Mr. Halpern defends the rights of individuals in high stakes criminal cases, state and federal. His practice includes all criminal matters, ranging from major felonies, including violent crimes, drug trafficking and white collar crimes such as fraud, to misdemeanors.Keith Halpern is the lawyer to call when your freedom or finances are on the line. Those charged with the most serious crimes, and those suffering from the most serious injuries, can rely upon attorney Halpern to fight to protect their interests. In criminal cases, whenever possible, he will pursue investigation to persuade prosecutors to drop charges. In personal injury cases, a favorable settlement is the first goal. When early resolution does not happen, attorney Halpern goes to trial, and he has a track record of winning. He has achieved acquittals in complex murder trials and multimillion-dollar recoveries in personal injury cases. Keith Halpern has a reputation for successfully litigating difficult and challenging cases. Mr. Halpern tries high-level felony cases in federal and state court, including homicide, white collar crimes, drug offenses, RICO, sex crimes and computer crimes. He represents individuals suffering substantial injuries in medical malpractice and complex personal injury cases. In addition, he works to resolve a wide variety of business litigation matters, including representation of medical doctors involved in professional disputes.When facing federal charges, having an attorney with expertise in the federal sentencing guidelines is essential. Keith Halpern knows how to apply these complicated guidelines when negotiating for a better sentence. He is experienced in using the guidelines to achieve the best result possible at sentencing. Attorney Halpern has earned a unique reputation for the successful representation of the mentally ill in criminal cases. He has obtained a “not guilty” jury verdict in an insanity defense murder case – a rarity. He has obtained several other acquittals in homicide cases through negotiations with prosecutors and jury-waived trials before judges. If you have a mentally ill family member facing criminal charges, attorney Halpern has the experience to help you.Injuries in medical malpractice cases are often physically and financially devastating. A family’s future may turn on the outcome. Likewise, when facing criminal charges, your freedom depends upon smart and aggressive representation. The resources available to the other side – whether a prosecutor’s office or a lawyer retained by a malpractice insurer – will be substantial. Attorney Halpern’s career has been a constant fight to level the playing field and win, through skill and hard work. He does not work alone. Attorney Halpern works with renowned experts in criminal forensics, psychiatry and medicine to attack police investigations, scientific evidence or the claim that a medical injury was just bad luck. Much of his business comes through referrals from other attorneys or clients. After receiving a Bachelor of Arts from Brown University, where he graduated magna cum laude, Mr. Halpern earned his Juris Doctor from Harvard Law School. He practices law throughout Massachusetts.
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