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Anthony M Salerno
also known as Tony
About Anthony
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A Different Kind of Criminal Defense Lawyer
People charged with criminal offenses in central Massachusetts have many criminal defense lawyers available to them. However, there is only one in the area with 10 years of experience as a state trooper and 25 years of experience as a criminal defense lawyer. Attorney Salerno served in many different branches of the Massachusetts State Police, including... the detective branch, the uniform branch and highway patrol. This gave him extensive experience with investigations and courtroom testimony — real experience he uses today to defend clients throughout Worcester County. He knows better than any other attorney how the "other side" operates.
Available live 24/7 — Store Our Number in Your Cell Phone Now Under Lawyer: Salerno,
People charged with criminal offenses in central Massachusetts have many criminal defense lawyers available to them. However, there is only one in the area with 10 years of experience as a state trooper and 25 years of experience as a criminal defense lawyer. Attorney Salerno served in many different branches of the Massachusetts State Police, including... the detective branch, the uniform branch and highway patrol. This gave him extensive experience with investigations and courtroom testimony — real experience he uses today to defend clients throughout Worcester County. He knows better than any other attorney how the "other side" operates.
Available live 24/7 — Store Our Number in Your Cell Phone Now Under Lawyer: Salerno,
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
40 years | 1,000 cases
DUI and DWI
50%
40 years | 1,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Massachusetts for 39 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1986
No misconduct found
Location
Attorney at Law
306 Main Street, Worcester, MA, 01608
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Anthony M Salerno's Reviews
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Case Results (72)
Advocacy (58)
Recommendation (37)
Professionalism (28)
Practice Area Knowledge (23)
Responsiveness (20)
General Knowledge (15)
Character & Conduct (13)
Trustworthiness (13)
Communication Style (10)
Cost of Services (9)
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Posted by Ken | November 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
The best in the business!
Attorney Salerno and his team did a tremendous job helping us with our case. His office answered every phone call and email immediately and put us at ease with a very stressful situation. Attorney Salerno’s experience and knowledge of the judicial process was outstanding. There was no doubt, through ...
Anthony Salerno
Replied last November 25, 2019Ken, It was a pleasure to provide our services. I am very happy for your family and that we had such a successful outcome. Thank you for your kind words and taking your personal time to write such an appreciated review.
Posted by Lynn | August 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Case Dismissed
I would like to express my heartfelt appreciation to Attorney Salerno and his office staff for the dedication, commitment, and extensive knowledge he provided to us during our court case. He exhibited concern, guidance, and avenues to explore. He was direct and not judgmental. He was easy to talk wit...
Posted by Cody | July 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Not guilty DUI
Tony has been an excellent lawyer who has provided top notch service all across the board. I was charged with a DUI, but Tony knew exactly what to say and do to prove my innocence. His experience working in law enforcement makes him a prime candidate as a criminal justice lawyer, and I know who to ...
Posted by anonymous | April 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
A God Send
I cannot be more grateful for how Tony helped me throughout the process of my case. I was arrested for OUI and thought my life was over. Because I had no prior convictions, I had a strong urge to plead no contest and go for the CWOF. Tony repeatedly urged that I go to trial because of his experience ...
Posted by John | September 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best decision you will ever make!
My driver’s license expired and, due to a beaurocratic nightmare at the RMV, I wasn’t allowed to renew. (The RMV thought I had an outstanding/unpaid $4 MBTA parking ticket and wouldn’t allow me to renew until it was cleared, but the ticket had been paid months prior and wasn’t properly cleared from ...
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"I have known Attorney Salerno for many years and he is among the best trial attorneys that I have had the pleasure of working with. He is a tireless advocate whose unique experience, as a former state trooper, gives him an advantage that consistently achieves fantastic results for his clients. I highly recommend Attorney Salerno."
"Attorney Salerno is a strong courtroom advocate. As someone committed to winning, he always delivers for his clients."
"I endorse Attorney Salerno. He is a great advocate for his clients and has a stellar reputation among his colleagues."
"As a former prosecutor and current criminal defense lawyer I've had an opportunity to try cases both against and with Attorney Salerno. I've always found him to be a smart, aggressive and effective lawyer who fights for his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Top Worcester Criminal Defense Firm, Federal Charges
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Best DWI Attorney, Best DWI Attorneys
2014
Voted Top OUI Attorney, http://turtleboysports.com/2014/02/05/who-are-worcesters-top-5-dui-oui-attorneys/
2013
Client's Choice Award, AVVO
2012
Honorary Legal Advisor, Worcester Sharks Professional AHL Hockey Team
2002
National College of Advocacy, Association of Trial Lawyers of America
2000
Honorary Criminal Law Instructor, Massachusetts State Police Academy
Work Experience
1986 - Present
Managing Partner, Salerno Law Group
1987 - 1996
Managing Partner, Scannell & Salerno
1977 - 1986
State Trooper & Detective, Massachusetts State Police
Associations
2015 - Present
National College for DUI DefenseMember
2014 - Present
Masschusetts Commission On Judicial ConductBoard Member
1988 - Present
Massachusetts Academy of Trial AttorneysMember
1987 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysMember
1986 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
1986 - Present
Worcester County Bar AssociationMember
2000 - 2001
Worcester County Bar AssociationCo-chair
Sample of Legal Cases
Comm v SP 16CR000443
N ot Guilty
Com v Politio
Not Guilty
Commonwealth v. MV 14CR001357
NOT GUILTY
Commonwealth v MO 14CR00724
Not Guilty
Commonwealth v CK 13CR4740
All Charges Dismissed
Commonwealth v. KS 13CR000787
All Charges Dismissed
Commonwealth v. DS 13CR1374
NOT GUILTY
Commonwealth v. PG 13CR7206
NOT GUILTY
Commonwealth v. NW 14CR2126
NOT GUILTY
Commonwealth v. RC 13CR1601
CHARGES DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. DV 13CR648
CASE DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. EG 13CR00584
NOT GUILTY
Commonwealth v. MB 13CR008154
CASE DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. CC 13CR001152
NOT GUILTY
Commonwealth v. AB 13CR00223
NOT GUILTY
Commonwealth v. KO 12CR008703
NOT GUILTY
Commonwealth v. BC 13CR722
NOT GUILTY
Commonwealth v. MO 13AC000412
ALL CHARGES DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. GPH 13CR6190
ALL CHARGES DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. JE 12CR01293
NOT GUILTY
Commonwealth v. MR 13CR1180
NOT GUILTY
Commonwealth v. ML 12CR10229
NOT GUILTY
Commonwealth v. KL 12CR7697
NOT GUILTY
Commonwealth v. LS 13CR0934
CASE DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. JN 12CR002464
NOT GUILTY
Restraining Order 13RO136
NO RESTRAINING ORDER ISSUED AGAINST OUR CLIENT
Commonwealth v. CM 13CR480
CASE DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. JZ 12CR1581
Case Dismissed
Commonwealth v. TM 13CA0078
ALL CHARGES DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. WJ 13CR0272
NOT GUILTY
Commonwealth v. DW 13SC0169
NO CRIMINAL CHARGES ISSUED
Commonwealth v RF 86WORC113840
CHARGES DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. JBA 13CR0224
ALL CRIMINAL CHARGES DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. CP 12CR0736
Directed Verdict of Not Guilty
Commonwealth v. CP 12CR0737
NOT GUILTY
Commonwealth v RB 12CR0166
CASE DISMISSED
Commonwealth v TC 12CR6140
CASE DISMISSED
Commonwealth v PH 12CR002288
ALL NEW CHARGES DISMISSED
Commonwealth v WM 12CR6140
CASE DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. KM 12CR7895
NOT GUILTY
Commonwealth v. JL 13CR0001
ALL CHARGES DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. JR 12CR0219
NOT GUILTY
Commonwealth v. MG 11CR1399
NOT GUILTY
Commonwealth v. NH 12CR3242
NOT GUILTY
Commonwealth v. SB 13CR-1233
ALL CHARGES AGAINST OUR CLIENT WERE DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. RB 12CR461
ALL CHARGES DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. Client KL 09-CR8584
CASE CONTINUED AND DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. Client MD 12-CR1527
ALL CHARGES DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. Client FM 12-CR3535
NOT GUILTY
Commonwealth v. Client BS 12-CR1455
ALL CHARGES DISMISSED
Commonwealth v Client JM 12-CR2012
NOT GUILTY
Commonwealth v. Client DW 12-CR885
NOT GUILTY
Commonwealth v Client JO 12-CR6063
All Charges Dismissed
Commonwealth v. Client CT 11-CR5321
Jury Found Client Not Guilty on all Charges
Commonwealth v. Client PF 13-CR1420
Jury Found the Client Not Guilty on All Charges
Commonwealth v. Client EF 11-CR706
Judge Found Client Not Guilty of all Charges
Commonwealth v. Client HV 12-CR2397
Client aquitted of all charges
Commonwealth v. Client DL 11-CR1237
ALL CHARGES DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. Client LB 12-CR0680
ALL CHARGES DISMISSED
Commonwealth v. Client AL 11-CR1701
All Charges Dismissed
Education
1986
New England School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
Anna Maria College
MA - Masters
1980
Worcester State University
MS - Master of Science
1975
Bridgewater State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2017
American Criminal Justice System
Guest Lecturer
2014
Commission on Judicial Conduct
Appointed Member of Massachusetts Commission on Judicial Conduct
2013
Intro To American Criminal Justice System
Modern Criminal Law Trial Practices
2012
2012-2013 Training Camp Orientation
The Law and Professional Athletes
2011
Introduction to Criminal Justice
Criminal Justice Overview
2006
WPI Winter Orientation
Athletes and the Law
2005
Amherst College Student Orientation
Athletes and the Law
2004
Amherst College Student Orientation
Athletes and the Law
Publications
2017
Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly
1st Circut Upholds Traffic Stop For Minnor Lane Violation
2016
Worcester Telegram
Boating OUI
2016
Apple Store
The Worcester BAC App
2016
Apple Store
Attorney Anthony Salerno Virtual Business Card
2016
2013
Americas DUI DWI Attorneys
Defending High Breath Test Readings
2013
The LAWQA Network
Changing Attorneys in Mid-Stream
2013
LawQA
Use of Medical Marijuana
2013
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
The Science of Story Telling - Effective Opening Statements
2012
DUI/DWI Attorney
EmergInfo App for iPhone
2010
Legal Guide Vol. 4.1
Text Messaging Band, New Massachusetts Law
Languages
English
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Q&A
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03 Jun 2018
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17 May 2015
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29 Mar 2015