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

Criminal Defense – 2013

In 2013 Callaghan & Callaghan secured dismissals across Rhode Island for clients charged by the North Kingstown Police, West Warwick Police, Warwick Police, East Greenwich Police, Providence Police, Newport Police, Middletown Police, South Kingstown Police, and Rhode Island State Police.

Civil Litigation – Trial

Callaghan & Callaghan recently secured a trial verdict for a client in the Washington County Superior Court. A dispute over the contractual terms of the purchase and sale of a business began in 2003. After the seller could not secure an agreement with the buyer, she sought out representation from Callaghan & Callaghan.

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