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Find Employment Lawyers Near You in Portsmouth, RI
Browse employment lawyers serving Portsmouth, Rhode Island. Contact information and addresses listed below.
4 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Portsmouth, RI
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Showing 4 employment lawyers in Portsmouth, RI
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d'Oliveira & Associates, p.c.
1 Tower Dr Apt 1505, Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 366-4300 good-legal-advice.com
Chappell & Chappell
171 Chase Rd, Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 683-6900 chappellandchappelllaw.com
Tremblay & Rossi Law
181 Chase Rd, Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 683-4800 tremblayrossi.com
Rossi Denita Atty
181 Chase Rd, Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 683-4800
Employment lawyers in Portsmouth, Rhode Island help workers with issues like unpaid wages, workplace discrimination, and wrongful termination. Rhode Island law provides specific protections under the Rhode Island Fair Employment Practices Act and the Rhode Island Payment of Wages Act. Local attorneys can guide you through claims filed with the Rhode Island Commission for Human Rights or the Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training.
What Does a Employment Lawyer in Portsmouth Cost?
Employment lawyers in Rhode Island typically charge between $250 and $500 per hour. Some attorneys offer free initial consultations. For contingency fee cases, such as wage claims or discrimination suits, the fee is usually 33% to 40% of any settlement or judgment. Costs vary based on case complexity and the lawyers experience. This is general information, not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time limit to file an employment discrimination claim in Rhode Island?
Under Rhode Island law, you have one year from the date of the discriminatory act to file a charge with the Rhode Island Commission for Human Rights. This is shorter than the federal 300-day limit under Title VII.
Does Rhode Island law require employers to provide paid sick leave?
Yes, the Rhode Island Healthy and Safe Families and Workplaces Act requires most employers to provide up to 40 hours of paid sick leave per year for employees who work at least 30 hours per year. This law applies to all private employers in the state.
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