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Acquired: 2003
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2019
90 Canal Street, Boston, MA, 02114
138 Client Reviews
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Posted by Eva | May 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Melvin is the best!
Having never been in court before, I was very nervous about disputing my speeding ticket. Luckily, I had Melvin represent me. He listened to every detail of what I could remember, provided insightful feedbacks to strengthen my case, and coached me through exactly what to do during court day. Professi...
Posted by anonymous | April 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
A great experience
I hired Mr. Heard for my speeding ticket because of all of the great reviews and am happy I did so. He really takes the time to know you and know the circumstances of your case. He always makes himself available at any time, at your convenience. he goes over your case as many times as you need until...
Posted by anonymous | December 22, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Melvin is the best lawyer
On August 15,2015 I was pulled over going 54MPH on 35 Zone. I decided to appeal and hire attorney Melvin Alanson Heard. Magistrate Hearing was first scheduled on October 14th at the BMC Brighton Court. Due to some personal problem I was not able to make to the Court and Attorney Melvin was able to ta...
Posted by anonymous | December 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Excellent lawyer
We called Mr. Heard after doing some research and talking with few lawyers regarding my case. Most lawyers we spoke with offered to meet only for 15 min. Mr. Heard spent as much time as needed to listen and prepare me for the case. He even insisted on meeting multiple times to make sure I feel...
Posted by anonymous | December 10, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Look no more!
I contacted Mr. Heard after doing thorough research for a speeding ticket I received back in July. We had a couple of phone calls to discuss the case, he listened to me attentively/took notes. We then met up on the my court date, and we talked some more about myself and under what circumstances I rec...
"Mel is an extremely diligent and competent attorney. He is very knowledgeable about the law and works hard for his clients. I have personally recommended him to family in need of his services. I endorse this lawyer."
"Mel is an excellent criminal defense attorney. I worked with Mel on a co-defendant criminal matter. Thanks to Mel's legal mind and work ethic, we were successful with our Motion to Suppress Evicence, and the case against Mel's client was dismissed."
"I've worked with Attorney Heard both as opposing counsel when he was an assistant district attorney and as co-counsel on a criminal matter involving two co-defendants. In both instances Attorney Heard was an outstanding advocate. I'd recommend Attorney Heard on any criminal matter without reservation. He is a very competent and an outstanding attorney."
"Represented co-defendants with Attorney Heard and he and I successfully argued a motion to suppress evidence relative to an illegal traffic stop. A well seasoned criminal lawyer who is very well respected in the courts around greater boston and beyond."
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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019.
Suspension issued in MA, 2019
updated on 03/11/2021This status means that an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a specific period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
2001
Dean for a Day, Boston College Law School
2007 - Present
Owner, Heard Law Office
2008 - 2010
County Appointed Attorney, Middlesex County Courts
2005 - 2007
Assistant District Attorney, Suffolk County District Attorney's Office, Boston, Ma
2003 - 2004
Attorney, Law Office of Steven Kim
2002 - 2003
Banking and Finance Associate, Riemer & Braunstein, LLP
2002
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2015
Substance Use Abuse, and Addiction Cases in District Court: Strategies and an Experiential Approach
2015
Substance Use Abuse, and Addiction Cases in District Court: Strategies and an Experiential Approach
2001
How To Be a Superstar Summer Associate
2002
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