Attorney Joe Rez

Criminal defense + personal injury

When everything changes, choose a lawyer ready for trial.

Joe Rez brings public-defense experience, nationally recognized trial advocacy, and relentless preparation to criminal defense and personal injury cases.

Criminal defense · Personal injury · Massachusetts

Joe's signature line “Best lawyer in Boston.” Call Joe!

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Criminal defenseArrested, contacted by police, or due in court?Call 617.461.3462Personal injuryInjured and unsure what to do next?Start a private intake request
HarvardCollege & Law School
#704525Massachusetts BBO
2016National Trial Champion
Best AdvocateNational Final Round

Two practices. One trial mindset.

Serious preparation for serious stakes.

Whether the threat is a criminal accusation or the aftermath of a serious injury, the work begins with evidence, a clear strategy, and preparation that gives every option credibility.

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Criminal Defense

Strategic representation from the first investigation or arraignment through motions, negotiation, and trial.

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Personal Injury

Direct advocacy for people facing medical bills, lost income, and an uncertain future after a serious injury.

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Federal Defense

Focused advocacy in federal investigations and prosecutions where the rules, resources, and stakes demand precision.

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Serious Felonies

Trial-centered defense when an accusation threatens freedom, employment, reputation, and family.

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Vehicle Collisions

Help preserving evidence and pursuing accountability after car, motorcycle, bicycle, and pedestrian collisions.

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Unsafe Property & Serious Injury

Representation when dangerous property, negligent conduct, or preventable harm changes a person’s life.

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Joe Rez preparing in a courtroom

A lawyer who listens

Straight talk. Serious preparation.

Joe began his legal career as a public defender, standing beside people when the power of the government was aimed directly at them. That experience defines his work in both criminal defense and personal injury: understand the person first, explain the situation in plain language, investigate thoroughly, and prepare every case as if a jury will decide it.

The client’s life—not a police report, claim number, or insurance file—is the center of the case.
Meet Joe Rez

The Joe Rez Law approach

Direct answers. Deliberate strategy.

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Listen

Your full story matters. The first step is understanding what happened, what is at risk, and what you need now.

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Investigate

Reports and insurer narratives are starting points—not the final word. Evidence, witnesses, and records are tested independently.

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Fight

From motions and negotiation through trial, each decision is made to protect your freedom, recovery, and future.

Recognized advocacy

#1

National Trial Competition champion.

Joe and his Harvard Law teammate won the 2016 National Trial Competition. Joe was also named Best Advocate in the final round.

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Joe Rez presenting in court

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Legal perspective, beyond the courtroom.

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The next move matters

Facing charges or recovering from a serious injury?