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Matthew Barison
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Highly experienced trial lawyer specializing in criminal defense (District, Superior and Boston Municipal Court). Also experienced in select personal injury, civil litigation and anti-discriminaton law. Boston based, admitted to practice in Massachusetts, New York, and MA Federal District Court.
Matthew K. Barison, Esq. – Aggressive Boston, MA Defense Attorney.
Matthew K. Barison, Esq. is an experienced and aggressive criminal defense attorney with over 12 years of trial experience.
Matthew K. Barison, Esq. offers aggressive advocacy in civil trial matters (plaintiff and defense).
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
75%
15 years
Juvenile Law
10%
Litigation
10%
Discrimination
5%
Fees and Rates
Awards
2021
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 13 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Licensed in Massachusetts for 14 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
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Posted by anonymous | July 25, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Fortunate to have Matthew Barison representing me
I reached out to Matt via email when I faced legal matters. He responded to my email very promptly, and immediately scheduled a face-to-face meeting with me. He traveled to where the event took place and took pictures to make sure he understood exactly what happened. He immediately understood that...
Matthew Barison's Lawyer Endorsements
"Matt is one of Boston's rising criminal defense lawyers. I have had the pleasure of working beside him on a few cases in Boston. He's smart, determined, and compassionate. I cannot think of a better lawyer to have on your side."
"I endorse this lawyer. attorney Barison is a zealous advocate for his clients and respected within the legal community."
"Attorney Barison is a professional and courteous advocate, and I am pleased to recommend him on a broad range of issues from criminal defense to negotiating and civil matters. Matt works hard for all of his clients and is amiable as opposing counsel."
"I retained Matt and Greg Barison to represent close family members in the defense of a civil litigation matter. As a litigator myself, I was impressed with their aggressive but yet cost-conscious representation that resulted in a favorable settlement. I have also known them both for over ten years and endorse them as highly ethical practitioners."
Patrick Gioia
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Best Lawyer, Expertise
2019
Resolution (East Boston Pride), City of Boston, City Council
2019
Citation (East Boston Pride), Commonwealth of Massachusetts, State Senate
2019
Citation (East Boston Pride), Commonwealth of Massachusetts, House of Representatives
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Bar Advocate, Boston Municipal Court, Suffolk Lawyers For Justice
2014 - Present
Partner, Barison Law
2011 - 2014
Associate, Weston Patrick, P.A.
Associations
2020 - Present
Massachusetts Lesbian and Gay Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
2011 - Present
Massachusetts Lesbian and Gay Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
National LGBT Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
American Constitution Society for Law and PolicyMember
Education
2011
Tulane University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
Trinity College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
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Legal Answers
Q&A
If the prosecutor does not agree to a CWOF and the defendant tenders a plea for a CWOF, can the defendant speak to the judge?
04 Sep 2021
Q&A
Can I get an FID card with a non violent felony 26 years ago and nothing else since?
08 Aug 2020