Greg is a partner in the Barton Gilman’s Family Law, Trust and Estates, and Litigation departments. He represents clients throughout Rhode Island and Massachusetts in all aspects of family law, probate and fiduciary litigation, trust and estate administration and disputes. Greg prides himself on being a one-stop shop to help families navigate the complexities of today’s world with expertise and compassion.
In family court, Greg handles complex divorce disputes that involve alimony and child support, asset division, child custody and parenting plans, interstate child relocation/removal, modification and contempt actions, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, paternity actions and domestic relations related appeals.
In addition, Greg devotes a significant portion of his practice to representing individuals, trustees, personal representatives, administrators and beneficiaries in probate and estate disputes, including will contests, undue influence claims, breach of fiduciary duty claims, removal actions and reformation actions. He also helps families and individuals with guardianship petitions and challenging the same. Greg serves as trustee, conservator and fiduciary for estates and trusts and works with clients to create estate plans that minimize taxes and avoid probate administration.
Greg’s diverse practice includes representing individuals and families in the areas of personal injury, contractual disputes, and business and family successions.
Education
- Roger Williams University School of Law (J.D., magna cum laude) Notes and Comments Editor, Roger Williams University Law Review
- Juniata College (B.A. in Environmental Studies)
Bar Admissions
- Rhode Island
- Massachusetts
- U.S. District Court, Rhode Island
- Five Star Google Review: “Just finalized my probate case with Greg Hoffman — he turned a very awful circumstance into a navigable and easy process for me. Treated me with respect while walking me through the court’s processes and handled my matter professionally. Recommend 100% and would have my family and friends do the same.”
- Five Star Google Review: “Greg Hoffman has represented me in connection with a car accident where I was injured and helped with my estate planning. He is friendly, knowledgeable and always available to take my call. I would highly recommend Greg for all of your legal needs! So grateful and thankful to have had him as my lawyer.”
- Five Star Google Review: “Upon recommendation of a friend who knows many lawyers in Rhode Island, I hired Greg Hoffman to represent me in my divorce. Greg was highly knowledgeable, responsive and professional – truly the lawyer you want on your side. He helped me through a difficult time in my life. Thanks to Greg, I have a fresh start now and can finally focus on the future of my family and myself. I am grateful.”
- Five Star Avvo Rating: “Greg was always helpful and kind, even in the most stressful situations. His actions and efforts were always prompt and as speedy as they could be. I have much to thank him for and would hire him again without hesitation. I will make referrals to him whenever possible.”
- Five Star Avvo Rating: “Highly recommend: It was because of Greg Hoffman that I am in the more favorable position that I am today. Words cannot adequately express how thankful I am to Greg for all that he has done for me and my daughter.”
- Five Star Avvo Rating: “Most accommodating: The level of care that went into my case was honestly surprising, I did not expect it. The professionalism and preparation was simply impressive. Although I have never gone through anything like this in my life and no one should, I have to say I think Greg and his team made it as painless as possible.”
- Five Star Google Review: “I used Greg Hoffman to help me with my estate planning needs. Greg was knowledgeable, friendly and easily able to explain complicated estate planning matters to me. I am confident Greg put together a great plan for me and my son. I would highly recommend Greg to anyone who needs estate planning help.”
- Five Star Avvo Rating: “Great representation, very knowledgeable: After consulting with Greg I felt very comfortable and decided to hire him to represent me with a prenuptial agreement. I had a great experience with Greg and undoubtedly would recommend anyone to him.”
- Five Star Avvo Rating: “Phenomenal attorney: Greg did what I honestly didn’t think was possible! We were able to get the maximum amount of time allowed by law for my order of protection. I will forever be grateful that he took my case on such short notice. He did what I would have never been able to do alone. I would refer Gregory N. Hoffman Esq. any day!”
- Five Star Avvo Rating: “Satisfied client: Greg is a capable, persuasive, and professional attorney. His manner and demeanor were both considerate and effective. We would highly recommend Greg should you find yourself in need of an attorney.”
- Five Star Avvo Rating: “Excellent service and very professional: Mr. Hoffman managed to get my case dismissed and always answered the phone when I needed his advice. I would highly recommend his services to anyone that may require it.”
- Five Star Avvo Rating: “Divorce fast and happy: Greg was great! When it comes to getting what you want, he gets the job done.”
- Five Star Avvo Rating: “Divorce case: I highly recommend Greg to anyone who is looking for an attorney to represent your case.”
- Five Star Avvo Rating: “Outstanding attorney: Gregory Hoffman is an outstanding attorney, and was extremely helpful with every aspect of my case. He was professional, knowledgeable, and responsive to all correspondence. I highly recommend him without any reservations.”
- RI Trust and Estates Litigation: Prosecuted lawsuit on behalf of a trust beneficiary against a trustee for claims of breach of fiduciary duty. After zealous advocacy, client recovered in excess of $400,000.
- RI Personal Injury: Represented an individual involved in a highway car accident. Successfully negotiated a quick settlement for clients in the amount $325,000.00 without having to file a lawsuit.
- RI Probate Litigation: Represented a former spouse against the estate of her ex-husband on claims seeking monies owed to her pursuant to divorce decree as well as prospective child support for minor child. After trial, successfully recovered $150,000 owed to client pursuant to divorce and an additional six (6) years’ worth of child support that would have been paid if ex-husband had not passed away.
- RI Personal Injury: Represented a mother and child involved in a highway car crash after being cut off by another driver. Successfully negotiated a quick settlement for clients in the amount $126,000.00 without having to file a lawsuit.
- MA Child Custody: Successfully represented mother in Massachusetts and Rhode Island child custody proceedings to have minor children returned to her custody and possession. Father removed minor child from Massachusetts to Rhode Island without permission from mother or Court and filed custody proceedings in Rhode Island. Obtained Emergency Order in Massachusetts to have minor child returned to mother immediately and awarding mother sole legal and physical custody of child. Obtained dismissal of father’s complaint in Rhode Island.
- RI Child Custody/Relocation: Successfully tried case over two (2) days resulting in permission being granted for mother to relocate her minor children outside of the State of Rhode Island.
- RI Divorce: Successfully represented Rhode Island business owner in divorce proceedings. Obtained Final Judgment in favor of client awarding them 100% interest in corporation and an equitable division of remaining marital assets.
- MA Paternity/Child Support: Successfully represented purported father in Massachusetts paternity and child support matter. Judgments entered against father deeming him biological father of minor child and making him responsible for child support and health insurance obligations. Father learned via paternity test that he was not the biological father more than a year after judgments entered against him. Successfully obtained relief from prior Judgments declaring non-paternity and terminating child support and health insurance obligations.
- RI Divorce/Child Custody: Successfully defended husband against wife seeking sole custody of minor children and portion of husband’s interest in family business. Obtained Final Judgment awarding husband joint custody of minor children and retaining all ownership interest in business.
- RI Divorce/Child Custody: Successfully represented serviceman in United States Armed Forces stationed abroad in divorce proceedings. Obtained Final Judgment awarding him joint custody of minor children and equitable division of marital assets.
- MA Alimony Modification: Successfully represented ex-wife in Alimony Modification proceedings. Negotiated lump-sum payment of alimony in full satisfaction of obligations owed to wife.
- RI Child Custody/Relocation: Successful relocation of minor child from Rhode Island to Massachusetts. Mother had primary physical custody of minor child in Rhode Island. After numerous hearings, father was awarded primary physical custody of minor child and permission to relocate child to Massachusetts.
- “Rhode Island Supreme Court Upholds Pet Visitation Provisions in Marital Settlement Agreement,” by Gregory N. Hoffman and Rui P. Alves (April 23, 2019)
- “Grandparent Visitation in Rhode Island,” by Gregory N. Hoffman and Rui P. Alves (April 9, 2019)
- “Rhode Island DUI Laws, Penalties and Sentencing,” by Gregory N. Hoffman and Rui P. Alves (March 7, 2019)
- “Rhode Island Restraining Orders – Family Court, District Court and Superior Court,” by Gregory N. Hoffman and Rui P. Alves (October 11, 2018)
- “Criminal Law Client Alert: Rhode Island Criminal Expungements and New Revisions to Expungement Laws,” by Gregory N. Hoffman and Rui P. Alves (August 7, 2018)
- “Client Alert: New Tax Bill Repeals Alimony Deduction,” by Gregory N. Hoffman and Rui P. Alves (January 16, 2018)
- “Client Alert: 2017 Revisions to Massachusetts Child Support Guidelines,” by Gregory N. Hoffman and Rui P. Alves (October 5, 2017)
- Professional Excellence in the Law in Adoption, Marital and Family Law, Rhode Island Monthly (2019-2024)
- Rhode Island Super Lawyers Rising Star in Family Law (2017-2024)
- Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch” in Family Law (2021-2022)
- Up and Coming Lawyer, Rhode Island Lawyers Weekly (2021)
Greg served as a judicial law clerk for Rhode Island Supreme Court Justice Francis X. Flaherty (2014–2015) and Superior Court Justice Sarah Taft-Carter in the Rhode Island Supreme Court Law Clerk Department (2013–2014). During law school, he served as an extern to Judge Bruce M. Selya of the U.S. Court of Appeal for the First Circuit.
- Former President, Board of Directors, Roger Williams University School of Law Alumni Association
- Former Member and Secretary, Board of Directors, Blithewold, Inc.
- Member, Rhode Island Family Court Bench Bar Committee
- Member, The Edward Gallogly Family Law Inns of Court
- Member, American Bar Association Section of Family Law
- Member, Rhode Island Bar Association
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When out of the office, Greg enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, going to the beach and is an avid Baltimore Orioles fan.
