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Get an aggressive and experienced Criminal Defense Lawyer on your side. Call me today for a free Consultation!

With a 10.0 Superb Avvo Rating and decades of proven legal experience, Attorney James Caramanica has established himself as the Attleboro criminal defense lawyer clients can trust when their rights are on the line. Handling charges ranging from theft crimes to sex offenses, his team at the Law Office of James M. Caramanica, P.C. has handled thousands of cases and knows what it takes to build a strong defense. You don’t have to face your charges alone. Call their team now to schedule your free consultation and begin planning how to tell your side of the story in a compelling way.

Attorney James M. Caramanica studied criminal justice at Northeastern University, where he made the Dean's List. He went on to graduate from the Massachusetts School of Law, where he also made Dean's List and was a member of the Law Review. He later also graduated from Suffolk University Sawyer School of Management with a Master's Degree in Business Administration.

He is on the murder panel with CPCS where he represents indigent clients who have been charged with murder. He has handled murder cases in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, and has represented clients in a wide range of felony and misdemeanor cases in both states.

Practice areas

Federal crimeViolent crimeSex crimeCriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 65%

    Representation of clients in Massachusetts in all felonies and misdemeanors - including murder, sexual assault, violent crimes, theft, OUI cases, drug offenses, and other offenses.

    25 years, 5,000 cases

  2. Sex crime: 15%

    Involving Rape, Indecent Assault Battery, Statutory Rape and Aggravated Rape.

    25 years, 750 cases

  3. Violent crime: 15%

    Murders, Attempted Murders, Assault and Batteries, Assault and Battery with a dangerous weapon, kidnapping, and other offenses.

    25 years, 750 cases

  4. Federal crime: 5%

    Drug Trafficking, Conspiracy, and Money Laundering

    25 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

120 North Main Street
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Law Office of James M. Caramanica

120 North Main Street
Suite 306
Attleboro, MA, 02703-2273

Office (508) 690-4808
Office (508) 222-0096

Website

https://www.criminaldefendermass.com/

Law Office of James M. Caramanica

70 South Main Street
Fall River, MA, 02721

Office (508) 222-0096

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
RINot authorized to practice200110/08/2020
MAActive199408/31/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers660
Legal guides2
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers2020
Client SatisfactionAmerican Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys2016
Law ReviewMass School of Law1992
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
AttorneyLaw Office of James M. Caramanica2010 - Present
PartnerCarleen & Caramanica, P.C.2005 - 2010
Associate AttorneyLaw Office of John Carleen, P.C.1997 - 2005
Sole PractitionerLaw Office of James M. Caramanica1994 - 1997
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember2017 - Present
Bristol County Bar AdvocatesSupervising Attorney2017 - Present
CJA Panel AttorneyPanel Attorney2015 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember2013 - Present
Bristol County Bar AdvocatesMentor Attorney1997 - Present
Bristol County Bar AssociationMember1995 - Present
Bristol County Bar AdvocatesPresident2016 - 2017
Bristol County Bar AdvocatesSupervising Attorney2013 - 2016
Bristol County Bar AdvocatesBoard Member2011 - 2012
Rhode Island State BarMember2001 - 2018
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Suffolk UniversityMBA - Master of Business Administration2002
Massachusetts School of Law at AndoverJD - Juris Doctor1993
Northeastern UniversityBS - Bachelor of Science1985
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Bristol County Bar Advocate TrainingDistrict Court Probation Violation Proceedings2014
CPCS Zealous Advocacy TrainingCross Examination of Witnesses2013
Bristol County Bar TrainingCurrent Issues in Odor of Marijuana Cases2013
Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, Inc.Melendez - Diaz Practice2012
Bristol County Bar Advocate TrainingDelayed Disclosure in Sexual Assault Cases2011
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Comm. v. J.F. (June, 2020)Motion to dismiss allowed. Case dismissed.
Comm. v. D.W. (2019)Not guilty.
Comm. v. D.B. (2019)Not guilty.
Comm. v. G.S. (2019)Not Guilty.
Comm. v. C.S. (2019)Not Guilty.
Comm. v. J.C. (2019)Not Guilty.
Comm. v. S.H. (2018)Not Guilty.
Comm. v. E.P.Plea to manslaughter. Defendant will be eligible for parole and not have lifetime parole.
Comm. v. O.T.Aggravated assault and battery charges dismissed.
Comm. v. H.M.Statements suppressed.
Comm. v. H.L.Not Guilty of OUI after jury trial.
Comm. v. R.R.Not Guilty of OUI after jury trial.
Comm. v. M.C.Not guilty of OUI after bench trial.
Comm. v. C.M.Motion to dismiss allowed.
Comm. v. B.M.Case dismissed.
Comm. v. D.A.Motion to suppress allowed. Gun evidence inadmissible.
Comm. v. J.F.Not guilty verdicts after trial.
Comm. v. JBDismissed
Comm. v. MMDismissed
Comm. v. TENot guilty
Comm. v. JCDismissed.
Comm. v. EMDismissed

Reviews

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Excellent Attorney

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Mr. Caramanica was hired to help us with a case of assault resulting from a serious mental health breakdown. He was extremely knowledgeable and compassionate. He always took the time to make sure we understood every aspect of the process.
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Hired attorney

100% Recommend

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I hired James right before the pandemic hit. I thought it would be months before I had to go back into court for a hearing but almost immediately after the courts reopened he was able to get all charges dismissed via a Zoom hearing. Very professional, reassuring, and caring. Even after I left his office he made sure to check in with me. Hire James!
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Hired attorney

The BEST Attorney in the area!!!

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Attorney Caramanica was very responsive and proactive from the start and throughout the judicial process and explained the most likely outcome which was exactly how the case was decided and in our favor. He was very personable and kept us in the loop on everything. Definitely recommend!!!
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Hired attorney

Great Defense Attorney

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This guy is a beast worked with me and for me to make sure he got me out did everything he could . Appealed a hearing for me to superior court and Won
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Hired attorney

Excellent

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He gave us clear direction of the case and it fits our request. Explanations of detail were easy to understand and sufficient. We are really satisfied with his support.
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Hired attorney

If you want a good powerful lawyer, look no future.

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I highly recommend James Caramanica. He is professional, powerful, honest and VERY knowledgeable! He took care of my case in no time and had everything dismissed. Kept me informed through out everything. He listenes and understood what I was feeling and going through. Without a doubt if you want a excellent lawyer he is your guy!
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Hired attorney

Excellent Attorney

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Attorney Caramanica listened in great detail of my problem without interruption, however he recommended a civil attorney, he was honest in answering a question I had that I wanted his professional opinion on. I would recommend his legal services.
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Consulted attorney

Great Lawyer, Great Guy

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Jim answered all our questions, got back to us via email quickly and explained everything to us so we knew what was going to happen in the court room. We never knew how long it takes everything to happen in the judicial system! Jim guided us through every step of the way. We will be forever grateful for his service to our family.

Follow-up paper work

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I lost an old docket from 10 years ago and he located it for and sent it to my home in Mesa AZ 3000 miles away. No charge for this service. This was very important to me for my new job.

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I have worked with Attorney Caramanica for over 15 years; he has represented my business in real estate transactions as well as me personally. Jim is highly knowledgeable, professional, and will work diligently in his representation on your legal matter. I highly recommend him!
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Bill Farias, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 4, 2017
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Jim's one of the best criminal defense lawyers around. Has a lot of experience and skill and fights for his clients. Highly recommend.

Edward Molari, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 27, 2016
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Jim is a great lawyer with tremendous experience and an incredible work ethic.

Randall Power, DUI and DWI Attorney on Nov 5, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Jim and I represent 2 of 5 Co-defendants accused of murder. I have seen Jim's work first hand and highly recommend his services. I look forward to working with him again in the future on cases together.

Amber Cohen, Family Attorney on Jun 2, 2015
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Attorney Caramanica is a great attorney who knows the law and will ensure your rights are protected!

Thomas Merrigan, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 25, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer,he is very knowledgeable.

John Elbert, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 17, 2015
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Jim is an exceptional and highly respected attorney who always represents his clients with the utmost of skill,knowledge and understanding.i can readily endorse him without hesitation or reservation.

Judd Nemiro

Very determined and dedicated attorney. I endorse this lawyer.

David Newton, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 10, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Douglas Goss, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 28, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Raffi Ohanian, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 27, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Jill Rogers, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 13, 2015
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I not only endorse this lawyer, I also give them 5 stars.

Robert von Dohlen, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 13, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Christian Lassen, Life insurance Attorney on Jan 8, 2015
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Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.

Sean Cleary, Car accident Attorney on Dec 20, 2014
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I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community.

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