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Equitas Law
- Court
“Our first contact was over the telephone and he took the time to listen and discuss with me my legal options, he was very knowledgeable, compassionate and empathetic during that conversation.”
Best Criminal Defense Lawyers near Brookline, MA
3 of these firms are based in Brookline; the others serve Brookline from towns including Boston (3 mi), Quincy (8 mi) and Dedham (7 mi).
14 open 24/7 · 19 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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Attorney Stefan Rozembersky
- Knowledge
- Court
“Stefan is a very determined and experienced individual he is very punctual very well versed in all aspects of yhe law as well as tactile in his plan of defense ive never felt more at ease or comfortable in a lawyer i have had my share of run ins with...”
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Andrew Dicarlo Berman
“Great Attorney, very professional, walked me through the process, told me what to expect and then proceeded to get me the best possible outcome (besides an acquittal) for my case.”
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Law Offices of Stephen Neyman Criminal Lawyers
- Understanding
- Communication
- Questions
“Although my case was fairly straightforward, Stephen got results as painlessly as possible and it was clear things could have gotten a lot messier without his expertise.”
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Simons Law Office
- Team
- Decision
- Knowing
“From day one Doug would always reach out to us to let us know what is happening wish that was comforting and relaxing and to look forward to the next level I will definitely recommend Simons Law Firm.”
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Brett Levy
- Job
- Confidence
- Knowledge
“Great lawyer very respectable straight forward he always makes sure he has his best interest for you has always been there no matter what highly recommend highly!”
The 24 firms listed for Brookline, MA defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Brookline, MA
The 24 firms on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 1,951 reviews; 15 have 50 or more reviews and 23 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (96%), responsiveness (81%) and quality (72%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "knowledge" and "communication". 14 are open around the clock; 18 are open on Saturdays and 17 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are criminal defense (5), domestic violence (3), drug offenses (2), personal injury (2) and restraining orders (2). 8 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 16 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 34 years. 14 offer urgent consultations; 1 offers payment plans and 11 offer a free initial consultation. 2 have Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for all 24 of the firms on this page; all 24 publish a contact page; 15 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.
Why are firms outside Brookline shown on this page?
3 of the 24 firms are based in Brookline; the others come from other towns. In criminal work the courthouse matters more than the office address, so ask whether a firm appears regularly in the court holding your case.
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Contant Law
- Hearing
- Expertise
- Questions
“Their dedication and commitment to my case were evident from the very beginning, and they consistently demonstrated a level of professionalism that is truly commendable.”
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Rakhlin Law
- Judge
- Criminal Charges
- Outcome
“He encouraged her to be ready to testify, and told her what to expect in the courtroom, based on his years of experience representing clients in similar proceedings.”
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Fiorentino Legal
- Understand
- Skills
- Questions
“On the first day of our meeting, before I even became a client, his legal expertise immediately resolved one of the biggest hurdle I was facing at that time.”
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The Law Office of Matthew J. Kidd & Associates
- Advice
- Call
- Questions
“Attorney Matthew Kidd is a true professional - very knowledgeable, hard-working, dedicated, responsive, and always looking out for your best interests.”
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The Law Office of Rosemary C. Scapicchio
- Work
- Cops
- Pray
“God bless you, I watched the Netflix special and all I saw were Angels around you, may continue to be the light to so many wronged by the system🤎🤎🤎 …”
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Greater Boston Law
- Judge
- Hearing
- Case
“In order to protect myself from points possibly being added to my license, I found Inna at Greater Boston Law and she managed to effortlessly lift all of my citations!”
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Law Offices of Matthew M. Foti
- Job
- Injury
- Case
“After receiving a superior court summons over the weekend for a frivolous claim, we were eager to solicit legal consultation to determine our next course of action.”
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Doran & Doran
- Knowledge
- Number
- Court System
“Doran has extensive experience working to defend individuals who have been accused of certain heinous acts, and making sure these charges/cases result in a lawful dismissal.”
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Criminal Defense Lawyer Paul R. Moraski
- Criminal Charges
- Judge
- Court Room
“Attorney Moraski represented me on 3 Counts of Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon where my ex girlfriend falsely accused me of hitting her and her kid.”
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Law Office of Matthew W Peterson
- Charges
- Counsel
- Court
“Matthew will always make his clients' wellbeing a priority, responding to questions immediately, and will take the best course of action for your success.”
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Dakota Martin Law
- Courtroom
- Hot Water
- Motorcycle
“He was quick to make the necessary moves when it's beneficial to help with the case and was always prepared, and gave full details of why it would be beneficial for the case at hand.”
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Law Office of Michael Thaler
- Responsive
- Respect
- Questions
“I highly recommend this attorney because not only was he stellar in the court room but 2 years later I had a quick question for him and he responded in 20 minutes with the information I needed.”
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Law Offices of Russell J Matson
- Call
- Money
- Honest
“I'm just a normal guy, so I don't know how to say this any better, but when you get this firm, you have the very best that the south shore has to offer.”
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Riccio Law - Criminal Defense Attorney
- Organized
- Choice
- Questions
“I called him on a Sunday morning and I was surprised he answered cause I know if someone called me on a Sunday morning for work I wouldn't answer haha.”
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The Law Office of Attorney Donnalee Leonardo
- Understanding
- Patient
- Court
“In 2019 my husband and myself were in need of an attorney because we were trying to get guardianship of our Granddaughter and her two older siblings who were in DCF custody.”
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Laura Anastasia Brown, Attorney at Law
- Letter
- Review
- Advice
“I received a letter stating "Notice of Intent to Assess" from the Massachusetts Department of Revenue after my company developed some employee tax issues.”
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Scalli Murphy Law
- Outcome
- Happy
“I retained attorney Joanthan Contrada and the law offices of Scalli & Murphy to assist me in a legal battle with my former employer who was claiming false accusations.”
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Da Silva Law Group
- Questions
- Knowledge
- Service
“Michele, when I needed it she served me with great professionalism, competence and punctuality, I recommend everyone to Call her for assistance in her areas of expertise.”
Criminal Law Attorney Services in Brookline, MA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$1599
Maximum cost
$19181
National Average
$5861
Avg Per Hour Rates
$373
$3730
$6394
Typical price range is based on 341 cost profiles
Why these companies made our list
What clients say about firms near Brookline
- “I had the pleasure of working with Chris Fiorentino, and I am truly impressed by his knowledge, professionalism, and excellent advice.” — client of Fiorentino Legal
- “All charges dismissed. He kept me informed about what was happening and what he needed from me.” — client of Rakhlin Law
- “Donnalee was outstanding, a pleasure to work with even in a difficult time.” — client of The Law Office of Attorney Donnalee Leonardo
- “I was very pleased with his work, as well as the results he was able to achieve with the received settlement.” — client of Dakota Martin Law
- “Anthony made dealing with the court system as pleasant as one could hope for.” — client of Riccio Law - Criminal Defense Attorney
Excerpts from public reviews of the firms listed on this page.
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