Protect Your Future With Help From A Premier Criminal Defense Firm
Without guidance and advocacy for criminal charges, your future may be at jeopardy. Your career, housing options and educational opportunities may be limited with a criminal conviction on your record. Our law firm offers nationally recognized criminal defense representation. We work to immediately address impending or existing charges against you and mitigate negative outcomes. With assistance from our legal team, you can defend your reputation against false or inflamed allegations.
It is never too early to contact Carney, Gaudet & Carney. The sooner you contact our Boston office, the quicker we can get started on a defense strategy tailored to your goals. Our attorneys are focused 100 percent on criminal defense cases, so you know they deeply understand federal and state laws to best plan your case strategy. Read the following short biographies to learn more about our attorneys:
We Always Believe Your Story
Are you or a loved one dealing with threatening allegations? We want to hear your side of the story. We will believe you and fight for your innocence. Whether you are facing a misdemeanor-level offense or felony criminal charges, we are on your side.
We provide high-quality criminal defense representation to clients in all Massachusetts state courts and in the federal court. We also represent persons who are under criminal investigation. We have represented clients in a wide variety of cases involving sex crimes, fraud charges, murder, involuntary manslaughter, OUI, campus crimes and more. No matter the complexity of the case, we have one goal: to reduce the negative impact of a criminal case on our client’s life.
A Team Approach
Jay Carney is in the prime of his career, and he has surrounded himself with some of the best lawyers from the next generation. They bring different skills to the team, including specialization in certain crimes, impressive legal research and motion writing ability and familiarity with the latest advances in forensic science. Many clients are comfortable having another lawyer in the firm being lead counsel, with Jay involved in strategy discussions, client meetings and trial preparation. This reduced cost of representation allows more clients to employ the firm without diminishing the benefit of having Jay’s experience applied to the case.
Why choose Carney, Gaudet & Carney?
Our attorneys work together as a team, investigating legal matters to the fullest extent. We listen to your goals to dictate a defense strategy based on what you find most important. We strive to empower you with the knowledge to make the best decisions.
We advocate for clients facing all types of criminal charges, with an emphasis on sex crimes, including rape, indecent assault and battery, with child or adult victims, or a mentally disabled individual, with recent reporting or long-delayed reporting of the incident, public or private school, college campus, one-night encounter or longtime boyfriend or acquaintance, step-father or uncle, and police officer or teacher being the alleged perpetrator. Jay has handled these cases for 45 years, with an impressive victory total for clients.
We also handle all other cases alleging fraud, drug crimes, violent crimes, serious OUI charges, and more. Our legal team is skilled at staying one step ahead during federal and state criminal investigations. We help clients either clear their name or secure lesser, more appropriate charges. We also counsel parents and students for college or private school disciplinary hearings. Our attorneys will follow through to fully protect your rights throughout the justice system process, including in criminal appeals.
Contact A Top Criminal Defense Firm — Carney, Gaudet & Carney
We have the skill and experience to represent you no matter what type of criminal charge you are facing. Let us show you how we can help by contacting our firm at 617-404-9683.
Frequently Asked Questions About Carney, Gaudet & Carney
What areas of law do you practice?
Our firm strictly practices criminal defense. We represent individuals accused of all crimes, though many of our clients are charged with sex related offenses.
Where in Massachusetts do you practice?
Most of our cases arise in Eastern Massachusetts where we primarily practice. However, we care about all Massachusetts residents and take cases from all over the state.
Where is your office located?
We are located at 20 Park Plaza in Boston, Massachusetts. When visiting us at the office, please first check in with the front desk. They will provide you with a visitor pass to access the rest of the building. We are located on the 14th floor, in suite 614. There are multiple parking garages available around us. We look forward to meeting with you!
Is Jay going to be the attorney on my case?
Jay is the lead counsel on most of the cases in the firm. Jay assigns an experienced partner or associate attorney from Carney, Gaudet & Carney to be his co-counsel on a case. The partner or associate attorney handles many of the day-to-day matters under the direct supervision of Jay. Our firm prides itself on being a team and working together.
An exception is when another attorney in the firm has been specifically appointed by a judge to represent an indigent defendant who cannot afford to retain or hire a lawyer. Jay is always available to consult on the case with his colleague.
What can I do to help during my representation?
The first and most important thing you can do is not discuss your case with anyone besides legal counsel. If you are asked about your case by a friend, politely let them know that you promised your attorney to not discuss the matter with anyone but legal counsel. Also, maintain your records and any other evidence you may have in your case.
What are your business hours?
We are open Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. Feel free to contact us call or email us after hours. Never hesitate to reach out and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Do you do free consultations?
Our attorneys contact every potential new client within 24 hours of getting an inquiry. We discuss the basic facts of the potential new client’s case to determine if it is the type of case we handle or not. This conversation is free of charge. While we cannot provide you with free legal advice, we strive to assist every potential new client however we can.