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William E. O'Gara represents clients in Johnston, Rhode Island across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
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About William E. O'Gara
William E. O'Gara is Managing Principal of Pannone Lopes Devereaux & O'Gara LLC, whose practice focuses on employment and labor law and mediating disputes. With over 25 years of experience, Attorney O'Gara has handled a wide range of cases including employment discrimination, wage and hour claims and sexual harassment claims. Attorney O'Gara also assists clients with traditional labor law matters, ranging from contract negotiations to arbitration. As a trusted advisor, Attorney O'Gara works with clients on a daily basis regarding a wide array of employment issues that arise without warning and that employers confront. As an experienced practitioner, Attorney O'Gara has successfully mediated a wide range of disputes both at the pre-litigation stage and before trial. He also provides training for managers and supervisors on employment-related issues.
Among the industries he represents include:
- Health Care
- Education
- Social Service Providers
- Construction
- Warehousing and Distribution
- Technology
Attorney O'Gara earned his J.D. from Northeastern University and his Master's in Industrial Relations from the University of Rhode Island. Attorney O'Gara leads the firm's Employment and Litigation Teams, and is a member of the Massachusetts and Rhode Island bars, representing clients before administrative agencies and state and federal courts.
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Northeastern University
J.D. · 1989
University of Rhode Island
MA · 1984
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Rhode Island, Rhode
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Massachusetts, Massa
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Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Providence)
2025
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Providence)
2025
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Providence)
2023
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Providence)
2023
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Providence)
2022
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Providence)
2020
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Providence)
2018
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Providence)
2016
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Providence)
2013
Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - ERISA
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law
2026
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What areas of law does William E. O'Gara practice?
William E. O'Gara focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Workers Comp.
Where is William E. O'Gara located?
William E. O'Gara primarily serves clients in Johnston, Rhode Island, with an office at 1301 Atwood Avenue.
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