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William Roa was born in Caguas, Puerto Rico, and for the first few years of his early childhood was raised in Bogota, Colombia.  Colombia is where he first learned the Spanish language.  Thereafter, he and his family immigrated to the United States and settled in Worcester, Massachusetts.. In 1991, he earned a high school diploma from Doherty High School – Worcester, then in 1996, a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Massachusetts – Amherst, and finally in 2002, a Juris Doctorate degree from New England Law – Boston.  In the meantime, he had worked for various employers, including city and state agencies, as well as, financial companies, and small to medium sized law firms.

Trial Lawyer specializing in criminal defense (District, Superior and Boston Municipal Court).  Also experienced in personal injury and civil litigation.  Boston based, admitted to practice in Massachusetts and New York.

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Jinyan (Olivia) Wang, Esq. is an immigration attorney focusing on removal defense. She graduated from Osgoode Hall Law School in Canada and is licensed to practice law in Massachusetts, New York and Ontario. As an immigrant from China, Attorney Wang has a deep understanding of the struggles of immigrant community and is dedicated to advocating for immigrant families and asylum seekers.. Attorney Wang has an expertise in waivers of unlawful presence, waivers of inadmissibilities due to criminal convictions/fraud and misrepresentation, family-based petitions, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, VAWA self petitions, adjustment of status, naturalization, response to Request for Evidence (RFE)/Notice of Intent to Deny (NOID), motions to reconsider/reopen and appeals of USCIS denials; asylum applications, withholding of removal, protection under the Convention against Torture; cancellation of removal for LPR and non-LPR, VAWA cancellation of removal, NACARA cancellaton of removal; motions to reopen removal order and appeals to Board of Immigration Appeals.. Attorney Wang can serve clients in English, Mandarin or Spanish.. Before moving to Boston, Attorney Wang clerked at the Ministry of Attorney General of Ontario. Jinyan also worked as a student attorney at Parkdale Community Legal Services, where she provided pro-bono legal services to low-income immigrants on family-reunification applications for refugees, humanitarian and compassionate applications, permanent residence applications, citizenship applications and Pre-Removal Risk Assessments (similar to Cancellation of Removal in the U.S.).. Attorney Wang was awarded the Prize in Refugee Law by the Canadian Association of Refugee Lawyers in 2016.

I represent organizations and individuals in complex litigation and appeals in state and federal court. My practice focuses on litigating contract, business tort and statutory claims in commercial, shareholder, partnership, real estate, construction, employment, consumer protection, internet gaming and sports law disputes. I also provide strategic counseling and advocacy services for corporations and executives facing government investigations and prosecutions in regulatory enforcement and white-collar criminal matters -- particularly, in connection with actions challenging the commercial and financial operations of emerging companies with disruptive technologies. I'm licensed to practice in all Massachusetts State courts, the U.S. District Court for Massachusetts and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit.

I am a graduate of Columbia College and Harvard Law School. I have been an appellate lawyer for more than 36 years and have been in private practice since 1989. In that time, I have drafted appellate briefs in more than 900 criminal and civil cases in both state and federal courts and am the most prolific brief writer in Massachusetts history. I am admitted to practice before the state and federal courts in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. In addition, I am admitted to practice in the United States Courts of Appeals for the First and Eleventh Circuits, as well as the United States Supreme Court. I have been recognized as a Massachusetts Super Lawyer (“Top Rated Appellate Attorney”) every year from 2008 to 2021. I was named a 2017 Lawyer of the Year by Massachusetts Lawyer’s Weekly. I am a member of the Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (MACDL). From 1996 to 2002, I was a hearing officer for the Massachusetts Board of Bar Overseers. From 2006 to 2010, I was a member of the Board of Bar Overseers, finishing my term as Vice Chair of the Board. I have written numerous articles and contributed to a number of legal publications. I lecture frequently on topics relating to both criminal and civil appeals, as well as ethical issue.

David Dwork concentrates in business litigation and personal injury, with a special focus on brain injury. For over 20 years, he has successfully helped countless brain injury survivors in their legal battles, guiding them through the legal system and providing the experience, skill and resources required for a successful trial or out-of-court settlement.. Mr. Dwork is a former Assistant District Attorney for Middlesex County, Massachusetts. He was a law clerk (1978-79) to the Honorable Frank J. Kennison, Chief Justice, New Hampshire Supreme Court. He also served as a teaching fellow at Boston College Law School (1979-80).. Mr. Dwork graduated magna cum laude from Boston University Law School (1977). Mr. Dwork has published numerous articles and is an accomplished lecturer on civil litigation matters, particularly traumatic brain injury. He is very active with the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts, where he serves as their legal counsel and is a past President. He is also a member of the National Brain Injury Association. To learn more about our Traumatic Brain Injury Litigation Group and to connect to resources for brain injury survivors, please visit our brain injury web site at .

Christopher DiBella is the founding partner of DiBella Law Offices, P.C. Few attorneys are able to understand and relate to the hardships accident victims suffer. Chris remembers vividly as a child receiving the call no one ever hopes to receive, that his older brother was involved in a life threatening car accident. He remembers the impact the accident had on him and his family. Chris recalls the stories about his grandfathers who immigrated to the United States with nothing and were forced to work in abhorrent conditions with little to no regard for their safety. He recalls the needless injuries his father suffered as a laborer in the construction industry. As the first generation in his family to attend college, Chris’s father pushed him on the path towards law school very early on. Chris recalls his father coming home from a hard day’s work on the construction site with a 400 page legal textbook for him to read.. His parents saw the legal profession as a place that one could have meaningful and profound impact on behalf of others. Early in his career, Chris fought on behalf of employees who were fired or laid off. He went on to serve the community as a prosecutor in district court. Chris understands that the practice of law is and always has been about the people.. Attorney DiBella offers a free consultation to evaluate your case. No fee unless we win!

Attorney Michele J. Da Silva – Principal, Da Silva Law Group. Attorney Michele J. Da Silva is a dedicated and experienced attorney focusing on criminal defense, family and immigration law. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Rutgers University/Douglass College in 2000 and her Juris Doctor from the Massachusetts School of Law. She is admitted to practice in Massachusetts and the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts.. Prior to law school, Attorney Da Silva worked extensively in immigration law as Executive Manager and Head Paralegal at the Law Offices of Norka M. Schell, LLC in New York City. From 2000 to 2008, she assisted individuals and U.S. companies with family-based and employment-based immigration matters. Her hands-on experience with the immigrant community and passion for justice inspired her to pursue a legal career.. Following law school, she interned with Boston-based criminal defense attorney Roger Witken, gaining valuable courtroom experience. Today, she leads Da Silva Law Group with offices in Boston and Andover, advocating fiercely for her clients in immigration, criminal, and family law matters.. In her family law practice, Attorney Da Silva represents clients in both contested and uncontested divorces, as well as cases involving child custody, child support, spousal support, and prenuptial agreements. She is committed to providing compassionate guidance and strong advocacy during what is often a difficult time in her clients' lives.. Attorney Da Silva maintains a strong professional relationship with Attorney Norka Schell and continues to collaborate with the Law Offices of Norka Schell, LLC to serve clients across the East Coast. Known for their strategic thinking and client-first approach, both attorneys are respected for their tenacity and creative legal solutions.. Fluent in Portuguese and Spanish, Attorney Da Silva effectively communicates with clients from diverse backgrounds, ensuring their voices are heard and their goals understood.. She is the recipient of four CALI Excellence for the Future Awards and is a member of both the Massachusetts Bar Association and the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). She also contributes regularly to the Brazilian Times and Asemana newspapers, providing legal insight to the community.

As the founder of the firm the Law Office of Steven R. Whitman, LLC, Boston lawyer Steven R. Whitman represents those whose lives have been affected because of the negligence of others. Since 1982, Attorney Whitman has been licensed to practice law in Massachusetts. Mr. Whitman’s peers have recognized him with a Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent® Rating. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and his J.D. from the Suffolk University Law School. Contact his firm today for a free consult.

Aggressive, Relentless Defense Fighting False DCF Child Abuse Throughout all of Massachusetts since 1991. No more sleepless nights in fear of losing your child, job and reputationWe will save you time, money, and the headaches with flexible payment optionsFree in-depth no obligation DCF case Evaluation. Attorney Kevin Patrick Seaver has been a trusted, practicing Lawyer since 1991 and is a recognized expert who successfully protects and defends his clients against the Department of Children and Families. Located in Boston, Massachusetts, Attorney Kevin Patrick Seaver successfully defends clients from all over the state of Massachusetts. He has represented over 1000 families in and out of court and has experience in litigation, negotiation and trial court. His prolific record in trials has earned him a distinguished reputation and was subsequently recognized by the New York times as a Distinguished Lawyer for his contributions to Law in 2018.. The Law Office of Kevin Patrick Seaver specializes in legal matters involving The Department of Children and Families (DCF). This includes: DCF child abuse reports, DCF child abuse investigations, DCF interviews, DCF home visits, DCF assessments, DCF releases, DCF service plans, DCF Fair Hearings, DCF custody hearings at both the Juvenile and Probate Court, DCF District Attorney Referrals, and DCF appeals. Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly describes Kevin Patrick Seaver as “a leading expert on trying cases involving the DCF.” He zealously protects and advocates for individuals including adults and children who are involved with the DCF.. Attorney Kevin Seaver graduated from Tulane University of Law school in 1991 where he received his LL.M. He received his Juris Doctorate of Law (JD) from the New England School of Law, graduating in e. He received his BA from the Massachusetts Maritime Academy in 1979. Attorney Seaver is licensed to practice in the State of Massachusetts and is a member of the following legal organizations: The American Association for Justice (AAJ), American Bar Association (ABA), Boston Bar Association (BBA), Juvenile Bar Association (JBA), Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys (MATA), and the Massachusetts Bar Association (MBA)

A 2024 Super Lawyers and Boston Magazine Top Lawyer selection, Attorney Bethany Rogers is a former prosecutor who specializes in Criminal Defense. With nineteen years of trial experience in the Superior, District, and Juvenile Courts of Massachusetts, Bethany Rogers has the knowledge and skill to handle any criminal matter. Her effective litigation of cases inside the courtroom, coupled with her ability to negotiate outside the courtroom, makes Attorney Rogers a skilled advocate for any situation.