Criminal Defense

Just because you are accused of a crime does not make you a criminal.
Let’s clear your record. Call or email today (401) 294-4555

criminal defense

What to do if you’ve been arrested

If you or a family member has been arrested for any kind of criminal charge call Callaghan & Callaghan. We have the experience and expertise to ensure that your rights are protected throughout each step of the criminal justice system. Without an experienced criminal defense attorney at your side, you could end up with a conviction that affects you, your family, your employment, and your future.

If you are charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance please contact our office immediately.  We have a proven track record of helping clients avoid criminal charges. By acting quickly we can minimize the offense and let you move on with your life. Call today!

Any type of violent or threatening behavior could potentially result in a Disorderly Conduct charge. However, an emotional moment should not follow you for life. We can help you get the charges dismissed and clear your record. Call our office today!

Domestic charges often involve heightened emotions. Do not let a bad moment follow you and your family for life. Let our attorneys talk you through the case. With our help you can resolve this type of case that will benefit you today and tomorrow.  Call today to talk it over. We can help.

Experienced Criminal Defense Attorneys

Our criminal defense attorneys represent regular people accused of crimes – not criminals.

Callaghan & Callaghan clients come from local families.  Any arrest is an emotional and embarrassing situation. James and Matt understand there are always more than one side to a story. Your side of the story is important to us.

We work with our clients for quick, quiet, and quality results.

We seek achievable goals:

  1. To clear your name.
  2. Keep your record clean.
  3. Minimize any criminal exposure.

James and Matt have decades of experience as both prosecutors and criminal defense attorneys.  Our attorneys use their understanding of the system for you.

If you want to keep your record clean and to clear your name call us today for a free confidential consultation (401) 294-4555.

In any criminal misdemeanor or felony charge the sooner we can start working with you the better.

We have a proven track record of success:

Recent Success in Criminal Defense

Dismissal – Domestic Simple Assault – Washington County – October 2015

A husband called Callaghan & Callaghan after being charged with simple assault – domestic in Washington County. By working closely with client Callaghan & Callaghan devised a thoughtful alternative strategy to defend the client. Callaghan & Callaghan’s attorneys secured a dismissal of all charges. Client reunited with his wife, preserved employment, and all records of the arrest were expunged.

Criminal Trial

Last fall Callaghan & Callaghan defended a client in a simple assault trial in Washington County. Based on the police reports and apparent lack of reliable evidence Callaghan & Callaghan requested a trial. At trial the testimony and the presentation of evidence resulted in a not guilty finding for our client.

DUI

A Callaghan & Callaghan client recently was charged by a local police department with an alcohol related DUI charge. The reports showed that the client did not take the field sobriety tests. The town sought harsh sanctions despite an apparent lack of evidence. At trial the case was dismissed.

Criminal Matter- Larceny

Through extensive pre-trial negotiation with the Attorney General we were able to secure a dismissal of a felony larceny charge for a client. By identify weaknesses in the case, as well as emphasizing our client’s clean criminal history we were able to secure a dismissal of all felony charges as pre-trial.

Simple Assault

A disagreement between two parties resulted in criminal charges filed against our client. After pre-trial the matter was dismissed. Callaghan & Callaghan successfully argued that the town could not proceed with the case based on a constitutional issue.

Let’s talk. Confidential. Free. No obligation.

Call (401) 294-4555.

Contact Us

© 2026 Callaghan & Callaghan Law