Wareham, MA

Paul d’Oliveira

Founding Attorney Paul d’Oliveira has over 30 years of experience in personal injury law in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. He founded the firm, expanding it to 19 offices. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Creighton University and a Juris Doctor from Suffolk University. His pre-med and psychology backgrounds provide a strong foundation for understanding injuries and counseling clients. Mentored by Robert T. Karns, he focuses on marketing and website development to ensure clients can easily find answers and receive top-notch service and settlements. His primary challenge involves managing a large team across numerous locations.

D. Robin Gouveia

Attorney D. Robin Gouveia has over 27 years of experience practicing personal injury law, exclusively representing plaintiffs. Prior to her legal career, she spent 8 years as a claims adjuster for Trust Insurance Company, providing her with invaluable insight into insurance company operations and negotiation tactics. She works with clients across numerous offices in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. She earned her law degree from the University of Massachusetts School of Law in 1997 and a bachelor's degree from the University of Massachusetts in 1989. Her daily responsibilities include client communication, medical record review, negotiation with insurance adjusters, and preparing for legal proceedings. She enjoys helping clients cope with trauma, connecting them with medical providers, and effectively negotiating settlements. Her biggest challenge is addressing property damage in the early stages of a case.

Cara Gallucci

Cara Gallucci, a retired attorney, practiced personal injury law for d’Oliveira & Associates for over 30 years. She now works part-time as a claims adjuster, assisting attorneys in securing top-dollar settlements for clients in various offices across Massachusetts and Rhode Island. She graduated from Boston College in 1988 and Suffolk University Law School in 1991. Her legal career began with experience at a personal injury firm during law school, followed by a clerkship for the Rhode Island Supreme Court, and a period at an insurance defense firm before joining d’Oliveira & Associates in 1995. Paul d’Oliveira trained her in meticulous case review and preparation. She enjoys helping clients navigate legal challenges, from securing Social Security Disability benefits to achieving favorable auto accident settlements. A significant challenge in her career was obtaining Social Security Disability benefits for younger individuals.

Laura Cameron

Attorney Laura Cameron has been practicing law for d’Oliveira & Associates for over 26 years, specializing in personal injury and social security disability claims. She oversees offices in Coventry, Cranston, Johnston, Middletown, Portsmouth, Providence, South Kingstown, and Warwick. She earned her law degree from Western New England School of Law in 1996 and a bachelor's degree from the University of Connecticut in 1993. Her experience includes an internship with the CT Public Defender’s Office and handling criminal defense cases. She was trained by Paul d’Oliveira in reviewing medical records and advocating for clients. Her daily work involves client meetings, communication with various parties, and preparing for legal proceedings. She finds fulfillment in securing excellent settlements and benefits for clients, despite the challenge of dealing with uncooperative insurance companies.

Heather Spellman

Attorney Heather Spellman brings over 20 years of litigation experience to d’Oliveira & Associates, having previously defended personal injury claims for insurance companies. This background provides her with unique insights into insurance company strategies, which she now leverages to aggressively represent injured parties. She has been with the firm for over two years, focusing exclusively on personal injury law, and serves clients in East Providence, Fall River, New Bedford, and Pawtucket. Her training includes analyzing medical records, assessing damages, and active participation in all aspects of litigation. Her daily routine involves client communication, case review, and attending various legal proceedings. She finds her greatest satisfaction in helping clients and securing substantial settlements for them.

Michael E. Kiernan

Attorney Michael E. Kiernan is a Partner at RKM Law with extensive experience representing the interests of workers’ compensation parties before administrative judges at various statewide offices of the Department of Industrial Accidents. Attorney Kiernan represents clients in civil and criminal defense cases in District, Superior and Federal Court. Attorney Kiernan served as an appointed member to the Bristol County Board of Bar Overseers’ Disciplinary Hearing Committee from 2011 to 2013. He also served on the Norwell Board of Appeals from 2004 - 2014. He currently serves on the Board of Directors and was president of the Plymouth County Bar Association in 2016. Attorney Kiernan is also on the board and serves as a corporator at Eastern Bank. As a former Plymouth County District Assistant, Attorney Kiernan represented the Commonwealth in District Court and the Appeals Court. He also represented the Commonwealth in mental health recommitment hearings at Bridgewater and Taunton State Hospitals. Attorney Kiernan tried numerous jury and bench trials during his tenure as Assistant District Attorney.

Jason M. Jones

Attorney Jason M. Jones is an associate attorney at RKM Law. Attorney Jones represents the interests of Massachusetts workers’ compensation parties before administrative judges at the statewide offices of the Department of Industrial Accidents. Attorney Jones also advocates for clients in various civil matters before the District, Superior, and Federal Courts. Attorney Jones’s prior legal experience includes working at a law firm in New Bedford and for the City of New Bedford’s Solicitor’s Office. There, Attorney Jones gained experience in various civil, municipal, and administrative law matters.