Joseph B. Simons

Joseph B. Simons is a top-rated criminal defense attorney and the founder of Simons Law Office in Boston. Since launching the firm in 2012, Attorney Simons has built a reputation for securing favorable outcomes in high-stakes cases, including serious felonies like armed home invasion, drug trafficking, and rape. His focused approach, dedication to criminal defense, and creative legal strategies have made him a sought-after advocate in Massachusetts and beyond.

Simons earned his Juris Doctor from Suffolk University Law School in 2011 and a Bachelor of Science from the State University of New York in 2008. He has never worked as a prosecutor, choosing to dedicate his entire legal career to defending the accused. He attributes his success to long hours, intellectual rigor, and close collaboration with his team.

Known for taking on difficult and complex cases, Simons views criminal defense as a precision craft. Given the high stakes involved for his clients, he compares his role to that of a surgeon. His clientele includes professionals, students, parents, and individuals from all walks of life, and he works tirelessly to defend their rights.

Simons has successfully represented clients in more than 90 courts across Massachusetts and has been retained in complex cases nationwide, including New York, Florida, New Hampshire, Maine, California, and Illinois. His track record features numerous acquittals, case dismissals, and reduced charges in both state and federal courts.

Joseph B. Simons has earned numerous accolades, including “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers, and a perfect 10.0 rating on Avvo. His professional affiliations include the Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Massachusetts Bar Association, and the Boston Bar Association.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, Simons Law Office
• Member, Massachusetts Bar Association

Licensed State

• Massachusetts

Education

• Suffolk University Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• State University of New York
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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