Business Details
41 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner for Comprehensive Solutions
Established in 1985, the Law Offices Of D'Addario & Collins have built a reputation for delivering comprehensive legal solutions with unwavering dedication to client needs. Our practice spans residential and commercial real estate, estate planning and administration, business and corporate law, personal injury, landlord-tenant disputes, and condominium law. With over 50 years of combined experience, founding attorneys Richard P. D'Addario and Crystal L. Collins provide personalized, ethically grounded representation tailored to each client's unique circumstances. Our firm prioritizes transparency, integrity, and results-driven advocacy, ensuring clients receive strategic legal counsel across diverse practice areas.We maintain a steadfast commitment to community service and pro bono work, reflecting our belief in accessible justice. Our expertise in probate, litigation, and transactional law positions us to address complex legal challenges while fostering trust through clear communication and meticulous attention to detail. This enduring approach has solidified our role as a trusted legal partner for individuals and businesses navigating Rhode Island's and New York's legal landscapes.
Services
Residential Real Estate
Commercial Real Estate
Estate Planning
Personal Injury
Landlord Tenant Law
Condominium Law
Business Formation
Probate Administration
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of combined legal expertise in multiple practice areas
- Our personalized approach ensures tailored solutions for complex legal challenges
- Proven track record in real estate transactions and probate litigation
- Active community involvement and pro bono commitment demonstrate ethical practice
- Dual focus on transactional and litigation strategies provides holistic representation
Services
Residential Real Estate
Our residential real estate practice guides clients through property transactions, title disputes, and lease agreements. We ensure compliance with state-specific regulations while protecting client interests in home purchases, sales, and financing. Our attorneys negotiate terms, review contracts, and resolve boundary or disclosure issues to facilitate smooth transactions for first-time buyers and seasoned homeowners.
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans using wills, trusts, and advanced directives to preserve client assets and intentions. Our services include tax planning strategies, power of attorney arrangements, and probate guidance. We help families navigate estate administration while minimizing conflicts and ensuring adherence to Rhode Island's probate laws through compassionate, forward-thinking counsel.
Personal Injury
Our personal injury practice advocates for clients injured due to negligence in accidents, medical malpractice, or workplace incidents. We pursue compensation for medical costs, lost wages, and emotional distress through settlements or litigation. With courtroom experience in Rhode Island and New York, we handle car accidents, slip-and-falls, and catastrophic injury cases to secure fair recovery for victims.
Condominium Law
We provide legal counsel for condominium associations, unit owners, and developers regarding governance, bylaw enforcement, and assessment collections. Our services include dispute resolution between boards and residents, contract drafting for management agreements, and compliance guidance for Rhode Island's condominium statutes to maintain harmonious community operations.
Business Formation
We assist entrepreneurs in establishing corporations, LLCs, and partnerships with proper governance structures. Our services cover contract drafting, merger agreements, and compliance with state and federal regulations. We advise on business succession planning, shareholder disputes, and operational frameworks to support sustainable growth for Rhode Island and New York-based enterprises.
People
Richard P. D'Addario
Founding Partner
With 50+ years of legal experience, Richard D'Addario specializes in probate, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to RI, NY, and US Supreme Court bars, he served as Tiverton Probate Judge and received the RI Bar Association Certificate of Distinction for his community service and legal leadership.
Crystal L. Collins
Attorney/Partner
Crystal Collins focuses on real estate, estate planning, and business law. A magna cum laude graduate of Roger Williams University School of Law, she received CALI Awards in five legal disciplines and serves on the Portsmouth Free Public Library Board, combining academic excellence with community engagement.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We specialize in residential/commercial real estate, estate planning, personal injury, condominium law, business law, and landlord-tenant matters across Rhode Island and New York.
How long has your firm been in practice?
Our firm has provided legal services since 1985, with founding attorneys combining 50+ years of experience in Rhode Island's legal community.
Can you assist with condominium association governance?
Yes, we advise condominium associations on bylaw enforcement, assessment collections, and dispute resolution while ensuring compliance with Rhode Island condominium regulations.
Do you handle probate and estate administration?
We offer comprehensive probate services including will interpretation, asset distribution, and estate tax planning to guide families through Rhode Island's probate process.
What makes your personal injury practice unique?
Our personal injury team combines litigation expertise with settlement negotiation skills to maximize compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering in RI and NY cases.
