Kara Hoopis | Providence Defense Attorney

Attorney Kara Hoopis Manosh has devoted her career to defending the rights of the accused, handling numerous cases across Rhode Island's courtrooms. Nationally trained by esteemed organizations like The Institute for Criminal Defense Advocacy and The National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, she brings exceptional expertise to each case.

Manosh earned her LL.M in Trial Advocacy from the California Western School of Law, specializing in Federal Criminal Law. Recognized for her outstanding legal acumen with a "Superb" Avvo Rating of 10.0 and acknowledgments from the SuperLawyers organization, she is committed to justice both inside and outside the courtroom.

As an Assistant Public Defender at the Rhode Island Office of the Public Defender, Manosh gained extensive experience across various divisions, including Adult Trial and Newport County. Additionally, she has contributed her expertise to organizations like the Federal Defenders of San Diego, Inc., and the California Innocence Project.

Admitted to the bars of Rhode Island and Massachusetts, as well as the United States District Court for the State of Rhode Island and the First Circuit Court of Appeals, Manosh remains actively involved in court panels. She continues to enhance her knowledge through expert training and collaboration in areas such as neuropsychology, DNA analysis, and criminal street gangs.

Committed to helping individuals rebuild their lives after the trauma of criminal accusations, Manosh provides tireless advocacy to every client she represents. With a comprehensive understanding of the law and a compassionate approach to client representation, she remains steadfast in her pursuit of justice.

School	Degree	Major	Graduation
Roger Williams University School of Law	J.D.	Law School	2005
California Western School of Law	LL.M,		2006

State / Court	Date
Massachusetts	2005

• Member | Rhode Island State Bar Association
  Member | Massachusetts State Bar Association
  Member | United States District Court for the State of Rhode Island
  Member | First Circuit Court of Appeals

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	May 15, 2024

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