
Jonathan N. Savage, Business Attorney in Providence, Rhode Island
Over 44 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and Government · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Of CounselatSavage Law Partners, LLP
Providence, RI
Practicing business in Providence since 1982.
- 44+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Jonathan N. Savage is an of counsel based in Providence, RI. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Government. Jonathan has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Savage Law Partners, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Providence, RI
- Experience
- over 44 years
- Known for
- Business · General · Government
- Handles Business, General, and Government matters from Providence, RI.
- Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Jonathan N. Savage: Jonathan N. Savage is an of counsel based in Providence, RI. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Government. Jonathan has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Savage Law Partners, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Jonathan N. Savage
Jonathan concentrates on business, general, and government. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jonathan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Providence, Rhode Island
Jonathan 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 Jonathan agrees to represent you.
General cases in Providence, Rhode Island
Jonathan 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 Jonathan agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Providence, Rhode Island
Jonathan takes government 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 Jonathan agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Jonathan N. Savage — Over 44 years of Rhode Island business experience
Jonathan N. Savage is an of counsel based in Providence, RI. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Government. Jonathan has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Savage Law Partners, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Jonathan N. Savage is a partner at Savage Law Partners, LLP and chairs the firm’s Corporate and Business department, Public Sector/Governmental Services department, and Co-chairs the firm’s Receivership and Business Insolvency department. Mr. Savage has extensive experience in all matters relating to business representation including financial and corporate restructuring, labor negotiations and strategy, work-out, debt strategy, transactional work, and creative structuring.As a Receiver and a Special Master, Mr. Savage has served as the defacto CEO of private companies, a publicly traded corporation, a municipality, a Federal detention facility and a large community hospital. In such roles he was ultimately responsible for all management operations, labor strategy and negotiation, financing and business stabilization. Some of Mr. Savage’s larger more complex cases include: Hopkins Manor, Ltd./Hopkins Health Center: a Rhode Island nursing home facility (property owner) in financial distress exacerbated by Covid 19; Phoenix Houses of New England Inc., a regional substance abuse rehabilitation facility with programs and property in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont, in financial distress exacerbated by Covid 19; Landmark Medical Center: a Rhode Island acute care hospital with revenues in excess of $130 million annually; The City of Central Falls; LJ Crane & Rigging; Nestor Traffic Systems, Inc.-a publicly traded company; American Biophysics Corporation-an internationally traded manufacturing company; Marathon Construction-a large construction company operating in seven states; and Wyatt Federal Detention Center. In resolving these cases, Mr. Savage was responsible for all aspects of their merger/acquisition and/or for negotiating the return to the community. Such duties included vetting partners, facilitating transactions and collaborating with regulators in these often heavily regulated, potentially sensitive industries.Mr. Savage has extensive experience in matters relating to public sector and governmental services and agencies, often involving regulatory issues and complex government operational issues.As a prominent leader of the legal community, Mr. Savage has been honored by his peers and judges with the AV Preeminent rating from Martindale Hubbell which is the highest rating based on both legal ability and ethics.
How Jonathan handles business matters
Jonathan N. Savage is a partner at Savage Law Partners, LLP and chairs the firm’s Corporate and Business department, Public Sector/Governmental Services department, and Co-chairs the firm’s Receivership and Business Insolvency department. Mr. Savage has extensive experience in all matters relating to business representation including financial and corporate restructuring, labor negotiations and…
The kind of cases Jonathan takes
Jonathan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and government matters in Providence and the surrounding Rhode Island area.
Credentials
Jonathan N. Savage's legal education and bar admissions
Case Western Reserve University
J.D. · 1982
University of Rochester
B.A. · 1979
Jurisdictions
Jonathan's state bar admissions
Massachusetts
1999 · ACTIVE
Rhode Island
1984 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1982 · ACTIVE
Jonathan studied at J.D. in Case Western Reserve University and B.A. in University of Rochester.
Law school and academic background
Jonathan completed J.D. in Case Western Reserve University and B.A. in University of Rochester. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jonathan runs in Rhode Island is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Jonathan N. Savage
Jonathan has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Jonathan's professional memberships and bar associations
Rhode Island, Massachusetts and American Bar Associations
membership
Locations
Jonathan N. Savage's office in Providence
Jonathan's primary office is at 564 South Water Street, Providence, RI, 02903. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Jonathan N. Savage — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Jonathan. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Providence.
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How to hire Jonathan N. Savage — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jonathan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jonathan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jonathan'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; Jonathan 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 Jonathan
Jonathan 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. Jonathan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jonathan'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 Jonathan N. Savage
How much does it cost to hire Jonathan for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jonathan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jonathan offer a free consultation?
Jonathan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jonathan's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Jonathan'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. Jonathan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jonathan take my case if I'm outside Providence?
Jonathan 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 — Jonathan 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 Jonathan?
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. Jonathan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jonathan accepting new business clients right now?
Jonathan'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
Jonathan 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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