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Tax Lawyers in Portsmouth, RI: 2026 rankings

18 tax lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest LFR Score in Portsmouth: RI Tax Attorney - Michael Napolitano, LFR Score 66/100; 4.9★ from 135 Google reviews.

  2. 3

    Open 24 hours (per Google): Top Line Tax, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 18.

  3. 5

    Most-reviewed: Benner Law, 93 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 18 ranked after RI Tax Attorney - Michael Napolitano; ranked #5.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

18 Portsmouth tax lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 4 are open 24/7, 6 open Saturdays and 5 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 18 rated law firms.

Top 10 tax lawyers in Portsmouth at a glance

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Top 10 tax lawyers in Portsmouth at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1RI Tax Attorney - Michael Napolitano664.9★ (135)Cranston, 17 mi away—Top score
2Christopher G. Kehoe, Attorney635.0★ (11)New Bedford, 17 mi awaySat · Sun—
3Top Line Tax625.0★ (10)Wrentham, 34 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Open 24 hours
4Dipalma David ESQ./CPA594.4★ (5)East Providence, 15 mi awaySat · Evenings—
5Benner Law585.0★ (93)Carver, 39 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Most reviews
6Law Office of Hilmy Ismail584.9★ (10)Attleboro, 26 mi away——
7Anne M. Moniz Attorney at Law574.2★ (6)Johnston, 20 mi away——
8Chris Kehoe Law573.7★ (3)Warwick, 12 mi away——
9Attorney Eric P Rothenberg565.0★ (10)Mashpee, 39 mi away——
10Lambros Law Office LLC565.0★ (74)Cranston, 15 mi away——

All 18 tax lawyers in Portsmouth, in rank order

Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  3. #3 Top Line Tax

    Based in Wrentham, 34 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    26 Patriot Pl #225, Foxborough, MA 02035
    View profile for Top Line Tax(508) 474-8454

  4. #4 Dipalma David ESQ./CPA

    Based in East Providence, 15 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.

    • 4.4★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2447 Pawtucket Ave, East Providence, RI 02914
    View profile for Dipalma David ESQ./CPA(401) 438-6040

  5. #5 Benner Law

    Based in Carver, 39 mi away

    58/100LFR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 93 Google reviews.

    • 5.0★ from 93 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    33 Samoset St, Plymouth, MA 02360
    View profile for Benner Law(774) 771-1754

  8. #8 Chris Kehoe Law

    Based in Warwick, 12 mi away

    57/100LFR Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3970 Post Rd, Warwick, RI 02886
    View profile for Chris Kehoe Law(401) 528-7100

  10. #10 Lambros Law Office LLC

    Based in Cranston, 15 mi away

    56/100LFR Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 74 Google reviews.

    • 5.0★ from 74 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    100 Midway Rd #16, Cranston, RI 02920
    View profile for Lambros Law Office LLC(401) 383-9899

  11. #11 Benner Law

    Based in New Bedford, 17 mi away

    55/100LFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    32 Hillman St, New Bedford, MA 02740
    View profile for Benner Law(774) 228-7338

  12. #12 Benner Law

    Based in Taunton, 23 mi away

    51/100LFR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    76 Broadway, Taunton, MA 02780
    View profile for Benner Law(774) 504-2497

  15. #15 DarrowEverett LLP

    Based in Providence, 17 mi away

    48/100LFR Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    • 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1 Turks Head Pl #1200, Providence, RI 02903
    View profile for DarrowEverett LLP(401) 453-1200

  16. #16 Marshall Law Offices

    Based in Warwick, 13 mi away

    48/100LFR Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    The Summit West, 300 Centerville Rd Ste 204, Warwick, RI 02886
    View profile for Marshall Law Offices(401) 732-8070

  18. #18 McLaughlinQuinn LLC

    Based in Providence, 19 mi away

    47/100LFR Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    148 W River St Ste 1E, Providence, RI 02904
    View profile for McLaughlinQuinn LLC(401) 421-5115

Also serving Portsmouth

20 more tax lawyers within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked tax lawyers serving Portsmouth
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Bogue Moylan + Marino LLP5.0★ (1)17 mi
Chappell & Chappell4.6★ (26)In Portsmouth
Christopher G. Kehoe, Attorney5.0★ (2)17 mi
Christopher G. Kehoe, Attorney5.0★ (2)24 mi
Correira Law5.0★ (1)10 mi
Correira Law17 mi
Correira Law29 mi
Cushing & Dolan, P.C.16 mi
d'Oliveira & Associates, p.c.5.0★ (88)In Portsmouth
DarrowEverett LLP5.0★ (1)8 mi
Igliozzi & Reis4.0★ (2)16 mi
Law Offices Of Gregory P. Rameaka5.0★ (2)13 mi
Nixon Peabody LLP - Providence Office18 mi
Odinic Advisors LLC39 mi
Rossi Denita AttyIn Portsmouth
Stanford & Schall17 mi
Taft & McSally LLP5.0★ (1)16 mi
Tax Pro Usa15 mi
Tremblay & Rossi Law4.3★ (11)In Portsmouth
Verdolino & Lowey, P.C.3.0★ (2)33 mi

How we ranked Portsmouth tax lawyers

We scored 18 Portsmouth tax lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Portsmouth data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded)Not yet collected
Review volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose a tax lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many tax law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. Ask whether the lawyer handles audits, collections and Tax Court, or only planning.
  7. Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.

Questions to ask a tax lawyer

  • How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
  • How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
  • Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
  • Do you handle audits and appeals yourself?
  • Is my situation civil, or could it become criminal?
  • Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?

Terms explained

Contingency fee
A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
Retainer
Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
Flat fee
One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
Limited-scope representation
Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
Statute of limitations
The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
Good standing
A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
Law society
The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
Board certification
Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
Attorney–client privilege
The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
Conflict check
The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
Pro bono
Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
Legal aid
Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.

Tax lawyers in Portsmouth: frequently asked questions

Which tax lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Portsmouth?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked tax lawyer in Portsmouth, RI is RI Tax Attorney - Michael Napolitano with an LFR Score of 66/100. It has 4.9★ from 135 Google reviews. Christopher G. Kehoe, Attorney (#2) and Top Line Tax (#3) follow. We ranked 18 tax lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many tax lawyers are there in Portsmouth?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 18 tax lawyers serving Portsmouth, RI. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which tax lawyers in Portsmouth are open 24/7?

4 ranked tax lawyers in Portsmouth post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Top Line Tax (#3), Benner Law (#5) and Benner Law (#11). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which tax lawyers in Portsmouth work on weekends?

6 of 18 ranked tax lawyers post Saturday hours and 5 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Christopher G. Kehoe, Attorney (#2), Top Line Tax (#3) and Dipalma David ESQ./CPA (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do Portsmouth tax lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 18 rated tax lawyers in Portsmouth is 4.9★, with a median of 10 reviews. RI Tax Attorney - Michael Napolitano has the most, 135 reviews, and ranks #1. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does LawFirmsRanked rank tax lawyers?

Each tax lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do tax lawyers outside Portsmouth count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Portsmouth city center, our service radius for tax lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.

Can tax lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?

No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.

How do tax lawyers in Portsmouth, RI charge?

Tax lawyers usually bill hourly; some offer flat fees for defined work such as an offer in compromise. Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $446 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.

Should I hire a tax lawyer, a CPA or an enrolled agent?

All three can represent taxpayers before the IRS (Treasury Circular 230). A tax lawyer adds legal privilege for advice and can represent you in Tax Court and in criminal tax matters. This is general information, not legal advice.

How is this list of tax lawyers in Portsmouth, RI ranked?

By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.

Does a lawyer need an office in Portsmouth?

No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.

Update log for Portsmouth

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 18 tax lawyers serving Portsmouth.

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