Lynn Criminal Defense Lawyer and Personal Injury Attorney Serving Essex County

If you've been charged with a crime in Lynn or hurt in an accident on the North Shore, you need an attorney who knows Massachusetts courts from the inside out — not someone learning your courthouse on your dime. I'm Devin McBride, and I've practiced in every county in the state, including Essex County and Lynn District Court. I represent clients in both criminal defense and personal injury matters, so whether you're facing charges or recovering from an injury, you don't need to search for two different attorneys.

Lynn District Court: What You Need to Know Before Your Case Moves Forward

Lynn District Court is the Southern Essex District court, serving Lynn, Swampscott, Saugus, Marblehead, and Nahant. If you've been arraigned or charged with a crime in any of these communities, your case will be heard there. The court handles a full range of criminal matters — from OUI and drug charges to assault, domestic violence, and probation violations. Knowing the local procedures, the clerk's office, and the rhythms of that courtroom matters. I've been there. That familiarity translates directly into how I prepare and how I move your case.

Criminal Defense Representation at Lynn District Court

A criminal charge in Lynn can move quickly. Arraignments happen fast, bail conditions get set before you've had a chance to think clearly, and the decisions made in the first 48 hours can shape the entire trajectory of your case. I handle the full range of criminal defense matters in Essex County, including:

 

 

As a former prosecutor, I understand how the other side builds its case — and where it's vulnerable. I've conducted jury trials across Massachusetts and bring that trial-ready preparation to every case, whether it resolves in a plea or goes to a jury. If treatment is part of the picture, I have established relationships with rehabilitation and outpatient programs statewide that can support a diversion argument or alternative sentencing.

Personal Injury Claims in Lynn and Essex County

If you were hurt in a car accident, a slip and fall, a dog attack, or any other incident caused by someone else's negligence, you may have a claim — and you have a limited window under Massachusetts law to pursue it. I handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing unless I recover compensation for you.

I represent injury victims in Lynn and throughout Essex County in cases involving:

 

 

Every case starts with a free consultation. I'll tell you honestly what your case looks like, what it may be worth, and how I'd approach it — before you make any decisions.

Why Lynn Clients Work with McBride Law

Distance isn't an issue when you're working with an attorney who has practiced across the entire state. Here's what I bring to clients in Lynn and Essex County:

 

  • 15+ years of criminal defense experience throughout Massachusetts
  • Former prosecutor — I know how cases are built and how to challenge them
  • Jury trial experience across multiple counties and courts
  • Established relationships with treatment programs for diversion and alternative sentencing
  • Both criminal defense and personal injury under one roof — no referral runaround
  • Straightforward communication and honest case assessments from the start

Frequently Asked Questions from Lynn Clients

  • Does McBride Law actually appear at Lynn District Court, or will I be handed off to someone else?

    I appear at Lynn District Court personally. I've practiced in every Massachusetts county and court, including Essex County. You work with me directly — not a junior associate or a referral partner.

  • What court handles criminal cases in Lynn, MA?

    Criminal cases in Lynn are heard at Lynn District Court, which serves the Southern Essex District — covering Lynn, Swampscott, Saugus, Marblehead, and Nahant. More serious felony matters may be bound over to Essex Superior Court in Salem.

  • Can the same attorney handle my criminal case and a personal injury claim?

    Yes. I handle both criminal defense and personal injury at McBride Law. If you're dealing with a situation that involves both — a DUI with an accident, for example — having one attorney who understands the full picture can be a real advantage.