Brockton Criminal Defense and Personal Injury Attorney

If you've been charged with a crime in Brockton or hurt in an accident anywhere in Plymouth County, I'm ready to help. I'm Devin McBride, a Massachusetts criminal defense and personal injury attorney with 15 years of courtroom experience — including regular appearances at Brockton District Court and Plymouth County Superior Court. Whether your case is headed to a district session or escalating to the Superior Court level, I know these courthouses and how they operate.

The Brockton Courts — and What You Need to Know Before Your First Hearing

Brockton District Court handles misdemeanors, lower-level felonies, and arraignments for a wide range of criminal charges originating in Brockton, Abington, Bridgewater, East Bridgewater, West Bridgewater, and Whitman. More serious felony matters move to Plymouth County Superior Court, which also sits in Brockton. Understanding which court has jurisdiction over your case — and what that means for your timeline, bail conditions, and available resolutions — is one of the first things I work through with every new client. That clarity matters from day one.

Criminal Defense in Brockton and Throughout Plymouth County

I've defended clients on a wide range of charges in Brockton and across Plymouth County. Whether you're facing your first OUI, a drug possession charge, an assault allegation, or a probation violation that could send you back to custody, I approach every case with the same goal: the best possible outcome given the facts in front of us. As a former prosecutor, I understand how the Commonwealth builds its cases — and where those cases can be challenged.

 

Criminal defense matters I handle in Brockton and Plymouth County include:

 

Personal Injury Claims Serving Brockton and Plymouth County

A criminal charge isn't the only reason someone needs a lawyer in a hurry. If you were injured in a car accident, hurt on someone else's property, bitten by a dog, or involved in a workplace incident anywhere in the Brockton area, I handle personal injury claims on a contingency basis — meaning you pay nothing unless I recover compensation for you.

 

Personal injury cases I handle for Brockton-area clients:

 

Having one attorney who handles both criminal defense and personal injury is uncommon among local practitioners. If your situation involves both — for example, an accident that also led to a criminal charge — I can address the full picture without you having to coordinate between separate firms.

Why Brockton and Plymouth County Clients Work With Me

Choosing a defense attorney or injury lawyer is one of the most consequential decisions you'll make during one of the hardest periods of your life. Here's what I bring to every case:

 

  • 15+ years of criminal defense experience across every Massachusetts county and court
  • Former prosecutor — I understand how the Commonwealth builds its cases and where they break down
  • Jury trial experience — I don't just negotiate; I'm prepared to take a case to trial when that's what's needed
  • Established relationships with Plymouth County treatment and rehabilitation programs, enabling diversion alternatives for clients dealing with substance-use issues
  • Personal injury representation on a contingency basis — no fee unless I recover for you
  • A dual practice that covers both criminal defense and personal injury under one roof

Frequently Asked Questions About Hiring a Brockton Lawyer

  • Which court handles criminal cases from Brockton?

    Most Brockton criminal cases begin at Brockton District Court, which serves Brockton and several surrounding communities including Abington, Bridgewater, and Whitman. More serious felony charges are prosecuted at Plymouth County Superior Court, which also sits in Brockton. The nature of the charge typically determines which court has jurisdiction.

  • Do you handle cases in Plymouth County Superior Court?

    Yes. I practice in both Brockton District Court and Plymouth County Superior Court, as well as courts throughout the rest of Massachusetts. If your case is at the Superior Court level — or is likely to be bound over — I have the trial experience that level of representation requires.

  • Can you handle my injury claim and my criminal case at the same time?

    Yes, and in some situations it's an advantage to have both handled by the same attorney. I represent personal injury clients throughout Plymouth County on a contingency basis and handle criminal defense matters concurrently when both arise from the same incident or circumstances.