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764 Plain Street, Suite 26, Marshfield, MA, 02050
42 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Recommendation
Posted by Michael | December 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
I'd hire him again (hope I don't have to)
Appearing in court for the first time in my life was a scary prospect. I needed someone on my side, so I searched around for defense attorneys and eventually found James Hester. Hiring him was absolutely the right decision. Mr. Hester made my scary day in court seem like something I could handle....
Posted by anonymous | November 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Highly Recommend
I decided to hire Jim after seeing positive reviews for him here and having my free consultation with him. Although I spoke with several attorneys first, I was very impressed by the amount of time he spent with me explaining things to me, as well as the empathy he expressed regarding my situation. He...
Posted by LaTia | October 05, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Highly Recommend
When I first talked to Mr. Hester about my case I was in a panic and very stressed but after talking to him I felt a lot better. He answered all my questions and kept me well informed throughout my case. He never made me feel like I was asking too many question or that I was a bother. He was on top o...
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 Letícia | July 22, 2022
Thank you James
I have a very specific situation and James was extremely interested in helping me. Very easy communication as well. I would definitely recommend him.
"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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Criminal defense lawyer
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
2017 - Present
Trial Attorney, The Law Office of James Hester
2014 - 2017
Staff Attorney, The Committee for Public Counsel Services
2017 - Present
Massachusetts Bar Association
3/17/22 Brockton Jury Verdict: Not Guilty; Not Guilty; Required Finding-Not Guilty
9/8/21 Brockton Jury Verdict: Not Guilty
8/27/21 Brockton Bench Verdict: Not Guilty; Not Guilty: Not Guilty: Required Finding-NG
1/9/2019 Plymouth Jury Trial: Required Finding - Not Guilty
10/22/18 Brockton Jury Verdict: Not Guilty
1/17/2018 Plymouth Jury Verdict: Not Guilty
7/31/2017 Brockton Jury Verdict: Not Guilty; Not Guilty
5/18/17 Brockton Bench Verdict: Not Guilty
Brockton Jury Verdict: Not Guilty Not Guilty; Not Guilty
9/8/16 Brockton Jury Verdict: Hung Jury; 11/21/16: Dismissed
2014
LL.M. - Criminal Defense Trail Advocacy
2013
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
BA - Bachelor of Arts; Magna Cum Laude; Business Management
English
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