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Michael DelSignore
Westborough, MA Domestic Violence Lawyer
Free ConsultationDomestic Violence, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Personal Injury
University of Connecticut School of Law
Michael Delsignore is a Massachusetts Criminal and OUI lawyer in Massachusetts. He is well known for defending OUI cases throughout Massachusetts. Attorney DelSignore has written books On OUI defenses and is frequent guest in the media on OUI and criminal defense topics.
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Jolee Vacchi
Whitinsville, MA Domestic Violence Lawyer
Domestic Violence, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Family
Roger Williams University School of Law
Attorney Jolee E. Vacchi is a respected, experienced, and compassionate family law practitioner licensed in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island. She is the founding attorney of Foundations Family Law & Mediation Center based out of Worcester, MA.
While being an empowering and calming presence for her clients, Jolee also has the uncanny ability to transform into a zealous and compelling legal advocate when the occasion calls for it. Once dubbed “The Weapon” by an opposing party in a divorce case, one of her favorite sayings is: “Underestimate Me– That Will Be Fun.”
Jolee emphatically believes that the best outcomes for families...
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Alan Leslie Rosenfield
Westborough, MA Domestic Violence Lawyer with 41 years of experience
Domestic Violence, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Divorce
Married, father of 2, practicing law since 1983.
Alan advocates forcefully on behalf of all clients. He is responsive to each client’s needs, and is an effective advocate.
Attorney Alan Leslie Rosenfield over the course of his 36 years has successfully represented clients in the Massachusetts Supreme Court; Superior Courts in the Commonwealth involving civil and criminal cases; District Courts in the Commonwealth involving civil and criminal cases; the Juvenile Courts and Clerk’s Hearings in Worcester County; Middlesex County; Hampshire County; and Suffolk County.
Attorney Alan Leslie Rosenfield intentionally concentrates in all aspects of divorce; criminal defense; personal injury, including...
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William D. Kickham
Westwood, MA Domestic Violence Lawyer with 36 years of experience
Free ConsultationDomestic Violence, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Personal Injury
Suffolk University Law School
Attorney William Kickham has more than 20 years of legal practice from diverse positions in law and media, providing counsel on a wide range of legal and trial issues, in both the civil and criminal arenas. Mr. Kickham presently practices law in his own firm in Westwood, Massachusetts, and until recently was the Executive Producer and host of his own TV talk show, At The Bar, previously broadcast on the Comcast network in the suburban Boston market, discussing a variety of legal and litigation issues within Massachusetts and nationally.
In his diverse legal roles, Mr. Kickham has...
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Kristin Weberg
Sharon, MA Domestic Violence Attorney with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationDomestic Violence, Divorce and Family
Northeastern University School of Law
I have nearly twenty years of experience as a zealous, no-stone-unturned advocate for individuals facing significant legal challenges. My approach to counsel is detail-oriented and holistic, always delivered with compassion. I represent people in all phases of the Massachusetts family court process including divorce, parentage, child custody, child support, alimony, and complex asset division.
Throughout my career, I have represented clients in thousands of matters and have tried both felony and misdemeanor cases before juries, including cases involving felony sexual assaults and serious bodily injuries. My experience spans a wide range of charges, including homicide. As a trial lawyer, I...
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Ruthanne Withers
Attleboro, MA Domestic Violence Attorney with 18 years of experience
Domestic Violence, Divorce and Family
Northeastern University School of Law
An associate with the firm and focuses her practice on domestic relations matters, including divorce, custody, child support, contempt, and modification cases. Attorney Withers graduated magna cum laude from The George Washington University in 2000 with a B.A. in Spanish Language and Literature. After graduation she worked for two years as a litigation paralegal for a Washington, D.C., personal injury firm. She graduated with her J.D. from Northeastern University School of Law in 2005 where she participated in the Domestic Violence Clinic. From 2005 through 2013 she was employed as a Staff Attorney at Community Legal Aid specializing...
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Daniel J. Cappetta
Natick, MA Domestic Violence Attorney with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationDomestic Violence, Appeals, Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Suffolk University
Attorney Cappetta is a Juvenile and Criminal Defense Attorney dedicated to fighting for the rights of his clients. Attorney Cappetta is committed to providing high quality defense services to his clients at a price that is fair and reasonable. All fees are charged on a flat fee basis so that clients always know the total cost of representation before making a decision about hiring him.
Attorney Cappetta is a graduate of Stonehill College in North Easton, MA. After college he graduated from Suffolk University Law School in Boston, MA. He has spent almost...
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David R. Yannetti
Dedham, MA Domestic Violence Lawyer with 35 years of experience
Free ConsultationDomestic Violence, Appeals, Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Boston College Law School
By any objective measure, Attorney David R. Yannetti has reached the top of his profession. Attorney Yannetti has achieved an acquittal in a first-degree murder case after first obtaining a new trial for his client, who had served sixteen years in state prison after being wrongfully convicted. Later in the year, Attorney Yannetti was selected to compete in the annual "Battle of the Lawyers," sponsored by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly. Attorney Yannetti's re-creation of his famous closing argument in the Jeffrey Curley murder case earned him top honors, as he took home the trophy for having presented the...
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Lissa McKinney
Dedham, MA Domestic Violence Lawyer with 39 years of experience
Free ConsultationDomestic Violence, Consumer, Criminal Defense and Personal Injury
Suffolk University Law School
Lissa McKinney graduated Suffolk University (1981) and Suffolk University Law School (1984) and started as a trial lawyer with the Committee for Public Counsel Services in Worcester and Boston. Her courtroom and trial experience spans 40 years and more than 1,000 bench or jury trials, probable cause hearings, restraining order hearings and evidentiary hearings. Lissa's practice concentrates on labor and employment law, personal injury, consumer fraud complaints, administrative hearings, and ALL matters of criminal defense.Out of the courtroom, she represent clients at the Registry of Motor Vehicles, Department of Employment and Training, DSS Fair Hearings, disciplinary hearings of...
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Heather Anne O'Connor
Westborough, MA Domestic Violence Lawyer with 13 years of experience
Domestic Violence, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Family
Roger Williams University School of Law
Heather O'Connor is passionate about fighting for the underdog. Maybe it's a husband whose wife only cares about his money and takes advantage of him. Maybe it's a wife who has been controlled emotionally during their entire marriage. Maybe it's a father who has been alienated from his kids. The underdog has no specific definition. It is the person who really needs to be fought for.
O'Connor Family Law has attorneys who focus on litigation, especially high-conflict cases, but the firm also has a number of attorneys who are certified mediators and collaborative law attorneys because what a client needs...
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Craig M Higgins
Marlborough, MA Domestic Violence Lawyer
Free ConsultationDomestic Violence, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Family
Massachusetts School of Law
Craig M. Higgins earned his J.D. from the Massachusetts School of Law at Andover During Craig's law studies he received numerous honors, including multiple CALI excellence for the future awards and participated in the Colleges Trial Advocacy competition in 2017 and 2018, where the team placed #4 in the National Competition and #1 in the Northeast Region.
Prior to law school, Craig earned his B.A., from the University of Massachusetts Boston, cum laude and certificate from the Massachusetts Bay Community College, where he was commencement speaker at the 50th Commencement exercises in 2012. Craig has a background as a real...
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Brian Waller
Worcester, MA Domestic Violence Attorney with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationDomestic Violence, Divorce and Family
New England Law | Boston
I transitioned to divorce and family law after 15+ years working in accounting and operations for start-up technology companies. I strongly believe lawyers overlook the client experience and often force clients to work their way instead of the best way for the client. I try to look at everything from the client's perspective and make every effort to make things as easy as possible for them.
I strongly believe the best way to resolve disputes is through direct communication with the other party. The court system should be the last resort, and we have no problem advising clients that they are...
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Mandy M. Hebert
Worcester, MA Domestic Violence Attorney with 16 years of experience
Domestic Violence, Divorce and Family
Massachusetts School of Law
The legal process can be overwhelming and intimidating. I strive to provide calm through the legal storm. As an experienced family law litigator, I work diligently to meet all of your legal needs including all aspects of divorce proceedings, child custody issues, restraining orders, child support, alimony, modifications and contempts. When clients work with me, they know they will get an aggressive attorney who will fight for their rights, while meeting their needs with sensitivity. I help the legal process make sense. I attended college at Assumption College in Worcester, Massachusetts and...
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Gregory Casale
Worcester, MA Domestic Violence Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Domestic Violence, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Personal Injury
Boston College Law School
Gregory Casale Attorney At Law is a premier Worcester, Massachusetts law office specializing in Criminal Defense and Serious Personal Injury. Since 1998 Attorney Casale has been providing Aggressive Professional Representation to clients located throughout Massachusetts.
In the Criminal Defense arena Attorney Casale has represented thousands of clients with charges ranging from Operating Under the Influence of Alcohol and Drugs (OUI/DWI/DUI) Domestic Assault & Battery, A&B w/Dangerous Weapon, Possession and Distribution of Drugs to Larceny over/under $250 to Murder and Rape and every other charge you can imagine in Courts throughout Massachusetts. The difference between us and other attorneys are our...
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Morgan Bernal Bindbeutel
Sharon, MA Domestic Violence Attorney with 9 years of experience
Free ConsultationDomestic Violence, Divorce, Family and Probate
Northeastern University School of Law
I practice divorce, family law and child welfare law in the greater Boston area. My goal is to assist both men and women in divorce, child custody and support proceedings and paternity, in addition to modifications that arise post judgement. I have extensive experience working with victims in court, particularly women and children who were physically or sexually abused. Most victims want an attorney who "just gets it," and it has been my experience than many do not "get it" nor do they feel comfortable representing or relating to clients with a domestic violence component to their case. Family...
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Joseph Eisenstadt
Westwood, MA Domestic Violence Attorney with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationDomestic Violence, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Family
Emory University School of Law
Joseph Eisenstadt is a founding partner of Eisenstadt Law where he handles all types of criminal charges through the Superior, Municipal, and District Courts of Massachusetts. Prior to private practice, he worked as an Assistant Massachusetts Attorney General and Assistant Suffolk County District Attorney. In these capacities, he prosecuted white collar crimes, narcotics trafficking, fraud, organized conspiracies, environmental crimes, and other misdemeanors and felonies ranging from DUI to assault and battery, and more. He served as prosecutor to the Major Felony and Gang units where he handled serious violent crimes such as shootings and stabbings. He has years of...
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Robert S.C. Meltzer
Wellesley, MA Domestic Violence Lawyer with 10 years of experience
Free ConsultationDomestic Violence, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Juvenile
Boston College Law School and Pennsylvania State University
Attorney Robert S.C. Meltzer will relentlessly fight for the rights of those charged with a crime, thoroughly pursuing all legal options at each step from clerk's hearings and arraignments through trial. As an experienced criminal trial attorney, he is not afraid to take your case to a jury and fight for a not guilty verdict. He will be dedicated to you, and will always thoroughly discuss court procedures, case strategies, and different outcomes to give you the best criminal defense advice possible.
Prior to entering private practice, Attorney Meltzer was an Assistant District Attorney in the Middlesex District Attorney's Office for...
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Amy Saunders
Dedham, MA Domestic Violence Attorney with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationDomestic Violence, Divorce, Family and Personal Injury
Suffolk University Law School
Amy Saunders, Esq. is attorney and founder of Legal Solutions in Dedham, Massachusetts (www.legal.solutions). An experienced litigator, she now devotes her practice primarily to family law. Outgoing and down-to-earth, she makes clients and attorneys feel at ease in solving family and divorce disputes. She was legal counsel in what would become the most important decision of the year, by Massachusetts Lawyer Weekly for changing the way bias cases are handled in Massachusetts. She successfully argued 11 out of 11 cases before the Supreme Court, Supreme Judicial Court and Massachusetts Appeals Court. As a full-time, single mother and divorcee, she brings...
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Edward Molari
Attleboro, MA Domestic Violence Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationDomestic Violence, Appeals, Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
William & Mary Marshall-Wythe School of Law
Attorney Edward Molari has over ten years of experience handling criminal cases in Massachusetts. He has spent the vast majority of that time in private practice representing individual clients handling all criminal matters, including OUI, negligent motor vehicle operation cases, and domestic assault and battery. Edward Molari specializes in drug crimes, gun crimes, and crimes alleging violence.
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Yuliya M. Fisher-Nayyer
Natick, MA Domestic Violence Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationDomestic Violence, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Family
Rutgers School of Law-Newark
Attorney and Mediator assisting clients in family law and child welfare issues, throughout the Greater Boston area.
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Sergey Mikhlin
Framingham, MA Domestic Violence Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Domestic Violence, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and White Collar Crime
Northeastern University School of Law
Sergey Mikhlin is a Massachusetts criminal defense lawyer with nearly fifteen years of criminal litigation experience. His practice focuses on all criminal matters, including OUI/DUI and other driving offenses, drug and weapon offenses, domestic violence and sex crimes, theft and property crimes, violent offenses, and white collar crime.
Mr. Mikhlin is a graduate of Northeastern University School of Law, who has focused much of his career on criminal law. He began his legal career in New York, in the Office of the Nassau County District Attorney as an ...
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Jacqueline D. Cameron Chappell
Worcester, MA Domestic Violence Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationDomestic Violence, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Family
Attorney Chappell holds a Bachelor’s of Arts Summa Cum Laude in Political Science and Government from Framingham State University and a Juris Doctorate from UMass School of Law at Dartmouth where she was a Dean’s Honors Fellow mentor, and a research & writing assistant and tutor. In addition to her legal credentials she has a corporate background which includes positions held within several industries including in architectural engineering, military and government technology contracts, financial investment services and national construction management.
Former partner with civil litigation firm Blais & Parent, J. Cameron Chappell is admitted in several courts including: The United...
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Jonathan D. Molleur
Auburn, MA Domestic Violence Attorney with 7 years of experience
Free ConsultationDomestic Violence, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Landlord Tenant
Massachusetts School of Law
I concentrate my law practice in the areas of Criminal and Landlord-Tenant Law. Going through an eviction or being arrested can be a traumatizing experience with dire consequences. Growing up in an economically challenging environment has given me a unique perspective as an attorney. I have personally experienced the struggles involved with not having access to legal representation as a result of a lack of finances. I strive to advocate for the indigent population because that is who I am and that is who I care about. Since becoming a licensed attorney in 2017, I have not forgotten where I...
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Joseph Robert Leone
Framingham, MA Domestic Violence Attorney with 27 years of experience
Domestic Violence, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Family
Suffolk University Law School
Attorney Joseph Leone graduated Suma Cum Laude from Suffolk University and Cum Laude from Suffolk University Law School. He is licensed to practice law in Massachusetts, New York, and Washington, D.C., as well as the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts.
Website: http://www.LeoneLawOffices.com
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Mary Beth Ayvazian
Worcester, MA Domestic Violence Attorney with 17 years of experience
Domestic Violence, Divorce, Family and Probate
Massachusetts School of Law
As a skilled family law practitioner, Mary Beth is passionate about her work and cares deeply about her clients. This reflects in everything she does.
In family law, probate law and bankruptcy, having an attorney who cares enough to work hard and fight for your best interests makes all the difference.
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Brian Murphy
Worcester, MA Domestic Violence Attorney with 18 years of experience
446 Main St
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Worcester, MA 01608
Free ConsultationDomestic Violence, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Family
Columbia Law School
Brian E. Murphy focuses his practice on criminal defense in the district, superior, and federal courts. Mr. Murphy has spent his entire career focused on defending those accused of crime and advocating for them both in Court and in the various administrative proceedings that often accompany prosecutions.
Mr. Murphy graduated from the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester and from Columbia Law School where he was a James Kent Scholar and the Editor-in-Chief of the Columbia Human Rights Law Review.
Mr. Murphy is a member of the Boston Bar Association, the Massachusetts Bar Association, the Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers,...
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Sarah Kennedy
Framingham, MA Domestic Violence Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Domestic Violence, Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Suffolk University
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John DeVito
Dedham, MA Domestic Violence Lawyer with 47 years of experience
Domestic Violence, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Juvenile
Suffolk University Law School
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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
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Jillian N. Celozzi
Worcester, MA Domestic Violence Attorney with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationDomestic Violence, Cannabis Law, Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Jillian N. Celozzi
Attorney Celozzi graduated cum laude from Providence College in 2003 with a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science. She earned her Juris Doctorate from New England Law Boston in 2006. A former prosecutor with the Worcester District Attorney's Office, she has extensive trial experience. She prosecuted misdemeanors and felonies in both the district and superior courts. After working as a prosecutor for almost five years, Attorney Celozzi joined an area law firm where she gained experience in the areas of civil litigation, probate, and family law. Today she focuses her practice on criminal defense, divorce, and probate...
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Adam D. Schmaelzle
Worcester, MA Domestic Violence Lawyer with 10 years of experience
Free ConsultationDomestic Violence, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Family
Suffolk University Law School
Attorney Adam D. Schmaelzle received his law degree from Suffolk University Law School in Boston, Massachusetts. In pursuit of that degree, he set out to expand his knowledge of Juvenile Law and Children and Families Law at the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office in Boston, MA, and the Department of Children and Families Law Department in Arlington, MA. He also developed a greater understanding of Adult Criminal Law during his time clerking for a well respected criminal defense attorney in Boston, MA.
Armed with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management, Attorney Schmaelzle set up several corporations and...
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Richard C. Bremer, Jr
Dedham, MA Domestic Violence Lawyer with 45 years of experience
Domestic Violence, Divorce, Family and Municipal
Boston University School of Law
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Alan Pransky
DEDHAM, MA Domestic Violence Lawyer with 46 years of experience
Domestic Violence, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Family
In Dedham, Massachusetts, we represent individuals and families in a wide range of areas under the law, including:
•Family law and divorce — including all aspects of divorce law, such as child custody, child support and property division, as well as other family law issues, including spousal abuse, paternity and separation
•Real estate — including guidance for buyers, sellers, lenders, landlords and tenants in a wide range of transactions and litigation issues
•Estate administration and probate — including settling debts, notifying creditors, preparing and filing all documents and resolving any claims against an estate
•Civil law — including personal injury, breach of contract and...
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Samuel Marc Hausman
Mansfield, MA Domestic Violence Lawyer with 35 years of experience
Domestic Violence, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Personal Injury
Boston University School of Law
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Sarah De Oliveira
Framingham, MA Domestic Violence Lawyer
Domestic Violence, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Family
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Melinda Markvan
Walpole, MA Domestic Violence Attorney
Domestic Violence, Divorce and Family
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Joseph B. Simons
Boston, MA Domestic Violence Lawyer with 12 years of experience
Domestic Violence, Appeals, Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Suffolk University Law School
Successfully defending people against criminal charges in Boston and throughout Massachusetts.
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Vikas Dhar
Charleston, MA Domestic Violence Lawyer with 20 years of experience
(617) 880-6155
Schrafft's City Center Powerhouse
529 Main Street, Suite P200
Charleston, MA 02129
Domestic Violence, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and White Collar Crime
Southern Illinois University School of Law
Vikas is widely recognized as a leader in the New England legal community. He specializes in White-Collar Criminal Defense, International Extradition matters and State Criminal Defense. He is a past recipient of the “Excellence in the Law” award by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly and has been recognized by Boston Magazine annually for the past 15 years as a “Super Lawyer” in white-collar criminal defense.
He has twice been invited by the Federal judiciary to serve on Merit Selection Panels to appoint new Federal magistrate judges in Boston, served a 5-year term as a Hearing Officer for the Board of Bar Overseers and...
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Stephen Neyman
Boston, MA Domestic Violence Lawyer with 37 years of experience
Free ConsultationDomestic Violence, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and White Collar Crime
Golden Gate University School of Law
Attorney Stephen Neyman was born in Boston, Massachusetts. He attended Lehigh University earning a degree in government. He went on to law school in San Francisco at Golden Gate University School of Law. After law school Mr. Neyman was employed by the Law Offices of Wilhelm, Thompson, Wentholt and Gibbs where he was part of a criminal defense team. One year later Steve secured a highly coveted position as a Deputy District Attorney at the Los Angeles District Attorney's Office. There, Attorney Neyman prosecuted countless cases including drug crimes, sex crimes and murders. Street gang prosecutions were also a focus...
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Caleb B. Koufman
Boston, MA Domestic Violence Attorney with 7 years of experience
Free ConsultationDomestic Violence, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Education
Northeastern University School of Law
I am dedicated to providing my clients with personalized, cost-effective legal representation.
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Patrick J. Murphy,
Boston, MA Domestic Violence Attorney with 30 years of experience
Free ConsultationDomestic Violence, Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
New England Law | Boston
I have been a practicing lawyer since 1994 and have helped thousands of client with their legal problems. I have significant experience handle criminal cases in courts throughout Massachusetts and I enjoy helping people from all walks of life.
I am easy to contact and I return telephone calls and emails promptly. I am happy to answer any questions that you may have about your case so that you may better understand the process and what to expect going forward.
I believe that my skills as a cross-examiner at hearings and trials is an asset to my clients and I...