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James DeGiacomo
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Biography
Attorney James DeGiacomo grew up on the South Shore of Massachusetts. He obtained his B.A. from Goucher College in Baltimore, MD, and earned his J.D. from the University of Baltimore School of Law.
Shortly after graduating law school, James returned to Massachusetts and passed the State Bar and began his legal career as a legal representative for Winn Residential and helped several non-profit groups comply with local, state, and federal health codes regarding lead paint laws.
James then became an Assistant District Attorney for the Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office. He has handled thousands of cases and represented the Common of Massachusetts in Brockton District Court, Hingham District Court, Plymouth District Court, Worcester District Court, and Plymouth Superior Court.
In 2017, James founded DeGiacomo & Mikhlin, P.C. He provides residents in Boston and throughout the surrounding area with aggressive and affordable legal services.
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Licensed in Massachusetts for 13 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2012
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Location
DeGiacomo & Mikhlin, P.C.
1342 Belmont Street, Suite 101, Brockton, MA, 02301
DeGiacomo & Mikhlin, P.C.
10 Post Office Square, Boston, MA, 02109
DeGiacomo & Mikhlin, P.C.
196 Main Street, Suite 2C-376, Milford, MA, 01757
DeGiacomo & Mikhlin, P.C.
350 Lincoln Street, Suite 2400, Hingham, MA, 02043
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Posted by Chris | September 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Oui (drugs) Possision, Neg Op. of a vehicle
I guess the best way to describe my laywer is content. Things could have not been any better with this case. The police just love to throw whatever sticks, these unfortunately are pretty serious. These were oui (drugs) possision, neg op. All face serious consequences, nervous, absolutely, scared, and...
James DeGiacomo's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have worked with Attorney DeGiacomo for years and he is always knowledgeable about the law, prepared for court, and he seems to have a great relationship with all of his clients. He fosters great relationships with Assistant District Attorneys and Probation Officers to get the best possible outcomes for his clients. I wholeheartedly endorse this attorney."
Courtney Fogarty
Criminal defense lawyer
Sergey Mikhlin
Criminal defense lawyer
Nicole Galinsky
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2020
10 Best DUI Attorneys (Nominated), American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2019
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2018
Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Partner, DeGiacomo & Mikhlin, P.C.
2017 - 2022
Attorney, Law Offices of James G. DeGiacomo
2014 - 2017
Assistant District Attorney, Plymouth County District Attorney's Office
2012 - 2014
Attorney, Winn Residential
Associations
2019 - Present
Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2019 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2018 - Present
Plymouth County Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Pilgrim AdvocatesMember
2012 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Commonwealth v. JR - Hingham District Court
Dismissal
Commonwealth v. CB - Hingham District Court
Dismissal
Commonwealth v. MA - Boston Municipal Court, West Roxbury Division
Dismissal
Commonwealth v. EA - Marlborough District Court
No Charges Issued
Commonwealth v. TP - Milford District Court
Dismissal
Commonwealth v. MR - Boston Municipal Court, Roxbury Division
No Guilty
Commonwealth v. CS
Dismissal
Commonwealth v. KA - Boston Municipal Court, Brighton Division
Not Guilty
Commonwealth v EM - Ayer District Court
Not Guilty
Commonwealth v. JJ - Boston Municipal Court, Central Division
Not Guilty
Education
2012
University of Baltimore School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
Goucher College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
Boston-Havana Judical Confrence
Legal Issues with Cuban Cigars
2017
Cutting Edge Issues in Southeastern Massachusetts
Criminal Law
2016
Winn Residential
Updates in Boston Housing Laws
Publications
2019
bostonmassduiattorney.com
How the BRAVE Act Can Assist You
2018
bostonmassduiattorney.com
An Act Relative to Criminal Justice Reform Part 1
2018
bostonmassduiattorney.com
An Act Relative to Criminal Justice Reform Part 2
2018
bostonmassduiattorney.com
An Act Relative to Criminal Justice Reform Part 3
Languages
English