Business Details
40 Years
experience
Experienced Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney
The Law Offices Of Steven J Topazio has provided aggressive, client-focused legal representation in Massachusetts for over 30 years. Our practice specializes in criminal defense litigation, handling felony and misdemeanor cases including assault, domestic violence, drug charges, DUI/OUI, and weapons offenses. With a proven track record in both trial courts and appellate proceedings, we combine courtroom experience with personalized attention to protect clients' rights and reputations.Our approach emphasizes early case analysis, strategic evidence evaluation, and leveraging deep familiarity with local judicial systems to achieve favorable outcomes through plea negotiations or trial verdicts. We maintain direct client access to the attorney throughout representation, ensuring informed decision-making at every stage of the legal process.
Services
Criminal Defense
DUI/DWI Defense
Domestic Violence
Drug Charges
Weapons Offenses
Restraining Orders
Probation Violations
Sealing Records
Juvenile Defense
White Collar Crimes
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of Massachusetts criminal defense experience
- Direct attorney access throughout case proceedings
- Proven track record in complex felony prosecutions
- Strategic early case investigation approach
- AV Preeminent-rated attorney for legal excellence
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell
- Super Lawyers
- The National Trial Lawyers Top 100
- American Society of Legal Advocates
What people say
"Incredible! If you need a lawyer, hire him!"
"HIGHLY recommend Steven and his Law practice"
"won every time"
"actually answers his phone"
"made me feel like his only client"
Services
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice handles felony and misdemeanor cases across Massachusetts. With over 30 years of experience, we defend clients against charges including assault, domestic violence, and drug offenses. Our approach combines early case analysis, strategic evidence evaluation, and courtroom advocacy to protect clients' rights and reputations through plea negotiations or trial verdicts.
DUI/DWI Defense
Specialized DUI/DWI defense representation challenges chemical test results and police procedures. We handle license suspension issues and negotiate reduced charges while maintaining direct client communication throughout Massachusetts RMV proceedings and criminal court cases.
Domestic Violence
Our domestic violence defense focuses on protecting clients' rights while addressing complex family dynamics. We challenge evidence credibility and work to prevent protective order violations while maintaining clients' employment and personal relationships through strategic courtroom representation.
Drug Charges
We defend against drug possession, distribution, and trafficking charges with strategic challenges to search and seizure procedures. Our approach emphasizes minimizing criminal record impacts while addressing potential rehabilitation options for favorable sentencing outcomes.
Weapons Offenses
Our firearms charge defense challenges weapon possession allegations and licensing issues. We leverage deep knowledge of Massachusetts gun laws to negotiate charge dismissals or reduced penalties while protecting clients' Second Amendment rights.
People
Steven J. Topazio
Criminal Defense Attorney
AV Preeminent-rated attorney with 30+ years of Massachusetts criminal defense experience. Super Lawyers honoree and National Trial Lawyers Top 100 member. Specializes in felony/misdemeanor defense with focus on DUI, domestic violence, and weapons offenses.
Questions
What criminal charges do you handle in Massachusetts?
We defend all felony and misdemeanor charges including DUI/DWI, domestic violence, drug offenses, weapons violations, and white collar crimes across Massachusetts courts.
How does your firm approach criminal defense cases?
We begin immediate case investigation, analyze evidence admissibility, and develop strategic defense plans while maintaining direct client communication throughout every legal proceeding.
What are the benefits of hiring an experienced defense attorney?
Our 30+ years of courtroom experience provides critical advantages in negotiating plea deals, challenging evidence, and achieving charge dismissals or reduced penalties through proven legal strategies.
How do you communicate with clients during their case?
Clients receive direct attorney access throughout representation, with regular updates and explanation of legal options at every stage of the criminal justice process.
What differentiates your legal services from other firms?
We combine AV-rated legal excellence with personalized attention, maintaining direct attorney-client relationships without associate delegation while leveraging deep local court knowledge.
