Asbestos Law
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John Deaton, Managing Partner of the Deaton Law Firm, founded his law practice in 2006. Prior to establishing DLF, John worked for a national plaintiffs’ firm, specializing in asbestos litigation, products liability, toxic torts, and personal injury. John also served as one of the firm’s principal trial attorneys in New York, Rhode Island, and Connecticut. John tried cases against national defense lawyers, litigation firms, and high profile corporations. He earned a reputation as an aggressive but fair trial advocate.Prior to his work as a plaintiffs’ attorney, John joined the United States Marine Corp while in law school. In 1994, he was commissioned a Second Lieutenant. John served as a federal prosecutor and a criminal defense attorney for seven years of active duty. He tried dozens of jury trials to verdict throughout his career. As a direct result of his efforts, John was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal and Navy Marine Corps Commendation Medal, and was selected to the rank of Major.John attended law school at the New England School of Law and graduated Cum Laude in 1995. At New England School of Law, John received the American Jurisprudence Award for Clinical Evidence and was selected for the law school’s National Mock Trial Team, an honor awarded to few. John graduated Magna Cum Laude from Eastern Michigan University in 1989. John’s decision to open his own asbestos litigation firm was driven by his desire to give each and every client individual attention. Contact info:(401) [email protected] Click here to visit website
Matthew Kelly
When a former business partner initiated a lawsuit that entangled both our dissolved company and my personal assets, I felt overwhelmed. The complexity of the claims, spanning contract breach and personal liability, required an attorney with a broad, strategic mind. John Deaton was exactly that. His background, from his early work in high-stakes asbestos litigation to building his own general practice, was evident from our first consultation. He didn't just see isolated legal issues; he understood the interconnected nature of the dispute and crafted a defense that addressed both the corporate veil concerns and the personal allegations. His experience at a national plaintiffs' firm gave him unique insight into the tactics we were facing. Throughout the process, John was exceptionally responsive and translated complex legal strategies into clear, actionable steps for me. His negotiation was firm yet pragmatic, ultimately securing a settlement that protected my personal finances and allowed me to move forward without the crippling burden of a trial. John and his team at Deaton Law Firm provide more than legal representation; they offer clarity and steadfast advocacy when you need it most. I cannot recommend him highly enough for anyone navigating multifaceted legal challenges in Rhode Island.
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
