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Board-Certified DUI Defense in Massachusetts
The Law Office Of James M Milligan is a board-certified legal practice specializing in DUI/OUI defense and criminal law, with a combined 50 years of experience advocating for clients across Massachusetts. Our team, led by attorneys certified in drunk driving defense by the American Bar Association, has successfully resolved over 2,000 trials while maintaining a steadfast commitment to protecting clients' rights and livelihoods. We prioritize transparent communication, leveraging deep expertise in Massachusetts-specific legal frameworks to deliver tailored strategies for complex cases involving license reinstatement, firearm licensing, and felony charges.Our approach combines aggressive courtroom representation with compassionate client support, ensuring informed decision-making throughout every legal process. With a proven track record of securing not-guilty verdicts and dismissed charges, we maintain strong professional relationships within the judicial system while upholding the highest ethical standards in client advocacy.
Services
DUI/OUI Defense
RMV Licensing
Drug Charges
Magistrate Hearings
Firearm Licensing
Criminal Defense
Highlights and features
- Board-certified specialists in Massachusetts DUI defense
- Combined 50 years of experience with 2,000+ successful trials
- Proven success in complex license reinstatement cases
- Direct access to attorneys 24/7 for urgent matters
- Specialized knowledge of Massachusetts-specific OUI laws
Associations and certifications
- American Bar Association (drunk driving defense certification)
What people say
Not guilty verdicts
Professional staff
24/7 availability
License reinstatement success
Thorough preparation
Services
DUI/OUI Defense
Specialized legal representation for alcohol-related driving charges, focusing on evidence suppression, license protection, and courtroom strategy. Our board-certified attorneys leverage Massachusetts-specific legal expertise to challenge breathalyzer accuracy, field sobriety test validity, and procedural compliance. With a track record of dismissed charges and reduced penalties, we provide comprehensive defense from arraignment through trial, including RMV hearing preparation and ignition interlock device requirements.
RMV Licensing
Expert navigation of Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles processes for suspended or revoked licenses. We specialize in hardship license applications, ignition interlock device petitions, and indefinite suspension appeals. Our team secures favorable rulings through evidentiary hearings and documentation of rehabilitation efforts, with particular success in post-DUI license restoration cases requiring technical legal arguments and witness testimony.
Firearm Licensing
Legal counsel for firearm license applications, renewals, and appeals under Massachusetts Chapter 140 regulations. We represent clients facing license revocation due to criminal charges or RMV actions, ensuring compliance with state-specific requirements while protecting Second Amendment rights. Our services include background check resolution, licensing board representation, and appeals for denied applications involving prior alcohol-related offenses.
Drug Charges
Aggressive defense against state and federal drug-related charges, including possession, distribution, and trafficking allegations. Our approach challenges chain-of-custody issues, lab analysis validity, and search warrant compliance. We specialize in cases involving prior DUI offenses and license implications, developing defense strategies that minimize both criminal penalties and professional consequences for clients facing substance-related charges.
Magistrate Hearings
Strategic representation during preliminary hearings to prevent formal criminal charges. We focus on evidence suppression, witness credibility challenges, and procedural violations to secure case dismissals before trial. Our attorneys leverage deep understanding of Massachusetts criminal procedure to negotiate favorable pre-indictment resolutions while preserving clients' records and driving privileges in alcohol-related and other criminal matters.
Questions
What makes Milligan & Higgins different from other DUI attorneys?
We are one of only two Massachusetts firms with board-certified drunk driving defense specialists, offering 50+ combined years of experience and a proven track record of 2,000+ successful trials.
Can you help with out-of-state DUI charges?
While we specialize in Massachusetts cases, we provide free referrals to qualified attorneys in other states through our legal network for out-of-state DUI matters.
How do you handle complex license suspension cases?
Our team has successfully challenged indefinite suspensions and secured early reinstatements using technical legal arguments, including breathalyzer calibration challenges and procedural violations.
What payment options are available?
We offer flexible financing arrangements and accept major credit cards to ensure access to quality legal representation regardless of immediate financial constraints.
Do you handle cases beyond DUI/OUI charges?
Yes, we provide comprehensive criminal defense including drug charges, firearm licensing issues, and magistrate hearing representation while maintaining our core DUI defense expertise.
How quickly can you respond to urgent legal matters?
Our attorneys provide 24/7 emergency consultation with immediate case evaluation available for time-sensitive legal situations requiring urgent intervention.
