Courtney Kanaga Fogarty

Courtney Kanaga Fogarty

also known as Fogarty Law, Law Office of Courtney K. Fogarty

5.0
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 14 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at New Bedford, MA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime ... +3 more

414 County Street, New Bedford, MA

About Courtney

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 10 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2015

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Virginia for 14 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2011

Associate

No misconduct found

Location

Fogarty Law

414 County Street, New Bedford, MA, 02740

Fogarty Law

46 S. Orleans Rd, Orleans, MA, 02653

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Courtney Kanaga Fogarty's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jean | April 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Can't be more grateful

I have a warrant don't even knew about it..I was charge with 2 felonys and 1 minor I was really frustrated cause never before I being on court for something like that she guide thru everything explaining pros and cons of my case to be ready for anything but always with those final word u gonna be all...right...and let me do my think I love it all 3 cases drop 1 of the felony with a 6 month of stay out of trouble and everything go away she is a beast and the best thanks Courtney

Posted by Blake | February 2, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Complaint Not Issued

Courtney was able to get all serious charges dropped at the magistrate hearing. She was able to build a profile on me and display to the clerk everything good in my life. She was also able pick the police report apart and find all of their mistakes and present them to the clerk in a very compelling w...ay. And she pulled the officer aside and had a short conversation with them about me before entering the court room which I believe really helped in the end.

Posted by anonymous | January 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Charges Dismissed

Attorney Courtney Fogarty represented me with great integrity, knowledge and respect ultimately getting my charges dismissed. She was well prepared and helped me feel secure and understood. Never having been in this situation I’m so glad I had Courtney’s expertise on my side. I highly recommend her c...ompassion and confidence to deliver a good verdict! Leaving the hearing with a clean record was a world of relief I owe to her. Thank you so much for your help!

Posted by anonymous | January 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Intelligent, Professional, and Thoughtful

I was recently falsely accused of a horrible crime, but thanks to the effort Courtney put into the preparation of my case, it didn’t even move on to trial! Initially, I was worried after many fallen through consultations with other lawyers, but she actually took my case on and believed I was innocen...t. Any time I needed to contact her, she made herself available in a short time frame, ready to actually pay attention to me and my case. Come the day of my hearing, she came prepared with the materials and knowledge required, alongside her friendly demeanor. I would highly recommend her!

Posted by Sara Elmoussaoui | December 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Defense Attorney

I didn’t have to go to court because Courtney she did everything for me.. she is an amazing lawyer!!

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Courtney Kanaga Fogarty's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Phippen

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Courtney is one of the finest attorneys I've had the pleasure of working with. As a former prosecutor, I witnessed first-hand her intelligence, diligence, courtroom skill, and knowledge of the law. She brings that same level of devotion and capability to criminal defense. I highly recommend her!"

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Joshua Weinberger

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Attorney Fogarty since she was an Assistant District Attorney in Plymouth County. While on opposite sides, I found her to be a worthy competitor, and a fierce advocate. Now that she is in private practice, I know that Attorney Fogarty will zealously fight for her clients, and I welcome her to the defense bar."

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James DeGiacomo

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Honors

2019

Spot Light Award, Massachusetts District Attorneys Association

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Owner, The Law Office of Courtney K. Fogarty

2015 - 2020

Assistant District Attorney, Plymouth County District Attorney's Office

2011 - 2011

Intern, Virginia Beach Commonwealth Attorney's Office

2011 - 2013

Assistant Commonwealth Attorney, Norfolk County District Attorney's Office

2010 - 2010

Judicial Intern, Virginia Beach Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court

2010 - 2011

Practicum/Intern, National Right To Work Legal Defense Foundation

2009 - 2009

Judicial Extern, United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia

2009 - 2009

Research Assistant, Office of Benjamin Madison, III

2006 - 2007

Legal Assistant, Office of Charles Wright

2004 - 2005

Legislative Aide, Office of State Representative Shirley Gomes

Associations

2021 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association

2021 - Present

Plymouth County Bar Association

Member

2021 - Present

Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2010 - Present

Phi Alpha Delta

Founding Member: Washington Chapter

2014 - 2019

Military Spouse JD Network

Member

2010 - 2011

James Kent American Inns of Court

Mentee

Sample of Legal Cases

Clerk Magistrate's Hearing: Sexual Assault Charges

Criminal complaint did not issue.

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Education

2011

Regent University School of Law

Judicial Doctorate

2006

Framingham State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2019

Training of Police Academy Trainees

How to Testify

2019

N/A

The Importance of Police Testimony

2010

Family Law: Regent Law

Domestic Violence: "Do you know her?"

Publications

2022

Fogarty Law Legal Blog How To Beat An OUI in Massachusetts

Languages

English

Activity

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