team-member

Benjamin Duggan

Boston, MA

N/A

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

DUI and DWI

Language

English

About

Benjamin Duggan is a litigator and trial lawyer. Prior to joining the KJC Law Firm, Ben worked as a staff attorney for the Committee for Public Counsel Services in Lawrence, Massachusetts. Ben has represented hundreds of clients in the trial courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusets, in cases ranging from drug possession and operating under the influence of alcohol or drugs, to armed robbery and aggravated rape. At trial, Ben has successfully obtained not guilty verdicts on a variety of charges, including reckless operation, firearm possession, and assault with intent to murder. Ben has been equally successful in getting his clients’ cases dismissed prior to trial, prevailing in dozens of motions to dismiss and motions to suppress. And when his clients’ suffered adverse rulings, Ben obtained reversals on appeal to the Supreme Judicial Court and the Massachusetts Appeals Court. In one particular case, Commonwealth v. Jessica McDonald, No. 13-P-1365 (Nov. 13, 2014), Ben was able to convince the Appeals Court to reverse a decision against his client, based on a cutting-edge issue in Massachusetts law related to the decriminalization of marijuana. Due to his work in the case, Ben was asked to author a guide for defense attorneys on issues related to changes in Massachusetts marijuana laws. His article, “Recent Case Law Developments Related to Marijuana,” was published in June 2015 by Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education as part of their Cutting Edge Issues in Northern Massachusetts Criminal Law Practice seminar.Ben has also worked on a wide variety of civil cases, including personal injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice, contract, consumer protection, employment, foreclosure, and intellectual property. He has written dozens of memoranda of law regarding motions to dismiss and motions for summary judgment, filed in Massachusetts District and Superior Court and the United States District Court. He has also written several appeals briefs, filed in the Supreme Judicial Court, the Massachusetts Appeals Court, and the First Circuit Court of Appeals.Ben graduated summa cum laude from Suffolk University Law School in 2012. While at Suffolk, Ben was a member of the Suffolk Defenders student clinic, where he was appointed to represent indigent defendants in the Boston Municipal Court. Ben received several academic accolades, including awards for Dinstinguished Oral Advocate and Distinguished Brief. He was also a member of Suffolk’s nationally-ranked mock trial team, where he won a regional championship in the American Association for Justice’s annual competition, advanced to the regional final in the National Trial Competition, and was invited to compete, along with advocates from the top-16 mock trial programs in the country, in the “Top Gun” mock trial tournament at Baylor University, where he advanced to the semi-finals. Ben continues his involvement with Suffolk’s mock trial team by volunteering as a coach.

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

Medical Malpractice

Personal Injury

Employment and labor

DUI and DWI

Language

English

Contact

KJC Law Firm, LLC10 Tremont Street6th FloorBoston, MA, 02108

Office: (617) 996-8756

Website: N/A

Reviews

anonymous
December 27, 2019

It was the worst day in my life, the day I read the charges on that piece of paper; criminal charges were being filed against me; me who had never been in trouble before in my life. My first thought was that I need a lawyer, but I needed someone really, really good and someone who would be sympathetic and understanding of my situation. I was a single parent, new to the city, who made a very bad decision. My searches led me to Benjamin Duggan. He spent over an hour on the phone with me (at no cost) on our initial phone call. I was emotional and scared and told him my account of the story. Terrified was an understatement. I had already spoken with the police; not knowing any better, and probably already said a lot I shouldn’t have said. Ben reassured me that he could help me and we could see how to fix things moving forward. I could tell that he would care about me and about my case. I immediately knew he was the best choice I could make. I consider myself to be knowledgeable and to know what to say, but in the forth coming high stress situations I would face in court, there was absolutely no way I could articulate what he said, in the confident manner or timing that he said it. Almost every month for a year I had a court date and each one seemed to be more stressful and mentally and emotionally draining than the previous. Ben answered every email and every phone call from me (and there were many) in a timely manner; he put my mind at ease and somehow made me feel “better” each time I spoke with him. It was a long year and I spent it worrying, stressing, and agonizing over the situation I had created and what would become my ultimate fate. Meanwhile I continued to work and “stay out of trouble” and tried to be the best person I could be moving forward. My final court date came and I ended up receiving the best sentence I could possibly have imagined. While maintaining privacy, I will tell you that this horrible situation can now be put far behind me and I can continue on with a happy life as Ben had reassured me many times. Although I will not ever need Ben again in this capacity (I’m staying far from trouble), he is the first person I would call if I were ever the victim or needed other legal help. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing representation and cannot say enough positive things about my experience with Benjamin Duggan.

Thomas
December 2, 2019

I was party to a criminal case involving a failed business, loss of investor funds, and payment of restitution. I had never had any previous experience with criminal proceedings prior to this case. I contacted Attorney Duggan regarding my situation, and he was able to meet with me at his office soon thereafter. The initial consultation was both relaxed and professional. He put me at ease while I explained my situation. He explained my options and the premise of my defense, and he made me feel very comfortable. His knowledge, expertise, and experience was on full display. I retained him as my attorney at the conclusion of our meeting. The case proceeded in much the same way Attorney Duggan had planned and laid out. Multiple court dates, document requests and statements, and multiple motion filings were necessary. Throughout the process, Attorney Duggan kept in regular communication, was always available when I needed to speak with him, and I always felt he was in control of the proceeding. The decision of the court and final disposition of the case were exactly what we expected and were hoping for. I could not be happier with the result. Attorney Duggan's retainer and fee structure were extremely reasonable and transparent, and his representation and legal acumen were exemplary. I would not hesitate in the least to retain Attorney Duggan in the future should the need ever arise again. He was outstanding. Simply put, excellent legal representation.

anonymous
April 29, 2019

Let me start by saying that I was Facing any where from a minimum of 10 years to My whole life in jail, And yes it did take almost 2 1/2 years to beat. This guy was great he kept telling me like it was ( no sugar coating it). Plus gave me a lot of advice that made me look at things differently. He was always on top of everything and I mean ( everything ). So much so that a week before trail it was over. I had My ( freedom ) back!! I am ever so great full for his commitment to my case and his diligence in clearing My name.

Joshua
October 10, 2018

I Can't think of anything bad to say about Ben. I was injured in a MVA, called Ben, hired him on the spot. He kept fighting for me until the very end, and did everything possible to get the outcome that he did. If there comes a time again where I need another Lawyer, I will most definitely be calling Ben to represent me.

David
February 20, 2018

He is a great guy. I would recommend him to anyone in need of a lawyer. Very professional and understanding. Made everything easy for me. Talked me through the whole process and made me feel confident. Criminal Application was dissmissed. Overall a very good experience. Best lawyer around

anonymous
January 24, 2022

I was very pleased to have Ben as an attorney. I will spare the details of a very long story, but he did a phenomenal job with my case and even after the matter has been resolved, he has been very helpful with any lingering matters.

Matthew
November 19, 2021

When I first contacted Mr. Duggan, I was very distraught and worried because this was the first time in my life (I'm 31 years old) that I had a criminal case brought against me. I'll spare you the details, but needless to say it was a crime we both felt positive would be a good candidate for Pre Trial Probation. I had no record and from all I read outside of Mr. Duggan's advice, this was the most probable outcome. Fast forward 2 years later, and the case is finally resolved. Why is that? Politics. But Mr. Duggan never waivered. A case that shouldve been resolved in a matter of weeks, was unfortunately taken all the way to the day before a scheduled trial. Because of Mr. Duggan and his uncanny ability to get himself in front of the right people, I was able to resolve the case on the day trial was supposed to start. At no point in the two years did Attorney Duggan give up, or slack off. It was always clear he was giving 100% at all times. If you want a no nonsense lawyer who will never mislead you in any way. Ben is your guy. He is incredible intelligent and knows his way around the Boston Court System. Please take my words seriously because hiring a top notch attorney can be daunting, but look NO FURTHER, this guy will get you the best possible scenerio, no matter what. Thanks Ben!!

Phanor
October 14, 2021

Benjamin is very professional lawyer, all time explain step by step about the case., to first court to the end. Very flexible with the payments, contract on hands, very clear the more important part is the trust and credibility.

Tom
September 8, 2021

If you are looking for a knowledgeable, professional, and responsive attorney I recommend Ben Duggan.  He helped me navigate a "David vs. Goliath" labor dispute -- alas I was "David".  Ben provided expert counsel and education.  He listened and helped me understand different options I could pursue.  Leveraging his experience he deftly worked with me to properly set my expectations.  He made it easy to understand what "Goliath" could and could not do.  Ben's responsiveness was amazing; it seemed like he was on call.  I reached out to him for guidance at random times on different days.  If he was available he picked up the phone.  If he was not available, I received a call back right away.  I highly recommend Ben -- he's an amazing attorney!

Allison
August 27, 2021

I highly recommend Ben Duggan, he was incredible. He is the most persistent, knowledgeable, and dedicated lawyer I've ever had the opportunity to work with. Throughout COVID everything was backed up and moving slowly, but Ben pushed on to get me a resolution and guided me through the process the entire time. I have recommended him to several of my friends and family and will continue to do so. He is the guy you want on your side! Ben, I can't thank you enough for all your diligence and incredible hard work!!

anonymous
December 27, 2019

It was the worst day in my life, the day I read the charges on that piece of paper; criminal charges were being filed against me; me who had never been in trouble before in my life. My first thought was that I need a lawyer, but I needed someone really, really good and someone who would be sympathetic and understanding of my situation. I was a single parent, new to the city, who made a very bad decision. My searches led me to Benjamin Duggan. He spent over an hour on the phone with me (at no cost) on our initial phone call. I was emotional and scared and told him my account of the story. Terrified was an understatement. I had already spoken with the police; not knowing any better, and probably already said a lot I shouldn’t have said. Ben reassured me that he could help me and we could see how to fix things moving forward. I could tell that he would care about me and about my case. I immediately knew he was the best choice I could make. I consider myself to be knowledgeable and to know what to say, but in the forth coming high stress situations I would face in court, there was absolutely no way I could articulate what he said, in the confident manner or timing that he said it. Almost every month for a year I had a court date and each one seemed to be more stressful and mentally and emotionally draining than the previous. Ben answered every email and every phone call from me (and there were many) in a timely manner; he put my mind at ease and somehow made me feel “better” each time I spoke with him. It was a long year and I spent it worrying, stressing, and agonizing over the situation I had created and what would become my ultimate fate. Meanwhile I continued to work and “stay out of trouble” and tried to be the best person I could be moving forward. My final court date came and I ended up receiving the best sentence I could possibly have imagined. While maintaining privacy, I will tell you that this horrible situation can now be put far behind me and I can continue on with a happy life as Ben had reassured me many times. Although I will not ever need Ben again in this capacity (I’m staying far from trouble), he is the first person I would call if I were ever the victim or needed other legal help. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing representation and cannot say enough positive things about my experience with Benjamin Duggan.

Thomas
December 2, 2019

I was party to a criminal case involving a failed business, loss of investor funds, and payment of restitution. I had never had any previous experience with criminal proceedings prior to this case. I contacted Attorney Duggan regarding my situation, and he was able to meet with me at his office soon thereafter. The initial consultation was both relaxed and professional. He put me at ease while I explained my situation. He explained my options and the premise of my defense, and he made me feel very comfortable. His knowledge, expertise, and experience was on full display. I retained him as my attorney at the conclusion of our meeting. The case proceeded in much the same way Attorney Duggan had planned and laid out. Multiple court dates, document requests and statements, and multiple motion filings were necessary. Throughout the process, Attorney Duggan kept in regular communication, was always available when I needed to speak with him, and I always felt he was in control of the proceeding. The decision of the court and final disposition of the case were exactly what we expected and were hoping for. I could not be happier with the result. Attorney Duggan's retainer and fee structure were extremely reasonable and transparent, and his representation and legal acumen were exemplary. I would not hesitate in the least to retain Attorney Duggan in the future should the need ever arise again. He was outstanding. Simply put, excellent legal representation.

anonymous
April 29, 2019

Let me start by saying that I was Facing any where from a minimum of 10 years to My whole life in jail, And yes it did take almost 2 1/2 years to beat. This guy was great he kept telling me like it was ( no sugar coating it). Plus gave me a lot of advice that made me look at things differently. He was always on top of everything and I mean ( everything ). So much so that a week before trail it was over. I had My ( freedom ) back!! I am ever so great full for his commitment to my case and his diligence in clearing My name.

Joshua
October 10, 2018

I Can't think of anything bad to say about Ben. I was injured in a MVA, called Ben, hired him on the spot. He kept fighting for me until the very end, and did everything possible to get the outcome that he did. If there comes a time again where I need another Lawyer, I will most definitely be calling Ben to represent me.

David
February 20, 2018

He is a great guy. I would recommend him to anyone in need of a lawyer. Very professional and understanding. Made everything easy for me. Talked me through the whole process and made me feel confident. Criminal Application was dissmissed. Overall a very good experience. Best lawyer around

anonymous
January 24, 2022

I was very pleased to have Ben as an attorney. I will spare the details of a very long story, but he did a phenomenal job with my case and even after the matter has been resolved, he has been very helpful with any lingering matters.

Matthew
November 19, 2021

When I first contacted Mr. Duggan, I was very distraught and worried because this was the first time in my life (I'm 31 years old) that I had a criminal case brought against me. I'll spare you the details, but needless to say it was a crime we both felt positive would be a good candidate for Pre Trial Probation. I had no record and from all I read outside of Mr. Duggan's advice, this was the most probable outcome. Fast forward 2 years later, and the case is finally resolved. Why is that? Politics. But Mr. Duggan never waivered. A case that shouldve been resolved in a matter of weeks, was unfortunately taken all the way to the day before a scheduled trial. Because of Mr. Duggan and his uncanny ability to get himself in front of the right people, I was able to resolve the case on the day trial was supposed to start. At no point in the two years did Attorney Duggan give up, or slack off. It was always clear he was giving 100% at all times. If you want a no nonsense lawyer who will never mislead you in any way. Ben is your guy. He is incredible intelligent and knows his way around the Boston Court System. Please take my words seriously because hiring a top notch attorney can be daunting, but look NO FURTHER, this guy will get you the best possible scenerio, no matter what. Thanks Ben!!

Phanor
October 14, 2021

Benjamin is very professional lawyer, all time explain step by step about the case., to first court to the end. Very flexible with the payments, contract on hands, very clear the more important part is the trust and credibility.

Tom
September 8, 2021

If you are looking for a knowledgeable, professional, and responsive attorney I recommend Ben Duggan.  He helped me navigate a "David vs. Goliath" labor dispute -- alas I was "David".  Ben provided expert counsel and education.  He listened and helped me understand different options I could pursue.  Leveraging his experience he deftly worked with me to properly set my expectations.  He made it easy to understand what "Goliath" could and could not do.  Ben's responsiveness was amazing; it seemed like he was on call.  I reached out to him for guidance at random times on different days.  If he was available he picked up the phone.  If he was not available, I received a call back right away.  I highly recommend Ben -- he's an amazing attorney!

Allison
August 27, 2021

I highly recommend Ben Duggan, he was incredible. He is the most persistent, knowledgeable, and dedicated lawyer I've ever had the opportunity to work with. Throughout COVID everything was backed up and moving slowly, but Ben pushed on to get me a resolution and guided me through the process the entire time. I have recommended him to several of my friends and family and will continue to do so. He is the guy you want on your side! Ben, I can't thank you enough for all your diligence and incredible hard work!!

anonymous
December 27, 2019

It was the worst day in my life, the day I read the charges on that piece of paper; criminal charges were being filed against me; me who had never been in trouble before in my life. My first thought was that I need a lawyer, but I needed someone really, really good and someone who would be sympathetic and understanding of my situation. I was a single parent, new to the city, who made a very bad decision. My searches led me to Benjamin Duggan. He spent over an hour on the phone with me (at no cost) on our initial phone call. I was emotional and scared and told him my account of the story. Terrified was an understatement. I had already spoken with the police; not knowing any better, and probably already said a lot I shouldn’t have said. Ben reassured me that he could help me and we could see how to fix things moving forward. I could tell that he would care about me and about my case. I immediately knew he was the best choice I could make. I consider myself to be knowledgeable and to know what to say, but in the forth coming high stress situations I would face in court, there was absolutely no way I could articulate what he said, in the confident manner or timing that he said it. Almost every month for a year I had a court date and each one seemed to be more stressful and mentally and emotionally draining than the previous. Ben answered every email and every phone call from me (and there were many) in a timely manner; he put my mind at ease and somehow made me feel “better” each time I spoke with him. It was a long year and I spent it worrying, stressing, and agonizing over the situation I had created and what would become my ultimate fate. Meanwhile I continued to work and “stay out of trouble” and tried to be the best person I could be moving forward. My final court date came and I ended up receiving the best sentence I could possibly have imagined. While maintaining privacy, I will tell you that this horrible situation can now be put far behind me and I can continue on with a happy life as Ben had reassured me many times. Although I will not ever need Ben again in this capacity (I’m staying far from trouble), he is the first person I would call if I were ever the victim or needed other legal help. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing representation and cannot say enough positive things about my experience with Benjamin Duggan.

Thomas
December 2, 2019

I was party to a criminal case involving a failed business, loss of investor funds, and payment of restitution. I had never had any previous experience with criminal proceedings prior to this case. I contacted Attorney Duggan regarding my situation, and he was able to meet with me at his office soon thereafter. The initial consultation was both relaxed and professional. He put me at ease while I explained my situation. He explained my options and the premise of my defense, and he made me feel very comfortable. His knowledge, expertise, and experience was on full display. I retained him as my attorney at the conclusion of our meeting. The case proceeded in much the same way Attorney Duggan had planned and laid out. Multiple court dates, document requests and statements, and multiple motion filings were necessary. Throughout the process, Attorney Duggan kept in regular communication, was always available when I needed to speak with him, and I always felt he was in control of the proceeding. The decision of the court and final disposition of the case were exactly what we expected and were hoping for. I could not be happier with the result. Attorney Duggan's retainer and fee structure were extremely reasonable and transparent, and his representation and legal acumen were exemplary. I would not hesitate in the least to retain Attorney Duggan in the future should the need ever arise again. He was outstanding. Simply put, excellent legal representation.

anonymous
April 29, 2019

Let me start by saying that I was Facing any where from a minimum of 10 years to My whole life in jail, And yes it did take almost 2 1/2 years to beat. This guy was great he kept telling me like it was ( no sugar coating it). Plus gave me a lot of advice that made me look at things differently. He was always on top of everything and I mean ( everything ). So much so that a week before trail it was over. I had My ( freedom ) back!! I am ever so great full for his commitment to my case and his diligence in clearing My name.

Joshua
October 10, 2018

I Can't think of anything bad to say about Ben. I was injured in a MVA, called Ben, hired him on the spot. He kept fighting for me until the very end, and did everything possible to get the outcome that he did. If there comes a time again where I need another Lawyer, I will most definitely be calling Ben to represent me.

David
February 20, 2018

He is a great guy. I would recommend him to anyone in need of a lawyer. Very professional and understanding. Made everything easy for me. Talked me through the whole process and made me feel confident. Criminal Application was dissmissed. Overall a very good experience. Best lawyer around

anonymous
January 24, 2022

I was very pleased to have Ben as an attorney. I will spare the details of a very long story, but he did a phenomenal job with my case and even after the matter has been resolved, he has been very helpful with any lingering matters.

Matthew
November 19, 2021

When I first contacted Mr. Duggan, I was very distraught and worried because this was the first time in my life (I'm 31 years old) that I had a criminal case brought against me. I'll spare you the details, but needless to say it was a crime we both felt positive would be a good candidate for Pre Trial Probation. I had no record and from all I read outside of Mr. Duggan's advice, this was the most probable outcome. Fast forward 2 years later, and the case is finally resolved. Why is that? Politics. But Mr. Duggan never waivered. A case that shouldve been resolved in a matter of weeks, was unfortunately taken all the way to the day before a scheduled trial. Because of Mr. Duggan and his uncanny ability to get himself in front of the right people, I was able to resolve the case on the day trial was supposed to start. At no point in the two years did Attorney Duggan give up, or slack off. It was always clear he was giving 100% at all times. If you want a no nonsense lawyer who will never mislead you in any way. Ben is your guy. He is incredible intelligent and knows his way around the Boston Court System. Please take my words seriously because hiring a top notch attorney can be daunting, but look NO FURTHER, this guy will get you the best possible scenerio, no matter what. Thanks Ben!!

Phanor
October 14, 2021

Benjamin is very professional lawyer, all time explain step by step about the case., to first court to the end. Very flexible with the payments, contract on hands, very clear the more important part is the trust and credibility.

Tom
September 8, 2021

If you are looking for a knowledgeable, professional, and responsive attorney I recommend Ben Duggan.  He helped me navigate a "David vs. Goliath" labor dispute -- alas I was "David".  Ben provided expert counsel and education.  He listened and helped me understand different options I could pursue.  Leveraging his experience he deftly worked with me to properly set my expectations.  He made it easy to understand what "Goliath" could and could not do.  Ben's responsiveness was amazing; it seemed like he was on call.  I reached out to him for guidance at random times on different days.  If he was available he picked up the phone.  If he was not available, I received a call back right away.  I highly recommend Ben -- he's an amazing attorney!

Allison
August 27, 2021

I highly recommend Ben Duggan, he was incredible. He is the most persistent, knowledgeable, and dedicated lawyer I've ever had the opportunity to work with. Throughout COVID everything was backed up and moving slowly, but Ben pushed on to get me a resolution and guided me through the process the entire time. I have recommended him to several of my friends and family and will continue to do so. He is the guy you want on your side! Ben, I can't thank you enough for all your diligence and incredible hard work!!