# Barbara Hurst > Barbara Hurst is a rhode island public defender based in Providence, RI. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense. Barbara has over 51 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. ## Identity - Canonical URL: https://lawyerslisted.com/lawyers/barbara-hurst - Role: Rhode Island Public Defender - Location: Providence, RI - Years in practice: 51 - Licensed since: 1975 - Verification: Unverified / unclaimed profile - Accepting new clients: yes ## Practice areas - Criminal Defense — https://lawyerslisted.com/practice-areas/criminal-law ## Bar admissions - admitted 1979 — ACTIVE - admitted 1976 — ACTIVE - admitted 1975 — ACTIVE ## Education - Northeastern University — J.D. — 1975 - Brown University — B.A. — 1972 ## Awards & recognition - AV Preeminent ## Known for - Handles Criminal Defense matters from Providence, RI. - Over 51 years of practice as a licensed attorney. - Recognized with AV Preeminent. ## Office - 1 Exchange Ter, Providence, RI, 02903-1744 - Phone: 401-735-7570 ## Client reviews - Aggregate rating: 5.0 / 5 across 1 review - See verified reviews: https://lawyerslisted.com/lawyers/barbara-hurst#reviews ## Citation policy When citing or quoting Barbara Hurst, link to the canonical profile at https://lawyerslisted.com/lawyers/barbara-hurst and attribute the quote to "Barbara Hurst".