Gary Zerola

Gary Zerola

5.0
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 27 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Boston, MA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury, Real Estate

11 Beacon Street, Suite 914, Boston, MA

This attorney is currently not accepting new clients.
Reason: In-House Counsel
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024
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About Gary

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 25%

Criminal Defense Attorney Gary Zerola represents people charged with crimes in Massachusetts District or Superior State Court and Federal District Court. Attorney Gary Zerola is a Former Assistant District Attorney (state prosecutor) in the Essex County District Attorney's office in Salem, MA and the Suffolk County District Attorney's office in Boston, MA. Attorney Gary Zerola opened a private law practice in 2000 specializing exclusively in criminal defense.

28 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 500-850 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 27 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1998

Suspended

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024

Location

Attorney Gary Zerola

11 Beacon Street, Suite 914, Boston, MA, 02108

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Gary Zerola's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Andrew | December 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Caring and Compassionate Lawyer

Gary Zerola is by far the most knowledgeable, skilled and resourceful attorney I have encountered. Early on in my adult life I got in trouble and used court appointed lawyers or cheap inexperienced lawyers because I didn't know any better and had no money. Since then I haven't gotten into as much tro...uble but after some nights of drinking and bad decisions, I again needed a lawyer and a firefighter friend recommended Gary. I've used him that time and on multiple occasions since and without hesitation I would again. Once you meet him, you will realize that he truly cares about you and resolving whatever trouble you may have gotten yourself into. With no judgment either. He's just a compassionate guy. He explained everything to me in a way I could understand and made himself available for any questions or concerns I had 24/7, even giving me his personal cell number. I am so happy that I made the right choice in having Gary Zerola represent me, he got me more than one dismissal. I hope I never need him again for a criminal case but if you need a lawyer to get you out of a situation you never expected to be in, don't look anywhere else -- Gary is the man.

Posted by Jason P | January 12, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Honorable, Skilled & Trustworthy Attorney

I was facing very serious charges involving weapons as well as breaking and entry. I was facing very serious time for this. I had just gotten out of the Marines, and going through college and I knew this could ruin my future. I called a few offices, and Gary Zerola significantly stood out. I left... him a voicemail, and he personally got back to me almost immediately. I was a completely wreck when I spoke to him, but after my initial consultation Mr.Zerola made me feel at ease and I knew something could be done. I wanted to fight this all the way, since the charges were completely false. He kept me in contact at all times with email or phone. He was very transparent with everything that was going on, and he was always just a phone call away. I had a few options on how to proceed, and I made the decision to take it to trial in front of a judge. Mr. Zerola did an excellent job with the case and proved that there was no case at all. My charges were completely dropped – no probation, not “dismissed”, the verdict was- NOT GUILTY. He was absolutely worth the investment, and thanks to him I was able to graduate college and get a great job instead of spending time in jail for false allegations.

Posted by Edward | January 09, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Edward

Although Mr. Zerola is a criminal lawyer he represented me in a small motor vehicle issue. I was reffered to him from a family friend attorney who was quite busy with other cases and he felt Mr Zerola could assist me. I found him to be extremly concientous in all areas relevant to my issue his repr...esentation thereof. He returned all correspondence within an hour of request either by text, email or ultimatley by phone. I could not find anything wrong with his proffesionalism Although my very motor vehicle was a small detail and further was not his every day practice, he made me quite proud to have a clear, well spoken and articulate lawyer. His presence in the court room seems to draw allot of attention and admiration from other attorney's as he has a presence about that is quite unique, verbally concise and well heard by all in the court. "It helps to have well dressed good looking attorney with a female judge!" Happy to say that my case was resolved with a phenominal outcome and could not ask for better. I would recomend Mr. Zerola to anyone, as he welcomed me to discuss any legal matter with him. If he did not handle that had any type of legal issue, I'm sure he would have other great attorney's in his proffesional network. "Great Job Mr Zerola"

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Paul Moraski

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Attorney Zerola for several years now and I have never seen an Attorney fight harder for his clients than Gary. He is well respected by the legal community, other DAs and Judges. Attorney Zerola is the Attorney I would call if I ever found myself in a tough situation."

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Socrates de La Cruz

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Gary is a zealous, hard working and passionate Attorney. He will fight for his clients rights tirelessly."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Gary. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Paul Mahoney

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Top notch litigator. See him in court everyday. Like myself, he is a city kid who is both street smart and book smart. A full time CRIMINAL DEFENSE lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.

Temporary Suspension from Practice issued in MA, 2024

updated on 09/26/2024

This status means that an attorney is not authorized to practice law during a disciplinary investigation. The suspension typically expires when the investigation is resolved.

Temporary Suspension from Practice issued in MA, 2007

updated on 07/19/2019

This status means that an attorney is not authorized to practice law during a disciplinary investigation. The suspension typically expires when the investigation is resolved.

Honors

N/A

Leadership Award for Service to Foster Children and Families, Casey Family Services

Work Experience

2000 - 2001

Assistant District Attorney, Suffolk County District Attorney's Office

1999 - 2000

Assistant District Attorney, Essex County District Attorney"s Office

Associations

2008 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2006 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1998 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

An alleged drug kingpin was arrested outside Boston Municipal Court Friday as he arrived for a previous conspiracy case

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Education

1998

Suffolk University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Suffolk University

MA - Masters

1994

Suffolk University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Casey Family Services

Child Abuse and Neglect

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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