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Erkan & Associates, LLC handles all State and Federal criminal cases. We will represent you in Massachusetts District Courts, Superior Courts, Appellate Courts, and Federal Courts. The professionals at Erkan & Associates, LLC have earned a distinguished reputation in Massachusetts courts through our zealous advocacy, ethical practice, and successful representation.
From misdemeanors in Massachusetts District Courts to complex Federal felony litigation, the right attorneys can make all the difference. Murat Erkan and his team are ready to help you face the criminal justice system, and will fight zealously, aggressively, and relentlessly to obtain the best result in your case.
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Posted by ERNST | December 2, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I’ve been thinking for two days on what I would say….I can’t figure it out. There are no words that can express how grateful I am to Erkan and Associates, LLC . Murat and his team stepped up to take my case when they heard about my situation. From day one, Murat was honest with me. He didn’t s...
Posted by anonymous | November 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I was in some legal trouble that would have destroyed any prospect of a job that required a background check. I asked a person familiar with the courts who the best attorney was and she immediately said Mr. Erkan. I hired him that day and he did not disappoint. I was guilty, but he was able to get th...
Posted by Rod | April 5, 2021 | Hired Attorney
As a documentarian, (and activist or provocateur-- depending on who you ask), I find myself regularly harassed and targeted by law enforcement for what should be constitutionally-protected first amendment activities. Murat and Erkan Law have been there for me on numerous occasions. 1. Erkan Law re...
Posted by anonymous | February 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Dear Murat, Eric, and Shah, There are times in life when words simply fail to adequately capture the intensity of thought and feeling connected to an event. My experience working with your firm has left me with only words to express my profound gratitude for all of your expertise, understanding, an...
Posted by Jennifer | December 7, 2020 | Hired Attorney
We hired Murat Erkan to represent our son in a legal matter. We were very anxious about the process but Murat quickly eased our fears. He said he would fight for us like we were his own family. He definitely delivered on this promise. He and his team worked diligently to help our son win his case. Hi...
"Murat is an exceptional attorney. I have worked with Murat on numerous cases through the years. He is an organized, prepared and extremely knowledgeable. The bottom line is that I have personally witnessed him, convince judges and prosecutors to agree with him on issues that I did not think were possible. He is truly one of the most generous, caring and tenacious attorneys I have ever seen. I cannot recommend him highly enough."
"I have had the pleasure of working side-by-side with Murat. He is an outstanding defense attorney: a tireless advocate, always prepared on both the facts and the law, uncompromising, and he fights relentlessly for the client, both in and out of court. Murat gives each client's case the individual attention that it deserves and never uses a "boiler plate" approach. Murat's trial skills, case preparation, and knowledge of the law are second-to-none. Murat sets the bar for other lawyers. As a former Assistant District Attorney, Murat is able to use his past experience to exploit weakness in the government's case. I strongly recommend Murat."
"Murat is fully dedicated to his practice, his clients, and the quality of his work. He manages to be fierce and relentless, both in and out of court, while also bringing a great deal of warmth and humor to his practice. He is an incredibly creative litigator, thinking outside the box when conventional approaches falter, and I have never seen such a relentless advocate. He works well beyond normal hours until he has prepared to his self-imposed high standards, and the preparation pays off in the results he achieves for his clients. Above all else, Murat's client relationships are a step above the rest. Murat brings clients into his practice as if they are part of the family, meeting their loved ones and building strong relationships. While he approaches each relationship with great empathy and compassion, he also maintains authentic and honest connections, making sure that he communicates the reality of the situation to his clients. I can easily say that I endorse Murat wholeheartedly."
"After 26 years of practice I was appointed to a government position which required me to refer my clients to successor counsel. That lawyer was Murat Erkan. For the past 8 years he has represented those clients exceptionally well. Everyone sang his praises."
"I have known Murat from his earliest days as a trial lawyer. We worked side-by-side as prosecutors in the Lawrence District Court. He quickly rose to the position of supervisor, then joined the Superior Court trial team where he handled all manner of major felony cases. When Murat entered private practice in 2006, he quickly became an unrivaled advocate for the accused and uncompromising defender of civil liberties. He has assembled a high-profile defense team committed to delivering consistently impressive outcomes for his clients. He is brilliant and innovative. He wins cases that seem impossible to win. Most importantly, Murat cares about his clients, and they know it. Without question, I would recommend Murat to anyone needing a criminal attorney in Massachusetts."
"I endorse this Murat Erkan enthusiastically. Murat is a tireless and passionate advocate for the rights of his clients. He is dogged and compassionate and works hard to achieve justice for each client. You are in good hands with Murat as your criminal defense attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is experienced, thorough, hardworking, smart, and creative. Everyone in his office is dedicated to the firm’s clients, diligent, and approachable."
"I worked for Murat for several years, and I can say without reservation that I have never worked for or with a better person or lawyer. Murat's preparation is incomparable, while others are leaving the office early, Murat burns the midnight oil until he has explored every possible avenue of defense for his clients. While other attorneys have fairly rote and predictable opening statements/closing arguments that they continually rely upon for one size fits all, Murat crafts every opening statement and closing argument to match the facts of the case and the personal characteristics of the client. In terms of direct and cross examination, Murat prepares and maps out every single question (with room for improvisation in the flow of the conversation) far ahead of time so that nothing catches him by surprise... except for when witnesses concoct pure fiction, but that's when you've awakened the lion. Murat spares no one who commits perjury. Murat is a warrior and the best lawyer I know."
"I first met Murat several years ago, when he was working in the district attorney's office. We had a case against each other. I was impressed with both his professionalism and skill. Since then, I have watched his practice and his reputation grow as a criminal defense attorney. He cares about his cases and his clients. He does a very nice job and gets great results. I endorse him!"
"If you need the best representation for any criminal matter you need Attorney Murat Erkan, Esq. A Top notch lawyer who knows how to fight and more importantly Win for his clients. Put him and his elite team to work for you. I endorse him."
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
"Murat knows his stuff - he is always called on by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly to comment on recent SJC decisions. Very well respected. I endorse this lawyer."
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Top 10 Best Criminal Defense Law Firm, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2020
AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell®
2006 - Present
Principal, Erkan & Associates, LLC
1998 - 2006
Assistant District Attorney, Essex County District Attorney's Office
2020 - Present
Attorney and Practice MagazineCertified
2019 - Present
US Court of Appeals, First CircuitMember
2019 - Present
Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2010 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
US District Court, District of MassachusettsMember
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Client released from prison
Client exonerated
Sex assault charges dismissed, plea to simple assault and battery with probation
Case dismissed
Conviction vacated; case dismissed
Case dismissed
No charges issued
Case dismissed
Sex offender registration obligation terminated
Case dismissed
Case dismissed
Mandatory 10 year sentence reduced to 2 years
Evidence thrown out of court
Conviction vacated, case dismissed
Evidence thrown out of court
Evidence thrown out, case dismissed
Case dismissed
Case dismissed
Case dismissed
Sentence reduced to 1/4 minimum allowed by law
Case dismissed
Conviction set aside; case dismissed
Case dismissed; client is no longer deportable as a result of this conviction
Conviction vacated; case dismissed; client no longer faces immigration consequences as a result of his conviction.
No charges issued
Case dismissed
DUI charge dismissed, client receives probation on lesser charge
Case dismissed
Case dismissed
Case dismissed
Case dismissed
No charges issued
Client sentence reduced below applicable mandatory
Case dismissed
Client found not guilty
Client no longer faces deportation as a result of conviction; case re-opened and dismissed.
Client acquitted
Case dismissed
Case dismissed
Client acquitted
Charges withdrawn
Case dismissed
Case dismissed
Client receives substantially reduced sentence
Case dismissed
Client acquitted
Case dismissed
Case dismissed
Case dismissed
Case dismissed after continuance without a finding
All but one count dismissed; client sentenced to time-served on remaining count of restraining order violation
Case dismissed
Case dismissed
Client serves no jail time
Case dismissed
Charges reduced, client sentenced to 1/15 of minimum mandatory sentence
Case dismissed
Case dismissed after general continuance
Case dismissed
Case dismissed
Charges dismissed prior to arraignment
Restraining order terminated
Client acquitted of DWI/OUI/DUI
Guilty filed with no sentence
Client exonerated
Conviction set aside; client avoids deportation and is now a citizen
Case dismissed after general continuance
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Probation violation terminated
Case dismissed
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Guilty filed with no sentence
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Evidence thrown out, case dismissed
Dismissed following continuance without a finding
Client found not guilty
Case dismissed
Conviction overturned; case dismissed
Case dismissed
Conviction thrown out; case dismissed
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Reduced sentence following plea
Evidence thrown out, case dismissed
Case dismissed
Case dismissed
Case dismissed
No charges issued
Plea set aside; case dismissed
Case dismissed
Plea overturned; guilty filed with no sentence
Case dismissed
Guilty filed with no sentence
Conviction overturned; case dismissed; client is now a U.S. Citizen
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