Alan A Amaral, LAW OFFICE - Fall River, MA
The Law Office of Alan A. Amaral is a venerable Fall River, Massachusetts law practice established in 1975, managed by Attorney Karen Augeri Benson, delivering distinguished advocacy across personal injury, criminal defense, environmental law, estate planning, and business disputes in Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Experienced Advocacy in Fall River, Massachusetts and Rhode Island
Founded in 1975 by veteran attorney Alan A. Amaral, the Law Office of Alan A. Amaral has stood as a bastion of reliable legal representation across southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island for five decades. Located at 226 South Main Street in historic Fall River, the firm is led by Attorney Karen Augeri Benson, who has directed the practice since 1998. With admissions in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island, the firm couples seasoned courtroom experience with a relentless dedication to constitutional guarantees and client-centered justice.
Whether you need to consult a Fall River personal injury lawyer following a motor vehicle collision, defend against criminal accusations, or resolve a complex environmental regulatory matter, the firm offers selective, high-attention representation. By maintaining a controlled case inventory, Attorney Karen Augeri Benson ensures that each client receives personalized attention, thorough trial preparation, and assertive advocacy at every phase of the legal process.
Dedicated Personal Injury Representation with Zero Upfront Fees
A serious physical injury can instantly disrupt your employment, physical well-being, and financial security. The firm is not a high-volume settlement mill; instead, it focuses on delivering dedicated attention to individuals suffering from catastrophic harm caused by negligence. All personal injury cases are handled on a contingency fee arrangement, meaning clients pay no legal fees unless financial compensation is successfully obtained:
- Motor vehicle accidents involving passenger cars, commercial delivery vehicles, and highway collisions.
- Premises liability claims, including hazardous slip and fall accidents on commercial and residential property.
- Dog bite injuries and animal attack claims under Massachusetts and Rhode Island strict liability statutes.
- Workers compensation representation for employees suffering catastrophic workplace and construction injuries.
- Free initial consultations and accessible accommodations, including home visits for severely injured clients.
Zealous Criminal Defense in District and Superior Courts
If you have received a summons, learned of an ongoing investigation, or been arrested, retaining skilled legal representation is imperative. Attorney Karen Augeri Benson upholds a longstanding tradition of aggressive criminal defense across Massachusetts and Rhode Island trial courts, having secured key landmark reversals before the Massachusetts Appeals Court:
- Operating under the influence of alcohol or drugs (OUI and DWI defense), challenging breath tests and traffic stops.
- White-collar crime investigations, financial embezzlement allegations, and property theft charges.
- Drug possession and distribution offenses, violent crime allegations, and weapons charges.
- Administrative hearings for professional license defense and registry of motor vehicles license suspension appeals.
Environmental Law, Chapter 21E, and Land Use Matters
Attorney Benson possesses distinctive regional authority in environmental law and land use litigation. Having served as President of the Board of Save the Bay and actively contributed to the Taunton River Watershed Alliance, she delivers exceptional counsel for complex environmental disputes. The practice advises property owners, corporations, and municipal entities on Massachusetts Chapter 21E oil and hazardous waste cleanup liability, wetlands enforcement actions, zoning appeals, and regulatory permitting before state environmental agencies.
Business Litigation and Generational Estate Planning
For fifty years, the firm has counseled three generations of local families and commercial enterprises. From marine businesses and manufacturing corporations to trade contractors, the office drafts commercial agreements and litigates breach of contract claims. Additionally, the firm prepares comprehensive wills, revocable trusts, powers of attorney, and health care proxies, while skillfully guiding families through Bristol County probate administration.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the historic Corky Row neighborhood of Fall River, situated just south of downtown and near St. Anne's Shrine.
Building Location
This office is located in a historic brick commercial condo building built in 1900 at 226 S Main St, which houses several individual executive office suites.
Parking Details
For clients, metered street parking is available directly in front of the building along South Main Street, with public lots located nearby in the downtown area.
Public Transit
Served by Southeastern Regional Transit Authority (SRTA) Route 101 (South Main); nearest stop is at Pettine Transit Center (Fall River).
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the main front glass entrance on South Main Street and follow the interior corridor to locate Suite 6 on the first floor.