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    Massachusetts Has 2365 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 12922 Reviews

    Amit Singh

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    Amit Singh

    5.095 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Workers Compensation
    Aggressive Criminal Defense!
    Rating:  9.9
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    Robert D Lewin

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    Robert D Lewin

    4.9157 reviews
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    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 54 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime and more
    Former Asst. DA Robert Lewin has limited his practice to Criminal Defense for the last 40 Years.
    Rating:  10
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    Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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    Rachel M. Self

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    Rachel M. Self

    5.0131 reviews
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    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration
    Located in downtown Boston, I specialize in criminal defense and immigration law.
    Rating:  10
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    Lissa McKinney

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    Lissa McKinney

    4.983 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Finding the "best" lawyer is very different than finding the best lawyer For You. Court cases take time.Choose a lawyer you like and trust: someone you want to work with, and someone that gives you confidence and comfort. Choose a lawyer who will ...
    Rating:  10
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    Richard J. Sweeney

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    Richard J. Sweeney

    5.044 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, DUI & DWI and more
    AVVO highest ratings for Criminal Defense, DUIs, Drug and Sex Crimes, Trafficking & Child Porn.
    Rating:  10
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    Joseph B. Simons

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    Joseph B. Simons

    5.071 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, DUI & DWI and more
    High-Quality Criminal Defense Attorney.
    Rating:  10
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    Anthony J. Luzzo

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    Anthony J. Luzzo

    5.039 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Family
    Bio: Attorney Anthony J. Luzzo concentrates on criminal defense and civil litigation matters pertaining to personal injury and family law. Anthony is admitted to practice in all courts of the Commonwealth and is certified by the Committee for Public Co...
    Rating:  9.7
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    Daniel J. Cappetta

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    Daniel J. Cappetta

    5.016 reviews
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    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Juvenile, DUI & DWI
    Dedicated Quality Juvenile and Criminal Defense Throughout Massachusetts.
    Rating:  10
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    Michael H. Erlich

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    Michael H. Erlich

    4.9349 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    If you're thinking about hiring a lawyer, please take a moment and read my dad's client reviews.
    Rating:  9.9
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    David R Yannetti

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    David R Yannetti

    5.036 reviews
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    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime and more
    David Yannetti is a highly rated criminal defense expert, leading a team of experienced attorneys.
    Rating:  10
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    Joseph M. Pacella

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    Joseph M. Pacella

    4.952 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime and more
    Defending Clients across Western and Central Massachusetts, including all college crimes and casino crimes.
    Rating:  10
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    Peter E. Padula

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    Peter E. Padula

    4.845 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Real Estate
    Bio: You’ve been arrested and chances are you are uncertain what steps you should take or whom you should reach out to for help. This is when you need a skilled criminal defense attorney to make sure your rights are protected. Anyone charged with a cri...
    Rating:  9.9
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    John L Calcagni

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    John L Calcagni

    4.819 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Federal Crime and more
    Charged with a crime? Not guilty? Call now!
    Rating:  10
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    Lauren J. Weitzen

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    Lauren J. Weitzen

    5.016 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Sex Crime and more
    Experienced Criminal Defense Atty; 2014-20 Super Lawyers Rising Star, AVVO Client's Choice Award Attorney
    Rating:  10
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    Thomas A. Kokonowski

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    Thomas A. Kokonowski

    4.948 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation
    More than 30 years of defending hundreds of people against all crimes. Call for a free consultation today
    Rating:  9.8
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    David J. Grimaldi

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    David J. Grimaldi

    5.022 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Education, White Collar Crime and more
    Outstanding Representation in Criminal Defense throughout Greater Boston and Massachusetts.
    Rating:  10
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    Michael P. Thaler

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    Michael P. Thaler

    5.0121 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, DUI & DWI and more
    I'm a Former Prosecutor With A Proven Reputation For Fighting To Get The Results You Need. Call Now!
    Rating:  10
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    Joseph F. Hennessey

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    Joseph F. Hennessey

    4.724 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, DUI & DWI and more
    Criminal defense attorney with over 35 years experience in the criminal justice system.
    Rating:  10
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    Brian D Roman

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    Brian D Roman

    5.0142 reviews
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    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and more
    Contact Attorney Roman for the zealous representation you deserve. Call (508) 241-7671
    Rating:  9.3
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    John Brooks Seed

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    John Brooks Seed

    5.0173 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Charged with a crime? Your liberty is at stake. You need the experience of John Seed today. Call now
    Rating:  10
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