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Licensed in Massachusetts for 12 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2013
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The Law Office of James Hester
764 Plain Street, Suite 26, Marshfield, MA, 02050
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Posted by Tom | September 06, 2022 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Harassment 258e
He called me in the early am to digest and discuss a looming 258e matter.He very helpful and advised he would bring it to the attention of lawyers who regularly deal with such cases
Posted by Joao | September 04, 2022 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great Lawyer with Great Communication!!
Good lawyer he definitely has Great speech when it comes to represent his client. Also knows what hes doing when you have a court date and hes very easy to reach one phone call away but last not least Hester is very respectful and Honest Man Five star Lawyer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I recommend him to Fight for y...
Posted by anonymous | August 04, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
100% would recommend
James is an excellent lawyer and knows what he is doing. He helped me get my charges for an OUI and operating to endanger dismissed. He is very quick to get back to you on any questions you have as well.
Posted by Matt | July 03, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent Lawyer, great communicator
He has represented me on some serious offenses. His confidence and ability to communicate kept me at ease. I got the best possible out come with the case. When I was Paroled back in February of 2022, I was returned in April on a Parols Violation. He even represented me on that as well! I would Highly...
Posted by Manuel | May 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Efficient compassionate and determined
I was charged with OUI, negligent operation, and destruction of property. I told Attorney Hester I was innocent. He took my case to trial and the Jury found me Not Guilty. I highly recommend him. Thank you Attorney Hester.
James Derik Hester's Lawyer Endorsements
"Attorney Hester's reputation in the legal community is outstanding and I would highly recommend hiring him as your attorney if you're in need of a criminal defense attorney. He's very professional, intelligent, and diligent. His passion and willingness to fight for his clients is unparalleled. He is not afraid to take a case to trial as he is a very skilled trial attorney. Trust me, you will want him in your corner."
"I've worked with and alongside Attorney Hester for a number of years. I've seen his performance in the courtroom and I've case-crunched with him outside of the courtroom. He is a phenomenal lawyer who has argued beautifully in front of judges and jurors alike. He works hard and has the perfect demeanor for dealing with difficult clients. I wholeheartedly endorse this attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2012
CALI AWARD: Case Preparation, The CALI Excellence for the Future Award
2012
CALI AWARD: Writing and Legal Advocacy, The CALI Excellence for the Future Award
2011
CALI Award: Bail to Jail, The CALI Excellence for the Future Award
2010
CALI Award: Criminal Procedure, The CALI Excellence for the Future Award
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Trial Attorney, The Law Office of James Hester
2014 - 2017
Staff Attorney, The Committee for Public Counsel Services
Associations
2017 - Present
Massachusetts Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
OUI 2nd Offense; Negligent Operation; Destruction of Property
3/17/22 Brockton Jury Verdict: Not Guilty; Not Guilty; Required Finding-Not Guilty
OUI 1st Offense
9/8/21 Brockton Jury Verdict: Not Guilty
Violate Abuse Prevention Order - 4 Counts (3 Dockets Joined)
8/27/21 Brockton Bench Verdict: Not Guilty; Not Guilty: Not Guilty: Required Finding-NG
Negligent Operation of a Motor Vehicleof Motor Vehicle
1/9/2019 Plymouth Jury Trial: Required Finding - Not Guilty
OUI 1st Offene
10/22/18 Brockton Jury Verdict: Not Guilty
OUI 3rd Offense;
1/17/2018 Plymouth Jury Verdict: Not Guilty
Strangulation; Assault & Battery on a Household Member
7/31/2017 Brockton Jury Verdict: Not Guilty; Not Guilty
Interfere with Police Officer
5/18/17 Brockton Bench Verdict: Not Guilty
OUI 1st Offense; Negligent Operation; Failure to Stop for Police;
Brockton Jury Verdict: Not Guilty Not Guilty; Not Guilty
Witness Intimidation
9/8/16 Brockton Jury Verdict: Hung Jury; 11/21/16: Dismissed
Education
2014
California Western School of Law, San Diego, CA
LL.M. - Criminal Defense Trail Advocacy
2013
Massachusetts School of Law, Andover, MA
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
Curry College, Milton, MA
BA - Bachelor of Arts; Magna Cum Laude; Business Management
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
Will I be successful in suppressing the statement I made to the police that I was driving at the scene of the accident?
16 Dec 2023
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How to surrender my self on a Warent issued 25 years ago.
11 Jan 2019
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Can I be charged with DUI if I was a passenger and the driver now in court trying to say she was not driving
07 Dec 2018