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Serpa Law Office is a Massachusetts criminal defense practice led by Attorney Joe Serpa, who has defended criminal cases in the Commonwealth’s District, Municipal, and Superior Courts since 1995. The office appears daily in the courts of Greater Boston from offices in Boston and Quincy, and it limits its practice to criminal defense and the proceedings that travel with it: restraining orders, clerk-magistrate hearings, probation matters, and record sealing. Attorney Serpa’s full profile, including his trial record and background, is linked below.

Client Reviews

He's one of the best people I've met. I'm really appreciative of all the help I received. If you have a serious case, he'll work hard to make sure you have the best outcome. I highly recommend him. You will not be disappointed.

A.J

Mr. Serpa was very helpful with my family member ‘s case. He was able to get it dismissed quickly and easily. He is very professional and very good at what he does. I’m so glad he hired him. You will be glad too if you hire him.

Z.M.

Serpa law office was my attorney of choice for 2 seperate cases I had last year. With both situations, Joseph not only treated me great, delivered the results I was hoping for, and was extremely professional and genuine. I would definitely recommend this law office to anyone in need of legal help.

P.C.

Greater Boston Criminal Law Alerts

Massachusetts Restraining Order and Harassment Prevention Order Appeals: The Week of October 19, 2026

The Massachusetts Appeals Court decisions on 209A abuse prevention orders and 258E harassment prevention orders from the week of October 19, 2026.

When Holding a Person’s ID for a Warrant Check Becomes a Seizure: Commonwealth v. Bennett

In Commonwealth v. Bennett the Appeals Court held that holding a person’s ID for a warrant check was an unlawful seizure and affirmed suppression.

The Age-21 License to Carry Requirement After Bruen: Commonwealth v. Thomson

The SJC upheld the age-21 license to carry requirement in Commonwealth v. Thomson under the Bruen test. What it means for a section 10(a) firearm charge.

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  3. 3 Criminal Defense Since 1995
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