$ 200-375 per hour
Jessica Ann Foley
About Jessica
Biography
I focus on helping people through some unexpected life challenges. I have been a litigator and advocate my entire law career and believe that everyone is entittled to due process whether it be in the court room or in their education.
A large portion of my practice has always been juvenile defense - which encompasses many collateral issues relating to school discipline and educational advocacy. I work with clients in all arenas with learning disabilities, substance abuse issues, mental health issues and high stress and high conflict lives.
I enjoy guiding client's through the process and keeping them informed of the proceedings, especially in criminal cases where my clients are sometimes facing substantial prison time. These clients also often have families and kids that they are worried about and I help them plan for the uncertainty of a criminal conviction.
I love working with people and helping them navigate and address issues they or their children are having so that everyone can get back to their full potential.
Attorney Foley graduated from Northeastern University School of Law (J.D. 2001) and Smith College (B.A. Biochemistry 1997). She is admitted to practice in Massachusetts and the United States District Court. She is a member of the Norfolk County Bar Association, the Quincy Bar Association, Women’s Bar Association, MAGAL, AFCC, and Wright's Law.
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
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Payment Methods
- Cash
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- Credit Card
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Licensed in Massachusetts for 24 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Jessica A. Foley
340 Lincoln Street, Suite 2400, Hingham, MA, 02043
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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by anonymous | August 27, 2010
smart, quick
Jessica is a very intelligent lawyer. She listens well and knows what to do right away. She knows the law.
Posted by Ronald | May 24, 2010 | Criminal Defense
Was court appointed for my son, no contact and totally unprepared
Attorney Foley was hired to represent my son and never returned our calls, missed court dates and finally sent another attorney in on the trial date who knew nothing of the case. She never returned a single call despite repeated calls from us. We then found out that she has an extensive workload of...
Jessica Foley
Replied last June 04, 2010I do not believe that these comments were meant for me for the following reasons 1) to the best of my knowledge I have not represented a juvenile with a father named Ron, 2) I have never sent another lawyer on a trial date, 3) I do my best to either personally return calls within 24 hours (or have someone else), 4) I do not have another trial attorney working for me, and 5) although I do represent clients for court-appointed cases (as I believe all attorneys should), it does not encompass my entire practice. I also treat every court appointed client as I do my 'paying' clients. I'm not perfect, but I feel as though I zealously advocate and defend for every one of my clients and work with them to get the best possible outcome.
Posted by Joe | April 28, 2010 | Domestic Violence
“Before the law"
Here's how it came that I needed her assistance: I had a roommate who was diagreable and unable to communicate in a civil and appriopriate manner and it got progressively worst. She decided to pull her Trump card and use the 209A abuse prevention order to evict me. This gross misuse of an orde...
Posted by Gary | November 23, 2009 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Expert Criminal Traffic Lawyer
Jessica was there for us. That's part of what I want in a lawyer, the trusted advisor and knowledgeable in the needed topics. I also like her presence in the courtroom. I needed fearless and direct, and that's what I got. I needed an advocate for our position, not an apologist. Someone to defend us, ...
Jessica Ann Foley's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Jessica is a dedicated attorney who is well-versed in criminal defense. She is unwavering in her advocacy for her clients. I recommend her highly."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jessica works hard for her clients. In a recent case she was easy to reach and happy to bounce ideas back and fourth, with our client's best interests in mind."
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"Jessica is a well respected, caring, knowledgeable attorney who will fight to the bitter end for her clients. I would recommend Jessica to anyone looking for a top notch attorney."
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"Jessica is a skillful attorney who brings compassion and professionalism to her practice as she helps her clients navigate a very difficult time. She is a trusted advisor, and I am lucky to count her as a dear friend."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jessica and very knowledgeable and well published in the criminal defense field."
"I endorse this lawyer. An excellent and skillfull attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have followed Jessica's work for a while and her reputation as a zealous advocate for her clients and the results she achieves on their behalf are a credit to the legal profession. I would highly recommend her and endorse her."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Attorney Foley is recognized as a leading DUI lawyer. She is at the top of her field."
"Attorney Foley is an excellent attorney. She is classy, well prepared and respected in the courtroom."
"Attorney Foley is a vigorous advocate for her clients and her legal acumen and professionalism are second to none. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking a criminal defense lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2012
Super Lawyer Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2010
Super Lawyer Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2009
Super Lawyer Rising Star 2009, Superlawyers
2009
Youthful Offender Certification, Committee for Public Counsel Services
2009
Zealous Advocacy Certification, Committee for Public Counsel Services
2008
Super Lawyer Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2008
Children and Family Law Panel Certification, Committee for Public Counsel Services
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Jessica A. Foley
2007 - 2009
Attorney, Sullivan & Sweeney, LLLP
2005 - 2007
Associate, Sakakeeny & Associates
2001 - 2005
Assistant District Attorney, Plymouth County District Attorney's Office
1998 - 1998
Intern to Judge Hiller Zobel, Judicial Intern - Middlesex Superior Court
Associations
2015 - Present
Norfolk County Bar AdvocatesJuvenile Supervising Attorney
2010 - Present
DOVELegal Advisory Board
2009 - Present
American Bar AssociationEditor - Criminal Justice Small Firm Newsletter
2009 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Women's Criminal Defense Attorney NetworkMember
2007 - Present
Norfolk County Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Smith College Alumnae AssociationChair - South Shore
2007 - Present
Women's Attorney Network of the South ShoreMember
2007 - Present
ToastmastersMember
2008 - 2008
South Shore Women's Business NetworkMember
2007 - 2009
South Shore Business ConnectionsTreasurer
2007 - 2008
Quincy Bar AssociationMember
2006 - 2008
Women's Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Commonwealth v. Juvenile
Case dismissed.
Commonwealth v. Client
Dismissed.
Commonwealth v. Defendant
Probation
Commonwealth v. Defendant
Complaint did not issue
Education
2020
MWI, Inc.
Certified Mediator
2020
MWI, Inc.
Certified Family Mediator
2001
Northeastern University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
Smith College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2009
Fenway High School
The Impact of Crime and Violence on Teens
Publications
2009
blog
Massachusetts Criminal Defense Blog
2008
The Hingham Journal
Jury out on Cell Phone Ban
N/A
Blog
Massachusetts Driving Law
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
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