The Law Office of Megan A. Burns - Fall River, MA

Vigorous Criminal Defense and Trial Advocacy in Fall River

Facing criminal charges or invasive state investigations can be terrifying, especially when your family, livelihood, and future are on the line. Located at 99 S Main Street in Suite 157 in Fall River, directly across from the Fall River Justice Center, The Law Office of Megan A. Burns provides unrelenting, highly skilled legal advocacy. As a former Assistant District Attorney in Bristol County and former agency attorney for the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families, Attorney Megan Burns possesses deep, insider knowledge of prosecution strategies and state agency procedures. As a dedicated solo practitioner, she ensures every client receives direct, responsive communication rather than being handed off to paralegals. If you need a lawyer urgently to confront severe allegations, Megan Burns is prepared to fight aggressively for your rights.

Sexual Assault and Serious Violent Crimes Defense

Accusations of sexual assault, rape, or felony violence carry immediate social stigma and severe mandatory penalties upon conviction. Attorney Megan Burns takes on high-stakes, challenging cases that many other defense lawyers hesitate to touch. Her approach to defending violent crime allegations includes:

• Conducting exhaustive independent factual investigations, locating witnesses, and preserving critical digital evidence.
• Exposing inconsistencies and ulterior motives in complaining witness statements and police interrogation records.
• Challenging forensic reports, medical examinations, and biological evidence through qualified expert witnesses.
• Filing targeted pretrial motions to suppress unconstitutionally obtained evidence, illegal searches, and coerced statements.
• Providing fierce, nonjudgmental courtroom representation during contentious bench and jury trials.

Aggressive Defense for Drunk Driving and OUI Charges

In Massachusetts, operating under the influence (OUI) of alcohol or drugs involves strict penalties, including administrative license loss, interlock ignition devices, steep fines, and possible incarceration. Having handled dozens of OUI cases, Attorney Burns evaluates whether the police had legal grounds for the traffic stop, whether field sobriety tests were administered accurately, and whether breathalyzer protocols were rigorously followed. She crafts strategic defenses tailored to protect your driving privileges and preserve your clean record.

Department of Children and Families (DCF) Defense

When the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families steps into your family life, the consequences can be overwhelming. As a former DCF attorney with nearly five years of inside agency experience, Attorney Burns understands exactly how caseworkers, supervisors, and state attorneys build Care and Protection cases. She represents parents and guardians in emergency custody hearings, 72-hour temporary custody hearings, Fair Hearings to overturn supported neglect findings, and trials concerning the termination of parental rights. Her goal is always safeguarding parental rights and keeping families united.

Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Claims

Beyond her criminal practice, Attorney Burns champions workers and accident victims who have sustained severe injuries through negligence. As skilled workers compensation lawyers and car accident lawyers, she assists employees with claims before the Department of Industrial Accidents and pursues personal injury claims against negligent third parties, obtaining maximum financial compensation for medical costs and lost wages.

Contact Attorney Megan A. Burns Today

When you need to hire an attorney who will stand beside you with courage, tenacity, and proven courtroom skills, find a lawyer who delivers results. Contact The Law Office of Megan A. Burns in Fall River at (774) 623-9600 or email [email protected] for a free, confidential case consultation.