MetroWest Criminal Defense Lawyer

A criminal allegation can place a career, education, license, and family stability at risk. Winn Law, P.C. serves clients from Newton, Wellesley, Framingham, and surrounding MetroWest communities. Patrick Winn is a former prosecutor and solo criminal defense attorney who works directly with clients to understand the allegation and build a defense around the evidence.

Your home town and your court may be different

Where you live does not by itself identify the court handling your case. The complaint or hearing notice identifies the court and next appearance. Patrick represents clients in Massachusetts District and Superior Courts and can review that paperwork during the initial consultation. The firm serves MetroWest from its Woburn office at 400 TradeCenter, Suite 5900; it does not list an office in Newton, Wellesley, or Framingham.

OUI and cases affecting your driving privileges

Patrick handles OUI and motor vehicle charges, including allegations involving negligent operation, leaving the scene, license offenses, and uninsured operation. He examines the evidence supporting the charge and discusses the implications for the client. Read OUI in a Parked Car in Massachusetts? for an example of how a fact-specific defense begins with what the Commonwealth can prove.

Restraining orders and domestic violence defense

A restraining order hearing and a criminal case can arise from the same dispute, but they present different questions. Patrick represents defendants in restraining order proceedings and people accused of domestic violence crimes. He reviews messages, records, witness accounts, and the chronology to identify the evidence that matters. His guide to fighting a Massachusetts restraining order explains that approach.

Early hearings, criminal defense, and records

The practice includes clerk-magistrate hearings, misdemeanor and felony defense, probation violations, record sealing, and Sex Offender Registry Board matters. Patrick evaluates potential dismissal and suppression issues and prepares clients for negotiations or trial. The firm’s case examples show the importance of careful factual preparation; every case requires its own assessment.

A clear first conversation

The first consultation is an opportunity to explain what happened and what concerns you most. Have any complaint, summons, police report, or restraining order available. Patrick discusses the next steps, how he may be able to help, and the scope and cost of representation. Call (857) 415-2415 for a free, confidential consultation, or send Patrick a message.