Francis M Doran Jr

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Francis M Doran Jr

also known as Frank

4.9
Rating: 6.9

Licensed for 40 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Natick, MA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence ... +2 more

20 Main Street, Natick, MA

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About Francis

Biography

Have you been accused of a crime? Aggressive criminal defense with a history of proven results. Call 24/7. Free consultation!

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

All areas of criminal law including OUI / DWI, assault and battery, sexual misconduct allegations, rape, restraining order violations, internet crimes, and narcotics laws violations.

41 years | 2,000 cases

50%
DUI and DWI 20%

All OUI related matters including the challenge of motor vehicle road blocks, breath tests, blood tests, field sobriety tests and traffic stops.

41 years | 1,500 cases

20%
Domestic Violence 10%

10%
Sex Crime 10%

10%
Violent Crime 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 40 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1985

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2025

Location

Francis M. Doran, Jr.

20 Main Street, Natick, MA, 01760-4525

frankdoran.com/

Francis M Doran Jr's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

109 Client Reviews

Showing 26 - 30 of 32 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by anonymous | July 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

25 yr old cases

I had just recently moved to Florida to try to get my license and I found out that I couldn't get my Florida license because I had three warrants out for my arrest in Massachusetts from 25 years ago. I called Frank's office and he was nothing less than professional willing to work with me and made ...things very easy for me. He return my phone calls when I had questions and he made it easy for me to understand the process in which I had to go through . I flew back-and-forth three times to Massachusetts from Florida and every time Frank reassured me everything was OK and it was he made it very easy to work with him. Eight months later and three trips later I was able to get my license because of Frank's hard work .

Posted by Scott | November 05, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Attorney Frank Doran delivers excellent results with legal confidence.

Attorney Doran has represented me for almost one year. Unfortunately, my case has been very complicated. Attorney Doran came highly recommended to me and I am pleased to provide an excellent review for him. He delivers results in difficult situations. It became quickly evident that I made an ou...tstanding choice in selecting Attorney Doran. Even though my case was complicated, Attorney Doran was ready for anything. He provided me with legal confidence when we entered the courtroom. He was well prepared and ready to skillfully address issues that came up during the court proceeding. He has represented me in the Natick/Framingham District Court, the Westborough District Court, Worcester District Court as well as the Worcester RMV Appeal Board. It was obvious he had solid relationships with the District Attorneys, the Judges, other Attorneys, the Appeal Board and other various staff of the court. It was because of Attorney Doran's relationships that he knew what was going to happen prior to going to court and he would develop strategies that would advance my standing in the case. It seemed as though he was always several steps ahead of the prosecution. Attorney Doran is extremely easy to work with. It was apparent that when we met in our planning sessions that he took a very personal interest in my case. He is responsive to phone calls, texts, emails and has outstanding follow-up. I would recommend retaining Attorney Doran to anyone including my family. He went above and beyond to provide me with the best alternatives. I will continue to utilize his services. Nothing feels better than going into Court with the BEST attorney representing you. If you are going to Court, you must have Attorney Frank Doran at your side.

Posted by Kevin | March 27, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Frank is the best!!!!

I cannot praise Frank Doran enough. I was falsely accused of a very serious crime, and Frank was recommended to me by another attorney. He met with me and my wife, and we were both immediately impressed with his knowledge and his demeanor. Frank provided me with not only excellent legal advice, but ...also a calm guiding hand through the criminal process. My case dragged on for a very long time, but Frank was by my side the whole way. He went out of his way to explain the whole process, and was always available night and day to answer questions and to calm our fears. Thankfully, the charges against me were dropped and I was able to resume my normal life. I attribute the outcome to Frank's excellent legal strategy and advice (my innocence helped). I would recommend to anyone looking for a great defense attorney to call Frank Doran first and get him on your side!

Posted by anonymous | December 07, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Life saviour!

I had an unfortunate brush with Law of late when I got involved in a shoplifting case. I am otherwise a law abiding, hard working person, but caught in stress and turmoil of various life events acted in certain way I would have never done in my consciousness. Having to face a judge for the first ti...me in my life and to top that being an (legal) immigrant, I had so much at stake apart from my relationship with my spouse. Panicky, I contacted Frank to represent my case after I spoke to a few lawyers. Right from the start Frank was very comforting. He sympathized with my situation and reassured that "nothing will happen". It was hard to believe at the beginning as I had so much to lose for this one stupid episode of my life but Frank kept on reinterring, "I should be fine." THAT ( the reassurance from my lawyer) helped me and even gave me the courage to think positive and my case was dismissed with no harm done to my record or immigration. And as promised he even worked on getting out the summon within a couple of days of the incident and that mostly helped a lot as I was able put this incident soon behind me and carry on with my life. Thanks Frank!

Posted by anonymous | March 19, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Fantastic Defense

Frank Doran is an extremely qualified and capable attorney. I had not had any experiences with lawyers prior to having Frank represent me, but his representation left me with no complaints. He is incredibly responsive, answering his phone at all hours and even when on vacation. He will seek out every... available legal avenue to win a case, and does not back down so long as there is a reasonable expectation of winning. He represented me for an OUI where the state had substantial evidence that I had committed the crime. Many lawyers would have recommended a plea bargain at this point, but Frank insisted that there were aways around the breath test. Using previous legal precedents and basic logic he was able to secure a not guilty verdict from the judge. Had I had other representation, my fate would not be the same. I highly recommend Frank Doran for his transparency, responsiveness and legal knowledge. One of the best criminal defense attorneys in the Framingham area.

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Francis M Doran Jr's Lawyer Endorsements

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Justin Wing

Criminal defense lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Hughes

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred clients to Frank. He at all times exercises the highest competence and provides sound recommendations. I absolutely endorse Frank Doran."

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Ryan Donahue

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Well respected, professional and obtains good results for his clients"

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Colin Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Solid experience, very good results, family tradition of excellence in criminal defense. "You could go farther and pay more but not do as well.""

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Walter Reynoso

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Friend

"I highly recommend and endorse my friend of 30 years, Frank Doran. A former prosecutor, he has a great reputation for his hard work, trial skills, and favorable results. He is honest and is without a doubt my first phone call for any criminal matter in Massachusetts."

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Peter Regan

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"As a former prosecutor, Frank is an excellent criminal defense attorney. I have referred a number of my clients to Frank for Massachusetts criminal matters, including DUI/DWI. I have always received rave reviews from them about his work and results."

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Richard Vetstein

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am a real estate attorney in Metrowest and Frank Doran is my "go-to" guy for all criminal referral matters. Frank has saved some of my clients from serious legal consequences. I have also had the pleasure of watching Frank perform in the courtroom, and he is one of the best trial lawyers in the area, hand's down. The judges, clerks and ADA's all know him and his sterling reputation for honesty and skill, and that most definitely contributes to the successes he obtains for his clients. If you are in legal trouble in the Metrowest area, call Frank now."

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Mark Bennett

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Professional, experienced, cool under fire, gets results - I have known Frank for more than 25 years. He is the "go to" attorney in Metro West for criminal defense."

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Justin Wing

Criminal defense lawyer

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Paul Hughes

Litigation lawyer

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Ryan Donahue

Criminal defense lawyer

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Colin Smith

Litigation lawyer

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Richard Vetstein

Real estate lawyer

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John Connelly

Construction and development lawyer

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Peter Regan

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Walter Reynoso

Unknown lawyer

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Mark Bennett

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  6.9 (Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025.

Suspension Stayed issued in MA, 2025

updated on 06/30/2025

Suspension stayed means the attorney has been suspended, but that the suspension is placed on hold (and ultimately removed) if the attorney complies with certain requirements.

Honors

2020

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

2018

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

2016

Client rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Client's Choice, Avvo

2015

Client's Choice, Avvo

2014

Client's Choice, Avvo

1983

Public Commendation, Nantucket Police Department

Work Experience

2008 - Present

General Counsel, Boston Amateur Basketball Club

1986 - 1989

Assistant District Attorney, Middlesex County District Attorney's Office

1983 - 1983

Police Officer, Nantucket Police Department

Associations

2006 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, DUI Committee

Committee member

1990 - Present

South Middlesex County Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Commonwealth v Luperon

Case dismissed

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Education

1985

Boston College Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

Boston College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Nightline with Dan Rea

Criminal Law

2008

Professional journal

Criminal law

Publications

2015

Lawyers Weekly Bus Search Illegal

Languages

French

English

Activity

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