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title: "How do I choose the right Massachusetts criminal defense lawyer?"
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date: 2026-04-22
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# How do I choose the right Massachusetts criminal defense lawyer?

Look for three things: experience in the specific courthouse where your case is pending, a track record of actually trying cases rather than pleading everything, and a communication style that treats you like an adult. Ask how many OUIs, assaults, or drug cases the lawyer has handled in the last year, and whether they have tried a jury case recently. Read reviews critically - Bank & Munns is proud of its 1,300+ five-star reviews, but we tell clients to read them and test us with hard questions. A good **Massachusetts criminal defense lawyer** will explain realistic outcomes, not promise results, and will outline the first 30 days of your case. If you cannot get that kind of answer in a consultation, keep looking.