
E. Colby Cameron, Business Attorney in Providence, Rhode Island
Over 57 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and Health Care · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratCameron & Mittleman LLP
Providence, RI
Practicing business in Providence since 1969.
- 57+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 4
- Bar admissions
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E. Colby Cameron is a partner based in Providence, RI. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Health Care. E. has over 57 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cameron & Mittleman LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Providence, RI
- Experience
- over 57 years
- Known for
- Business · General · Health Care
- Handles Business, General, and Health Care matters from Providence, RI.
- Over 57 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About E. Colby Cameron: E. Colby Cameron is a partner based in Providence, RI. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Health Care. E. has over 57 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cameron & Mittleman LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by E. Colby Cameron
E. concentrates on business, general, and health care. Each area below outlines the kind of case E. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Business cases in Providence, Rhode Island
E. takes business matters in Providence, Rhode Island. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before E. agrees to represent you.
General cases in Providence, Rhode Island
E. takes general matters in Providence, Rhode Island. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before E. agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Providence, Rhode Island
E. takes health care matters in Providence, Rhode Island. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before E. agrees to represent you.
Biography
About E. Colby Cameron — Over 57 years of Rhode Island business experience
E. Colby Cameron is a partner based in Providence, RI. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Health Care. E. has over 57 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cameron & Mittleman LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Colby represents corporate, health care, athletic conference and communications clients. Prior to his founding the Firm with Richard Mittleman, Colby was an associate and then a partner at Edwards & Angell (now Locke Lord LLP) in Providence. Between his associate and partner years, he was a corporate officer and general counsel to American Television & Communications Corporation, a Denver based publicly held cable television firm, which later became Time Warner Communications.
His principal clients include distributors of food products, consumer products and materials, as well as a number of manufacturing and wholesale distribution clients. Clients in the health care industry include physicians, professional corporations, medical staffs, imaging facilities and other health care joint ventures. Colby is also counsel to The American Athletic Conference (formerly the Big East Conference). He also represents a number of professional medical, legal and accounting practitioners and their firms. He also represents Corvias Military Housing, LLC, which privatizes military housing on a number of U.S. Army and Air Force bases in the United States.
Colby is a graduate of Brown University and a magna cum laude graduate of the University of Denver College of Law. He served a number of years as the volunteer Chairman of VNA of Rhode Island, the largest visiting nurse organization in southeastern New England. He has served as a member of the VNA of Rhode Island Foundation Board and the Board of Hallworth House, a long term care and rehab facility. Colby was appointed by the Governor of Rhode Island to the Board of Rhode Island Airport Corporation in 1999 and served as the Chairman of its Board from 2001 to 2003. He is a member of the Rhode Island Judicial Nominating Committee, having been appointed by the Governor in 2010 to a four year term. Colby is currently listed and has been listed for the last twelve years in Woodward/White Inc.’s Best Lawyers in America in the business/corporate category.
E.'s approach to business cases
Colby represents corporate, health care, athletic conference and communications clients. Prior to his founding the Firm with Richard Mittleman, Colby was an associate and then a partner at Edwards & Angell (now Locke Lord LLP) in Providence. Between his associate and partner years, he was a corporate officer and general counsel to American Television & Communications Corporation, a Denver based…
Clients E. works with
E. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and health care matters in Providence and the surrounding Rhode Island area.
Credentials
E. Colby Cameron's legal education and bar admissions
University of Denver College of Law
J.D. · 1968
Brown University
A.B. · 1963
Jurisdictions
E.'s state bar admissions
Massachusetts
1985 · ACTIVE
Colorado
1974 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1970 · ACTIVE
Rhode Island
1969 · ACTIVE
E. studied at J.D. in University of Denver College of Law and A.B. in Brown University.
Law school and academic background
E. completed J.D. in University of Denver College of Law and A.B. in Brown University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice E. runs in Rhode Island is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of E. Colby Cameron
E. has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
E.'s professional memberships and bar associations
Rhode Island and American (Member, Sections on: Corporation, Banking and Business Law Taxation Member, Forum Committee on Communications Law, 1984—) Bar Associations
membership
Locations
E. Colby Cameron's office in Providence
E.'s primary office is at 301 Promenade Street, Providence, RI, 02908. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of E. Colby Cameron — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of E.. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Providence.
5.0
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How to hire E. Colby Cameron — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with E. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
E. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain E.'s office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; E. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Providence, Rhode Island
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for E.
E. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. E. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
E.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about E. Colby Cameron
How much does it cost to hire E. for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. E. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does E. offer a free consultation?
E. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain E.'s office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check E.'s current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Rhode Island typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. E. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can E. take my case if I'm outside Providence?
E. is licensed in Rhode Island. Matters governed by Rhode Island law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — E. will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with E.?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. E. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is E. accepting new business clients right now?
E.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Providence, Warwick and Cranston in Rhode Island
E. handles business matters throughout Rhode Island. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
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