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Melvin Alanson Heard
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Biography
15 YEARS OF STATEWIDE COURT EXPERIENCE
OVER 90+ WINNING TRIALS IN MASSACHUSETTS
GUEST LECTURER: SUFFOLK UNIVERISTY LAW SCHOOL ON HOW TO DEFEND CLIENTS IN MASSACHUSETTS COURTS
GUEST LECTURER: NEW ENGLAND SCHOOL OF LAW ON HOW TO DEFEND CLIENTS IN MASSACHUSETTS COURTS
PUBLISHED AUTHOR: 13 BYLINED ARTICLES IN THE CHICAGO TRIBUNE
PUBLISHED AUTHOR: NAVAL LAW REVIEW
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
100%
19 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Massachusetts for 22 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2003
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2019
Location
Heard Law Office
90 Canal Street, Boston, MA, 02114
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Posted by Andrew | June 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Thank goodness for Melvin Heard
I hired Mr. Heard for a speeding ticket on the Mass Pike. Thank goodness I did. After contesting the ticket, I never received my court date. Turns out they said they mailed me (I never got it) and found me guilty when I didn’t show. Melvin Heard not only successfully appealed, but managed to have me ...
Posted by Matthew | May 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Excellent Lawyer
Melvin was incredibly helpful and was able to get both of my charges dismissed from the magistrate. He was professional and personable and was a joy to work with. I was impressed with how he handled himself in the hearing and it was a simple process. I would definitely recommend him because it was we...
Posted by Nicholas | March 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
All 3 VIOLATION 95 in 45, marked lanes,not having license in possession
Attorney MELVIN HEARD made sure that I was well prepared for the judges appeal. My VIOLATION follow License not in possession $40 fine. Marked lane violation $105 fine. Going 95mph in a Posted 45mph a $505 fine. Was worth every dollar and will HIRE MELVIN HEARD AGAIN IF and WHEN I get a ticket...
Posted by Kyle | January 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Pure Genius.
I would not hesitate to use Melvin again, I was doing 90mph in a 45mph zone and he got my case dismissed. Melvin cares, he wants to win. He will not back down when it comes to taking your case to trial. He put together an excellent defense, and is worth every single penny. Don't look elsewhere!!!
Posted by Rick | September 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
If you don't want to be crushed by the courts.
Mel is a bit of a strange cat, but is in every sense of the word; phenomenal. I had a small problem that own my own turned into a legal nightmare. Mel took my money and made my problems disappear, in a way that I can only say was amazing. Mix legal guru, with actual compassion, and a bit of used car ...
Melvin Alanson Heard's Lawyer Endorsements
"Simply said, Melvin is a great traffic ticket lawyer."
"Melvin is a good lawyer to consult with if you think you may need his services."
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"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."
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"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."
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"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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Experience
Professional misconduct
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.
Honors
2001
Dean for a Day, Boston College Law School
Work Experience
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
Education
2002
Boston College Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
Colgate University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Suffolk University Law School
Substance Use Abuse, and Addiction Cases in District Court: Strategies and an Experiential Approach
2015
New England School of Law
Substance Use Abuse, and Addiction Cases in District Court: Strategies and an Experiential Approach
2001
Law Firm Preparation
How To Be a Superstar Summer Associate
Publications
2002
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Appealing to Judge- can I ask for dismissal of speeding ticket?
18 Mar 2019
Q&A
I don't have criminal récord or tickets récord, what i need to do?!
20 Mar 2019
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Incorrect Description of Offense - Massachusetts Uniform Citation
13 Mar 2019