Francis A. Connor, III

Frank Connor is an experienced trial and appellate attorney in federal and state courts in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. His expertise includes cases involving medical professional liability defense, business disputes, insurance and reinsurance issues, as well as catastrophic personal injuries. Frank’s peers in the trial bar have recognized his skill and experience in the courtroom by inviting him to membership in the  American Board of Trial Advocates. He has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America (2012–2024), Rhode Island Super Lawyers (2013–2023), and he maintains an AV Preeminent rating from the Martindale-Hubbell National Law Directory, the highest rating for legal ability and ethical standards.

For more than fifteen years, Frank has served as a mediator and arbitrator. He received mediation certification training in 2008 at both the Harvard Law School Program on Negotiation and the Center for Dispute Settlement in Washington, D.C., and was appointed by The Presiding Justice of the Superior Court of Rhode Island to the panel of arbitrators for disposition of Superior Court civil cases in 2009. In 2022 and 2023, Frank was recognized by his peers with the Professional Excellence in Law award in the field Mediation and Arbitration.

Small businesses, professional groups, hospitals and insurance carriers consult Frank on legislative and risk management matters. He has lectured on trial practice and numerous other topics to local, regional and national groups of attorneys, medical professionals and administrators.

Frank has also served multiple terms as a managing partner of the firm over the years.