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Attorney tansley is an owner and partner at Tansley | Halloran and is a highly experienced litigation attorney with a focus on all aspects of criminal defense. Attorney Tansley trained in the Boston University School of Law Criminal Defense Clinic before graduating law school and joining the Massachusetts public defender’s office. As a public defender, Attorney Tansley distinguished herself as a fierce advocate and skilled trial attorney.
Early in her career, Attorney Tansley led litigation challenging the use of standardized field sobriety tests in operating under the influence of drug cases. The resulting decision by the Supreme Judicial Court limited the scope of officer testimony and established new jury instructions. (Commonwealth v. Gerhardt (477 Mass. 775, 2017)
Throughout her career Attorney Tansley has represented clients from the initial stages of police investigation through trials in the District and Superior Courts. She has extensive experience handling rape, sexual assault and sexually dangerous persons matters as well as representation before the Sex Offender Registry Board.
Attorney Tansley has been certified to accept murder cases.
Attorney Tansley recognizes that every case has the potential to have a lifelong impact on her clients and structures her representation to consider all of the implications on a client including immigration, employment, and criminal history.
Attorney Tansley’s litigation skills and experience are also assets to clients in the probate and family court as well as personal injury claims.
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11 Pleasant Street, Suite 110, Worcester, MA, 01609
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Posted by anonymous | March 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Everything you want in a criminal defense attorney
Attorney Tansley is who you want defending you in court. I had almost no chance at a good outcome. I was facing multiple firearm related felonies. At the beginning she explained how the court process works, what motions are available for us to file, and she made some predictions about how the com...
Posted by Tracey | September 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Highly Recommended Attorney - Super Effective!!
I highly recommend Attorney Tansley. From day one, she demonstrated compassion, caring, professionalism, and deep knowledge of the law and the court system. She represented my sister and assisted me with an unfounded, medical-related charge. This was a highly stressful time for my sister, who is p...
Posted by Kathy | January 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Outstanding criminal lawyer
I was fortunate to find Attorney Tansley a few years ago when my 18-year old son was in serious legal trouble. I liked her right from the start when I saw her compassion and professional at our first meeting. She’s nonjudgmental and a good listener who truly cases. I’ve never felt rushed or unimpor...
Posted by John | October 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Very Professional
Having been pulled over for an 'unfortunate' OUI I found myself in a predicament where I needed to consult with, and eventually hire, an attorney to represent me. After reviewing options through the internet, I came across information about Maura Tansley and am I ever glad I did. She was everything I...
Posted by Maximilian | February 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
My attorneys Superb job
My lawyer, Maura Tansley did an absolutely superb job representing me.in my case which was a criminal case.I’m not gonna get into specifics,but she took the time to gather information in my defense,that even the magistrate that was reading the evidence said it was beautifully done.he wishes more a...
"Attorney Tansley is a dedicated and knowledgeable attorney. She clearly and effectively advocates for her clients. She is also an extremely competent and compassionate mentor. I would highly recommend her for any criminal matter."
"Maura Tansley is a highly skilled and dedicated attorney whose confidence and talent makes her a tremendous asset and advocate for her clients. There is no doubt that obtaining the best result possible for her clients is her top priority. I highly endorse Maura."
"Attorney Tansley is one of the most talented and dedicated lawyers I know. She is an extremely effective advocate for her clients."
"Attorney Tansley continuously demonstrates passionate representation of her clients. As a former prosecutor, I have had the opportunity to work with Attorney Tansley on many occasions. She maintains the highest degree of professionalism while zealously protecting the rights of her clients and obtaining the best results. Her superior experience and skill would benefit any client."
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2021 - Present
Partner, Tansley | Halloran
2017 - Present
Attorney, Murphy & Rudolf
2012 - 2017
Attorney, Committee For Public Counsel Services
2018 - Present
Westover School Board of TrusteesSecretary
2017 - Present
Worcester County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2009 - 2018
Westover School Alumnae AssociationPresident
The Supreme Judicial Court ruled that police officers may not testify that the results of the standardized field sobriety tests indicate impairment.
2012
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2018