Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Fall River, MA

15 firms listed · 8 in Fall River · 1 open 24/7 · 2 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 18, 2026

Law Offices of Marc D Roberts

Law Offices of Marc D Roberts

5.0 49 reviews
“Not only did he help with my case, but really showed he cared about me and my future.”
Since 2011
56 N Main St #323
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Sahady Associates

Sahady Associates

4.8 18 reviews
“Thank you Sahady Associates, you truly fought hard for me and I appreciate it.”
Massachusetts Bar since 1959Speaks Portuguese40+ yearsBBB A+
399 N Main St
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Botelho LAW Group

Botelho LAW Group

4.5 44 reviews
“He has a great personality, he's super kind and treats his clients with the up most respect.”
Serves Massachusetts, Rhode IslandSince 2013
901 Eastern Ave #2
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James M Hanley Law Office

James M Hanley Law Office

4.6 12 reviews
“Hanley and the first thing he did was make me calm and confident!”
Open 24 hoursSince 2009
99 S Main St
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Law Office of Frank D. Camera and Associates

Law Office of Frank D. Camera and Associates

4.7 22 reviews
“Attorney Frank's expertise and unwavering support turned what could have been a daunting experience into a manageable and successful outcome.”
Since 2019
99 S Main St Suite 220
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Law Office of Donald A. Brisson

Law Office of Donald A. Brisson

5.0 3 reviews
“Don's calming and confident presence during a very difficult court proceeding ensured that the truth and facts were presented perfectly.”
Massachusetts Bar since 1994Virtual consultationsSince 2001
57 N Main St
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The 15 firms listed for Fall River, 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: Fall River, MA

8 of the 15 firms we list are based in Fall River; the other 7 serve Fall River from New Bedford (9 mi), Somerset (3 mi) and Bristol, RI (10 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 499 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (100%), responsiveness (84%) and quality (73%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "communication" and "understanding". 1 is open around the clock and 2 are open on weekends. 5 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 11 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2001. 1 offers urgent consultations and 1 offers a free initial consultation. We have a website on file for 13 of the firms on this page; 12 publish a contact page and 5 list a public email. 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 Fall River shown on this page?

8 of the 15 firms are based in Fall River; 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.

The Law Office Of Burke, Espinola, & van Colen

The Law Office Of Burke, Espinola, & van Colen

4.8 9 reviews
“If you are looking for an attorney that's going to fight hard for you then look no further.”
Since 2014
120 Purchase St
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Mc Donald Patrick W & McDonald Nicole

Mc Donald Patrick W & McDonald Nicole

4.9 9 reviews
“Both Pat & Nicole are wonderful & great at what they do 💯 …”
FRCE, 139 S Main St
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Sargent Law

Sargent Law

4.9 48 reviews
“His many years of experience shows, and he knows exactly how to get the job done.”
Serves New Bedford, Fall River +9Since 2015
New Bedford, MA · 9 mi from Fall River
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Attorney John B. Seed

Attorney John B. Seed

5.0 17 reviews
“He was always there to communicate if I had any questions and had clear answers.”
Free consultationServes New Bedford, Boston, Bristol CountyBBB A+Since 2017
New Bedford, MA · 9 mi from Fall River
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Law Office of Stephen S. Brown

Law Office of Stephen S. Brown

4.8 6 reviews
“Brown he's hasn't disappoint me at all he's been very helpful with my case.”
BBB A+Since 2018
New Bedford, MA · 9 mi from Fall River
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Sabra Law

Sabra Law

4.6 38 reviews
“The lengths they have gone to in order to benefit me and my family are impossible to describe.”
Since 2021
Somerset, MA · 3 mi from Fall River
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Craig W Fries Law Office

Craig W Fries Law Office

Free consultationBBB A+Since 2005
New Bedford, MA · 9 mi from Fall River
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Rego & Rego Attorneys At Law

Rego & Rego Attorneys At Law

4.6 6 reviews
“Atty Alfred Rego is very professional, answered all my questions and was very helpful during a very difficult time in my life.”
Since 2006
Bristol, RI · 10 mi from Fall River
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Attorney Daniel J. McColgan

Attorney Daniel J. McColgan

4.3 1 review
“He was my court appointed Lawyer for a case and did a fantastic job in getting my case dismissed.”
BBB A+Since 2005
New Bedford, MA · 9 mi from Fall River
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