Business Law in Rhode Island

Rhode Island ( RI)

Average: $4,000

Last Updated: Mar 2026

Low Estimate

$1,200

Simple / Uncontested Cases

Average Cost

                        $4,000                    
Typical
                        Business Law Case
                    

High Estimate

$16,000

Complex / Contested Cases

Cost Component	Low	Average	High
Attorney Hourly Rate	$200/hr	$275/hr	$425/hr
Total Cost Estimate	$1,200	$4,000	$16,000
Court Filing Fee	$150

What to Know About Business Law Costs in Rhode Island

Rhode Island LLC formation $150 with a $50 annual report. Attorney fees $1,200-$2,800. RI has a 7% corporate income tax plus a $400 minimum tax. The state's small size creates a concentrated business community. Defense, healthcare, and education sectors are major employers. RI offers Rebuild RI Tax Credits and other incentive programs.

Sources: State Secretary of State (RI), MyLLC.com 2025