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Crystal Peralta

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crystal@gplawri.com

Providence, RI  |  401.859.3432 x 802

Founder / Owner

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About

Biography

Crystal is an experienced civil litigator whose practice focuses on commercial litigation and business counseling. Known for her strategic thinking, strong advocacy, and practical approach to solving complex matters, she works with businesses and organizations on the legal issues that shape how they operate — contracts, corporate governance, employment matters, risk management, and the day-to-day questions that arise when running an organization. Her counseling work is informed by extensive litigation experience, and she brings a practical, real-world perspective to helping clients structure their affairs and make sound legal decisions before problems arise.

When clients need representation in court, she brings that same strategic perspective to the courtroom. Crystal represents clients in state and federal courts in Rhode Island and Massachusetts across a range of complex commercial matters, including breach of contract claims, shareholder and partnership disputes, and employment disputes. Her clients have ranged from Fortune 500 companies to small and family-owned businesses, municipalities, and individuals across a broad range of industries.

Prior to co-founding this firm, Crystal practiced at an AmLaw 200 firm in Providence, Rhode Island, where she was a member of the firm's Litigation Group, a major New England firm handling complex commercial litigation matters, and a boutique Rhode Island firm handling municipal litigation matters.  Outside of work, Crystal enjoys skiing, gardening, reading, and content creation.  She lives in Warwick with her husband Diony and their cat Sammy.

Admissions

State of Rhode Island

Commonwealth of Massachusetts

U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island

U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts

U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit

Education

Academic background and credentials

Roger Williams University

School of Law

Juris Doctor, summa cum laude

Roger Williams University Law Review, Senior Editor

Moot Court, President

Student Bar Association, Administrative Vice President

Honors Program and Dean's Scholar Program

Suffolk University

Bachelor of Science, cum laude

Theta Phi Alpha, Public Relations Chair

Pi Sigma Alpha National Political Science Honor Society, Member

Phi Sigma Tau International Honor Society in Philosophy, Member

Roger Williams University
Latino Excellence Award

Recipient of the 2023 Latino Excellence Award awarded by the Roger Williams University Latino Law Students Association for positive contributions to the Latino community.

Recipient, 2023

Rhode Island Foundation
Equity Leadership Initiative

Graduate of the 2023-24 Cohort of the Rhode Island Foundation’s Equity Leadership Initiative, which seeks to cultivate, mentor, and seek access for BIPOC professionals working in the public, private and nonprofit sectors to build a pipeline of leaders of color in positions of influence in Rhode Island.

Graduate of 2023-2024 Cohort

Rhode Island Super Lawyers

Listed as a Rising Star in the Rhode Island Super Lawyers list for 2024 and 2025, which celebrates top attorneys who exhibit excellence in the practice of law.

Rising Star, 2024 and 2025

Achievements

Professional Recognitions

In the Community

Community Involvement

Rhode Island Supreme Court
MCLE Commission

Commissioner, 2024 - Present

Roger Williams University School of Law Alumni Association

President, 2024 - Present

Board Member, 2021 - 2024

Women's Resource Center

Board Member, 2021 - 2024

Rhode Island Bar Association 
DEI Committee

Member, 2022 - 2024

Rhode Island Hispanic
Bar Association 

Member, 2022 - Present

Rhode Island Women's
Bar Association

Member, 2021 - 2023

Rhode Island Bar Association
House of Delegates

Member, 2023 - 2025

Roger Williams University School of Law Moot Court Board

Volunteer Coach, 2020 - 2023

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