About Christopher L. Russo, Esq.

Christopher Russo enjoys his entire legal career here at Kirshenbaum & Kirshenbaum. He began his journey upon entering the Rhode Island bar in September 1991. Five years ago he became the Managing Partner of the personal injury practice within the firm. He is now also the Managing Partner for the entire firm, leading nine lawyers and support staff. He is admitted in both the State and Federal Bars for the State of Rhode Island Bar. He is also admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court.

Christopher received his B.A. degree from Boston College in 1988. He received his Juris Doctor degree from Suffolk University Law School where he represented Suffolk University in their regional American Bar Association Trial Advocacy Competition.

Christopher is an active member of the Rhode Island Bar Association, the Rhode Island Association for Justice (past member of the Board of Governors), and The American Association for Justice (formerly known as American Trial Lawyers Association).

Christopher concentrates his practice in representing personal injury plaintiffs. He handles all matters assisting people injured in car collisions, slip and fall, bicycle and motorcycle accidents. He has handled many cases involving tractor trailer collisions. These cases require an attorney with knowledge of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and an intimate understanding of the dangers these vehicles pose to the unsuspecting victims.

Christopher also handles a variety of criminal defense matters. He has handles District Court misdemeanor offenses, Superior Court felony matters as well as Federal District Court matters.

Christopher lives in East Greenwich with his wife Maria and theirs two daughter, Jessica & Alexandra.

Professional Associations and Memberships

- Rhode Island Bar Association, Member

- Rhode Island Association for Justice (Past Member of the Board of Governors), Member

- The American Association for Justice (formerly Known as American Trial Lawyers Association), Member

 

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Trusts and Estates
Posted by anonymous
July 23, 2010
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Christopher was always very professional and well organized. I have referred other people to him for legal matters.

Trusts and Estates
Posted by anonymous
June 24, 2010
Hired Attorney

I have known Chris for eight years. We have used his services on a number of occasions -personal injury, wills, power of attorney, and assistance with an issue with a real estate developer. We have also referred other people to him on several occasions as well. He and his staff are extremely organized and willing to assist in any way possible. Chris is a good person, trustworthy, and honest - which is more important to me than just about anything else.

 
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Posted by Brian
September 28, 2023
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Chris is the managing partner at the firm. Ultimately he makes important decisions that affect many people. I contacted him to tell about the "facts" and to make him aware that his firm let my case slip thru the cracks and 5 years later my daughter and I are paying the proverbial price. He was quick to deny any wrong doing on his firms end and quickly suggested he would and could post my public records online to show I didn't show up at court, 5 years after the fact of where the real issues transpired (June/July 2018). He didn't even check the facts and the file before having a a defensive reaction to my concerns relative to how his firm handled my case. Christopher knows Judge McCaan was formerly a partner at Kirshenbaum and Kirshenbaum and knows first hand Jesse Nason or anyone from K & K ever did cases with this Judge, as it is a clear conflict of interest. These lawyers at this firm can't tell each other the truth to protect their egos, therefore leaving clients to suffer. Scary.

 
Family Law
Posted by Brian
January 31, 2025
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I am extremely disappointed with the legal representation provided by Jesse Nason, with approval and under the guidance & supervision, of Chris Russo, during my divorce case. Their approach, especially in the early and most critical phases of the process, was highly unprofessional and, in my view, crossed ethical boundaries. Key decisions were made without the necessary care, thoroughness, or strategic foresight, which ultimately caused substantial and irreversible damage to my case. These missteps placed an overwhelming burden on my subsequent legal team, significantly undermining the final outcome of my divorce.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
January 28, 2025
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Jesse and Chris exhibited unprofessional and unethical behavior during my legal case. A significant conflict of interest arose when Jesse, despite the clear ethical implications, proceeded with my case before Judge John Mccaan III, who was a former partner at K&K. I was compelled to terminate Jesse's services due to this conflict. However, I faced severe repercussions, including being denied visitation rights to my child, which I attribute to retaliation for my actions. Chris, as a supervising partner, failed to address this conflict of interest and ensure proper representation. Their primary focus appeared to be financial gain, regardless of the potential harm caused to my case and my relationship with my child. K&K's actions were negligent and have had a devastating impact on my family. Their subsequent attempts at intimidation further demonstrate a lack of professionalism and ethical responsibility, such as emailing and or calling me and telling me they are filing complaints vs me.

 
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Posted by anonymous
January 26, 2025
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I hereby formally denounce the highly unprofessional and unethical conduct exhibited by attorneys Jesse Nason and Chris Russo during my legal proceedings. A grave conflict of interest emerged when Mr. Nason, despite the clear ethical violations, persisted in representing me before Judge John McCaan III, a former partner at K&K. This blatant disregard for ethical standards compelled me to terminate Mr. Nason's services. However, this decision resulted in severe and detrimental consequences, including the unjust denial of visitation rights to my child. I strongly believe these repercussions constitute retaliatory actions for my decision to address the ethical breach. Mr. Chris Russo, as the supervising partner, demonstrated a profound failure to recognize and address this significant conflict of interest. His apparent prioritization of financial gain over the integrity of my case and the well-being of my child is deeply concerning.

 

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  • Personal Injury
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  • Criminal Law
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    Partner
    Firm Name
    Kirshenbaum & Kirshenbaum, Attorneys At Law, Inc.
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  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1991, U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island
    1991, Rhode Island
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Suffolk University Law School
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Boston College
    Class of 1998
    B.A.
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    Born in 1966
    1966
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Attorneys FAQs

  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Christopher L. Russo, Esq. was admitted in 1991 to the State of Rhode Island.
  • Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?
    Christopher L. Russo, Esq. is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the District of Rhode Island.
  • How many attorneys are in this law firm?
    Kirshenbaum & Kirshenbaum, Attorneys At Law, Inc. has 8 attorneys at this location.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Christopher L. Russo, Esq. attended Suffolk University Law School.