Margaret L. Steele

Margaret L. Steele is a seasoned attorney and founding partner of Steele & Buck, LLC, where she provides professional legal representation to individuals, families, and local clients across Rhode Island and Connecticut. Practicing since 1996, she brings decades of courtroom, municipal, and transactional experience to a broad range of legal concerns.

Margaret earned her Bachelor of Arts from The Catholic University of America in 1991 and her Juris Doctor from New England School of Law in 1996. That same year, she was admitted to the Rhode Island Bar, followed by admission to the Connecticut Bar in 1997, strengthening her regional practice. As a Municipal Court Judge for the Town of Hopkinton and the Town of Charlestown, she understands the importance of fairness, preparation, and clear legal judgment. Her prior service as Hopkinton Town Solicitor further reflects her practical ability to advise public entities, interpret local law, and handle sensitive municipal matters.

Margaret’s practice includes criminal defense, divorce, child custody, probate, guardianships, real estate transactions, and estate planning. She helps clients address urgent disputes, protect family interests during challenging transitions, complete important property matters efficiently, and plan for the future with confidence, providing practical guidance tailored to each client’s circumstances and legal objectives. At Steele & Buck, LLC, she works with experienced legal professionals who share a commitment to confidential, responsive, and well-prepared representation. Her background with Lenihan, Grady & Steele helped shape a collaborative approach from the start that values organization, communication, and careful attention to the details that can influence each legal matter.

Clients benefit from Margaret L. Steele’s balanced experience in litigation, municipal service, and private practice. Whether guiding a family through custody concerns, assisting with probate administration, preparing estate documents, or handling real estate issues, she focuses on helping people understand their options and move forward with greater confidence while reducing unnecessary stress. She is known for combining legal knowledge, determination, and professionalism in the service of her clients. Through her long-standing practice, judicial responsibilities, and municipal background, she continues to provide reliable support for people facing criminal, family, probate, real estate, guardianship, and estate planning matters.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, Steele & Buck, LLC
• Member, Rhode Island Bar Association
• Member, Connecticut Bar Association

Licensed State

• Rhode Island
• Connecticut

Education

• New England School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Catholic University of America
  Bachelor of Arts

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