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Stephen P. O'Malley Jr.

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  • Criminal Law, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI
  • Massachusetts
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Stephen Neyman
Stephen Neyman January 22, 2025
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
Steve is a tremendous advocate. He is always prepared. He is a tenacious criminal defense attorney. View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

Steve and I have been colleagues for several years. We have had co-defendants together and we have collaborated on defenses for people charged with drug distribution and gun possession cases.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Different Client, Same Side of Case

Steve and I had a very protracted gun possession case together. Our investigation led us to an individual who had videotaped a stop, search and seizure of Hispanic men driving peacefully through a suburban town. The men were unlawfully searched. They were arrested and charged with drug and gun charges. We succeeded in getting all unlawfully seized evidence suppressed.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
For the past two decades we have collaborated on various defenses for people accused of committing crimes.
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Steve understood all pertinent issues. He was able to effectively articulate his position to the judge.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

The legal issues we faced involved an unscrupulous police officer and a district attorney not intent of pursuing justice. Steve's understanding of the law helped us secure a dismissal for our respective clients.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

We had a motion to suppress that embraced several legal issues. Steve's understanding of the issues and his ability to articulate them to the judge was impressive.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Steve is an effective communicator. He effectively communicates legal and factual issues to judges and juries.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Steve's candor, respect for his colleagues, respect for the judges and the law in exceptional.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Criminal defense.
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Litigation
  • Trials
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes
Jennifer Manning-Zoll
Jennifer Manning-Zoll February 4, 2025
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
Steve is an excellent lawyer and his fees are very reasonable. An excellent criminal lawyer to have in one's rolodex. View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

Steve & I were co-counsel on a case. I have also referred to him family law clients who had a criminal matter.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Same Client

Steve & I were co-counsel on a case.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
2023 & 2024
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Successfully obtained a restraining order on my client's behalf. Also successfully defended a client in an RMV matter.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

I would not hesitate to refer to Steve domestic clients who have a criminal matter. He is very adept at criminal law.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Steve thinks outside the box. He anticipates arguments and counters them effectively.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Steve is very prompt and responsive to communications. Very patient explaining things.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

I found Steve to be very ethical and professional. He is very mindful of the Rules - both procedurally and ethically - and does not depart therefrom.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
All aspects of criminal law.
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Collaboration
  • Litigation
  • Oral Argument
  • Problem Solving
  • Trials
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes
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