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Segalini, Neville & Maher
“The attorney I was assigned from this law from to represent me in a small claim was super nice and transparent about the whole thing and what role I had.”
Best Criminal Defense Lawyers near Waltham, MA
1 of these firms is based in Waltham; the others serve Waltham from towns including Boston (9 mi), Quincy (15 mi) and Woburn (8 mi).
14 open 24/7 · 19 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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Law Offices of Stephen Neyman Criminal Lawyers
- Communication
- Respects
- Understanding
“I would highly recommend Stephen for anyone looking for an attorney who will truly represent you and go great lengths to help you get the best outcome for your case.”
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Simons Law Office
- Decision
- Information
- Team
“So to summarize and I really mean this, if you want a solid caring knowledgeable defense attorney to represent you in Boston and the surrounding areas, you need to call Joseph Simons.”
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Brett Levy
- Confidence
- Hearing
- Job
“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!”
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Contant Law
- Expertise
- Legal Representation
- Hearing
“I went online and found constant law,pc came right up I do not regret that decision Mike and his staff are 100% professional it was definitely a decision I do not regret”
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Rakhlin Law
- Criminal Charges
- Job
- Judge
“Irv had a very warm demeanor when dealing with our family while learning all the facts but knew exactly when to be assertive when handling us and when handling the business in the court room.”
The 24 firms listed for Waltham, 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: Waltham, MA
The 24 firms on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 2,055 reviews; 16 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 (71%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "knowledge" and "understanding". 14 are open around the clock; 19 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), skip to footer (3), skip to main content (3) and skip to primary navigation (3). 9 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 16 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 30 years. 14 offer urgent consultations; 1 offers payment plans and 12 offer a free initial consultation. 3 have Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for all 24 of the firms on this page; 23 publish a contact page; 12 list a public email and 2 take 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.
Do any criminal law firms listed for Waltham offer free consultations?
12 of the 24 criminal defense firms here state that a first consultation carries no charge. Treat it as a chance to ask how your kind of charge is handled and who would cover your hearings. It is not the moment to describe the facts in detail to several firms in a row.
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Fiorentino Legal
- Skills
- Knowledge
- Understand
“Had a case that was tough he came in there, prepared, ready even made me smile when I thought it was really gonna be tough gave me the good advice and the advice came out more than great.”
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The Law Office of Matthew J. Kidd & Associates
- Call
- Case
- Advice
“This is a court appointed attorney but took this case so serious that not only did they remove the probation but he convinced the court to release her on personal reco.”
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The Law Office of Rosemary C. Scapicchio
- Cops
- Convicted
- Work
“I just would like to commend you on your professionalism, dedication, and determination in everything you have accomplished in your career as an attorney.”
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Doran & Doran
- Number
- Future
- Knowledge
“As a person who has never had the reason to use a Criminal Defense Attorney until recently we navigated through a particularly difficult time and Frank was really amazing.”
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Greater Boston Law
- Hearing
- Informative
- Judge
“Instead of being angry with me (which - let's be honest - I would have been angry with her had the tables been turned), she was very understanding and extremely nice.”
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Law Offices of Matthew M. Foti
- Injury
- Matter
- Job
“Matt dealt with all parties involved including the insurance companies, medical professionals, law enforcement, insurance adjusters and everyone else I would've had to deal with on my own.”
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Law Office of Matthew W Peterson
- Counsel
- Diligence
- Charges
“Despite a long wait on the day of our interview, Matthew stayed with us despite his schedule and the application process was very smooth and ultimately successful with Matthew's help and guidance.”
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Dakota Martin Law
- Hot Water
- Insurance
- Courtroom
“Had few unfortunate circumstances I was accused of being part of or just or dealing with legal information I had no knowledge of and he was a great help for both !”
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Law Office of Michael Thaler
- Respect
- Expertise
- Responsive
“I recommend him to everyone who needs a lawyer and personally and to anyone reading this he is honest to God your best chance , there isn't a nicer guy and a more caring lawyer than Mike.”
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Riccio Law - Criminal Defense Attorney
- Choice
- Magistrate
- Organized
“Anthony was very helpful and professional when helping us, he explained everything thoroughly and answered all our questions, he really makes everything easy and stress free.”
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Law Offices of Russell J Matson
- Money
- Call
- Magistrate
“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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The Law Office of Attorney Donnalee Leonardo
- Patient
- Questions
- Understanding
“I am profoundly thankful for her assistance and wholeheartedly recommend her to others facing similar circumstances, whether it be divorce or any other family-related matter.”
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Scalli Murphy Law
- Happy
- Outcome
“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
- Service
- Knowledge
- Questions
“Additionally, she demonstrated an in-depth knowledge of the law and an exceptional ability to apply that knowledge to resolve my case efficiently and effectively.”
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Law Office of Philip L. Arnel
- Insurance Companies
- Confidence
- Phone Call
“Throughout the entire process, Philip displayed an unparalleled level of dedication, responding to my concerns and ensuring that I was well-informed at every step, alleviating any anxiety I had.”
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Markey Law Partners
- Assault
- Holiday
- False Accusations
“Joe's legal expertise and unwavering dedication to achieving optimal outcomes make him a great partner for anyone seeking top-notch legal representation.”
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Dhar Law
- Feel
- Honest
- Respect
“For more than a decade, when I have sought advice and counsel for myself and friends on challenging legal matters, I have relied on the expertise and experience of Dhar LLP.”
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Roubil Law Offices - Immigration & Criminal Defense
- Citizenship
- Court
“She even offered to help me ask a judge to end my probation early which wasn't something required of her and articulated my case better than I ever could have!”
Criminal Law Attorney Services in Waltham, MA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$1620
Maximum cost
$19437
National Average
$5940
Avg Per Hour Rates
$378
$3780
$6479
Average price range is based on 322 cost profiles
Why these companies made our list
What clients say about firms near Waltham
- “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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