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Dhar Law, LLP Protects Your Reputation & Career

A Sophisticated Boston Law Firm With Unparalleled Experience – Featured & Profiled by Forbes, ABA Journal & Boston Magazine

Dhar Law, LLP is a high-powered Boston defense firm with a core commitment to socially conscious community engagement and a primary focus in providing assertive legal defense across the full spectrum of criminal matters, ranging from white-collar and Federal crimes, including embezzlement, fraud, and government agency investigations to controlled substances offenses, weapons charges, and major felonies.

Our lawyers are driven by their passion and skill to provide exemplary services. Our clients range from individuals and corporations to community entrepreneurs and nonprofits. Our comprehensive criminal defense team serves clients in a wide variety of industries and professions.

Tough, relentless, and committed to overcoming legal challenges for every client, Dhar Law, LLP has earned a reputation for excellence one successful case at a time. Our attorneys have become known and trusted for our work ethic, instincts, and professionalism.

Our firm has been recognized by or partnered with the following ORGANIZATIONS:

  • World Bank Group
  • Bridge Over Troubled Water
  • GenNEXT Initiative
  • Massachusetts Bar Association
  • Boston Bar Association
  • Suffolk Lawyers for Justice
  • Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • Association of Federal Defense Attorneys
  • Super Lawyers Badge
  • National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Logo
  • National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Logo
  • Avvo Rating is 10.0 Superb

Client-Focused Representation

We have earned a stellar reputation for swiftly resolving reputational crisis situations, enabling us to successfully represent our clients facing first-time criminal investigations and indictments. Our battle-tested defense team has had the privilege of representing professionals, business owners, military service members, police officers, doctors, lawyers, teachers, truck drivers, and college students, all of whom have had a lot on the line. As we defend you in your criminal case, we also factor in potential collateral consequences including violations of your civil rights, professional licensing matters, educational goals, career opportunities, immigration consequences, and university disciplinary proceedings. We fully understand the importance of discretion while handling your criminal case and are committed to providing a powerful and effective defense.

50+ Years' Experience & 1000+ Trials

Serving New England & Nationwide

Our award-winning defense team has 50+ years of experience representing clients and fighting for their freedom. Naturally, over that extended period of time, we have gained a strong understanding of this highly complex area of law. Our attorneys are intimately familiar with all of the related procedures and laws and have established strong relationships with state and federal court personnel, as well as prosecutors. We will effectively navigate you through the legal process and help you make well-informed decisions about your future. Regardless of the severity of the charges you are facing, you can trust that we have the skill set needed to protect your rights and fight for your best interests.

Call (617) 829-9747 or fill out our contact form today to get started on your defense!

Our Successes

Take a look at our notable wins!
  • Defense of a Massachusetts Man Charged With Defrauding Disney & Dreamworks Studios By Claiming He Created Kung Fu Panda
  • Defense of a CFO of a TransAmerican Oil & Gas Corporation in Connection With a Homeland Security/ICE Investigation - No Charges Filed
  • Negotiated a Historic $5 Million Settlement in Civil Rights/Wrongful Death Case against the City of Boston
  • Representation of a Key Figure From "The Wolf of Wall Street" era, a Grammy Award Nominee & an NFL player
  • Representation of Individuals in a $1 Billion Transnational Narco-trafficking Investigation - One of the Largest in DEA History

The Opinions That Matter

  • “I had a very complicated trial and Melanie was outstanding in protecting my needs while negotiating with the other lawyer.”

    Paula B.

  • “I have worked with Dhar Law in various capacities and they have always far exceeded my expectations.”

    Brian M.

  • “Exemplary, patient, kind. This is the advocate you want in your corner. Wish I could give him 10 stars!”

    Shannon M.

  • “They explained to me about the pros and cons and shared a lot of useful information in very simple terms”

    Brinda P.

  • “A wonderful law firm that truly cares about their clients!”

    Michelle N.

Why Hire Dhar Law, LLP?

  • Resources

    We will use every available resource at our disposal to handle your case and save you time, energy and money. No cutting corners.
    No stone left unturned.

  • Experienced Team

    We put together the right people and work as a team throughout the entire process. Our "all hands" approach allows our team to work on every case.

  • Patience

    We take calculated risks, but we strongly believe in having patience, where solid preparation meets the right opportunity. We are battle-tested and always prepared.

  • Challenge everything

    We challenge everything and don't take no for an answer. Strong, aggressive and always energetic, we don't go home at the whistle. We love what we do.

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We understand the simple principle that sometimes in life, "bad things happen to good people."
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Endorsements by Colleagues

  • Vikas has a unique blend of commitment, integrity, dedication and intelligence.

    “His firm has attracted a wide variety of legal talent, including several former prosecutors.”

    Brad Bailey, Former Assistant U.S. Attorney

  • Vikas being appointed to the Federal Merit Selection Panel is indicative of how well thought of he is

    “Vikas being appointed to the Federal Merit Selection Panel is indicative of how well thought of he is by the U.S. District Court judges, the depth of experience he has accumulated and his reputation for integrity.”

    Judge Isaac Borenstein (ret.)

  • Wonderful reputation in the Boston legal community

    “The attorneys at Dhar Law have developed a wonderful reputation in the Boston legal community for their zealous advocacy and dedication to their clients.”

    John Barry, Former Executive Director, Suffolk Lawyers for Justice

  • Highly recommended.

    “I've known the founding lawyers at Dhar Law, LLP for over a decade and they care deeply about their relationships with clients.”

    Justin Glucksman, Senior Vice President - Wealth Management, UBS

  • I've collaborated with these lawyers for almost a decade.

    “Dhar Law, LLP cares deeply about its relationships with clients. They really treat you like family.”

    Amit Dixit, South Asian Arts Council

  • Tremendous Depth and Breadth of Knowledge

    “Vikas has tremendous depth and breadth of knowledge in the areas of criminal defense, is very active in the community and is a compassionate person who truly cares.”

    Anjali Gupta Stevenson, Esq.

  • One of the best attorneys that I have ever had the pleasure of working with and have observed in the courtroom.

    “His demeanor in the courtroom, appearance, presentation, and his knowledge of the law makes working with him exciting.”

    Joseph Hennessey, Esq.

  • Vikas is a highly competent and vigorous advocate for his clients.

    “I would recommend his services without reservation.”

    Bruce Lipsey, Esq.

  • I have had the privilege of working with Vikas on a number of cases.

    “I am always impressed by the care and time he gives to each and every client to make sure that they understand the process and have the information that they need to make smart decisions”

    Lauren Thomas, Esq.

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