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Robert D Lewin

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Licensed for 54 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Andover, MA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime, Juvenile

18 Kathleen Drive, Suite 2, Andover, MA

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About Robert

Biography

Arrested or Charged With A Crime? Call Criminal Lawyer Robert Lewin, Former Asst. DA.

Former Asst. DA Robert Lewin has limited his practice to Criminal Defense for the last 40 Years.

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Criminal Defense 40%

Legal Defense for all crimes in all Massachusetts State Courts and Federal Courts in Massachusetts. Legal represenation in all criminal related areas such as: sex offender registration, license suspension/reinstatement hearings, all Registry of Motor Vehicle/Board of Appeal Hearings, Probation violation hearings, Juvenile Delinquency Cases, Warrant Cancellation Proceedings.

51 years | 5,000 cases

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DUI and DWI 20%

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Juvenile Law 20%

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Sex Crime 20%

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$0 first 120 minutes

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 54 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1971

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Location

Lewin & Lewin Attorneys at Law

(978) 258-4565

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18 Kathleen Drive, Suite 2, Andover, MA, 01810-1902

attyrobertlewin.com/
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Criminal Defense (90) Lawsuits & Disputes (21) Speeding & Traffic Ticket (12) DUI & DWI (9) Violent Crime (6) Car Accidents (5) Domestic Violence (5) Family (3) Litigation (3) Sex Crime (3) Drug Crime (2) Juvenile (2) Administrative Law (1) Appeals (1) Credit Card Fraud (1) Gun Law (1) Identity Theft (1) Immigration (1) Insurance Fraud (1)
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Case Results (113) Advocacy (77) Professionalism (63) Recommendation (60) Communication Style (49) Responsiveness (45) Practice Area Knowledge (39) General Knowledge (38) Character & Conduct (32) Compassion (19) Cost of Services (16) Trustworthiness (11) Free Consultations (5) Punctuality (4)

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Posted by anonymous | January 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best lawyer in the Courtroom

I owe Attorney Lewin a tremendous amount of gratitude. I was arrested and charged with domestic assault & battery, witness intimidation, and violating an abuse prevention order. I went online and found Attorney Lewin's website. With all the positive reviews, I gave him a call. He spent well o...ver an hour explaining the charges and the process. He sounded very professional and extremely knowledgeable about the law. I knew I found a lawyer that would fight for me. He kept me well informed throughout the whole process. I met with him several times to prepare for trial to know what to expect in the courtroom. He is very ethical, cares and wants to win! The first trial was the violation of abuse prevention order heard in Ayer District Court. It didn't take long to realize I had the best lawyer in the courtroom. He knows what he's doing. I was found "not guilty." The next day in Lowell District Court for the Domestic Assault & Battery and Witness Intimidation charges, Attorney Lewin was successful in getting all the Commonwealth's witnesses to refuse to testify against me and the charges were "dismissed." He was amazing. Thank you Attorney Lewin for giving me my life back.

Posted by anonymous | October 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

A Highly experienced, detail oriented, persuasive, self assured , respected attorney

We hired Attorney Lewin to represent my son on serious charges. They included: Leaving the scene of property damage; Failure to stop for a Police Officer; Negligent driving plus Speeding and Marked lane violations. Our position was that he was not the driver. The first time I spoke with Bob I knew ...we found our lawyer. He was extremely thourough, going over every little detail of the case, then explaining the law as how it pertained to my son's case. He told us what to expect , there were no surprises. We felt very protected and taken care of. Our case involved a two day jury trial, a nerve wracking experience. I was so impressed with the way Attorney Lewin handled himself in court, fighting for my son and not stopping to respectfully question the Judge or the DA whenever called for. He also has a very appealing , convincing, and assured manner when speaking to the jury. Despite the fact that the Prosecutor had a Police Officer as a witness who positively identified my son as the driver, Attorney Lewin convinced the that jury my son was NOT GUILTY of ALL charges. Words cannot describe how forever grateful I will be to Bob Lewin for giving my son's future back to him. I cannot recommend him enough.

Posted by anonymous | April 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

"Lewin the Litigating Legend"

You may think my review title is a bit of an exaggeration, however, if you decide to hire Attorney Lewin to represent you, you'll soon find out that he is nothing short of a legend when it comes to the law and making it work for you. Time and time again you hear people saying things like the Justice... system is terrible and we all heard of that one person who got a raw deal when it came to the final result of going to court. Let Mr. Lewin represent you and you will be quick to learn that there are no problems with our Justice system, there are however a lot of "so-called" lawyers out there that just barely passed the BAR exam, have little to no knowledge of the law, nor the ability to argue and/or negotiate a case like Attorney Lewin can. He is very smart and very well respected in his field. When we first met, I had no idea what to expect. I sat with him in his office and he started to ask me general questions about myself and then he had me tell him my story of events that pertained to my case. He listened silently and took notes as I spoke. When I was done giving him every detail he asked me specific questions and explained my story back to me. I could tell from that moment I was dealing with a professional who knew his stuff and was very thorough in his work and about making sure he understood my side of the story and how it went down. He explained the charges at great length, even went as far as printing out chapters and sections of the law that pertained to my case as well as explaining the possible outcomes and possible punishments that i could be facing. I will admit, this whole situation feasted on my nerves but after my consultation with Mr. Lewin, I felt better knowing that I was hiring a well educated, sharp and quick witted individual who could take on my case with a confident "Business As Usual" attitude. Mr. Lewin answered every question I had and even supplied me with his cell phone number if I had a question for him after business hours or on weekends. I dont know how he did it but he even got me to crack a smile when my life felt like it was going to pieces. The day of court arrived and I entered the courtroom with him and he assured me that the case would go well. Just to walk alongside such a well respected and educated professional within the legal community made me feel proud and honored. I knew I had made the right choice in choosing Lewin. Mr. Lewin is a class act all around. He made my life so much easier by advising, listening, knowing the actual laws, explaining everything, answering any and all questions, cracking a joke when appropriate, being available at any time I needed him, and devising a plan of action and strategy for my case. He is not just an exceptional attorney with an abundance of knowledge, he is an extraordinary human being that exudes class, finesse, intellect, tact and professionalism. The outcome of my case was a good one just as he assured me. I couldnt have asked for a better outcome and I know for certain it wouldnt have played out the way it did if it hadnt been for Mr. Lewin and his services. Do not hesitate to hire him for legal representation. This man knows his stuff and is always prepared to bring his clients to victory. He is simply the best of the best and I am honored to know him. It is unfortunate that I had to meet him under the circumstances in which I did but thats how life goes. The right people are put in your path at the precise moment you need them. If you are undecided on an attorney, I hope my recommendation will help with your decision. I am blessed to have met and worked with him and I believe I must pay it forward to you. I have been in your shoes, scared, confused, undecided and in disarray. Let me help you help yourself during this trying time, If you want win, pick Lewin. Good luck and warmest regards to all of you and a special thanks to Mr. Lewin.

Posted by anonymous | May 04, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent defense attorney!!

Mr. Lewin spoke with us immediately, eased our concerns greatly, told us everything that was going to happen and exactly how to proceed. He is EXACTLY the attorney you want in your corner when faced with any legal issue. His advocacy for the best possible outcome was unwaivering and unyielding. He... truly was our advocate.

Posted by anonymous | March 23, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Any kind of trouble - He has a solution for you.

I was charged with shoplifting charges in November 2014. I was an unintentional mistake but for those who do not know me, it was easy to be convinced that I was guilty - It was the most awkward situation in my life. I came to US to pursue higher education (F-1 Visa) and any criminal complaint on my ...file means that I might be immediately deported or loose my job there by loosing the Visa status. Resolving this issue was very important for me due to immigration issues. I read about Mr. Lewin online and went through his website where he listed out few more shoplifting cases that were carefully taken care off. I immediately contacted him and explained him the entire situation. Upon receiving the summons, I met Mr.Lewin and completed the formalities. He was very knowledgeable and explained me the clauses, gave me a copy of state law for shoplifting, discussed in detail about the process of what happens next with this case. I was pleased by the way he handled this case, he represented me in front of Court Magistrate and convinced her to have my case DISMISSED WITH OUT A CRIMINAL COMPLAINT being issued against me. I would definitely refer him.

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 07

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"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

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Socrates de La Cruz

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 15

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"I endorse Attorney Lewin. He is an experienced Lawyer that is respected by everyone in the business. I've had the privilege to watch him for over a decade now and he is one of the best."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Dec 09

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"Aggressive representation. I endorse this lawyer."

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John O'Brien

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 25

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"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Gina Famularo

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 22

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jennifer Wang

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 30

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"Attorney Lewin has done a superb job defending some of the most serious charges. I learned from some of our mutual clients that he is also a kind, compassionate individual who understands that facing criminal charges can be extraordinarily stressful. He is an experienced defense lawyer while still retain empathy for his clients. I would recommend Attorney Lewin without reservation."

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Terri Leary

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 19

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"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Lewin is genuinely interested in providing accurate and helpful information regarding legal issues. His advice is thoughtful and well-presented and I would not hesitate to contact him with my own legal issues."

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Philip Mason

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Robert Lewin is a practical, knowledgeable, and articulate advocate with substantial legal experience. He is outstanding in the area criminal defense where he represents his clients with commitment, and sound professional acumen. I endorse attorney Lewin with genuine enthusiasm."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

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

2018

Client Champion, Martindale-Hubbell®

2018

Client's Choice 2013-2018, Avvo

2016

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1974 - Present

Partner, Lewin & Lewin Attorneys at Law

1971 - 1974

Assistant District Attorney, Middlesex County District Attorney's Office

Associations

1996 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1996 - Present

Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1996 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section

Member

1973 - 1974

Massachusetts Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section

Co-chair

Education

1971

Boston University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1966

Amherst College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Activity

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Criminal traffic cases in Newton, MA.

03 Jan 2026
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Have two battery warrants from Florida from 1994. Left state violated probation. Am now disabled .

19 Dec 2025
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