John DeVito

Criminal Defense Lawyer, John E. DeVito

When you need legal representation in the Boston area—especially in a criminal case—you want the best criminal defense attorney you can find and John E. DeVito is that attorney. He has represented clients in criminal law cases for more than 30 years and is recognized by his peers for exceptional ability and strict ethical standards with an AV®Preeminent™ Peer Review RatingSM by Martindale-Hubbell®, the highest rating an attorney can receive from his or her peers and the highest rating an attorney can receive from his his clients.

Representing defendants for various criminal charges

A former Norfolk County Assistant District Attorney, Mr. DeVito is familiar with the local practices, courts, and judges in every town east of Worcester. Now a criminal lawyer, Mr. DeVito represents defendants in the following criminal matters:
•Domestic assault and battery
Assault and battery cases are often complex. If you are charged with domestic assault and battery, it is imperative that you seek legal counsel immediately.
•Drug crimes
If you are charged with the trafficking, distribution, or possession of illegal substances, you need an experienced attorney in drug crimes to represent you. In Massachusetts, convictions for drug crimes carry heavy penalties. Seeking guidance from a drug crime lawyer is imperative to winning your case.
•DUI/OUI/DWI
If one is operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol level of .08 percent or higher in Massachusetts that person is presumed to be under the influence of alcohol. Even your first conviction can result in a jail sentence, a suspended license, and hefty fines. To minimize the penalties, having a qualified DUI lawyer on your side is critical.
•Felonies and misdemeanors
Misdemeanors are punishable by confinement to local Jail or House of Correction and a fine. Felonies may be punishable by death or incarceration in a state or federal prison. As a defendant, you need a qualified criminal lawyer to help ensure you receive a fair trial.
•Larceny crimes
Split between petty or grand, larceny is defined as the unlawful taking and carrying away of property of another with the intent to permanently deprive the owner of the property. Convictions for any larceny crime presents serious consequences for one's future. Hire a criminal defense lawyer to help dismiss, minimize, or reduce the charges.
•Motor vehicle crimes
Motor vehicle crimes such as operating negligently, motor vehicle homicide, or driving while unregistered or uninsured can all lead to expensive fines or license suspension. If you are charged with a motor vehicle crime, you need an experienced attorney to help protect your rights.
•Rapes and sexual assaults
Rape and indecent assaults are serious crimes that carry lengthy jail sentences and lifelong social stigma. Seek qualified legal counsel to see that you are fairly represented.
•Registry of motor vehicles
If your motor vehicle license has been suspended or if you face a possible suspension, a qualified attorney can help assess your case and protect your rights.
•Resisting arrest
Using physical force, threatening to use physical force or running away from a police officer so to prevent an officer from making an arrest can be considered resisting arrest. This charge is often added to other charges but with the help of a qualified attorney these charges can be dropped to lessen the penalties.
•Sealing/Expungement of a criminal record
Having a criminal record can create a barrier to employment, education, and civic opportunities. Sealing your record can protect you against the impediments your record may cause. A qualified criminal attorney can help you through the complicated sealing/expungement process.

Serving Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area

In his Dedham, Massachusetts office, with nine other lawyers who concentrate in various other areas of the law, Mr. DeVito represents clients throughout the Greater Boston area, including the following District Courts:



•Attleboro
•Ayer
•Barnstable
•Brighton
•Boston Municipal Court
•Brockton
•Brookline
•Cambridge
•Chelsea
•Concord
•Dedham
•Dorchester
•Falmouth
•Framingham/Natick
•Lawrence
•Lowell
•Lynn

•Marlborough
•Milford
•New Bedford
•Newton
•Plymouth
•Quincy
•Roxbury
•South Boston
•Stoughton
•Uxbridge
•Waltham
•Wareham
•Westborough
•West Roxbury
•Worcester
•Wrentham

•Essex Superior Court
•Middlesex Superior Court
•Norfolk Superior Court
•Suffolk Superior Court
•Worcester Superior Court


Contact John E. DeVito, Esq. today

If you have been charged with a crime, you need qualified criminal defense attorney working on your behalf. Mr. DeVito represents clients in Boston, Dedham, Wrentham, Stoughton, Quincy, Waltham, Woburn, Newton, Framingham, Natick and other cities in Middlesex & Norfolk County, MA. For immediate assistance, contact John E. DeVito, Esq. at (877) 637-0501 today.

• Assault and Battery
• Drug Crimes, Trafficking, Possession and Distribution
• Larceny Crimes
• Sexual Assault Crimes

Massachusetts

Since 1977

1st Circuit

Since 1979

U.S. Supreme Court

Since 1982

Staff Attorney

Norfolk County Bar Advocates

1986 - 2005

Supervised over 200 private attorneys who accepted court appointed criminal cases.

Suffolk University Law School

J.D. | Law

1974 - 1977

10.0 Superb rating

Avvo

2011

AV®Preeminent™ Peer Review RatingSM by

Martindale-Hubbell®,

2010

This award is the highest rating an attorney can receive from his or her peers and the highest rating an attorney can receive from his or her clients.

Massachusetts State Bar

Member

1977 - Current

Bar Association of Norfolk County

President

2007 - 2008

Bar Association of Norfolk County

President, President Elect, Vice President, Treasurer,Secretary

2004 - 2008