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Trusted Criminal Defense & Legal Advocacy in Boston
Gens & Stanton, P.C. is a boutique law firm in Boston, MA, providing powerful legal representation for criminal and civil matters since 1991. Our team of highly skilled attorneys, including William E. Gens, Bradford R. Stanton, and Bryan R. Colella, offers decades of combined experience in criminal defense, civil litigation, and transactional law. We prioritize personalized strategies tailored to each client's unique circumstances, leveraging our deep understanding of Massachusetts courts and legal systems. Our practice spans assault and battery, domestic violence, drug crimes, DUI, felonies, juvenile cases, sex crimes, theft, and violent crimes, alongside civil litigation in business, corporate, franchise, real estate, and estate planning matters.With a commitment to thorough preparation, open communication, and aggressive advocacy, we protect clients' rights from arraignment through appeals. Our attorneys, graduates of prestigious institutions like Tulane and Harvard, combine academic excellence with practical expertise to deliver cost-effective solutions. We serve clients in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, and federal courts, maintaining strong relationships with local legal entities to ensure up-to-date representation. Our boutique structure allows focused attention on every case, ensuring clients receive the time and effort necessary to build compelling defenses.
Services
Criminal Defense
Domestic Violence
Drug Crimes
DUI Defense
Felonies
Juvenile Crimes
Sex Crimes
Theft Crimes
Violent Crimes
Civil Litigation
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in criminal defense and civil litigation.
- Our attorneys graduated from nationally recognized institutions like Tulane and Harvard.
- We provide personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
- Our boutique firm structure allows focused attention on every case.
- We maintain strong relationships with local legal entities and prosecutors in Massachusetts.
What people say
Brilliant, so prepared
True professional
Phenomenal service
Highly recommend
Responsive immediately
Services
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice covers state and federal charges from misdemeanors to capital offenses. We represent clients in assault, drug crimes, DUI, sex offenses, and violent crimes with aggressive courtroom advocacy. Our attorneys leverage decades of experience in Massachusetts courts to challenge evidence, negotiate plea deals, and secure dismissals or reduced sentences. We prepare thoroughly for every stage of litigation, from arraignment through appeals, ensuring clients' rights are protected throughout the process.
Domestic Violence
We defend against domestic violence allegations involving physical, emotional, or psychological abuse allegations. Our attorneys challenge evidence credibility, explore self-defense claims, and address false accusations in family court contexts. We work to prevent protective orders, minimize sentencing impacts, and protect clients' parental rights. Our defense strategies consider relationship dynamics and procedural nuances in Suffolk County courts to achieve favorable outcomes.
Drug Crimes
We handle all drug-related charges including possession, trafficking, and distribution across Massachusetts. Our defense focuses on challenging search and seizure legality, disputing drug classification evidence, and exploring diversion programs for first-time offenders. We leverage knowledge of state sentencing guidelines to negotiate reduced charges or alternative sentencing options while protecting clients' employment and immigration status.
People
William E. Gens
Attorney
Graduated cum laude from Tulane University Law School, former Harvard Law School adjunct instructor, and founder of Gens & Stanton, P.C. in 1991. Specializes in criminal defense and civil litigation with over 30 years of experience in Massachusetts courts.
Bradford R. Stanton
Attorney
Handles criminal defense matters at trial and appellate levels. Recognized for successful outcomes in complex cases, including redefining Massachusetts indecent exposure law. Provides dedicated representation for clients facing serious criminal charges.
Bryan R. Colella
Attorney
Focuses on civil litigation for small to medium-sized businesses. Provides strategic counsel on business law, corporate law, and commercial disputes with emphasis on practical solutions for ongoing operations.
Questions
What should I do immediately after being arrested in Boston?
Remain silent, request legal representation, and contact Gens & Stanton, P.C. immediately. Avoid discussing your case with anyone except your attorney to protect your rights during questioning and court proceedings.
How can I prepare for my initial consultation with a criminal defense attorney?
Gather all relevant documents including police reports, court summons, and case-related correspondence. Be prepared to discuss case details honestly to help your attorney develop an effective defense strategy.
Can domestic violence charges be dropped if the victim recants?
While victims can express unwillingness to prosecute, Massachusetts prosecutors maintain discretion over case progression. Our attorneys work to challenge evidence credibility and explore defense options when victims withdraw cooperation.
What are alternatives to incarceration for assault charges?
Options include probation, anger management programs, community service, and pretrial diversion. Our attorneys negotiate with prosecutors to secure non-carceral resolutions that minimize long-term impacts on clients' lives.
How does a criminal conviction affect immigration status?
Convictions for crimes involving moral turpitude or aggravated felonies can lead to deportation or inadmissibility. Our attorneys consider immigration consequences when developing defense strategies and collaborate with immigration counsel when necessary.
What differentiates Gens & Stanton from other Boston law firms?
Our boutique structure enables personalized attention, with attorneys directly accessible throughout the case. We combine academic excellence from institutions like Harvard and Tulane with decades of local court experience to deliver strategic, cost-effective representation.
