Kenneth D Van Colen

Kenneth D Van Colen

4.1
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 33 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Fall River, MA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Divorce & Separation ... +2 more

120 Purchase Street, Fall River, MA

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
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  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 33 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1992

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Location

Law Offices of Kenneth D Van Colen

120 Purchase Street, Fall River, MA, 02720

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Kenneth D Van Colen's Reviews

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4.1 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by John | March 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best lawyer in Bristol County with over 2 decades of experience

I have been a client of his for years and used him for both very serious criminal matters, and extremely delicate probate matters. He tells you exactly, how it is, doesn't sugar anything, and explains everything very well. He is always well prepared and gives 110%. He doesn't like to loose and is th...e type of guy who will loose sleep over your case. Not to mentuon he is vety well respected by judges and other attorneys. He got me a second chance when I didn't deserve one Overall he is a great stand up guy, excellent well practiced trial attorney, and expensive, but worth every penny he charges. Ask any attorney who practices in Bristol County, he will come highly recommend because, his experience is unfathomable.

Posted by anonymous | January 21, 2015 | Family

Don't use for Family Law

Ken was a very nice guy, and mostly got back to me when he could, but I wish I had done a little more research. Though he CAN practice family law, he mostly practices other law, and I don't feel like he handled my case that well and was just happy to get me through my divorce. I wouldn't recommend hi...m for Family Law.

Posted by anonymous | July 16, 2008 | Criminal Defense

Great Lawyer

I've used Ken for alot of my criminal cases and I must say hes the best the miracles he performs for me in that courtroom hes also always very honest which is a rare quality in a Fall River Lawyer and Ive had a bunch of them I must say if you need a lawyer in the Fall River area Kenny is the way to g...o

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Anthony Bucacci

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have referred many clients over the years to Ken and each one was happy with the results Ken achieved for them. Ken is very focused on getting the best possible results for his clients. Great negotiator and litigator. I can refer a client with confidence that they will be well represented."

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Bill Farias

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Van Colen is one of the highest quality criminal attorneys in the area. I opposed him when I was an Assistant DA, and have been fortunate as a colleague to watch and learn from him since. He's aggressive and always goes the extra mile for the client. Highly recommend."

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Michael DelSignore

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have seen Ken in court in Fall River and Dedham court and he is a terrific criminal defense lawyer, well respected by judges."

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James Powderly

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ken is one of the top criminal defense attorneys in Bristol County!"

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Work Experience

1998 - 2002

Instructor, Newbury College

1992 - 1997

Assistant D.A., Bristol County D.A.'s Office

Associations

1997 - Present

Bristol County Bar Association

Member

1997 - Present

Fall River Bar Association

Member

2001 - 2003

Bristol County Bar Advocates

President

Education

1992

Suffolk University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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