Jaclyn Cotter litigates and counsels clients regarding commercial litigation matters, with a primary focus on business related disputes. She frequently represents individuals and businesses involved in general and complex business disputes, contract disputes, and various business claims arising out of fraud, embezzlement and conspiracy. Jaclyn’s representation spans all stages of litigation, before federal and state courts. Jaclyn also has experience representing clients in construction litigation, landlord tenant disputes and land use matters.

Prior to joining the firm, Jaclyn’s practice focused on a wide range of litigation matters, including the defense of insurance liability, general liability, workers’ compensation, toxic tort, personal injury, and defense of design professionals.

While in law school, Jaclyn severed as Chief Case Comment Editor and as a staff member for the Journal of Health and Biomedical Law. She currently serves as a board member for Meals on Wheels of Rhode Island.

Meals on Wheels of Rhode Island, Board Member since 2021
Rhode Island Women’s Bar Association, Member 

Jaclyn was recognized by Best Lawyers in the category of  “Ones to Watch” for 2024 in the practice area of Commercial Litigation.