When facing criminal charges, the stakes are incredibly high. A conviction can alter the course of your life, affecting ...

The remaining 80% are handled by bar advocates, private attorneys who take on "duty days" or court-appointed work outside their typical private responsibilities.

Many court-appointed defense lawyers in Massachusetts may stop doing the work Tuesday, which could cause a crisis for criminal defendants and the courts who seek their work.

Several people charged with various crimes in Massachusetts were released Monday after spending more than a week without lawyers due to a widespread defense attorney work stoppage.

Many court-appointed defense lawyers in Massachusetts may stop doing the work Tuesday, which could cause a crisis for criminal defendants and the courts who seek their work. Lawyers who ...