saw all aspects of regional/international tax matters including tax controversy resolution, tax planning, APA negotiations, transfer pricing, international project management, mergers and acquisitions.
• Business Disputes
  We are trusted legal advisors to businesses and individuals in practice areas known for their complexity—tax, bankruptcy and business law.  The firm places an emphasis on deep knowledge and our attorneys work with agility and the utmost respect for each client’s situation.  We bring our combined expertise and outstanding dedication to every client matter.  We take pride in giving our clients understandable explanations of their legal issues to enable them to make informed legal, business and personal decisions.
• Business Transactions
  Christine is an experienced business and real estate attorney with a primary focus on commercial transactions. Christine has a background in representing and advising a wide range of clients, including corporations, financial institutions, developers, and property owners.
• Limited Liability Companies
  Represented Rhode Island limited liability companies in connection with purchase of multiple real estate parcels and assets of operating companies, including obtaining liquor and victualing licenses.
• Intellectual Property

Property Law

• Real Estate Transactions
• Easement

Trusts and Estates

• Estate Planning
  Our tax attorneys create estate plans that ensure client wealth is passed on to the next generation with the least tax exposure possible.  We work with clients to provide comprehensive estate planning solutions aimed at minimizing taxes, preserving wealth and protecting assets.  Our attorneys regularly work with other practice groups in the firm to ensure our clients receive streamlined, integrated legal representation as estate planning often effects other aspects of clients’ interests including small businesses and closely-held investments.
• Wills
  Prior to joining McLaughlinQuinn, Kristen worked as an Attorney at Reilly Law Associates working with Charles J. Reilly, Esq. At Reilly Law, Kristen handled all aspects of federal tax audits, state tax audits and litigation before the IRS, U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Court of Federal Claims. Her practice also included tax planning for individuals including the drafting of wills and trusts as well as representing estates on appeals before the IRS and U.S. Tax Court.
• Trusts

Finance Law

• Bankruptcy
  Businesses and their owners sometimes find themselves faced with mounting debt. No matter the cause, business bankruptcy filings can provide owners with time to restructure debt and focus on future growth. Bankruptcy filing may also provide the mechanism for an orderly liquidation or sale of a business or its assets. We have years of experience representing businesses in Chapter 11 reorganization and Chapter 7 proceedings. The Bankruptcy Practice Group represents debtors, creditors and Trustees in all Chapters for business bankruptcy cases. Our experience in representing business owners and their companies in bankruptcy can help your business survive and thrive for the future.
• Foreclosure
  There are times when unforeseen circumstances result in financial troubles. Filing for personal bankruptcy is a powerful tool for individuals to stop creditor harassment, prevent mortgage foreclosure and stay lawsuits, levies and garnishments. Personal bankruptcy can also help remove judgment liens against your principal residence. We have helped thousands of families and consumers in Rhode Island and Massachusetts obtain a financial fresh start through filing for bankruptcy. We represent clients in all chapters of personal and consumer bankruptcy including Chapter 7-Straight Bankruptcy, Chapter 11-Reorganization, Chapter 12-Farmers and Fisherman and Chapter 13-Repayment Plans. Whatever your individual needs are, the Bankruptcy Practice Group is a trusted partner that will see you through the process and help you achieve a discharge of debt and a fresh start.
• Tax Law
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