Craig V. Montecalvo

Craig V. Montecalvo is a Rhode Island criminal defense attorney who represents clients in serious criminal matters and related proceedings. His practice includes criminal law, DUI defense, domestic violence matters, and Title IX cases. Montecalvo has handled hundreds of criminal cases in Rhode Island District Court, Superior Court, and Family Court. His background includes work as both a prosecutor and defense lawyer, giving him experience evaluating criminal cases from opposing sides of the courtroom.

Montecalvo earned a J.D. from Syracuse University College of Law in 1996 and a B.S. from Bryant College in 1993. His legal education prepared him for a career in criminal litigation, while his undergraduate background provided additional analytical and organizational training. These academic foundations support his work reviewing evidence, researching criminal law, preparing motions, developing trial strategies, and advising clients who face potentially serious consequences in state criminal and disciplinary proceedings.

Montecalvo previously served as a Rhode Island Superior Court prosecutor and handled a high volume of serious cases. His prosecutorial work included matters involving murder, sexual assault, child molestation, DUI resulting in death, burglary, robbery, domestic violence, and felony drug charges. He also gained experience with juvenile criminal matters in Family Court, bail hearings in District Court, and grand jury proceedings before moving into defense-focused representation.

Craig V. Montecalvo uses extensive criminal-case experience to defend people facing charges and investigations throughout Rhode Island. His work requires close attention to constitutional issues, witness testimony, forensic or documentary evidence, and the procedural choices that shape a case. His prior prosecution background gives him insight into charging and case-development decisions, while his defense practice focuses on protecting clients’ rights and preparing matters for negotiation, hearing, or trial.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Law Offices of Craig V. Montecalvo
• Member, Rhode Island Bar Association
• Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers

Licensed State

• Rhode Island

Education

• Syracuse University College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Bryant College
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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