Nicole J. Benjamin

Nicole J. Benjamin is an attorney who handles complex business litigation, appellate matters, product liability, toxic tort, mass tort, intellectual property, cyber, and data security disputes. She represents public and private companies in high-stakes cases across the country. Her work includes trial strategy, appeals, arbitration issues, trade secrets, constitutional questions, and major commercial claims. She helps clients manage risk, protect rights, and pursue strong outcomes through focused advocacy and preparation.

Nicole earned her J.D., magna cum laude, from Roger Williams University School of Law. She also holds a B.A., magna cum laude, from the University of Rhode Island. Her education built strong skills in research, writing, analysis, and oral advocacy. These skills support her trial and appellate work. They also help her address complex records, legal standards, and business concerns in high-exposure, demanding disputes, while carefully balancing client goals.

Nicole has represented clients in federal and state courts, including major trials, appeals, and class action matters. Her experience includes defense verdicts, constitutional litigation, pension disputes, trade secret claims, sports wagering matters, antitrust cases, climate litigation, and product liability actions. She has argued before appellate courts and briefed matters in several jurisdictions. Her work helps clients face difficult claims with preparation, strategy, and steady judgment under pressure in complex disputes.

Nicole J. Benjamin is recognized for commercial litigation, appellate practice, leadership, and defense work. Her honors include Lawdragon, Best Lawyers, Chambers, Super Lawyers, and Legal 500 recognition. She has also served in bar leadership and legal education roles. Her approach combines organization, responsiveness, and strong courtroom preparation. She helps clients address complex disputes, protect business interests, and pursue well-reasoned results through skilled litigation and appellate advocacy nationwide across many jurisdictions.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C.
• Member, The Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel
• Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America
• Member, Rhode Island Bar Association
• Fellow, Rhode Island Bar Foundation
• Member, American Bar Association
• Fellow, American Bar Foundation
• President, Federal Bar Association

Licensed State

• Rhode Island
• Massachusetts
• Connecticut
• New Hampshire

Education

• Roger Williams University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Rhode Island
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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