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Specializing in Criminal Defense
At our firm, empowering your legal decisions with trusted expertise is our top priority. The decisions you need to make are so important, don’t rely on what you think you know. Our seasoned team can help you navigate that world and interpret the data, putting you in the best position to make the best decision for your life and your liberty. We know too well, there’s a lot at stake for you and your loved ones. Don’t go it alone. Trust us to be your ally, transforming legal complexities into clear, manageable paths forward. Choose a lawyer who’s ready to get into the arena and fight for your life and liberty. You can trust Spinney Law. Book your case review today.
Types of Cases:
Here are some of the types of matters Spinney Law is experienced in and prepared to fight for you. For more information, check out our Services page.
Guns, Ammo, and Firearms
Gun cases are complex and each one is unique. Our team can review your case and help explain all the defenses available to you.
Larceny and Theft
Whether you’re accused of stealing or being found in possession of stolen goods, don’t assume your options are unreasonably limited. Let us review your case and we can help you make the right decisions.
Sexual Assault and Rape
Trying to navigate the complicated area of indecent touching or any sexual crime is daunting. There are many potential collateral consequences that you need to consider. Let us help.
People
A trial lawyer with poise, passion, and experience
Nathaniel Spinney
With over 10 years of experience in criminal defense, Nathaniel Spinney excels in advocating for his clients. He handles matters in courts in both Massachusetts (Superior, District, and Juvenile Court) and Nova Scotia (Provincial and Supreme Court). With creative and diverse strategies he will help you explore all options from negotiating favorable plea deals to taking the matter all the way to trial. Whichever strategy suits your needs, he will pursue those goals with compassion, dignity, and confidence.
Jury Trial Experience
Thriving in the courtroom, Attorney Spinney has tried over 30 cases by jury trial to verdict with a proven success rate. Specializing in trial practice, he is known for strategic legal analysis and innovative solutions. Nathaniel’s approach ensures practical advice and exemplary oral advocacy in the courtroom when it matters most. Nathaniel has been a member of the Essex County Bar Advocates Association since 2016 representing indigent defendants. He has been recognized by his peers as a thought leader.
Compassionate Advocacy
Sometimes, circumstances dictate resolution of your matter without going to trial. In that case, you will want an advocate who knows all possible avenues for you to consider. Nathaniel spent five years handlings cases in specialty courts like the Juvenile Court and the Recovery Courts (formerly known as Drug Court). The boundary line between substance addiction and the criminal justice system is thin. Nathaniel is trauma-informed and will help you fight for justice, mercy, and healing.
Portfolio
Success Stories
Here are some of the recent favorable outcomes enjoyed by the client’s of Spinney Law:
District Court – Massachusetts
2026 – Motion to Suppress Granted – Case Dismissed
Nathaniel Spinney argued that it was improper for the local police to issue an exit order and subsequently pat frisk a person who was in a passenger in an idling but legally parked car. The only evidence the government relied on for the exit order was the officer’s plain view of a glass pipe described to be a “crack pipe”. The court ordered that without more, a glass pipe is an instrument equally reasonably to be used for legal activities. Thus, the officer unreasonably infringed on his client’s constitutional rights.
Provincial Court – Nova Scotia
2025 – Sexual Assault – Not Guilty
The court found the defendant Not Guilty. Nathaniel Spinney successfully cross-examined the government’s witnesses to show that the allegations were falsely made. Instead, the allegations stemmed from a jilted relationship that turned bad and the complainant was merely upset and attempted to tarnish the Defendant’s reputation with the accusations. After multiple witnesses, the Court agreed with the Defense and found the Defendant Not Guilty on all counts.
Client Reviews
Testimonials
- Rutvik
December 2024
It was my wonderful experience with nathaniel spinney. He took care of my motor vehicle case very professionally. It was smooth process for me as i won the case because of nathaniel. I am very much thankful to him. Highly recommended.
- Krystal
October 2024
I highly recommend Nathaniel Spinney. I felt confident hiring him after just one phone call with his knowledge, confidence in my case and professionalism. He was very personable and was able to show empathy during a stressful time. I would definitely use him again!
- Brittany
October 2024
Highly recommend Nathaniel Spinney, amazing lawyer!!! Nathaniel took on my fiancé with two days before his court date on some very SERIOUS charges and he beat them all!!! Then he represented him in another case in another town and managed to get him beat down to time served on them charges and released the following week from the serious charges. Amazing and truly fights for his clients. This is a lawyer who is into it for his job , not just for his money!!!! 10 outta 10!!! Thank you Spinney. I definitely will recommend you to anyone!
-Brittany