Criminal Defense and Personal Injury Attorney Serving All of Plymouth County

Plymouth County is one of the largest counties in Massachusetts, and finding a lawyer who actually practices throughout its courts — not just near one courthouse — is harder than it should be. I'm Devin McBride, and I represent clients facing criminal charges and personal injury claims across every district and superior court in Plymouth County. Whether your case is in Brockton, Plymouth, Wareham, or Hingham, I know the court, the prosecutors, and the judges who work there.

Every Plymouth County Court, Covered

Plymouth County's court system spans a wide geography, and your case will be heard in a specific courthouse based on where the incident occurred. I practice regularly at each of the following:

 

  • Brockton District Court — handles misdemeanors and lower-level felonies for Brockton and surrounding communities
  • Plymouth District Court — serves Plymouth, Kingston, Duxbury, and nearby towns
  • Wareham District Court — covers the county's southern communities, including Wareham, Middleborough, and Carver
  • Hingham District Court — serves the South Shore communities of Hingham, Rockland, Norwell, and Cohasset
  • Plymouth Superior Court (Brockton session) — felony jury trials and serious criminal matters
  • Plymouth Superior Court (Plymouth session) — felony matters for the eastern and coastal portions of the county

 

If you're unsure which court your case is assigned to, call my office. I can confirm your courthouse and walk you through what to expect at your next date.

Plymouth County Criminal Defense

A criminal charge in Plymouth County moves quickly. Arraignments are often scheduled within days of an arrest, and the decisions made in those first appearances — bail, conditions of release, initial plea positioning — can shape the rest of your case. 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 can be challenged.

 

I handle the full range of criminal charges throughout Plymouth County, including:

 

 

For clients whose charges are connected to substance use, I have direct relationships with treatment programs and outpatient facilities throughout the region. In the right cases, I can advocate for diversion or treatment alternatives that keep incarceration off the table. My own sobriety informs how I approach these situations — without judgment, and with a clear understanding of what recovery actually looks like.

Personal Injury Claims Across Plymouth County

If you were hurt in an accident in Plymouth County — on Route 3, on a South Shore road, at a worksite, or on someone else's property — you may have a claim against the party responsible for your injuries. I represent injury victims on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing unless I recover compensation for you.

 

Plymouth County injury cases I handle include:

 

 

The statute of limitations for most personal injury claims in Massachusetts is three years from the date of injury. That window can feel long, but evidence degrades and witnesses become harder to locate over time. The sooner you speak with an attorney, the stronger your position.

Plymouth County communities I serve include Brockton, Plymouth, Wareham, Hingham, Rockland, Norwell, Duxbury, Kingston, Middleborough, Cohasset, Marshfield, and Pembroke. If your town isn't listed, call anyway — if the incident occurred in Plymouth County, I can help.

Why Clients in Plymouth County Choose McBride Law

Hiring a lawyer who practices regularly in Plymouth County courts is different from hiring one who covers the county in name only. Familiarity with local court culture, individual clerks, and the tendencies of prosecutors at each session matters — especially in criminal cases where relationships and local knowledge influence how cases move.

 

Here's what I bring to every Plymouth County case:

 

  • 15+ years of criminal defense experience throughout Massachusetts
  • Former prosecutor — I understand how the other side builds and evaluates cases
  • Jury trial experience in Massachusetts courts
  • Dual practice in criminal defense and personal injury, rare among local attorneys
  • Treatment and diversion relationships for substance-related charges
  • Personal attention — you work directly with me, not a paralegal or associate

Frequently Asked Questions About Plymouth County Legal Representation

  • Which Plymouth County court will my case be heard in?

    It depends on where the incident or arrest occurred. Brockton District Court covers Brockton and nearby communities; Plymouth District Court serves Plymouth, Kingston, and Duxbury; Wareham District Court handles the southern county towns; and Hingham District Court covers the South Shore communities to the north. Felony matters may be assigned to Plymouth Superior Court, which holds sessions in both Brockton and Plymouth. Call my office and I can confirm your courthouse based on the specifics of your case.

  • Do you handle both criminal and personal injury cases in Plymouth County?

    Yes. I represent clients on both sides of that divide — criminal defense and plaintiff-side personal injury — throughout Plymouth County. Very few attorneys in this area handle both practice areas, which matters if your situation involves related legal issues or if you simply want consistent representation from a lawyer who knows the county's courts.

  • What does it cost to hire a Plymouth County injury attorney?

    Personal injury cases are handled on a contingency fee basis, meaning there are no upfront costs and no attorney fees unless I recover compensation on your behalf. Criminal defense fees vary depending on the nature and complexity of the charges. I offer a free initial consultation for both types of cases so you can understand your options before making any decisions.