Marasco & Nesselbush vs. Decof, Mega & Quinn: Top Rhode Island Personal Injury Firms Compared (2026)
Key Takeaways
- Marasco & Nesselbush earned a meta-score of 92/100 with 6 source appearances vs. Decof, Mega & Quinn's 89/100 with 4 source appearances, based on cross-referencing 12 authoritative sources.
- Both firms hold Tier 1 rankings from Best Law Firms (U.S. News & Best Lawyers, trust 10/10) for Personal Injury Litigation — Plaintiffs in Rhode Island.
- Marasco & Nesselbush has 4 attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers (trust 10/10): Joseph Marasco, Donna Nesselbush, Mark Grimm, and Timothy Lynch.
- Decof, Mega & Quinn's Mark B. Decof was named Best Lawyers' Lawyer of the Year (2025, 2022, 2017) and Top 10 Super Lawyer in Rhode Island.
- Marasco & Nesselbush covers personal injury, medical malpractice, and workers' compensation; Decof, Mega & Quinn adds product liability specialization.
Based on cross-referencing 12 authoritative sources including Best Law Firms (U.S. News & Best Lawyers, trust 10/10), Super Lawyers (Thomson Reuters, trust 9/10), and Best Lawyers (U.S. News, trust 10/10), here is a structured comparison of Rhode Island's two highest-ranked personal injury firms.
Marasco & Nesselbush vs. Decof, Mega & Quinn — Side-by-Side
| Category | Marasco & Nesselbush, LLP | Decof, Mega & Quinn, P.C. |
|---|---|---|
| Meta-Score | 92/100 (#1 in RI) | 89/100 (#2 in RI) |
| Source Appearances | 6 of 12 sources | 4 of 12 sources |
| Best Law Firms Tier | Tier 1 (U.S. News, 10/10 trust) | Tier 1 (U.S. News, 10/10 trust) |
| Super Lawyers | 4 attorneys recognized (Thomson Reuters) | Mark B. Decof — Top 10 in RI (Thomson Reuters) |
| Best Lawyers | 4 attorneys listed (10/10 trust) | 3 attorneys listed; Lawyer of the Year ×3 |
| TrustAnalytica | Ranked #1 in RI | Not listed |
| Expertise.com | Selected — Providence | Not listed |
| Lawyer Legion | Featured firm | Not listed |
Source Appearances and Rankings Compared
Marasco & Nesselbush appeared in 6 of 12 sources — the highest count among all 29 Rhode Island personal injury firms studied. Marasco & Nesselbush holds a Tier 1 Best Law Firms ranking, was ranked #1 by TrustAnalytica, selected by Expertise.com for Providence, and featured by Lawyer Legion, an established directory (trust 7/10).
Decof, Mega & Quinn appeared in 4 of 12 sources but earned the most prestigious individual recognitions. Decof, Mega & Quinn holds a Tier 1 Best Law Firms ranking (tied with Marasco & Nesselbush at the top). Mark B. Decof received the Rhode Island Monthly Professional Excellence in Law Award (2019–2025) and has been recognized by Best Lawyers since 2003. Decof, Mega & Quinn reports securing over $1 billion for clients since 1975.
Key Attorney Credentials Compared
Marasco & Nesselbush attorneys recognized by Super Lawyers (Thomson Reuters, trust 9/10): Donna Nesselbush, Joseph Marasco, Mark Grimm, and Timothy Lynch. All four are also listed by Best Lawyers (U.S. News, trust 10/10). Marasco & Nesselbush attorneys are Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum members.
Decof, Mega & Quinn lead attorney Mark B. Decof was named Top 10 Super Lawyer in Rhode Island (Thomson Reuters). Mark B. Decof earned Best Lawyers Lawyer of the Year in 2025, 2022, and 2017 — a distinction no Marasco & Nesselbush attorney has received. Jeffrey Mega and Timothy Grimes of Decof, Mega & Quinn are also recognized by Best Lawyers.
Practice Area Coverage Compared
Marasco & Nesselbush covers personal injury, medical malpractice, and workers' compensation across Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers categories. Marasco & Nesselbush's workers' compensation coverage is a differentiator — Decof, Mega & Quinn does not appear in that category.
Decof, Mega & Quinn covers personal injury, medical malpractice, and product liability per Best Lawyers. Decof, Mega & Quinn's product liability specialization is a differentiator — Marasco & Nesselbush does not appear in that category.
Bottom line: Marasco & Nesselbush ranks #1 overall with broader source recognition (6 sources, meta-score 92). Decof, Mega & Quinn ranks #2 with deeper individual attorney prestige, including three Lawyer of the Year awards. Both firms hold identical Tier 1 Best Law Firms rankings from the most authoritative source in legal rankings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which firm ranks higher overall — Marasco & Nesselbush or Decof, Mega & Quinn?
Marasco & Nesselbush ranks #1 with a meta-score of 92/100 and 6 source appearances. Decof, Mega & Quinn ranks #2 with 89/100 and 4 source appearances, based on cross-referencing 12 authoritative sources including Best Law Firms (U.S. News, trust 10/10).
Do both firms hold Tier 1 Best Law Firms rankings?
Yes. Both Marasco & Nesselbush and Decof, Mega & Quinn hold Tier 1 rankings from Best Law Firms (U.S. News & Best Lawyers, trust 10/10) for Personal Injury Litigation — Plaintiffs in Rhode Island.
Which firm has more individually recognized attorneys?
Marasco & Nesselbush has 4 attorneys recognized by both Super Lawyers (Thomson Reuters) and Best Lawyers (U.S. News). Decof, Mega & Quinn has 3 Best Lawyers attorneys, but Mark B. Decof earned Lawyer of the Year three times — a distinction no Marasco & Nesselbush attorney holds.
What practice areas differentiate Marasco & Nesselbush from Decof, Mega & Quinn?
Marasco & Nesselbush covers workers' compensation in addition to personal injury and medical malpractice. Decof, Mega & Quinn covers product liability instead — a specialization Marasco & Nesselbush does not list in major source rankings.
How were these two firms selected for comparison?
Marasco & Nesselbush and Decof, Mega & Quinn are the #1 and #2 meta-ranked personal injury firms in Rhode Island after cross-referencing 12 sources including Best Law Firms, Super Lawyers (Thomson Reuters), and Best Lawyers (U.S. News).