Durden Law Office, P.C.The Adams Building1354 Hancock Street, Suite 305Quincy, MA, 02169-2018United States (617) 328-4844 (617) 298-2738

Keith Durden

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Quincy, MA
Licensed for 19 years
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About Keith

Mr. Durden has 19 years of experience in the areas of criminal law, civil litigation, consumer bankruptcy law, real estate litigation, immigration law, estate planning, and tax law.

In his criminal defense practice he has represented hundreds of accused individuals in the District and Superior Courts of Massachusetts from arraignment to trial. He has experience with cases involving homicide, assault to murder, rape, armed robbery, drug trafficking, drug possession, drug distribution, gun possession, 209A violations, larceny, kidnapping, and other criminal violations.

Mr. Durden received his Juris Doctor from the University of Chicago Law School in 2002 where he was a Harry N. Wyatt Scholar and his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Economics, magna cum laude, from Northeastern University in 1998.

He is admitted to practice in all courts in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts, and the United States Tax Court. He also has experience with cases before the Massachusetts Appeals Court.

Practice areas

Criminal defense: 40%
Representation of the criminally accused in court proceedings in Superior and District Court from arraignment to trial.
Bankruptcy and debt: 30%
Represent debtors in chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcy filings
Immigration: 30%

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Durden Law Office, P.C.

The Adams Building
1354 Hancock Street, Suite 305
Quincy, MA, 02169-2018

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License

State	Status	Acquired	Updated
MA	Active	2003	05/30/2022

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Awards

Award name	Grantor	Date Granted
Top 100 Lawyers	American Society of Legal Advocates	2015
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40	American Society of Legal Advocates	2014
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40	American Society of Legal Advocates	2013

work experience

Title	Company name	Duration
Principal	The Durden Law Office	2006 - Present
Shareholder	Redmond Durden, P.C.	2008 - 2010
Associate	Donovan Hatem LLP	2004 - 2006
Associate	Bingham McCutchen LLP	2002 - 2004

associations

Association name	Position name	Duration
Boston Bar Association, Consumer Bankruptcy Committee	Member	2014 - Present
Boston Bar Association, Volunteer Lawyers Project	Panel Attorney	2010 - Present
Suffolk Lawyers for Justice	Bar Advocate	2006 - Present
Middlesex Defense Attorneys	Bar Advocate	2006 - Present
Massachusetts Bar Association	Member	2002 - Present

Boston Bar Association	Member	N/A
National Lawyers Guild	Member	N/A

education

School name	Degree	Graduated
University of Chicago Law School	JD - Juris Doctor	2002
Northeastern University	BA - Bachelor of Arts	1998

legal cases

Case name	Outcome
Commonwealth v. Name Withheld	Not Guilty after Jury Trial
Jones v. City of Boston	Settlement
Commonwealth v. Name Withheld	Not Guilty after Jury Trial
Commonwealth v. Name Withheld	Found Not Guilty after Jury Trial
Commonwealth v. Name Withheld	Not Guilty after Jury Trial

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A solid choice for your next attorney

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Posted by Ron
May 8, 2019

I retained Mr Durden for an important legal matter. Unlike other attorneys I approached for this problem, Mr Durden instantly knew what to do. I found his fees to be exceptionally reasonable. He was straightforward with me and courteous. I did not feel manipulated or exploited as I have with past attorneys. It was a positive experience with a favorable outcome.

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Fantastic Experience!

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Posted by Cassandra
April 2, 2019

Attorney Durden was patient, knowledgeable and companionate while dealing with my case. His services were affordable and performed in a very timely manner. I would absolutely use again for any future needs that may arise and/or recommend to friends or anyone seeking legal needs.

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Knowledgeable, flexible, honest, understanding, affordable, and got the job done for me.

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Posted by Michael
February 12, 2013

The title pretty much says it all. He made it a painless process. He was even proactive enough with his knowledge that he found possible ways for me to actually make some money without me asking. Thank you Kieth Durden!

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Jeffrey Miller, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 5, 2018
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Daniel Kron, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 17, 2017
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Simply said, Keith is an outstanding criminal attorney. Highly recommended!

Douglas Borthwick, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 21, 2014
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Melvin Heard, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 22, 2014
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Excellent and dedicated attorney. Highly intelligent and compassionate advocate. Someone you want on your side.

Ogor Okoye, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 11, 2014
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Ligia Parmenter, Unknown Attorney on Apr 17, 2014
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Keith Durden is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show his commitment to serving clients very, very well. He is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly.

Michael Harrington, Unknown Attorney on Nov 21, 2013
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Paul Mahoney, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 21, 2013
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Keith and I practice in some very difficult courts in Middlesex County. An excellent criminal lawyer.

Stefan Jouret, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 29, 2013
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Keith's handled many, many criminal defense matters and is highly skilled in the area. He is also kind and compassionate--critical client-services qualities.

Christopher Leroi, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 20, 2013
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Mr. Durden is simply an exceptional attorney who I would recommend to everyone and anyone. I am a former judge, former magistrate, former prosecutor, and an attorney with 24 years of experience. I still learn from his answers on Avvo on a daily basis and I am constantly impressed.

William Roa, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 25, 2013
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M. Miller, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on May 15, 2013
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Dmitry Lev, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 20, 2013
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Jeffrey Caffee, Civil rights Attorney on Mar 13, 2013
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Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.

Matisyahu Wolfberg, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Nov 26, 2012
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Robert McCarthy, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 23, 2012
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It is my pleasure to endorse Attorney Durden who is a respected member of the legal community and a knowledgeable advocate.

Ismail Mohammed, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 19, 2012
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Fritz Pluviose, Unknown Attorney on Oct 17, 2012
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James Cormier, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 24, 2012
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Howard Lewis, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 20, 2011
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I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Durden is an outstanding attorney and a zealous advocate for his clients. He is a credit to the legal profession.

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