Alicia L. Anthony
Associate
I focus my practice in all areas of estate and tax planning, trust and estate administration, fiduciary litigation, and non-profit and family foundation advisement. I handle all related trust and estate matters, including preparation of wills, trusts, and powers of attorneys, probate, and administration of clients’ estates, accountings, federal and state estate and gift tax issues, fiduciary and kinship litigation, special needs and business succession planning, and charitable gifting. I also represent non-profits on planned giving and development-related matters, serve as general counsel or non-profits, and establish and advise private family foundations. As a substantial part of my practice, I regularly represent clients before the Rhode Island Probate and Superior Courts.
Having worked in the field of trusts and estates for almost fifteen years in both legal and financial capacities, I understand the sensitive nature of clients’ wealth and legacy concerns and believe that the best approach to planning and administration is to be a trusted adviser to my clients, working hand-in-hand with accountants and financial advisers to provide well-rounded guidance to achieve long-term financial and legacy goals.
Originally from Buffalo, New York, I now live in Newport with my husband, Xay, and our cat, Gracie. We love all things Newport has to offer, including sunny weekends on the boat and supporting our favorite community organizations.
Contact me via email at aanthony@counsel1st.com to schedule a consultation.
The best approach to estate planning is starting with a deep understanding of your client's priorities, cares, and concerns and then knowing how those intersect with their long-term financial and legacy goals.
Professional Information
Massachusetts, admitted July 2023
Rhode Island, admitted November 2019
Awards and Recognitions
Best Lawyers Ones-To-Watch Rhode Island, 2024 and 2025 (The only Newport County attorney recipient for estate planning in 2025.)
Education
Roger Williams University School of Law, Juris Doctor, cum laude, May 2019
Hilbert College, Master of Public Administration, Non-Profit Management, magna cum laude, May 2015
Hilbert College, Bachelor of Science, magna cum laude, June 2013
Hartwick College, Bachelor of Arts, May 2012
Memberships and Civic Involvement
Portsmouth, Rhode Island Municipal Court Judge
American Bar Association, Real Property, Trust & Estate Section Member
Charitable Gift Planners of Rhode Island, Past President
Rhode Island Community Foundation, Professional Advisory Committee
Newport Public Education Foundation, Trustee
Conexion Latina Newport, Director
Salve Regina University, Graduate School Advisory Committee
Newport Classical - Emmanual Church Joint Operating Committee
League of Women Voters - Rhode Island, Vice President
Alpha Omicron Pi Foundation, Development Committee (former)
Community College of Rhode Island, Presidential Search Committee (2025)