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Barry James Bisson
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Biography
As the founder of Bisson Law, attorney Barry J. Bisson focuses his practice on criminal defense and civil litigation. Mr. Bisson serves clients in Massachusetts and New York.
In his criminal law practice, Mr. Bisson represents individuals who have been charged with misdemeanors and major felonies. His civil law practice involves, contract matters as well as serving individuals who are victims of discrimination, harassment, or other employment related legal issues.
A summa cum laude graduate of Newbury College, Mr. Bisson earned his law degree from Northeastern University School of Law, where he continues to serve on the law school’s alumni board of directors.
Mr. Bisson is also admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts, the U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York, and the Supreme Court of the United States.
Additionally, Mr. Bisson was named a 2017 Super Lawyers Rising Star, which is given to 2.5% of the lawyers in the state of Massachusetts.
Outside of his law practice, Mr. Bisson is an active member of the Massachusetts legal community. He belongs to the Massachusetts Bar Association, were his is vice-chair of the Sole Practitioner & Small Firm Section. He is also an active member of the American Bar Association. Additionally, he judges numerous moot court and mock trial competitions at both the collegiate and law school levels.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Criminal Defense
100%
13 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 225-300 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 11 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in Massachusetts for 12 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Bisson Law
75 Arlington Street, 5th Floor, Boston, MA, 02116
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Posted by anonymous | September 04, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
The best attorney EVER!!
Attorney Barry J. Bisson has been of great help resolving some of my very important legal issues. He is extremely passionate about what he does and works tirelessly until the job gets done. Attny Bisson worked quite diligently on my case and got me the justice that I deserved. He was very approachabl...
Barry James Bisson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney Bisson is a fantastic advocate for his clients who continuously gets great results."
"Attorney Bisson is a first rate lawyer. He is thorough and dedicated. Most importantly he knows how to talk to people, including the prosecutors and probation officers, and that goes a long way when you’re in court. I highly recommend him."
"Attorney Bisson is a very good criminal defense attorney. I have observed him in court for several years and he is meticulous in the defense of his clients. He is caring and truly seeks the best for his clients."
"Attorney Bisson is a hard working defense attorney who goes well above the call of duty for his clients. I give this attorney my sincerest endorsement."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I went to law school with Attorney Bisson, and he impressed me with his diligence, dedication to the causes he worked on and leadership within the student body. He is honest, dedicated, outspoken and hard working. He has my enthusiastic endorsement."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2008
Alpha Chi National Honor Society, Alpha Chi National Honor Society
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Principal Attorney, Bisson Law
2013 - 2013
Student Attorney, Suffolk County Da's Office
2012 - 2013
Legal Intern, The United States Attorney's Office
2011 - 2011
Judicial Intern, Judge Sabita Singh
2011 - 2012
Intern, Bubalo Rotman
Associations
2018 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationCriminal Justice Section Council
2018 - Present
Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2013 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2017 - 2019
Massachusetts Bar Association Sole Practitioner & Small Firm SectionVice Chair
Sample of Legal Cases
Negligent Operation of a Motor Vehicle
Dismissed
Education
2013
Northeastern University
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
Newbury College
BS - Bachelor of Science
2000
Johnson and Wales University
Associate's Degree
Speaking Engagements
2019
A Criminal Lawyer's Guide to Practice in the Massachusetts District Courts
Criminal Law
2018
Stun Guns
Stun Guns
2016
Hanging out Your Shingle
Sole Practitioner
2015
Hanging Out your Own Shingle
Hanging out Your Own Shingle
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Charged with a DUI at only 0.02 BAC?
23 Jun 2018
Q&A
How long am I,going to jail for a second violation of probation?
24 Apr 2018
Q&A
What consequences should I expect from 5 year old bench warrant for petty theft by concealing?
01 Jan 2017