Massachusetts

Ronald J. Resmini is one of Rhode Island’s Foremost Trial Attorneys handling cases of personal injury, accident and tort law, having concentrated in this area for more than 50 years. He was sworn in before the Bar in June, 1969, served in the United States Army Security Agency, and clerked for the Rhode Island Supreme Court. He is a founder of IOLTA and court-annexed arbitration, and a former Assistant Town Solicitor for Coventry and part-time Instructor at Roger Williams School of Law. He has published over 20 legal handbooks and several two-volume series on tort law, personal injury practice, civil procedure, and RI actions and remedies. He has argued numerous cases before the Rhode Island Court clarifying various laws. He has been selected as a Super Lawyer for 13 consecutive years, a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, and awarded Massachusetts Senior Attorney of the Year in 2010 and the Hall of Fame Award for Excellence in the Law in 2021. He is also a member of The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 and National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys.

Marc L. Breakstone

Boston, MA

Marc Breakstone is a founder and principal at Breakstone, White & Gluck, specializing in medical malpractice and personal injury cases since 1986. He is known for utilizing cutting-edge trial technology and has achieved significant recoveries for clients, including multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements. He is consistently recognized as a Top 100 Massachusetts and New England Super Lawyer and by Best Lawyers in America.

J. Michael Conley

Braintree, MA

J. Michael Conley, one of the founders of Kenney & Conley, P.C., has dedicated his professional career to advancing the rights of Massachusetts injury victims and their families. He is a fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers. Martindale-Hubbell recognizes Michael Conley as an AV® rated attorney, the highest such rating available to any individual lawyer for legal ability and integrity. Michael Conley grew up and attended school in Cambridge and Newton, Massachusetts. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from The George Washington University in Washington, D.C., where he played baseball for four years. Thereafter, Michael graduated cum laude from Suffolk University Law School, where he served as a writer and Literary Editor of the Law Review. In 1982 he joined the firm of Murphy, Lamere & Murphy in Braintree, Massachusetts, where he practiced in the areas of municipal labor law, employment law, and civil litigation. In 1985, Michael helped found Kenney, Conley, Sullivan & Smith, P.C. to pursue his interest in civil litigation and trial work on behalf of individuals rather than corporations and government institutions. At Kenney & Conley, P.C., Michael Conley concentrates his practice on representing injured victims of negligence and other misconduct. He is a frequent writer and lecturer for a number of organizations, including the Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys, Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, Inc. (for which he serves on the Civil Litigation Curriculum Advisory Committee), and the Massachusetts Bar Association. He has volunteered his time in educational programs to teach or update other lawyers on topics such as automobile liability insurance, uninsured and underinsured motorists’ coverage, premises liability, police and firefighter injuries, trial practice, and settlement of personal injury cases. Michael has served as an arbitrator in personal injury cases and insurance coverage cases, and frequently volunteers to judge students in trial practice and moot court competitions. In addition to teaching, Michael attends annual seminars to remain current on the law, and the most advanced trial techniques and approaches. Michael is the Past President of the Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys, having led the Academy in 2013-2014. Before assuming the Presidency, he chaired the Academy’s volunteer Amicus Curiae Committee which prepares and files with the Supreme Judicial Court and the Appeals Court “friend of the court” briefs supporting victims’ rights. In an effort to advance victims’ rights, Michael has written or co-authored more than twenty amicus briefs. He also served as Editor of the MATA Journal. Michael is one of many MATA trial lawyers who demonstrate commitment to community safety by participating with EndDD.org (End Distracted Driving) in bringing Distracted Driving presentations to Massachusetts high school students and others. In addition to MATA, Michael is a member of the Massachusetts Bar Association for which he is a member of MBA’s Appellate Bench Bar Committee and is a member of MBA’s Civil Litigation Section. Michael is also a member of the American Association for Justice, and is a member of AAJ’s Products Liability Section, Insurance Law Section, Motor Vehicle Collision, Highway and Premises Liability Section, as well as the Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (“RSD”) - Litigation Group. Michael has also been active at home in Easton, Massachusetts. He has been a volunteer coach in youth recreational and travel baseball and recreational and travel basketball. He has provided pro bono legal services to various local non-profit organizations. He is a past President of Easton Babe Ruth League and a past Chair of The Foundation for Excellence in Education in Easton (F.E.E.E.), a non-profit organization that raises funds for the benefit of the students in the Easton Public Schools.

Peter Merrigan

Worcester, MA

Peter M. Merrigan, partner at Sweeney Merrigan Law, LLP, is a distinguished attorney recognized for his exceptional advocacy and impressive results. Named a Top 40 Under 40 Trial Attorney and Rising Star by Super Lawyers, Peter delivers outstanding outcomes for clients across motor vehicle accidents, personal injury, maritime accidents, and more. With a background in prosecuting for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Peter brings invaluable experience to his practice. Whether it’s truck accidents or slip and fall incidents, Peter stands ready to champion his clients’ rights with unwavering dedication.

Brian R. Cunha

New Bedford, MA

Brian R. Cunha is a distinguished personal injury trial attorney with over 45 years of experience, having secured over $200 million for clients in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and North Carolina. He is recognized in Lawyers Weekly for top verdicts and settlements and is a Fellow of the Massachusetts Bar Foundation.

Paul d’Oliveira

New Bedford, MA

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.