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S Joshua

Cranston, RI

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Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Criminal Defense

Language

English Spanish

About

I am a former Rhode Island Special Assistant Attorney General from 1993-1997. During those years I prosecuted hundreds of criminal cases ranging from disorderly conduct to first degree murder in every Rhode Island County. Additionally, along with other prosecutors, I lectured in-coming police academy cadets on proper drunk driving and Rhode Island DUI investigations and prosecutions. This unique experience has allowed me a wealth of knowledge not readily available to the average Rhode Island DUI lawyer or criminal defense attorney. Since 1997 I have been applying all that I learned as a prosecutor in order to better benefit my private clients as a criminal defense lawyer. As a RI Criminal Defense Lawyer i represent topics such as DUI, Breathalyzer Refusal, Domestic Assault and Battery, Disorderly Conduct, Drug Crimes such as Marijuana Possession, Distribution, and more. Most importantly, when you hire my firm to represent you, I am the attorney reviewing or overseeing your case and typically appearing in court with you. I am in court just about every day, and I strongly believe that each client deserves this personal service. My office provides free consultations, and I am available 24 hours a day for emergencies. My firm provides aggressive, personal representation and we look forward to hearing from you soon. Hablamos Espanol. Contact RI Attorney Macktaz Now for a FREE Consultation Call (401) 861-1155

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

DUI and DWI

Language

English Spanish

Contact

S. Joshua Macktaz, Esq.1000 Chapel View Blvd Suite 260Cranston, RI, 029201000 Chapel View Blvd Suite 260Cranston, RI, 02920

Office: N/A

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Reviews

Ed
October 11, 2021

Joshua Macktaz is an excellent lawyer. We could not be happier with him. He made a really difficult situation so much better. He promptly returned every email or phone call. We give him the highest recommendation possible.

Jhoney
March 25, 2021

Josh was very professional and explained everything to me in full detail. Communication was outstanding, he kept me up to date on my case so I knew what was going on. I can’t say enough good things about josh.

Michael S.
January 14, 2020

S. Josh Macktaz is by far without a doubt, the best choice for your criminal defense attorney. We were referred to him by a family member that had great deal of success with Josh as his lawyer. Now, not ever having the need for a lawyer for any reason in our lives... this was a very upsetting and distressing and emotional situation. We gave Josh a call and he immediately got us in for a consultation. He really put our minds at ease as soon as we walked into his office. His professionalism and ability to explain everything about what is ahead of us is unparalleled. He detailed the entire process and gave us his word that everything would work out in our best interest and as good of an outcome as we can expect. He was right!!! All the charges that would effect us adversely were dropped. Only one month without being able to drive. No criminal charges...All records of this this DUI expunged.... Ten hours of community service and six months with a car interlocking device. We can’t thank Josh enough for his for his help and his compassion with our family.

Ryan
November 15, 2019

Joshua provided me with excellent legal advice in regards to a violation for failure to report an accident. He is very knowledgeable and his advice along with his understanding of the RI legal system really helped to calm my nerves during a troublesome time.

John and Diana Tregaskis
January 10, 2019

Josh is a great choice!! From the beginning to end he ease the pain of your problems. Rehired him three times for addition mistakes made during the first case. From an accident with tickets, Awesome result (Never accepted) a speeding ticket after it all. He got me small fine. Then again DUI while 2nd case was pending. He saved me there also, just another small fine. He is professional, courteous and knowledgeable. He was upfront and honest. He will get the best results from any case he takes on. Thank you so much Josh for your time, support and result you got for me I highly recommend!!

anonymous
May 13, 2018

I am beyond grateful for what Josh did for me as my lawyer. I had a bad accident, was going to be charged with a hit and run and hired Josh to keep my license from getting suspended. I was shocked to get an even better result as he somehow got the entire case dismissed! No charge or any type of fees or penalties. I didn't even have to step into the courtroom. I actually had been referred to Josh by a friend who needed his help prior to my situation. He is excellent and I would not have gotten this result without him.

anonymous
May 10, 2018

Joshua’s professionalism is unmatched by any. He guided me every step of the way and worked countless hours to have multiple upon multiple charges dropped. No matter the hour, he would answer promptly with any question I may have had. Please keep in mind, he was once on the other side and knows everything before you even step into court!

anonymous
May 9, 2018

Mr. Macktaz did an excellent job in helping me expunge my record. He advised me what to do and what not to. I recommend reaching out to him as he was able to help me with my misdeeds. Overall, he was a great and friendly person to work with!

anonymous
April 26, 2018

Great lawyer. I highly recommend Joshua. He was upfront and honest. His experience and expertise provide us with a counsel that knew and executed the best way to successfully address and fix our issue. Most importantly he delivered very positive results.

anonymous
March 19, 2018

I would highly recommend. He made himself available at any time was professional and understanding of my case.

Ed
October 11, 2021

Joshua Macktaz is an excellent lawyer. We could not be happier with him. He made a really difficult situation so much better. He promptly returned every email or phone call. We give him the highest recommendation possible.

Jhoney
March 25, 2021

Josh was very professional and explained everything to me in full detail. Communication was outstanding, he kept me up to date on my case so I knew what was going on. I can’t say enough good things about josh.

Michael S.
January 14, 2020

S. Josh Macktaz is by far without a doubt, the best choice for your criminal defense attorney. We were referred to him by a family member that had great deal of success with Josh as his lawyer. Now, not ever having the need for a lawyer for any reason in our lives... this was a very upsetting and distressing and emotional situation. We gave Josh a call and he immediately got us in for a consultation. He really put our minds at ease as soon as we walked into his office. His professionalism and ability to explain everything about what is ahead of us is unparalleled. He detailed the entire process and gave us his word that everything would work out in our best interest and as good of an outcome as we can expect. He was right!!! All the charges that would effect us adversely were dropped. Only one month without being able to drive. No criminal charges...All records of this this DUI expunged.... Ten hours of community service and six months with a car interlocking device. We can’t thank Josh enough for his for his help and his compassion with our family.

Ryan
November 15, 2019

Joshua provided me with excellent legal advice in regards to a violation for failure to report an accident. He is very knowledgeable and his advice along with his understanding of the RI legal system really helped to calm my nerves during a troublesome time.

John and Diana Tregaskis
January 10, 2019

Josh is a great choice!! From the beginning to end he ease the pain of your problems. Rehired him three times for addition mistakes made during the first case. From an accident with tickets, Awesome result (Never accepted) a speeding ticket after it all. He got me small fine. Then again DUI while 2nd case was pending. He saved me there also, just another small fine. He is professional, courteous and knowledgeable. He was upfront and honest. He will get the best results from any case he takes on. Thank you so much Josh for your time, support and result you got for me I highly recommend!!

anonymous
May 13, 2018

I am beyond grateful for what Josh did for me as my lawyer. I had a bad accident, was going to be charged with a hit and run and hired Josh to keep my license from getting suspended. I was shocked to get an even better result as he somehow got the entire case dismissed! No charge or any type of fees or penalties. I didn't even have to step into the courtroom. I actually had been referred to Josh by a friend who needed his help prior to my situation. He is excellent and I would not have gotten this result without him.

anonymous
May 10, 2018

Joshua’s professionalism is unmatched by any. He guided me every step of the way and worked countless hours to have multiple upon multiple charges dropped. No matter the hour, he would answer promptly with any question I may have had. Please keep in mind, he was once on the other side and knows everything before you even step into court!

anonymous
May 9, 2018

Mr. Macktaz did an excellent job in helping me expunge my record. He advised me what to do and what not to. I recommend reaching out to him as he was able to help me with my misdeeds. Overall, he was a great and friendly person to work with!

anonymous
April 26, 2018

Great lawyer. I highly recommend Joshua. He was upfront and honest. His experience and expertise provide us with a counsel that knew and executed the best way to successfully address and fix our issue. Most importantly he delivered very positive results.

anonymous
March 19, 2018

I would highly recommend. He made himself available at any time was professional and understanding of my case.

Ed
October 11, 2021

Joshua Macktaz is an excellent lawyer. We could not be happier with him. He made a really difficult situation so much better. He promptly returned every email or phone call. We give him the highest recommendation possible.

Jhoney
March 25, 2021

Josh was very professional and explained everything to me in full detail. Communication was outstanding, he kept me up to date on my case so I knew what was going on. I can’t say enough good things about josh.

Michael S.
January 14, 2020

S. Josh Macktaz is by far without a doubt, the best choice for your criminal defense attorney. We were referred to him by a family member that had great deal of success with Josh as his lawyer. Now, not ever having the need for a lawyer for any reason in our lives... this was a very upsetting and distressing and emotional situation. We gave Josh a call and he immediately got us in for a consultation. He really put our minds at ease as soon as we walked into his office. His professionalism and ability to explain everything about what is ahead of us is unparalleled. He detailed the entire process and gave us his word that everything would work out in our best interest and as good of an outcome as we can expect. He was right!!! All the charges that would effect us adversely were dropped. Only one month without being able to drive. No criminal charges...All records of this this DUI expunged.... Ten hours of community service and six months with a car interlocking device. We can’t thank Josh enough for his for his help and his compassion with our family.

Ryan
November 15, 2019

Joshua provided me with excellent legal advice in regards to a violation for failure to report an accident. He is very knowledgeable and his advice along with his understanding of the RI legal system really helped to calm my nerves during a troublesome time.

John and Diana Tregaskis
January 10, 2019

Josh is a great choice!! From the beginning to end he ease the pain of your problems. Rehired him three times for addition mistakes made during the first case. From an accident with tickets, Awesome result (Never accepted) a speeding ticket after it all. He got me small fine. Then again DUI while 2nd case was pending. He saved me there also, just another small fine. He is professional, courteous and knowledgeable. He was upfront and honest. He will get the best results from any case he takes on. Thank you so much Josh for your time, support and result you got for me I highly recommend!!

anonymous
May 13, 2018

I am beyond grateful for what Josh did for me as my lawyer. I had a bad accident, was going to be charged with a hit and run and hired Josh to keep my license from getting suspended. I was shocked to get an even better result as he somehow got the entire case dismissed! No charge or any type of fees or penalties. I didn't even have to step into the courtroom. I actually had been referred to Josh by a friend who needed his help prior to my situation. He is excellent and I would not have gotten this result without him.

anonymous
May 10, 2018

Joshua’s professionalism is unmatched by any. He guided me every step of the way and worked countless hours to have multiple upon multiple charges dropped. No matter the hour, he would answer promptly with any question I may have had. Please keep in mind, he was once on the other side and knows everything before you even step into court!

anonymous
May 9, 2018

Mr. Macktaz did an excellent job in helping me expunge my record. He advised me what to do and what not to. I recommend reaching out to him as he was able to help me with my misdeeds. Overall, he was a great and friendly person to work with!

anonymous
April 26, 2018

Great lawyer. I highly recommend Joshua. He was upfront and honest. His experience and expertise provide us with a counsel that knew and executed the best way to successfully address and fix our issue. Most importantly he delivered very positive results.

anonymous
March 19, 2018

I would highly recommend. He made himself available at any time was professional and understanding of my case.