Family Law Client Testimonial

Elisha Morris, Family Law Specialist Attorney Testimonial

“Thanks does not seem like enough after all you've done to help me these last two years...would never of been able to do it without you Elisha!!! I am in such awe of you!!! You thought me to stand strong and tall through it all !!! I admire you so much! Thank you from the bottom of my heart. ~ M.L.”

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If you have questions about this post or are interested in Criminal Defense, Divorce or Immigration Law in RI contact Rhode Island Criminal Defense Attorney John E. MacDonald at 401.421.1440.

To learn more about John MacDonald, please visit his website at AggressiveLegalServices.com.

Post-Conviction Relief Avoids Deportation

Post-Conviction Relief:  November, 2012.  

Client pled nolo contendere to conspiracy to violate the Uniform Controlled Substance Act in 2003 for a suspended sentence.

Client came to Attorney MacDonald to apply for citizenship.  Based upon this conviction, client was permanently barred from citizenship and subject to automatic deportation.

Post-conviction relief was filed and granted.

The original charge of conspiracy was amended to a non-removable offense allowing client to avoid the deportation and to apply for citizenship in the near future.

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If you have questions about this post or are interested in Criminal Defense, Divorce or Immigration Law in RI contact Rhode Island Criminal Defense Attorney John E. MacDonald at 401.421.1440.

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3rd Degree Sexual Assault Case Result

Sexual Assault Case Results for Attorney John MacDonald

Criminal: 

November, 2012.  Client was charged with 3rd Degree Sexual Assault.  

This is the charge used when a consensual sexual encounter takes place between a 14 or 15 year old victim and the defendant is 18 or older. 

This charge requires sex offender registration for 15 years along with sex offender counseling.

Working with the Court and Attorney General, the charges were amended to a non-sex offense for a probationary period. 

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If you have questions about this post or are interested in Criminal Defense, Divorce or Immigration Law in RI contact Rhode Island Criminal Defense Attorney John E. MacDonald at 401.421.1440.

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Post Conviction Relief Case Result & Client Testimonial

Attorney John MacDonald - Post Conviction Relief Case Results

Post-Conviction:  October, 2012.

Client received a deferred sentence for a criminal solicitation charge in 2007.

At the time of the disposition, client did not have to register as a sex offender.  The law was subsequently changed requiring registration.  Client completed the deferred sentence but was required to wait an additional 10 years to expunge it. 

Attorney MacDonald filed post-conviction relief, vacated the deferred sentence and worked with the Attorney Generals’ office to dismiss the criminal charges. 

Case is now expunged.  

Here is a testimonial from my client’s wife:


“Words cannot possibly express my appreciation for what you have done for my family.  We were truly blessed when we found you.  You gave us hope in a hopeless situation.  You helped us when no one else could.  You rescued us; quite literally, saved our lives.  And for that I thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Forever Grateful!”

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If you have questions about this post or are interested in Criminal Defense, Divorce or Immigration Law in RI contact Rhode Island Criminal Defense Attorney John E. MacDonald at 401.421.1440.

To learn more about John MacDonald, please visit his website at AggressiveLegalServices.com.

RI Immigration Client Case Results

Rhode Island Immigration Law Results from John MacDonald

Immigration:  

Client placed in removal proceedings with a criminal history dating back two decades.

Since he had never obtained his green card but did enter the United States on a visa, he was eligible to adjust his status through his wife’s petition.

After an extensive two year battle at Boston Immigration Court, client obtains lawful permanent resident status.

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If you have questions about this post or are interested in Criminal Defense, Divorce or Immigration Law in RI contact Rhode Island Criminal Defense Attorney John E. MacDonald at 401.421.1440.

To learn more about John MacDonald, please visit his website at AggressiveLegalServices.com.

Motion to Modify Granted in RI Family Court

Family Court Victory in Motion to Modify

October, 2012 

Motion to register and modify a foreign judgment. 

Mother files motion to register an out-of-state judgment awarding her child support.

After decree is registered in Rhode Island, modification substantially increases the amount which she is entitled to receive.


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If you have questions about this post or are interested in Criminal Defense, Divorce or Immigration Law in RI contact Rhode Island Criminal Defense Attorney John E. MacDonald at 401.421.1440.

To learn more about John MacDonald, please visit his website at AggressiveLegalServices.com.

Mother Gets Sole Custody in RI Family Court

Family Court Victory for Attorney Elisha Morris

August, 2012

Motion for sole legal custody.  

Pursuant to divorce decree, parties were awarded joint legal custody. 

Mother granted physical placement of the minor child. 

The Law Office of John E. MacDonald represented mother, who, after several contempt hearings and post-final motions, was awarded sole legal custody with visits at her discretion and pursuant to the recommendations of the child’s counselor.

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If you have questions about this post or are interested in Criminal Defense, Divorce or Immigration Law in RI contact Rhode Island Criminal Defense Attorney John E. MacDonald at 401.421.1440.

To learn more about John MacDonald, please visit his website at AggressiveLegalServices.com.

Dad Gets Sole Custody in RI Family Court

Another Family Court Victory

August, 2012:

Emergency motion to change placement, for permission to relocate, and for sole legal custody.

Mother was granted joint legal custody and physical placement of two minor children per divorce decree. 

The Law Office of John MacDonald represented the father, who through emergency motion, was able to obtain sole legal custody and physical placement of two minor children and who was permitted to relocate out of state in a post-final decision.

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If you have questions about this post or are interested in Criminal Defense, Divorce or Immigration Law in RI contact Rhode Island Criminal Defense Attorney John E. MacDonald at 401.421.1440.

To learn more about John MacDonald, please visit his website at AggressiveLegalServices.com.

Post Conviction Relief Results for RI Immigration Client

Post Conviction Relief Results for John MacDonald

August, 2012: 

Client entered the United States at the age of 2 on a transit visa and never obtained his green card.

Client was detained by ICE after discovery of a criminal conviction for possession of cocaine.

Attorney John MacDonald was retained to vacate the criminal conviction and secure client’s release from ICE custody. 

Post-conviction relief was filed and granted by Providence Superior Court.  Conviction was vacated and the criminal charges dismissed. 

Client obtained bond by the Boston Immigration Court and is awaiting a request for Deferral of Removal. 


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If you have questions about this post or are interested in Criminal Defense, Divorce or Immigration Law in RI contact Rhode Island Criminal Defense Attorney John E. MacDonald at 401.421.1440.

To learn more about John MacDonald, please visit his website at AggressiveLegalServices.com.