When you need legal representation in the Boston area, especially in a criminal case, you want the best criminal defense attorney you can find and John E. DeVito is that attorney. He has represented clients in criminal law cases for more than 30 years and is recognized by his peers for exceptional ability and strict ethical standards with an AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review RatingSM by Martindale-Hubbell®, the highest rating an attorney can receive from his or her peers and the highest rating an attorney can receive from his his clients.
Representing defendants for various criminal chargesA former Norfolk County Assistant District Attorney, Mr. DeVito is familiar with the local practices, courts, and judges in every town east of Worcester. Now a criminal lawyer, Mr. DeVito represents defendants in the following criminal matters:
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41 years, 2,000 cases
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41 years, 500 cases
41 years, 250 cases
41 years, 200 cases
20 Eastbrook Road
Dedham, MA, 02026
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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MA | Retired | 1977 | 02/22/2022 |
Legal answers | 224 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2010 |
Pro Bono Award | Bar Association of Norfolk County | 2005 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | DeVito & Visconti, PA | 1979 - 2011 |
Assistant District Attorney | Norfolk District Attorney | 1977 - 1979 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Bar Association of Norfolk County | Past President | 1980 - Present |
Norfolk County Bar Association | Board of Directors & Staff Attorney | 1986 - 2005 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Aspatore Book publication | Defending DUI Vehicular Homicide Cases | 2009 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Suffolk University Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 1977 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Trafficking in Cocaine-Norfolk Superior Court | Not Guilty of Trafficking, Not Guilty of Distribution and Intent to Distribute; Guilty of Simple Possession |
Rape - Middlesex Superior Court | Not Guilty |
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Kevin Landry, Criminal defense Attorney on May 8, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. After reviewing dozens of Attorney DeVito's responses to complicated legal questions it is clear that he has the utmost knowledge of the criminal law and criminal defense. He is a great asset to the criminal defense bar and I wholeheartedly endorse him.
Anthony Visconti, Criminal defense Attorney on May 7, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
I have worked with John for years on cases where our areas of expertise intersect. He is the penultimate professional. I endorse him without reservation.
Kevin Landry, Criminal defense Attorney on May 8, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. After reviewing dozens of Attorney DeVito's responses to complicated legal questions it is clear that he has the utmost knowledge of the criminal law and criminal defense. He is a great asset to the criminal defense bar and I wholeheartedly endorse him.
Anthony Visconti, Criminal defense Attorney on May 7, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
I have worked with John for years on cases where our areas of expertise intersect. He is the penultimate professional. I endorse him without reservation.
Matthew Simon, Car accident Attorney on Apr 4, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
John consistently provides insightful and helpful advice. His knowledge and diligence are clearly evident. I endorse him without reservation
Bryce Fetter, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 24, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Jennifer Wang, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 1, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney Devito is a top-notch criminal defense lawyer. As a former prosecutor, he knows the criminal law inside and out. I endorse this lawyer without reservation.
Steven Ballard, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 21, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I very highly endorse this lawyer. John is one of the best criminal defense lawyers in Norfolk County. His expertise is evident and a benefit to all who read his answers here on avvo.
Richard Sweeney, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 6, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. John is knowledgeable, experienced and well respected by his peers. John is one of Norfolk County's premier lawyers.
Howard Lewis, Criminal defense Attorney on May 27, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Devito is an outstanding attorney whom I would highly recommend. I would hire John if I needed an attorney.
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