Massachusetts Criminal Defense Law Firm

At Caselden Law, our Boston Criminal Defense Law Firm prides itself on providing top quality legal representation to clients facing charges in courts throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

As a client of Caselden Law, you will have the invaluable benefit of having a skilled Massachusetts Criminal Lawyer handling every aspect of your case.

Flat-Fee Criminal Defense Representation – Contact Us for a Free of Charge Case Quote

In addition to offering free legal consultations, our firm represents clients facing criminal charges on a flat-fee basis.  Contact us today to speak with a criminal defense attorney about your case and receive a free and confidential flat-fee case quote.

As your Boston criminal defense lawyer, we work tirelessly to develop a well-crafted legal defense strategy that is tailored to the specific circumstances of your court case.

Criminal Charges in Massachusetts


When dealing with criminal charges in Massachusetts, the process and defense depends largely on the circumstances of each case. Generally speaking, one receives notice of potential criminal charges in one of the following ways:

  1. Summons in the Mail for an Arraignment
  2. Summons in the Mail for a Clerk Magistrate’s Hearing on an Application for a Criminal Complaint
  3. Criminal Traffic Ticket / Citation
  4. Arrest
  5. Straight Warrant or Arrest Warrant

If an arrest has been made, the person is brought before the judge on the next business date for an Arraignment.

Arraignments in Massachusetts Criminal Court

An Arraignment takes place if a person has been arrested by the police or has received a summons in the mail after the incident took place.  An arraignment will also be scheduled if you have received a traffic ticket with a criminal offense listed and did not request a clerk magistrate’s hearing within the 4 day time limitation.

At an arraignment, the defendant is formally charged with the offense and a plea of not guilty is entered by the court.  In addition, the District Attorney will address the issue of bail and any other conditions that must be followed while the case is pending.

At the conclusion of the arraignment, the court will usually set the case up for a pre-trial conference.

Some of the more common offenses resulting in arrests include:

At Caselden Law, our Boston Criminal Attorneys have a superior understanding of the criminal justice system.  We will fight for your rights every step of the way from arraignment through trial.

Contact Our Firm for a Free of Charge Case Quote.  Criminal Defense Cases are Handled on a Fixed-Fee Basis.

Clerk Magistrate Hearings on an Application for a Criminal Complaint

For certain misdemeanor crimes, the case may be set up for a Clerk Magistrate Hearing on an Application for a Criminal Complaint.  Some of the more common crimes that are heard at the Clerk Magistrate level include:

While Clerk Magistrate Hearings are often very beneficial, it is important to have an experienced Boston Criminal Lawyer present at your hearing in order to protect your rights.

If you or a loved one is being investigated, has been arrested by the police or has an upcoming court appearance, Contact Caselden Law to speak with an experienced Massachusetts criminal defense attorney about your case.

At Caselden Law, we offer free initial consultations on all criminal cases. Furthermore, all criminal cases are handed on a Flat-Fee Basis.

Criminal Defense

Our Cambridge, MA Criminal Defense Law Firm represents clients facing criminal charges in courthouses in Boston and throughout the Commonwealth – from misdemeanor offenses to felony cases.

Drug Charges

As a client of Caselden Law, your Boston Drug Charge Lawyer will aggressively defend your rights through proven trial advocacy.

OUI / Drunk Driving

If you or a loved one has been arrested for DUI / DWI Drunk Driving, contact our firm to speak with an experienced DUI Defense Attorney.

Criminal Record Sealing / Expungment

Being arrested or charged with a crime in Massachusetts often has a long lasting impact on one’s work, school and daily life.  Our Boston Law Firm provides top legal counsel to those individuals seeking to seal /expunge their Massachusetts Criminal Record.

Motor Vehicle Crimes

If you have been charges with a criminal offense in relation to a driving or motor vehicle crime, our dedicated Boston Firm will work tirelessly to provide you with the best legal defense available.

MA License Suspensions & Traffic Tickets

Our Massachusetts Law Firm represents clients dealing with MA Driver’s License Suspensions, Traffic Tickets, Surcharge Appeals and all other motor vehicle issues.

Assault & Battery

Our skilled Boston Assault & Battery Defense Law Firm has extensive experience defending those charged with Assault & Battery offenses in Massachusetts.

Other Practice Areas

Caselden Law handles a wide range of additional cases and legal matters throughout the Commonwealth.

SUPERIOR LEGAL SERVICES

Being investigated, arrested or charged with a crime or other unlawful violation is often a stressful and difficult experience. In addition to facing potentially serious penalties if convicted of an offense, the consequences of having a criminal record often extend well past the courtroom.

Often times, those charged with committing an illegal offense in Massachusetts also face negative consequences at their place of employment, school or other aspect of their lives. With these potentially severe and long lasting consequences of being charged with a crime in mind, it is important to contact a Boston Criminal Defense Attorney as soon as possible to discuss your options.  At Caselden Law, we fight for your rights and provide you with aggressive legal representation during every stage of the process.

From the moment that we begin representing you until the case is resolved, we will zealously advocate on your behalf. We will closely examine each and every piece of evidence that the district attorney has in his or her possession and will file motions challenging any aspect of the evidence which may be inadmissible at trial.

In addition, we will closely cross-examine any and all potential witnesses, including police officers & expert witnesses, in order to give you the highest likelihood for success. We will also explore the possibility of resolving the case through plea negotiations with the district attorney should that be applicable to your situation. Furthermore, your criminal defense attorney will fully explain your legal rights and will explore every legal argument available in your case.

Our firm handles a wide range of criminal matters, including:

Through the use of our hands on and analytic trial strategy, we will leave no question unanswered. Beyond the careful examination of the evidence being offered by the prosecution, we will be sure to present your side of the story to the court. As your voice, we will closely review police reports, 911 calls, arrest reports, booking videos, breathalyzer tests, photographs, physical objects, witness testimony and any other available evidence. We will work tirelessly on your case so that you may have peace of mind knowing that you are in good hands.

Contact Us for a Free Fixed-Fee Case Quote

At Caselden Law, we charge no fee for an initial consultation. If you or a loved one is facing potential criminal charges in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, contact our office to set up your free of charge initial consultation with a dedicated criminal defense attorney today.

Our Firm Charges a Flat-Fee for All Criminal Matters.

Contact us by phone or online to receive a free of charge Flat-Fee case quote.

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