Susan M Pires is a Rhode Island native born to immigrant parents from the islands of Cabo Verde.  She graduated from Providence College and later obtained her Juris Doctorate from Suffolk University Law School.  She has been a practicing attorney in the State of Rhode Island for more than 20 years.  Professionally, she is an active member of Thomas Gallogly Family Court Inns of Court and is a founding board member of the Cape Verdean American Lawyers Association.  

 

Aside from her practice, Ms. Pires has been active in the community through various organizations for over 30 years.  She serves as Chairperson of the Rhode Island Cape Verdean Heritage Committee, a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha, Sorority Inc.® The Links, Incorporated™.  Ms. Pires has held board positions on the CACD, Providence Inner City Arts and The George Wiley Center.  Since high school, Ms. Pires has been acknowledged for her dedication to the community.  Ms. Pires has a 21-year-old daughter, currently a senior at Davidson College.  Her mother resides in Sao Vicente, Cabo Verde.  She credits her elders for her service to the community and hopes to set the same example to the younger generation today.