26+ Years
Legal Experience
About Nelia DeStefano
Nelia M. DeStefano serves as the managing partner and Chief Financial Officer at Brian Cunha & Associates, where she has played a pivotal role for over 25 years. Born in Sao Miguel, Azores, she is fluent in Portuguese, which enables her to effectively assist the firm's Portuguese-speaking clientele.
Her legal expertise is focused on personal injury law, where she handles a wide range of cases. Mrs. DeStefano earned her degrees from the University of Massachusetts and the Roger Williams University School of Law. She holds bar admissions in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
In addition to her legal practice, Mrs. DeStefano oversees administrative operations across the firm's three regional offices. She stands out as one of the few law firm administrators nationwide who also actively practices law.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
Rhode Island Car Accident Laws
Understanding Rhode Island's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
3 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
pure comparative fault
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$25K/$50K/$25K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What languages does Nelia DeStefano speak?
Nelia DeStefano is fluent in Portuguese.
Where is Nelia DeStefano admitted to practice law?
She is admitted to practice law in Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
What is Nelia DeStefano's area of legal expertise?
Her practice focuses on personal injury law.
What are Nelia DeStefano's educational qualifications?
She graduated from the University of Massachusetts and Roger Williams University School of Law.
What role does Nelia DeStefano hold at Brian Cunha & Associates?
She is the managing partner and Chief Financial Officer.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Nelia DeStefano for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Nelia for a free case review
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