Boston Criminal Defense Lawyers
Former District Attorneys —
Now Aggressive Defense Attorneys
People facing criminal charges in Boston do not have to face them alone. It is the job of your criminal defense lawyer to stand steadfast by your side and take charge of making sure your interests are protected and your story is truly heard.
The Massachusetts Criminal Defense Group:
A Powerhouse Criminal Defense Firm
With 14 criminal law offices in Greater Boston, 9 aggressive defense attorneys, and over 30 years of combined courtroom trial experience, The Massachusetts Criminal Defense Group is often the law firm recommended by others when asked who to call for the most effective criminal defense possible. That is the bottom line.
With former prosecutors and big firm attorneys on our team, we know how to develop an effective theory of the case, how to challenge evidence, how to cross-examine witnesses, and how to find the weaknesses in the prosecution's case.
Massachusetts Prosecutors Push Hard to Secure Convictions.
Our Criminal Defense Attorneys Push Harder to Prevent Them.
Our team never backs down from a fight and we fight for each one of our clients as if we were representing a family member. Some attorneys take a laid-back attitude, sitting back and waiting until the first court date comes around. Not us. We take an offensive approach — with the goal of preventing charges from being filed in the first place.
For a FREE, no-obligation consultation, call us at
(800) 461-6900 to schedule a case evaluation at any of our offices. We meet clients early morning, at night, and even over the weekend.
Our Winning Formula
Our trial notebooks are a collection of the best cross-examinations in Massachusetts — Boston drug trafficking cases, Quincy OUI cases, Framingham shoplifting charges, and Woburn sex crimes. We study them, refine them, use them, and then we let our clients benefit from our ongoing pursuit of excellence.
Every single one of our criminal defense attorneys will fight for your optimum outcome; our preparation is relentless.
When we walk into a courtroom, we know every detail of the evidence and can usually anticipate what the other side's witnesses will testify to.
The Types of Cases We Handle…
We assist juveniles, high school and college students, local residents and out-of-town visitors who are in need of defense in areas such as:
Assault: Charges are not limited to people who simply attack other people for little or no reason at all. In some cases, men and women who are not even responsible for starting the fight could be charged with assault. Since police often arrive after a fight has ended, angry spouses or significant others can often convince police officers to arrest you, even if it wasn't your fault at all. Depending on the type of victim involved (police officer, child, elderly person, etc.), whether a weapon was used, and the person's prior criminal record, varying degrees of assault charges can result.
DUI/OUI/Drunk Driving: We challenge field sobriety tests, breathalyzer results and improper traffic stops. During trial, our attorneys aggressively cross-examine police officers to determine if they conducted their duties properly during the initial arrest.
Child Sex Crimes: In blended families, stepchildren falsely allege sexual abuse to get back at a stepparent. In other cases, teens falsely allege in order to move in with the other parent. We see children, parents, teachers, and others misinterpret these situations and proceed to file charges when no wrongs have ever occurred.
Disorderly Conduct: This common "catch-all" charge is used by police officers to establish control and demonstrate authority. It might sound insignificant, but it is a common criminal offense that carries harsh penalties and potential jail time. When hired to defend you, we'll question every police procedure, pursue every advantage, and seek a timely and positive resolution.
If you have charges pending against you, the most critical window for defense work may be the first few days following an arrest, or even prior to formal charges being filed. By getting to work immediately, often we can locate favorable defense evidence and witnesses, and get a "head start" toward defending your rights.
The Advantage of a Having a Local Criminal Defense Lawyer
Most people searching for a criminal defense attorney are not aware of the significant advantage that is available to them when they hire a local attorney who is familiar with the local courthouse — along with its procedures and unique systems. Also very helpful is an attorney who knows the judges and prosecutors and who has a good reputation for honesty. That can make a difference if a judge is undecided on a certain issue and could rule either way.
For this specific reason, each of the attorneys on our team are assigned to specific courts, held accountable to learning the ins-and-outs of that court, along with having a complete understanding of how the prosecutors and judges work in their particular court.
We Conduct an Independent Investigation on Every Case
Just as local police agencies conduct an investigation to prove the defendant's guilt, our defense team conducts an investigation of its own — working toward proving our client's innocence.
Rather than lie down and let the District Attorney's Office run over you, we will fight for you, subpoena evidence, and hold the prosecutor accountable to meeting his or her burden of finding you guilty, beyond a reasonable doubt, on every element of the crime for which you are being accused.
Not only have we taken great care to recruit the top attorneys in the area, but we are totally committed to delivering the local Boston communities with the best possible results while, at the same time, providing great client service at an affordable price.
You Can Fight Back — Call Us Now!
No matter how you were arrested, our criminal defense attorneys are ready to protect your rights. Don't give up, because with an aggressive defense there is hope.
Call us at (800) 461-6900 to speak with an experienced and aggressive criminal defense attorney for the legal assistance that you deserve.
Most phone calls are handled within 15 minutes — or less!
We have 14 local offices to meet with you and discuss your case. We are one of the few law firms in Massachusetts that has such geographical diversity. This allows The Massachusetts Criminal Defense Group to offer you the services of a highly qualified criminal defense team with a deep knowledge of the judges, prosecutors and procedures in the exact court where your case is pending.
Although we are based in the Boston area, we are willing to travel across Massachusetts to any location to meet a prospective client who is being investigated for a serious misdemeanor or felony and needs help with the ins-and-outs of the Massachusetts criminal law process.
We serve our clients in three ways — we provide a zealous defense, we meet prospective clients, and study to create ways to win future cases.
Erase Criminal Records From Your Past!
A potential employer, college, or credit card company can easily obtain your criminal record or history. Since many of these records are now available for the public on the internet, it makes sense to pursue having that record sealed. If you are eligible, you can then be allowed to say that an arrest or criminal charge never occurred on job applications, rental applications, or for any other purpose. To learn more about how our firm can help you, call our offices at (800) 461-6900.