Michael Ursillo

About Michael Ursillo

Mike Ursillo maintains a general practice of law, with emphasis on municipal law, labor law, and estate planning. Most recently, he was appointed - in January 2021 -as City Solicitor for the City of Warwick. With over 35 years of municipal law experience — including representation of twelve Rhode Island cities and towns on all sides of the political aisle — Mike has successfully assisted municipalities navigate issues that include labor contract negotiations and grievances; open meeting laws and public records requests; tax revaluations and appeals; code violations and other vital municipal issues. Most recently, Mike was sworn in on January 5, 2021 as the City Solicitor for the City of WarwickKnown for getting to the heart of legal matters to resolve disputes, build consensus and avoid litigation, Mike brings an in-depth understanding of the critical challenges facing municipalities across our state; ultimately, his knowledge and familiarity with multiple municipalities will result in efficiencies cities and towns and their taxpayers.Mike has also been a probate judge for over twenty-five years and has an extensive estate planning practice, including drafting of wills and trusts as well as sophisticated planning vehicles for his clients.Reach Mike at m••••••••@UTRlaw.com

Experience

1. Partner

   Ursillo, Teitz & Ritch, Ltd

   Jan 1996 — Present

Education

• Brown University

  A.B., Political Science and Government

  1974 — 1978

• Boston University School of Law

  J.D.

  1978 — 1981

Skills

• Strategy
• Event Management
• Program Management
• Public Speaking
• Team Leadership
• Social Media Marketing
• Fundraising
• Social Media
• Event Planning
• Marketing
• Government
• Nonprofits
• Strategic Planning
• Leadership Development
• Creditors' Rights
• Research
• Budgets
• Commercial Litigation
• Proposal Writing
• Leadership