Kevin Collins

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Kevin Collins

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 20 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Waltham, MA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime ... +2 more

P.O. Box 541498, Waltham, MA

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About Kevin

Biography

Former prosecutor with 20 years experience. Call today for a free consultation.

Former prosecutor with 20 years experience. Call today for a free consultation.

Former prosecutor with 20 years experience. Call today for a free consultation.

Former prosecutor with 20 years experience. Call today for a free consultation.

Former prosecutor with 20 years experience. Call today for a free consultation.

Former prosecutor with 20 years experience. Call today for a free consultation.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

50%
DUI and DWI 20%

20%
Drug Crime 10%

10%
Sex Crime 10%

10%
Violent Crime 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2026 2025

Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 11 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 20 years

State: California

Acquired: 2005

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of Kevin R. Collins

P.O. Box 541498, Waltham, MA, 02454

kevinrcollinslaw.com/

Online Presence

Other places you can find Kevin online.

Kevin Collins's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

5 star (23)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Carlos | February 9, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I got my daughter back and my life back

I can't thank Attorney Collins enough. The court ruled that I had to move out of my apartment and couldn't see my daughter. I had no idea what to do. Kevin Collins took over my case and immediately made a difference. He is very smart and he really cares about your case. In the end, all charges were d...ismissed. I never thought it was possible. I will recommend him to anyone who needs help.

Posted by Mitchell | January 26, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Top level legal skills worth paying for

I cannot recommend Attorney Collins highly enough after he represented me in what seemed like an impossible case. From the first consultation, Kevin demonstrated a genuine commitment to understanding my situation beyond the charges on paper. He was always available to answer my questions, explained e...very legal maneuver in plain English, and fought tirelessly to expose the inconsistencies in the prosecution's evidence. What impressed me most was his courtroom presence. He was calm, articulate, and absolutely devastating during cross-examination. He didn't just defend me legally, he gave me back my future. If you're facing criminal charges and need someone who combines top level legal skills with genuine compassion, Attorney Kevin Collins is worth every penny.

Kevin Collins

Replied last January 31, 2026

Hi Mitchell. It was a great pleasure working with you. I must say it took a good amount of time to finally reach a resolution, and a lot of hard work! But it is so worth it to see you be able to move forward with your life and not have this hanging over you. All the best.

Posted by Rafaella | January 11, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

5 stars for Kevin Collins

I never thought I'd need a criminal defense attorney, but when I was charged with an OUI last year, I was terrified. From our first meeting, Attorney Collins was professional, knowledgeable, and reassuring without making promises he couldn't keep. He explained the entire legal process in terms I coul...d understand and laid out all my options clearly. He was very good in court. He knew all the district attorneys and judges. He treated me with respect during one of the most stressful times of my life. If you're facing criminal charges and need someone who knows the law inside and out and who genuinely cares about protecting your rights, I cannot recommend Kevin highly enough.

Kevin Collins

Replied last January 15, 2026

Thank you for your review Rafaella. It was a pleasure working with you. I wish you success in your new career.

Posted by Kerry | January 10, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Our family couldn't be happier

We hired Kevin last year after speaking with several attorneys and we are so glad we went with him. Kevin is a great lawyer. He listened to all of our concerns, he told us exactly how the case would proceed, and we ended up getting our father's case dismissed. Hire him and you won't be sorry.

Kevin Collins

Replied last January 15, 2026

Hi Kerry, I too am so glad we were able to get your father's case dismissed. It took a little longer than I would have liked, but it was the right result. I wish you and your whole family the best.

Posted by Daniel | January 8, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I'm from another state but ran in to local trouble

I needed a lawyer to help me with a firearms case. I'm not from Massachusetts but I was driving through and ran in to some trouble. Kevin is very knowledgeable, he took a lot of time to explain everything to me, and our case was resolved for something very fair. I would recommend Kevin for any case y...ou have. He is awesome.

Kevin Collins

Replied last January 10, 2026

Thank you for your review Daniel. I am thrilled at the result we got. I wish you and your family all the best.

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Kevin Collins's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph Waldbaum

Criminal defense lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Attorney Collins was the toughest and most intelligent district attorney I ever faced. He now brings his skill to the other side of the aisle as a defense attorney. You could do no better than to hire him."

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Daniel Cappetta

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kevin Collins is a hard working talented criminal defense trial attorney. I have personally seen him try cases and I know that he is an effective advocate who has the talent to command attention and sway a jury. I highly recommend him for any matter involving criminal defense."

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Robert Meltzer

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the great pleasure of working with Attorney Collins as both a prosecutor and as opposing counsel. I can say with greatly certainty that he is an excellent attorney who has been aided by his years of practice on both sides of the aisle. Furthermore, Attorney Collins is personable and thorough. No matter how serious the case or the charge, Attorney Collins will provide top-tier representation."

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Justin Wing

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've spent many hours in court watching Attorney Kevin Collins, including working side by side with him on some matters. He is an excellent, well-prepared, personable and highly effective lawyer. I highly recommend him."

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Dylan Krasinski

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. As a prosecutor, Attorney Collins and I had numerous cases together. He is always pleasant, respectful, and easy to work with. He is a very talented trial attorney and works extremely hard for his clients to try to get them the best possible outcome"

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Pavan Nagavelli

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working with Kevin on a number of criminal matters before the courts, where he has consistently been a zealous advocate for his clients. He often utilizes creative strategies and thoughtful arguments to best represent their interests. His mature experience and understanding of the criminal justice system gives him a leading edge in negotiating quick and amicable resolutions for his clients, or in the alternative, representing them through trial."

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Asaf Sarno

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Attorney Collins is a sharp and knowledgeable criminal defense lawyer. I recommend him without reservation."

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Jonathon Nicol

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Kevin since 2002 when we started law school together. As a civil litigator at a large international law firm, I frequently rely on Kevin’s years of experience as a prosecutor when I am confronted with tricky criminal defense issues in my practice. Kevin always has the answer and a roadmap of how the dispute will play out and be resolved. The man is in his element in court (before judges and juries) and is a natural when cross-examining state witnesses. A gifted and persuasive advocate, Kevin knows when to fight and when to deal. In addition to being a top-shelf defense attorney, Kevin is simply someone that you can trust and rely on with your toughest legal challenges. I recommend him wholeheartedly and without reservation."

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Tejal Mehta

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Attorney Collins. He is extremely effective in court, on cases from OUIs to serious felonies. He has a great working relationship with the District Attorney's office and the probation departments. I have referred Attorney Collins several criminal and probate matters. Clients have contacted me later to thank me for referring them to Attorney Collins because he achieved an excellent result for them. I recommend him without reservation."

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Charles Fasoldt

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kevin Collins works diligently for his clients. As a prosecutor he was always fair, respectful, and trustworthy. Those characteristics transfer well to the defense side. I would not hesitate to recommend Kevin Collins to a friend in need."

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Robert Meltzer

Criminal defense lawyer

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Justin Wing

Criminal defense lawyer

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Asaf Sarno

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joseph Waldbaum

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Nicholas Frye

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joseph Simons

Criminal defense lawyer

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Charles Fasoldt

Criminal defense lawyer

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Daniel Cappetta

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ryan Sullivan

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2025

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

N/A

The National Trial Lawyers Top 100, The National Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Owner, The Law Office of Kevin R. Collins

2014 - 2016

Assistant District Attorney, Middlesex District Attorney's Office

2007 - 2014

Deputy District Attorney, San Mateo District Attorney's Office

2004 - 2007

Associate, Gordon & Rees

Associations

2026 - Present

Mass Pro Bono

2026 - Present

Massachusetts Legal Assistance Corporation

2025 - Present

Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2025 - Present

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

2025 - Present

Massachusetts Association of Private Appointed Counsel

2025 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2016 - Present

Middlesex Defense Attorneys

2014 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Commonwealth v. T.S.

Case dismissed prior to trial.

Commonwealth v. F.T.

Case dismissed prior to trial.

Commonwealth v. C.N.

Case dismissed prior to trial.

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Education

2005

Santa Clara University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

Boston College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1999

London School of Economics and Political Science

Speaking Engagements

2023

Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney Podcast 5 facts to know if a restraining order has been filed against you

2023

Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney Podcast 5 Facts To Know If You Are Pulled Over For An OUI In Massachusetts

2023

Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney Podcast Have You Been Accused of a Drug Crime?

Publications

2025

2025

Massachusetts Criminal Defense Lawyers How Plea Bargaining Really Works in Massachusetts

2025

Massachusetts Criminal Defense Lawyers Competency and Criminal Responsibility in Massachusetts

2025

Massachusetts Criminal Defense Lawyers The Miranda Warning: What You Need To Know

2025

Massachusetts Criminal Defense Lawyers Top 5 Traits of a Successful Trial Attorney

2025

Massachusetts Criminal Defense Lawyers Immigration Issues: Know Your Rights

2023

2022

Massachusetts Criminal Defense Lawyers Am I Going To Jail?

2021

Massacshuetts Criminal Defense Lawyers 5 Reasons To Not Represent Yourself In Massacshusetts

2019

Languages

English

Activity

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