Massachusetts Domestic Violence Charges.
Domestic allegations arrive fast — often with a 209A order, an immediate no-contact provision, and pressure to enter a quick plea. None of those should be accepted without a defense plan. Our Brockton domestic violence attorneys defend with discretion and trial readiness.
District · Superior · Federal
Discreet, decisive defense from day one.
Experienced defense from former prosecutors and public defenders.
Our partners — Benzaken, Maguire, Sheehan, and Wood — began their careers as public defenders or prosecutors before dedicating their practices entirely to criminal defense. That dual perspective shapes how we handle every domestic allegation.
Practicing in District, Superior, and Federal Courts across Massachusetts, our domestic violence lawyers handle 209A hearings, A&B on a household member, criminal harassment, strangulation, and violations of abuse prevention orders.
From restraining orders to felony domestic prosecutions.
We aggressively defend clients accused of domestic offenses — challenging the underlying allegations, contesting 209A orders, and fighting for dismissals or acquittals at every stage.
209A Restraining Orders
Defense at the 10-day 209A hearing — where firearms, housing, and contact are all on the line.
A&B on a Household Member
Massachusetts treats household-member A&B as a distinct charge with enhanced consequences.
Strangulation & Suffocation
Felony strangulation charges under M.G.L. c. 265, § 15D — high-stakes prosecutions we defend at trial.
Criminal Harassment
Pattern-based charges built on texts, calls, and social media. Defense begins with the digital record.
Violations of 209A Orders
Even accidental contact can be charged as a violation. We challenge intent and the underlying order.
Witness Intimidation
Frequently charged alongside domestic allegations — defended on both the conduct and the intent.
Stalking
Felony stalking charges that often arise from contested separations and custody disputes.
Probation Surrenders
Defense at surrender hearings arising from new domestic allegations or order violations.
Coordinated defense — across every collateral exposure.
Our Massachusetts domestic violence lawyers work tirelessly to challenge evidence, document recantations and inconsistencies, and contest the 209A from the first hearing. Many domestic allegations are charged on thin facts and resolve favorably with the right preparation.
We coordinate any related divorce, custody, or housing exposure so a single allegation does not cascade into permanent harm. If you are facing charges, contact us today to protect your rights.
- Aggressive preparation for the 10-day 209A hearing
- Document recantations and inconsistencies properly
- Coordinate divorce, custody, and housing exposure
- Firearms surrender and license consequences addressed
Preparation Wins Cases
Every file built for trial from day one.
Take action now — the first hours matter.
Don't wait until it's too late. If you or a loved one is facing a 209A order or a domestic-related charge, reach out to our experienced Brockton domestic violence attorneys today.
Pre-Charge Investigation
Many domestic allegations arrive before formal charges. We intervene immediately — preserving texts, locating witnesses, and shaping the narrative before arraignment.
209A & Arraignment
We prepare aggressively for the 10-day 209A hearing and the first criminal appearance, where firearms surrender and no-contact orders are decided.
Discovery & Motion Practice
Subpoena 911 audio, body-cam, and prior reports. Document recantations and inconsistencies properly — and challenge the Commonwealth at every step.
Trial & Beyond
Every domestic file is built for trial. When the case cannot be dismissed or resolved favorably, we are ready to fight before a jury.
Confidential Consultation
Call now to take the first step in building your defense.
Real attorneys.
One call away.
When the call comes in, you speak with a partner not a screener. Every consultation is confidential, and we respond to every inquiry, typically within hours.
Brockton, MA 02301
After-hours by appointment