(401) 849-6200

Our Team

Sean M. Bouchard, Esq.

Phone: (401) 849-6200 | Fax: (401) 849-1820 | Email: sbouchard@silvalawgroup.com

My practice focuses primarily on land use and development, municipal law, government relations, construction litigation, estate planning, and probate practice.

I represent clients who need assistance interacting with government agencies and departments. I have represented clients in front of Zoning Boards, Planning Boards, and City and Town Councils throughout the State of Rhode Island. I help property owners understand what they can do with their property, both by right and by special use permit. I help real estate developers obtain the necessary approvals for new construction, including zoning and planning board approvals. I also represent local businesses in order to obtain the required licenses needed to operate.

From 2019-2023 I worked for the Providence City Council as the Director of Policy and then the Chief of Staff before returning to STMO. In my role with the City, I was responsible for drafting and reviewing all ordinances, resolutions, and other legislative actions of the City Council including tax stabilization agreements, lease approvals, street abandonments, and more. I was also fortunate enough to become the lead staffer assisting the City’s redistricting and charter review processes.

I earned my law degree from Roger Williams School of Law (Bristol, RI) in 2015 and my undergraduate degree in Environmental Science and Legal Studies from Roger Williams University in 2012. I am admitted to the Rhode Island Bar (2015) and the U.S. District Court District of Rhode Island (2016).

Active in professional associations:

  • American Bar Association Member
  • Rhode Island Bar Association Member
  • Newport County Bar Association Member
  • Past Employment Positions
  • City of Providence Law Department, Contract Attorney, 2015 – 2016
  • Center for Mediation and Collaboration of Rhode Island, Mediator, 2014 – 2015

Practice areas are as follows:

  • Civil Litigation
  • Environmental Law
  • Landlord-Tenant Law
  • Land Use, Zoning, and Planning
  • Maritime Law
  • Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution
  • Personal Injury

Our Team

David P. Martland, Esq.

David P. Martland, Esq.

Partner

Cristina M. Offenberg, Esq.

Cristina M. Offenberg, Esq.

Partner

Sean M. Bouchard, Esq.

Sean M. Bouchard, Esq.

Associate Attorney

Robert M. Silva, Esq.

Robert M. Silva, Esq.

Founder and Of Counsel

Andrew A. Thomas, Esq.

Andrew A. Thomas, Esq.

Of Counsel

Heather Cawley

Heather Cawley

Real Estate Paralegal

Susan Monteiro

Susan Monteiro

Paralegal

Ari Winters

Ari Winters

Legal Assistant

Emily Leialoha

Emily Leialoha

Legal Clerk

Land Use and Zoning

Our attorneys possess extensive experience and knowledge in the field of land use and zoning. 

Real Estate Litigation

Our real estate practice includes businesses and individuals in commercial and residential closings.

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Estate Planning

We understand the importance of protecting your assets and creating a plan for your family. 

Landlord Tenant

Our attorneys possess extensive experience in working with parties regarding landlord tenant disputes. 

Civil Law

We are on your side in matters that involve disputes such as negligence, defamation, nuisance, and breach of contract.

Business Law

We assist you through the process of legally establishing your business.

Probate

We represent clients in the probate courts.

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