Newport, Rhode Island DUI / DWI / OUI Defense attorney James Powderly
| Firm Name: | POWDERLY DEFENSE FIRM |
| Address: | 270 Bellevue Avenue, # 341 Newport, RI 02840 |
| Office #: | 1-800-DUI-LAWS (1-800-384-5297) |
Rhode Island DUI / DWI attorney James P. Powderly has successfully represented nearly 500 clients accused of drunk driving and other offenses, and is ready to put that experience to work for you in your Rhode Island DWI case.
As a former prosecutor, Rhode Island DUI / DWI attorney James P. Powderly understands exactly how the state will pursue its drunk driving case against you, and will use that knowledge to anticipate the prosecutor’s case and aggressively defend you in your driving under the influence case.
In addition to being certified in breath-test operation and standardized field sobriety testing, Rhode Island DUI / DWI attorney James P. Powderly has attended many seminars to ensure that he remains on the cutting edge of drunk driving defense and has the latest techniques to defend you.
Rhode Island DUI / DWI attorney James P. Powderly earned his law degree from Northeastern School of Law, where he was a member of the moot court team as well as the law school’s well-renowned criminal advocacy clinics.
He served with the Baltimore City State's Attorney's Office, the Massachusetts Federal Defender's Office and the Middlesex District Attorney's Office prior to entering private practice.
Since founding the Powderly Defense Firm, Rhode Island DUI / DWI attorney James P. Powderly has successfully represented almost 500 individuals charged with crimes ranging from simple misdemeanors to complex felonies.
Rhode Island DUI / DWI attorney James P. Powderly takes great pride in his advanced training in drunk driving defense, which is an intricate and specialized area of the law. His knowledge of Rhode Island DUI / DWI defense will even the playing field for you when you’re facing the vast resources of the police and prosecutor's office.
Rhode Island DUI / DWI attorney James P. Powderly is licensed to practice in Rhode Island, Massachusetts and the United States District Court of Massachusetts.
To find out more about proven defenses to your drunk driving charge, please call Rhode Island DUI / DWI attorney James P. Powderly today at 1.800.DUI.LAWS for a FREE consultation.
Memberships and Associations:
- National College for DUI Defense
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Rhode Island Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Rhode Island Bar Association
- Massachusetts Bar Association
Additional Training:
- Certified Breath Test Operator
- 2007 Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Certification Course (NHTSA Course)
- 2007 Las Vegas Seminar "DWI Means: Defend with Ingenuity”
- 2007 Intoxilyzer 5000 Breath Alcohol Technician Training
- 2006 National College of DUI Defense Lawyers Summer Trial Session
- 2005 MCLE Trying Operating Under the Influence Cases
Why should you hire me?
"I take your Rhode Island DUI / DWI charge very seriously, and I will use my extensive training in drunk driving defense to your best advantage. The scientific and legal issues in Rhode Island DUI / DWI cases are complex and technical, and I have the knowledge to effectively address every aspect of your drunk driving case. If you have been arrested for drunk driving, you need a lawyer who is dedicated to the daunting task of challenging the police and the prosecutor's office. I am ready to take on that task for you, and I’ll answer all of your questions and even give you my personal cell phone number, so you can reach me 24/7.
I fully understand that your Rhode Island DUI / DWI arrest is one of the most stressful events in your life. I am dedicated to giving you the personal service you expect and deserve. My personal standard is to treat every single client just as if they were a member of my family.
Call us TOLL FREE, at 1.800.DUI.LAWS for a NO-COST consultation and evaluation of your driving while intoxicated case."

