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Joseph Avanzato is an attorney based in Providence, RHODE ISLAND. The practice focuses on Appellate and Bankruptcy.
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- Providence, RHODE ISLAND
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Appellate · Bankruptcy
- Handles Appellate and Bankruptcy matters from Providence, RHODE ISLAND.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Providence) (2022).
About Joseph Avanzato: Joseph Avanzato is an attorney based in Providence, RHODE ISLAND. The practice focuses on Appellate and Bankruptcy.
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Practice focus
Joseph Avanzato represents clients in Providence, Rhode Island across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
Biography
About Joseph Avanzato
Joseph has achieved notable success for his commercial litigation, bankruptcy/creditors’ rights, health care and technology clients—and recognition by his peers and legal organizations for top performance—by working to understand clients’ underlying business issues and goals, and then tailoring innovative solutions to their complex problems. His client-focused approach also extends to numerous Asian clients, helping guide them through the American legal system. Having worked in Japan and other Asian countries for four years, Joseph is attuned to cross-cultural issues and conversant in Japanese.
The veteran trial and appellate litigator has successfully handled multimillion dollar cases for varied businesses in Rhode Island, Massachusetts and federal courts. He has also represented clients in major bankruptcy and receivership cases in Rhode Island.
Credentials
Education
American University Washington College of Law
J.D. · 1988
Jurisdictions
Bar admissions
Rhode Island, United
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United States, U.S.
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Recognition
Awards & honors
Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Providence)
2022
Lawyer of the Year — Appellate Practice (Providence)
2019
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Bankruptcy (Providence)
2018
Lawyer of the Year — Appellate Practice (Providence)
2017
Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Appellate
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected as Rhode Island Super Lawyer, 2007 - 2015, an honor that recognizes him as a leader in the legal community.
2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV rating by Martindale-Hubbell, highest rating given to attorneys.
2026
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What areas of law does Joseph Avanzato practice?
Joseph Avanzato focuses on Appellate and Bankruptcy.
Where is Joseph Avanzato located?
Joseph Avanzato primarily serves clients in Providence, Rhode Island, with an office at 100 Westminster Street, 16th Floor.
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