Salem Criminal Defense Attorney

Being Accused is Traumatic. We Understand.

We Get You Safely Through the Storm.

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Defending good people who have a really bad day.

Salem's J. Michael Ruane Judicial Center

Clerk's Office: (978) 744 1167

‍Court Address: 56 Federal St, Salem, MA 01970

Jurisdictions: Beverly, Danvers, Manchester by the Sea, Middleton, and Salem.

Your Next Steps If You’ve Been Arrested

Do not discuss your case with anyone except your attorney.
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Contact a criminal defense attorney immediately so your rights are protected from the start.

Do not talk to police without your lawyer present—you have the right to remain silent.

Preserve any evidence such as texts, emails, photos, or videos.

Write down everything you remember about what happened while it’s still fresh.

CALL IMMEDIATELY EMERGENCY AFTER HOURS

PROVEN EXPERIENCE

• Nearly 30 years defending good people in Massachusetts criminal cases
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• Extensive and Successful Trial Experience: OUIs to Life Felonies
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• Expert at negotiating great outcomes

LOCAL COURT EXPERTISE

• Extensive relationships with prosecutors, judges, and court personnel in Salem District Court

• Deep understanding of local court procedures and how cases are handled in this specific jurisdiction

COMPREHENSIVE DEFENSE

• High-touch communication
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• Support for those with little or no experience with the criminal system
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• Trauma-informed and have built a vetted network of professionals to help with underlying factors such as trauma, substance abuse, mental illness, and social circumstances
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• We put together treatment plans that get cases resolved

"I knew the moment I spoke to Ernie on the phone he was the real deal... We won our case because of his perseverance and professionalism. He's just a really good person who's in your corner fighting for you."

- C.A

"Attorney Stone understands that every client or potential client that he comes across is going through one of the most difficult periods a person will encounter in life... and he makes it part of his job to make sure you feel supported, calm, and confident throughout the process."

- G.C

"Ernie Stone did such an amazing job in helping me out with my case... I truly felt so comfortable working with him... He went above and beyond, and I could not be more grateful... I would recommend Attorney Stone to anyone."

- M.K

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Our Approach: Comprehensive
Criminal Defense

We do criminal defense differently, and better. We view each client not as a set of legal problems, but as a whole individual living a unique and valued life.

Our Comprehensive Criminal Defense approach means we view you not as a legal problem, but as a whole individual living a unique and valued life. We focus on addressing the underlying issues that may have contributed to your legal situation—with the goal of helping you make lasting positive changes.

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Handling Serious Criminal Charges

We have won acquittals or obtained reduced charges or sentences in many types of criminal cases, including:

Homicide
Vehicular Homicide
Rape & other Sex Crimes
Assault and Battery
DUI / OUI
Strangulation
Domestic Violence
Drug Crimes
Identity Theft
Fraud & White Collar
Larceny
Firearms Charges
Juvenile Offenses
Manslaughter

Ernie was invaluable in realizing a successful outcome to my case. He made the whole process straightforward and relaxed and his advice and assistance was concise and reassuring. I would absolutely hire him again if needed as he worked diligently to ensure a positive conclusion. Highly recommended!

- N.H

Ernie is an incredible lawyer and a wonderful mentor. I would highly recommend him and trust his advice and expertise.

- J.C

An attorney and a team who really cares about their clients. He did his absolute best in the court room and I got my case dropped thanks to him. I recommend to anyone looking for the best lawyer in town! Positive Quality, Professionalism.

- J.B

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What to Expect With Our Team

Immediate Response: Our phones are answered 24/7 by a real person. When you call, someone will actually answer—not voicemail, not an answering service.

Confidential Discussion: Everything you tell us is protected by attorney-client privilege, even before you formally hire us. You can speak freely about your situation.

No Pressure: A free consultation means exactly that—free, with no obligation. We’ll listen to your situation, answer your questions, and explain how we can help.

Clear Next Steps: If you decide to hire us, we’ll explain our fee structure clearly and work with you on payment arrangements that fit your situation.

Immediate Protection: Once you retain us, we begin working on your case immediately—preserving evidence, investigating facts, and protecting your rights.

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