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    Massachusetts Has 2362 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 13121 Reviews

    Michael Chinman

    Michael Chinman

    5.04 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Appeals and more
    Bio: Recent Jury Verdict: Worcester District Court, client charged with OUI 3rd offense, and OAS, Subseq. Client failed the breathalyzer test badly, arresting officer testified that client drove erratically, performed poorly on two Field Sobriety Tests...
    Rating:  8.1
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    Andrea Nichole Lance

    Andrea Nichole Lance

    4.97 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Estate Planning
    Bio: I provide family law representation, mediation, and estate planing, as well as criminal defense, to clients throughout Massachusetts. I am a former Assistant State Attorney at the Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office, one of the largest and busiest ...
    Rating:  9.5
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    Gilbert F. Nason

    Gilbert F. Nason

    5.07 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: OUI Criminal Defense in Massachusetts We represent clients in Massachusetts state and Federal courts. We handle all types of criminal cases, civil right and personal injury. Email or call for a free consultation. Nason Law is fixing the scales of ...
    Rating:  7.9
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    Stephen P. Kelly

    Stephen P. Kelly

    5.04 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals
    Review: "I found Mr. Kelly to be an excellent communicator. He explained a difficult legal process in simple terms and then kept me informed of all the progress along the way. I would not hesitate to retain his services in the future."
    Rating:  8.4
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    Dale Marie Merrill

    Dale Marie Merrill

    5.02 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals, Federal Crime and more
    Bio: My practice focuses on criminal trials and criminal appeals,so that I can better stay on top of the issues that affect my clients. I have extensive experience in criminal defense and appeals, including serious crimes involving murder, sex offenses...
    Rating:  9.8
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    Matthew N. Gilman

    Matthew N. Gilman

    4.447 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Licensing, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Attorney Matthew Gilman understands the difficulties his clients face when their driver's license is suspended or they are charged with a crime. When he worked as a Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) hearings officer, he made decisions about whether...
    Rating:  9.1
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    Ilir Kavaja

    Ilir Kavaja

    4.756 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Employment & Labor, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: I am an experienced Attorney who handles primarily, Employment Law, and some Criminal Defense and Family Immigration Law cases. I fight hard for my clients and get results! Call me to schedule a consultation and evaluation of your case. I promise ...
    Rating:  10
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    John Keramaris

    John Keramaris

    4.56 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Landlord & Tenant, Workers Compensation
    Bio: John has litigated in courtrooms across the Commonwealth where he has handled numerous matters for dozens of satisfied clients. His practice focuses primarily on litigation work. His goal in representing clients is not only to secure a favorable o...
    Rating:  8.4
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    Nathaniel Spinney

    Nathaniel Spinney

    5.03 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Probate, Estate Planning and more
    Bio: I have devoted my life to creating equity and seeking justice for all people. Since I've started practicing I have been fighting for the people of Lynn and the North Shore communities. I've been accepting court-appointed criminal defense cases sin...
    Rating:  8.2
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    Eduardo Antonio Masferrer

    Eduardo Antonio Masferrer

    3.47 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration
    Review: "I recommend mssferre 100% to anyone that is looking for a good lawyer he has lots of knowledge, very educated and will do his best to fight your case. I've had him for 3 years,know and he has never failed me always consistent and fights like a lio..."
    Rating:  9.3
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    Joseph Francis Savage Jr.

    Joseph Francis Savage Jr.

    5.01 review
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 44 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Easy going, likeable, easy to talk with for clients but very aggressive in the courtroom in being very efficient in getting things done. organized and gives great advice, but allows and shows the client that he's the final decision-maker in any im..."
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    Craig J. MacLellan

    Craig J. MacLellan

    5.013 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Construction & Development
    Bio: Craig MacLellan is a graduate of Boston College High School and Providence College. After graduating from Providence College, Mr. MacLellan attended Suffolk University Law School and was awarded his Juris Doctor in 2005. Mr. MacLellan is a license...
    Rating:  8.0
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    Austin J Freeley

    Austin J Freeley

    5.08 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: Recently nominated as one of the top 100 criminal defense attorneys in Massachusetts. I have over 20 years of experience in criminal and civil litigation. My focus has always been to obtain the best possible results for my clients in the areas of ...
    Rating:  9.4
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    Sean C. Murray

    Sean C. Murray

    4.25 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "When Sean came onto my case things got way better. He is on my level. He made me feel comfy with him. I def would reccomond him to everyone I know. He is the best in the business! Thank you Sean.."
    Rating:  8.7
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    Mark G Miliotis

    Mark G Miliotis

    5.02 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 48 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation
    Review: "Recommended without reservation as to anything. He is a brilliant lawyer, compassionate person, as well as former all star jock to boot and absolutely trustworthy."
    Rating:  8.6
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    Murat Erkan

    Murat Erkan

    5.032 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, White Collar Crime and more
    Bio: Learn what it means to have a powerful ally on your side. From our focused, team driven approach, to our accessible and friendly staff, enjoy the peace of mind of knowing that you are protected by a respected and capable defense team. Our lawyers ...
    Rating:  9.4
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    Christopher F. Murray

    Christopher F. Murray

    5.04 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Litigation
    Review: "Born and raised in Boston, I moved away to better my life forgetting that legal issue never go away. Attorney Murray took my matter serious as well as keeping my freedom and best possible outcome in his mind every step of the way. An 8yr old outst..."
    Rating:  8.0
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    Jeffrey M. Miller

    Jeffrey M. Miller

    5.08 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: I have been practicing criminal defense for 11 years. I am experienced in the District and Superior Courts of Massachusetts. I have tried a wide-range of charges to juries including Domestic Assault and Battery, OUI, drug Trafficking, Assault to M...
    Rating:  8.8
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    Kayla Weaton

    Kayla Weaton

    4.84 reviews
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime and more
    Bio: I practice criminal defense in both state and federal court. My passion lies in litigation as I have practiced in several areas of law, including criminal defense, family law, as well as civil litigation. At this point in time, I have chosen to fo...
    Rating:  8.3
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    John Elloian

    John Elloian

    5.01 review
    Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Landlord & Tenant
    Bio: I try and handle a limited amount of cases per year in each of my practice areas. I do so in order to give each one of my client's the time and attention they need without compromise. I use a no nonsense approach to lawyering . I encourage you to ...
    Rating:  8.6
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