Danilo A. Borgas

Danilo A. Borgas is a distinguished shareholder at Sinapi Law Associates, Ltd., where he specializes in employment law and complex litigation. Since joining the firm in 2013, Danilo has adeptly handled various legal matters, including wrongful termination, discrimination, retaliation, harassment, medical leave, and wage and hour litigation. His expertise extends to negotiating executive compensation agreements, counseling on restrictive covenants, and reviewing severance agreements.

Danilo earned his Juris Doctor from Roger Williams University School of Law, where he was recognized with multiple awards for his top performance in litigation and public interest law courses. He completed his undergraduate studies at Johnson and Wales University. Before pursuing a career in law, Danilo gained significant experience in the banking industry, focusing on dispute resolution, quality analysis, and compliance for nearly seven years.

Fluent in Portuguese and Spanish, Danilo brings a multilingual advantage to his practice, enhancing his ability to serve a diverse client base. He is licensed to practice in state and federal courts across Rhode Island and Massachusetts, as well as the First Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court.

Danilo’s professional path includes a notable tenure at Peabody & Arnold LLP in Boston, where he provided counsel on risk assessment and litigation defense before rejoining Sinapi Law Associates, Ltd. as a Shareholder in 2019. His experience also spans public accommodations and civil rights law, emphasizing his comprehensive approach to legal challenges.

At Sinapi Law Associates, Danilo is part of a robust team that offers a full spectrum of legal services. His practice areas include Employment Law, Personal Injury, Workers’ Compensation, Governmental Affairs & Lobbying, Civil Rights, Real Estate, General Litigation, Corporate & Commercial Law, Municipal Law, Family Law, Probate, Wills, and Powers of Attorney.

Danilo A. Borgas has been recognized multiple times as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers and received Rhode Island Lawyers Weekly’s Excellence in the Law, Up & Coming Lawyer award in 2020. His commitment to providing creative, thorough, and cost-effective legal solutions defines his approach to law and advocacy.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Sinapi Law Associates, Ltd.
• Member, Rhode Island Bar Association
• Member, Massachusetts Bar Association
• Member, Rhode Island Hispanic Bar Association
• Member, Federal Bar Association, Rhode Island Chapter
• Board of Directors, Rhode Island Legal Services
• Member, United States District Court for the District of Rhode Island

Licensed State

• Rhode Island

Education

• Roger Williams University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Johnson and Wales University
  Graduate

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