Zalkind Duncan & Bernstein LLP

At our firm, we focus on a range of areas including criminal defense, employment law, civil litigation, and advocacy for student rights. Our expertise in criminal matters covers a spectrum of offenses such as violent crimes, fraud cases, drug-related charges, white-collar crime as well as various felonies and misdemeanors. In the civil arena, we primarily advocate for plaintiffs in employment disputes—including discrimination claims—while also engaging extensively in general civil litigation. Additionally, we represent students and faculty members facing allegations of misconduct or discrimination within academic institutions—including those involving Title IX issues. Our reputation is built on delivering exceptional legal advocacy; we've achieved notable victories at both trial levels and through appeals across high-stakes cases that often garner public attention due to their complexity or controversy. With an impressive history spanning four decades marked by successful outcomes through negotiated settlements when possible—we prioritize offering clients personalized service paired with sound judgment and meticulous preparation while employing innovative strategies tailored to each case’s unique challenges—all grounded in extensive legal knowledge specific to our practice areas. As a result of our unwavering commitment to excellence which translates into favorable verdicts for clients—we are recognized by peers and clientele alike as authorities within the legal community; U.S News & World Report acknowledges us among Tier 1 firms specializing respectively in white-collar crime defense alongside non-white-collar criminal matters plus individual-oriented employment law services.. Many lawyers from our team have been recognized by Best Lawyers in America along with accolades like Massachusetts Super Lawyers–further highlighted by Fortune Magazine acknowledging us among top-tier law establishments—and Martindale Hubbell ranking us under its prestigious "Preeminent" category.