Business Details
13 Years
experience
Expert Legal Representation in RI & MA
Brainsky Levinson, LLC is a full-service law firm serving Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and other jurisdictions. Our attorneys represent clients in state and federal courts, handling complex commercial transactions, real estate development, employment law, personal injury cases, and estate planning. With decades of combined experience, we provide aggressive litigation support and strategic transactional services tailored to client needs. Our team includes former adjunct professors, committee appointees, and recognized legal professionals committed to protecting client interests. We prioritize cost-effective solutions while maintaining vigilance in all case handling.Our practice spans multiple sectors, including construction, healthcare, and entertainment, with a focus on property rights, business disputes, and regulatory compliance. We pride ourselves on a client-centric approach, having secured numerous favorable rulings in high-stakes cases. Our expertise extends to environmental law, corporate governance, and employment rights, with representation before federal agencies and state commissions. We combine deep local knowledge with national legal standards to deliver results-oriented outcomes. Our attorneys hold leadership roles in bar associations and have earned recognition from SuperLawyers and judicial bodies.
Services
Business Litigation
Real Estate Law
Employment Law
Personal Injury
Estate Planning
Corporate Formation
Land Use Litigation
Environmental Law
Commercial Disputes
Probate Matters
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- Represent clients in State and Federal Courts across multiple jurisdictions
- Offer multidisciplinary legal solutions for complex business and property matters
- Maintain active roles in judicial committees and legal education programs
- Combine decades of litigation experience with transactional expertise
- Provide cost-effective strategies tailored to specific client needs
Services
Business Litigation
Our business litigation team handles complex commercial disputes involving contracts, shareholder conflicts, and corporate governance. With experience in state and federal courts, we represent clients in breach of fiduciary duty cases, fraud investigations, and business dissolution proceedings. Our attorneys combine trial expertise with strategic negotiation to protect business interests through both litigation and alternative dispute resolution methods.
Real Estate Law
We specialize in real estate development, zoning regulations, and property rights litigation. Our attorneys navigate clients through land use permits, environmental compliance, and boundary disputes while representing before local commissions and state agencies. From commercial transactions to residential developments, we secure approvals for subdivisions, retail projects, and mixed-use developments across New England.
Employment Law
Our employment law practice covers discrimination cases, wage disputes, and wrongful termination claims under federal and state regulations. We represent employees before the EEOC, MCAD, and labor departments while advising on contract negotiations and severance packages. The team has extensive experience handling family medical leave act violations and workplace harassment cases in both court and mediation settings.
Estate Planning
We offer comprehensive estate planning services including trusts, wills, and healthcare proxies tailored to individual client goals. Our attorneys specialize in asset protection strategies and succession planning for business owners while maintaining a personalized approach to ensure proper distribution of assets. The practice includes probate guidance and tax-efficient inheritance structures.
Personal Injury
Our personal injury team represents clients in automobile accidents, premises liability, and wrongful death cases. We handle litigation through trial and appellate stages while negotiating settlements with insurance companies. The practice includes medical malpractice and professional negligence claims, focusing on securing compensation for injuries caused by third-party negligence in Massachusetts and Rhode Island courts.
People
Eric S. Brainsky
Founding Partner
Eric S. Brainsky focuses on commercial litigation and real estate law with over 15 years of experience. He has successfully litigated complex business disputes and land use cases in New England federal courts. A SuperLawyers Rising Star honoree, he teaches legal strategy at UMass Dartmouth and contributes to environmental law publications.
Michael E. Levinson
Founding Partner
Michael E. Levinson specializes in employment law and estate planning with a background in corporate governance. He serves on the Rhode Island Bar Association's Employment Law Committee and teaches business law at UMass Dartmouth. Recognized for appellate work in civil rights cases, he handles high-stakes personal injury litigation and probate matters.
William L. Davis
Associate Attorney
William Davis joined in 2024 focusing on labor law and land use litigation. A recent Roger Williams Law graduate, he previously clerked in Massachusetts courts and interned with the firm. His practice includes business disputes and employment rights cases, bringing emerging expertise in transactional law and regulatory compliance.
Eileen Wardwell
Of Counsel
Eileen Wardwell provides expertise in estate planning and real estate transactions with 30+ years of experience. Former Bristol Probate Court Assistant Register, she specializes in asset protection strategies and wealth distribution. Her practice extends to title matters and expanding legal services in Fall River's satellite office.
Jennifer Andrews
Office Manager
Jennifer Andrews serves as Office Manager and Senior Paralegal with 16 years of experience in litigation support. Managing the firm's operations since 2014, she specializes in personal injury case management and coordinates legal team activities across both Massachusetts and Rhode Island locations.
Questions
What states does Brainsky Levinson serve?
We primarily serve Massachusetts and Rhode Island with additional jurisdictional capabilities in New England and federal courts.
Do you handle both litigation and transactional matters?
Yes, our practice includes both courtroom representation and transactional services like business formations and real estate deals.
What practice areas do you specialize in?
Key specialties include business litigation, real estate law, employment disputes, estate planning, and personal injury cases.
How do you approach client communication?
We prioritize transparent communication through dedicated paralegal coordination and direct attorney access for all case matters.
Are financing options available?
While we don't offer in-house financing, we provide cost-effective legal strategies and payment plan consultations.
