Attorney James M. Milligan
Attorney James M. Milligan
Experience: 21 Years
Area Served: Massachusetts
306 Washington Street
Norwell, MA, 02061
Attorney Message
I am a seasoned Massachusetts drunk driving defense lawyer dedicated to aggressively representing and defending people charged with drunk driving (OUI, DWI, DUI). I am one of the only few lawyers in Massachusetts that is board certified in drunk driving defense. I am the chair of the Massachusetts continuing legal education courses on handling OUI cases and have lectured other Massachusetts lawyers how to best defend clients charged with drunk driving. I handle more drunk driving cases a year in Massachusetts than most attorneys do in their career. If you've been charged with OUI give me a call. I offer a free case evaluation.
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Verification- Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts
- Last verified: 2/18/2014
- Current status is Active
- This attorney has no record of public discipline.
- This attorney has certified that he or she is covered by professional liability insurance.
Education
Massachusetts School of Law, J.D., 1998
Allegheny College, B.A., 1995
Bar Admissions
Massachusetts, 1998
Professional Associations
Massachusetts Bar Association
Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education
National College of DUI Defense
Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
About Me
About James Milligan
James Milligan is one of the only few lawyers in Massachusetts that is board certified in drunk driving defense. He is the chair of the Massachusetts continuing legal education courses on handling OUI cases and has lectured other Massachusetts lawyers how to best defend clients charged with drunk driving (OUI, DWI, DUI). Attorney Milligan is a seasoned and experienced drunk driving lawyer who handles more drunk driving cases a year in Massachusetts than most attorneys do in their career.
Attorney Milligan is a member of the National College for DUI Defense (NCDD), the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL), and the Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (MACDL).
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Avvo Reviews
" I have just finished reviewing all of the written documentation on my DUI arrest. James listened very carefully about my physical issues and details of how the police handled the case and my arrest. Like many of you, I’ve never been in “trouble” with the law and being identified and treated, as a criminal was a very unsettling. The first lawyer I hired discouraged my desire to appeal at the RMV. He said, “Nobody ever wins there.” That may be true, but I wanted a legal advisor to give me every chance and opportunity to plead my case and obtain a favorable outcome. I fired him. James and I researched the law, discussed strategies and went to court with a well thought out plan. I felt I was treated unfairly on many levels by the state but Mr. Milligan was able to focus on issues that would result in a positive outcome regarding my trial. The important stuff: 1. He is readily available. He returns calls ASAP. 2. His office staff is caring, competent and understands and knows how to deal with our frustration. 3. He has some serious courtroom credibility. He identifies and amplifies testimony that helps his client. 4. He has a great understanding of the courtroom process. He is well versed in the intricacies of choosing a jury or a judge for your trial. This choice is influenced by factors that occur right up to the last second. 5. He knows and is respected by the court personnel, officers, judges, secretaries and many of those employed in the justice system. 6. He possesses a demeanor, personality and mindset that are aware and respectful of the law and the people involved. 7. He understands truth, compassion, and fairness and will do his best to help you get the best outcome possible. 8. Well after the trial was over, his office responded to my requests for information. My son, who is a reporter, accompanied me to my pre trial and trial. He has had the opportunity to view and hear many court cases. He said, “Dad, you picked a great lawyer. He is smart, asks great questions and seems to be personally invested in providing you with a good outcome.” As I sat and watched the proceedings while waiting in the courtroom for my trial to begin, I became aware that Jay Milligan possesses a burning desire to do his best for the clients he represents. Jay understands how difficult it is to deal with getting a DUI. Depending on the facts, and your circumstances, I’m sure Jay can offer you the best advice to mitigate possible monetary or freedom penalties. Attorneys with his skills in the Boston area, demand a much higher fee for services."
"Jay was always available to talk about and go over my case. His knowledge and expertise on my situation was outstanding, and he always made me feel comfortable and confident. Jay is a very highly skilled lawyer, and I would absolutely recommend him"
"I am so thankful that we hired Attorney James M. Milligan Jr. and that he took on our case. I did not want my son to take a plea to a CWOF (Continuance without a Finding); cause I knew this would hang over his head for the rest of his life. This was a hard lesson he learned at such a young age, but thankful for the outcome due to Attorney Milligan’s experience in the courtroom and his high expertise and knowledge with the laws"
"I am extremely happy with this outcome. An open container charge carries a 500 dollar fine, but it does not follow me around for the rest of my life and essentially ruin my career. Given the details of my case, many people thought I would not get out of my charges. But, Jay originally said he was goal-oriented and he was in fact goal-oriented. I would highly recommend Jay to anyone who is in need of legal help in which Jay specializes in. I firmly believe he is the best and if I am in need of legal help again, I am turning to Jay"
"Jay was a superb lawyer from the first time we met to our last day in court. I had spoken with several other DUI attorneys in the area before meeting Jay. I immediately knew I wanted him on my side in this situation. He was always so professional, prompt and informative- never hesitating to answer my abundant questions. This my first time dealing with something like this but having Jay there made it infinitely less stressful. We got a positive outcome on my case and I can now move on with my life and career. I owe this peace of mind to Jay and all his hardwork over the past year. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a skilled DUI attorney. "
"Mr. Milligan was instrumental in my case as he was able to assist me with reinstatement of my driver's license. Not only was he efficient, responsive, and knowledgeable, but he kept me very well informed throughout the duration of the case. Mr. Milligan's background and experience with RMV affairs allows his clients to feel very supported. I am grateful to have had his help during a stressful and difficult time."
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Attorney James Milligan represents clients charged with DUI DWI OUI throughout Massachusetts including Barnstable County, Bristol County, Essex County, Middlesex County, Norfolk County, Plymouth County, Suffolk County, and Worcester County.