Braintree Criminal Defense and Personal Injury Attorney

If you've been charged with a crime or hurt in an accident in Braintree, your case is already moving — and the attorney you hire should know exactly where it's headed. I'm Devin McBride, a South Shore criminal defense and personal injury lawyer with an office minutes from Braintree in Quincy. I've practiced in every Massachusetts county and court, and Quincy District Court is home turf.

Which Court Handles Braintree Criminal Cases?

Braintree criminal cases are heard at Quincy District Court, located at 1 Dennis Ryan Parkway in Quincy. That court serves Braintree, Quincy, Milton, Weymouth, Randolph, Holbrook, and Cohasset. If you've been arrested or received a summons in Braintree, that's where your arraignment, pretrial hearings, and any trial will take place. I appear at Quincy District Court regularly — I know its prosecutors, its procedures, and how cases move through its docket.

Criminal Defense for Braintree Residents

Braintree generates a predictable mix of criminal matters. South Shore Plaza is one of the highest-traffic retail destinations in Norfolk County, which means larceny and shoplifting charges are common. Route 3 and Route 128 run through town, producing a consistent volume of OUI stops and traffic-related offenses. And like every community on the South Shore, Braintree sees its share of drug charges, assault and battery cases, domestic violence allegations, and probation violations.

 

I've handled all of it. With 15 years of criminal defense experience and a background as a former prosecutor, I understand how the Commonwealth builds its cases — and where they're vulnerable. Whether you're facing a first offense or a more serious charge, I'll give you a clear-eyed read on your situation and a defense built around the facts.

 

The criminal charges I defend in Braintree include:

 

  • OUI / DUI (first offense through subsequent offenses)
  • Drug possession and distribution
  • Assault and battery
  • Domestic violence and restraining order violations
  • Sex crimes
  • Shoplifting and larceny
  • Probation violations

Personal Injury Cases Involving Braintree Accidents

Route 3, Route 37, and the commercial corridors around South Shore Plaza see significant accident volume. If you've been hurt in a car crash, struck as a pedestrian, injured in a slip and fall at a store or parking lot, or bitten by a dog in Braintree, you may have a personal injury claim worth pursuing. I handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless I recover compensation for you.

 

Personal injury cases I handle for Braintree clients include:

 

Most attorneys in this area focus on one practice area or the other. I handle both, which matters more than it might seem. Some situations involve a criminal charge and a civil injury claim arising from the same incident — a car accident where the other driver was charged with OUI, for example, or a workplace injury that carries a related criminal element. Having one attorney who understands both sides means your legal strategy stays coherent, and you're not paying two firms to coordinate.

 

My Quincy office puts me close to Braintree, Weymouth, Randolph, and the surrounding South Shore communities I serve. When your case is at Quincy District Court, your attorney is already there.

One Local Attorney for Criminal Defense and Personal Injury

Whether you're dealing with a criminal charge at Quincy District Court or recovering from an accident on the South Shore, I'm ready to hear what happened and tell you where you stand. Call my office or use the contact form to schedule a free consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions About Braintree Legal Cases

  • My arrest happened in Braintree — where will my court date be?

    Braintree falls within the Quincy District Court jurisdiction. Your arraignment and all subsequent hearings will be scheduled at Quincy District Court, 1 Dennis Ryan Parkway, Quincy. If your case involves a felony that gets indicted, it would move to Norfolk Superior Court in Dedham.

  • How much does it cost to hire a criminal defense lawyer in Braintree?

    I offer a free initial consultation so you can understand your situation before making any decisions. Criminal defense fees vary based on the charge and complexity of the case. I'll give you a straightforward explanation of fees at our first meeting with no pressure.

  • Do you handle personal injury cases in Braintree on contingency?

    Yes. Personal injury cases are handled on a contingency fee basis, meaning I only collect a fee if I recover compensation for you. There are no upfront costs to get started.