Darren T. Griffis

Darren T. Griffis

4.7
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 16 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Worcester, MA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Education ... +3 more

446 Main Street, Suite 1503, Worcester, MA

About Darren

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

I protect the rights of anyone facing criminal charges in both state and federal courts throughout Massachusetts.

17 years

50%
DUI and DWI 15%

I zealously represent clients accused of driving while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.

15%
Education 15%

I represent college students who are facing disciplinary proceedings for alleged violations of university codes of conduct, including claims relating to allegations of sexual misconduct.

15%
Violent Crime 10%

I have successfuly defended numerous clients facing serious charges for alleged possession of firearms, robbery, assault and battery with a dangerous weapon and other felony offenses. I put my years of experience to protect you.

10%
Expungement 5%

Call me if you are looking to seal or expunge your criminal record so that your past does not limit your success in the future.

5%
Federal Crime 5%

Facing federal criminal charges can be a daunting prospect given the potential penalties. I put my experience to work defending against alleged violations of federal drug, gun, and other laws.

5%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Rhode Island for 10 years

State: Rhode Island

Acquired: 2015

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 16 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Criminal Defense Attorney Darren Griffis

446 Main Street, Suite 1503, Worcester, MA, 01608

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Darren T. Griffis's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

Posted by Jack | October 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Lawyer

Darren excellent Job in the Trial you went above and beyond thank you for all you great work.

Posted by Jamie | February 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Piss poor public pretender

This lawyer is currently my court appointed attorney. The first few times we met, without him looking into the evidence, he recommended a guily/insanity plea. After my own legal research, I discovered false evidence in my case. After presenting him prosecutorial misconduct, he has refused to promp...tly address the court of prosecutorial misconduct. I am currently incarcerated and he has ignored all communications and noshowed two times. I am now forced to have to pay for a lawyer who will actually fight for me. He's creating a HUGE conflict of interest. I feel like because he is court appointed and I did not pay for him, his representation is poor. As soon as I can, I'm reporting him to the BBO.

Posted by Theodore | April 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Personal Attorney

I hired Mr. Griffis to assist me with a university discipline case involving a freedom of expression concern. Mr. Griffis was quite knowledgeable about the pertinent laws and legal precedents, and he was able to help me navigate the complex administrative rules. Ultimately, his counsel resulted in an... outcome that was generally favorable. Mr. Griffis was also accommodating with regards to legal fees. I would certainly recommend Mr. Griffis to another student facing an academic discipline issue.

Posted by Dan | June 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great attorney

I've hired the best attorney's money can buy. Darren griffis is up there with the best. Ges methodical, articulate just very intelligent. You can't go wrong hiring him. Trust nobody knows lawyers like me

Posted by anonymous | April 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Darren is a true professional

Darren was a pleasure to work with from the very start. I had found myself in trouble for a first time shoplifting offense and when I reached out to Darren he was extremely professional at guiding me through out the whole process. He was always available if I had any questions or concerns regarding... my case. In the end he was able to get all charges dropped without it ever showing on my record. I would highly recommend him to anyone I knew who was in legal trouble. Very courteous and professional.

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Darren T. Griffis's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alex Mooradian

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"Attorney Giffis has great experience in the areas of criminal defense and employment law. He approaches all clients in a professional and respectful way. I often request his assistance and rely on his expertise when working with my own clients, and I do not hesitate when referring clients to him. I know that many of his clients have benefited greatly from his zealous advocacy."

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2018

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Attorney, Glickman, Sugarman, Kneeland & Gribouski

2015 - 2017

Assistant Public Defender, Rhode Island Office of the Public Defender

2010 - 2015

Senior Associate, WilmerHale LLP

2009 - 2010

Law Clerk, The Honorable Michael A. Ponsor

Associations

2017 - Present

Worcester County Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Rhode Island Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2013 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2013 - Present

Masssachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2010 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association

Member

Education

2009

Boston University

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

University of Massachusetts, Amherst

MA - Masters

2000

Roanoke College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

First Monday Educational Series Criminal Practice Following the 2018 Reform Act

2018

MACDL Advanced Post-Conviction Litigation Seminar

Coming Attractions: A Preview of What's to Come from the SJC

2017

First Monday Educational Series Recent Developments in Federal Criminal Law

Languages

English

Activity

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