Benjamin Ferreira

Benjamin Ferreira is an attorney with Anthony DeSisto Law Associates, LLC whose work includes criminal, municipal, and land use matters. He has represented clients in District Court matters involving DWI and domestic violence and also works with municipal and housing courts, ordinances, and the Rhode Island Building Code. His current practice includes land use planning and zoning work for Rhode Island communities and government-related clients.

Ferreira earned an M.S. from Salve Regina University and a J.D. from the University of Massachusetts. He was admitted to practice in Rhode Island in 2014. His education is complemented by approximately two decades of law enforcement experience, giving him a professional background that is directly relevant to criminal procedure, municipal operations, regulatory requirements, and public-sector legal work.

Ferreira has worked on matters for municipalities including Tiverton, Warren, and Lincoln, with a focus on land use planning and zoning. His practice also includes District Court representation and issues involving municipal ordinances and code enforcement. The combination of legal practice and prior law enforcement experience gives him familiarity with investigations, public safety concerns, local government procedure, and contested hearings.

Benjamin Ferreira brings a public-sector perspective to legal work involving criminal charges, municipal administration, land use, zoning, and code-related matters. Ferreira’s practice is not limited to criminal defense and includes substantial government and municipal work. He assists clients and public entities with understanding applicable rules, preparing for hearings, and addressing disputes that involve courts, boards, local ordinances, or regulatory requirements.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Anthony DeSisto Law Associates LLC
• Member, Rhode Island Bar Association

Licensed State

• Rhode Island

Education

• University of Massachusetts
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Salve Regina University
  Master of Science (MS)

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