Brennan Scungio & Kresge LLP

08/26/2026

We are proud to be recognized by Rhode Island Lawyers Weekly as one of Rhode Island’s leading legacy law firms.

For 35 years, Brennan Scungio & Kresge has served clients with practical legal guidance, effective advocacy, and a deep commitment to our Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts communities.

Thank you to the clients, colleagues, attorneys, staff, and community partners who have been part of BSK’s story. We are honored by the recognition and excited for what lies ahead.

Read more here: https://rilawyersweekly.com/blog/2026/08/24/in-the-lead-legacy-law-firms-2026/

08/25/2026

Brennan Scungio & Kresge LLP is pleased to share that five of our attorneys have been named to the Best Lawyers in America 2027 edition. Congratulations to our very own Lisa Kresge, Benjamin M Scungio, Thomas Hemmendinger, and Jon Anderson for their recognition across various practice areas as Best Lawyers. Congratulations to Sean Clough for being recognized in the "Ones to Watch" category. The areas of recognition include entries in Banking and Finance Law, Bankruptcy & Creditor Debtor Rights, Commercial Transactions/UCC Law, Commercial Finance Law, Commercial Litigation, Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law, Education Law, Antitrust Law, and Labor Law-Management.

BSK is proud to have each of these attorneys as a part of the team! Join us in celebrating their accomplishments and selection to one of the legal profession’s highest honors.

08/17/2026

August is Make-a-Will Month! Learn more about taking the first step toward protecting your family and preserving your wishes.

August is National Make-a-Will Month, an annual reminder for adults to write or update their wills and consider the broader […]

08/12/2026

Brennan Scungio & Kresge LLP provides board orientation and governance training to nonprofit organizations -and last week, Attorney Andrea I. Staehelin led a session on "Understanding Your Role," covering board duties, responsibilities, and effective leadership. Strong governance starts with informed board members, and we're proud to help organizations build that foundation.

07/15/2026

New RIDE Decision!

A recent RIDE decision focused on student safety plans and what makes those plans adequate.

See our Tips for Creating Adequate Safety Plans here:

By Christopher Morello and Kayla Caruso On June 15, 2026, the Rhode Island Department of Education issued a decision in case No. 26-002AL, Student I. Doe, […]

07/08/2026

BSK is proud to recognize our Summer Interns. Their efforts and contributions to the firm have been much appreciated, and we look forward to supporting them as they learn more about the legal profession.

07/04/2026

06/29/2026

BSK is proud to recognize our Summer Law Clerks, who have embraced every opportunity to learn, contribute, and grow. Their fresh perspectives and dedication have made a meaningful impact on our firm.

We're excited to continue watching them develop as future members of the legal profession.

06/25/2026

A great day out at Topgolf Cranston! ⛳️
Nothing beats some R&R and team camaraderie to keep us at the top of our game.

06/15/2026

On June 11, 2026, Attorneys Lisa Kresge and Chris Morello presented at the Rhode Island Bar Association 2026 Annual Meeting. Marking her eighth time presenting and his second, Lisa and Christopher addressed various state and federal court decisions related to commercial law, with an emphasis on Rhode Island decisions issued during the last twelve months. The panel discussed decisions that illuminate important legal implications in the areas of secured transactions, defaults and foreclosures, lender and borrower liability, commercial contracts, bankruptcies, receiverships, and other relevant commercial law topics. BSK is proud that Attorneys Kresge and Morello demonstrated their knowledge and expertise in commercial law before a captive audience of attorneys from across the state.