Powerful
& Personal
Criminal Defense
About Connie
For the first six years of my legal career, I served as a public defender and staff attorney at the Massachusetts Committee for Public Counsel Services (CPCS). I proudly represented over 500 individuals unable to afford attorneys and facing criminal charges in District Courts. I practiced in Cambridge, Somerville, and Malden District Courts, where I honed my oral advocacy skills and developed my courtroom presence.
In 2018, I embarked on a new chapter and established my own private practice. In over 11 years of practice, I have advocated in over 750 cases, achieving life-changing results for my clients by securing numerous dismissals, acquittals, suppression of key evidence by uncovering illegal conduct by police, and preventing criminal complaints from issuing against my clients.
Read Full BioEducation
- J.D. from Northeastern University School of Law, 2012
- B.A. in English & Philosophy from
Northeastern University, 2008
Admissions
- Commonwealth of Massachusetts
- U.S. District of Massachusetts
- Certified by the Committee for Public Counsel Services to receive court appointments in District and Superior Courts, 2018 – Present
Memberships
- Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys
- National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys
Focus of Practice
I practice in state and federal courts, focusing my practice on every stage of criminal defense, including pre-charge investigation, witness representation and representation of the accused all the way through trial and sentencing.
- Grand Jury proceedings
- Clerk magistrate’s hearing
- Arraignment
- Bail and bail review
- Motion hearings
- Evidentiary hearings
- Jury trials
- Bench trials
- Fifth Amendment hearings
- Sentencing hearings
- Probation violation hearings
- 209A Domestic Abuse Prevention Hearings
- 258E Harassment Prevention Hearings
- The accused in a criminal proceeding, from investigation through trial and sentencing
- A target in a grand jury proceeding
- An uncharged witness/non-target in a from grand jury proceeding through trial
- Grand jury subpoenas for witness testimony and documents
- Grand jury petitions to compel buccal swab/DNA sample
- Witness immunity negotiation
- Defendants in 209A abuse prevention hearings
- Defendants in 258E harassment prevention hearings
- A probationer accused of violating the terms and conditions of probation.
- Firearm-related offenses (possession without an FID card, improper storage, Assault and Battery with a Firearm)
- Possession, distribution, trafficking of drugs/controlled substances
- Assaultive offenses/violent Crimes
- Domestic assault and battery
- Abuse prevention order violations
- Solicitation/Prostitution charges and Human Trafficking
- Child abuse
- Sexual assault
- Perjury/Lying under oath
- Theft crimes
- OUI/DWI/”Drunk Driving”
- U.S. Federal District Court of Massachusetts
- Middlesex Superior Courts (Woburn and Lowell)
- Essex Superior Court
- Suffolk Superior Court
- BMC-Central
- BMC-Roxbury
- BMC-Dorchester
- BMC-West Roxbury
- BMC-South Boston
- BMC-East Boston
- Malden District Court
- Somerville District Court
- Cambridge District Court
- Woburn District Court
- Lowell District Court
- Concord District Court
- Waltham District Court
- Lawrence District Court
- Lynn District Court
- Salem District Court
- Peabody District Court
- Brockton District Court
- Wrentham District Court
- Stoughton District Court
- Quincy District Court
- Clinton District Court
Experience
Over 11 years of experience in more than 750 cases
Recent Case Results:
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Commonwealth v. John Doe, Cambridge District Court, 2023
Assault and Battery on Family or Household Member, Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon – Dismissed Prior to Arraignment -
Commonwealth v. John Doe, Somerville District Court, 2021
Home Invasion, Breaking and Entering at Nighttime for a Felony, Assault with a Dangerous Weapon – Dismissed Prior to Arraignment -
Commonwealth v. John Doe, Somerville District Court, 2020
Unarmed Robbery, Assault with a Dangerous Weapon – Pretrial Probation/Dismissed -
Boston Police Department v. John Doe, 2020
Solicitation of Prostitution/Engaging in a Sexual Act for a Fee – No Charges Filed -
Commonwealth v. John Doe, Malden District Court, 2018
Carrying a Loaded Firearm, Possession to Distribute Class B Substance – Dismissed after motion to suppress allowed -
Commonwealth v. John Doe, Somerville District Court, 2018
Indecent Assault and Battery on a Person over Age 14 – Dismissed -
Commonwealth v. John Doe, Malden District Court, 2017
Carrying a Loaded Firearm, Possession of a Firearm without FID card, Possession of Ammunition – Dismissed after motion to suppress allowed
Clients Testimonials
The voices of my clients tell the story of my commitment to excellence in criminal defense. Their experiences and words provide an authentic and insightful glimpse into the dedication and results that define my practice.
I truly do not think there was anyone better for my case than Attorney Connie- she represented me on a case of three felonies (assault & battery) and 2 misdemeanors (disturbing the peace and resisting arrest). From the moment we met in court; her dedication, commitment and willingness to go above and beyond was evident. As an undocumented immigrant, I needed an attorney who would go the extra mile to ensure the best outcome and that is exactly what she did. From building a strong relationship with me as a client, to effectively communicating and educating me on every part of the process; Connie never left my side. My parents and I are forever grateful to have had her on my team, she played a pivotal role in our lives by providing me with exceptionally excellent legal representation.
Connie’s drive to perform the highest quality service to her clients is unmatched and her responsibility and dedication to get the results that her clients deserve is amazing. Her attention to detail and constant desire to win are what saved me from an awful situation. Without Connie in my corner exhibiting stoic professionalism, I would not have gotten the results I deserved.
I had an incredible experience with Connie Tran, she took the time to understand the nuances of both my criminal case where I was the accused and not only got the charges dropped but also helped me clear my record. Connie also represented me as a witness in a separate federal trial and saved me so much time and headache through her expertise and experience and I had as enjoyable an experience as one can have testifying in a federal trial. This was an incredibly difficult and stressful time in my life and it was survivable in large part because of my confidence that Connie was in my corner and knew the cases and the system so thoroughly.
Office
My office is located in the heart of Boston. I love being so closely connected to the community I serve.
ADDRESS
88 Broad Street, Suite 101
Boston, Massachusetts 02110
PHONE
(617) 744-9365
attorney@connietran.com
Connect with Connie
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