Joseph B. Simons

Successfully defending people against criminal charges in Boston and throughout Massachusetts.

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Massachusetts

Criminal Defense Attorney

Simons Law Office

2012 - Current

Defending the rights and freedom of people facing criminal charges in Massachusetts.

Suffolk University Law School

J.D. (2011) | Criminal Defense

2008 - 2011

Honors: Dean's List

Rising Star

Super Lawyers

2017

Each year, no more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor. Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters business, is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The annual selections are made using a patented multiphase process that includes a statewide survey of lawyers, an independent research evaluation of candidates and peer reviews by practice area. The result is a credible, comprehensive and diverse listing of exceptional attorneys.

MASSACHUSETTS ASSOCIATION OF CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYERS

Criminal Defense Attorney - Member

2014 - Current

Activities: MACDL's mission is to preserve the adversary system of justice; to maintain and foster independent and able criminal defense lawyers and to ensure justice and due process for persons accused of crime. MACDL will be an advocate for the advocate.

Lowell man arraigned in connection with striking a 15-year-old bicyclist

The Boston Globe

February 18, 2016

Attorney: Prosecution can't prove women did not consent to bathroom photographs

The Lowell Sun

May 28, 2015

Judge: Abuser 'needs to be caged'

The Salem News

February 5, 2014

From Solo to Managing a Small Firm, Transitions: From Law School to Lawyer & From Solo to Managing a Small Firm, Boston, MA

September 10, 2015

Massachusetts Bar Association

Panelists will discuss how they have succeeded in growing their firms by developing a growth plan, using a coach and utilizing referral networks. As an attorney in a solo or a small firm, you will receive tips on how to grow your practice by expanding and nurturing your attorney referral network, the changes to expect as you grow, and how to plan and respond appropriately.

Clients' Choice Award

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Q. Can my 19-year-old brother drive me to the dispensary with cannabis in the car in MA?

May 15, 2025

A: Sounds like it would be fine, and I presume you meant to say “sealed.” To be extra careful, make sure to keep the package(s) on your lap or near your feet. As long as you’re not sharing with him, I can’t think of a crime that either of you would be committing. That said, without consulting directly and knowing every single fact, I can’t offer legal advice so take this with a grain of salt.

Q. What should I do after receiving a notice for a magistrate's hearing for assault and battery in MA?

May 15, 2025

A: Ideally, you should contact a Criminal Defense Attorney. These hearings are very important and at yours, the magistrate will decide whether you are officially charged with a crime or not. If successful, the case would be dismissed with no record of it on your criminal background. If you are charged, it will likely set off a series of court appearances, along with the potential for a conviction and jail time.

Also, if you go alone, you will have to do the talking on your own behalf. The hearings are recorded and under oath so even if you don’t make any admissions, your statements can be taken out of context and twisted around to be used against you if you are charged. If you go with an attorney, the attorney can do all of the talking on your behalf. ... Read More

Q. What punishment might I face for credit card fraud over $1,200 with no prior record?

May 5, 2025

A: Don’t jump right to punishment, as there could be a defense for your case. Hopefully you get a good lawyer appointed. If you do end up deciding to resolve the case with a plea, though, you may be able to secure a continuance without a finding (“CWOF”), which is kind of like a delayed dismissal after a probationary period.