Business Details
27 Years
experience
Experienced Criminal Appeal & Personal Injury Lawyers in Quincy, MA
Founded in 1999, Bates & Riordan has established itself as a trusted legal practice serving clients across Massachusetts. Our firm specializes in criminal appeals and personal injury law, combining decades of legal expertise with a client-centered approach. With over 30 years of combined experience, attorneys Deborah Bates Riordan and Theodore Riordan bring unique perspectives to their practiceDeborah as both a licensed nurse and attorney, and Theodore with prior experience at Liberty Mutual Insurance Company. Certified by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as a Woman Business Enterprise, we offer free, no-obligation consultations for all cases.Our criminal appeal practice has a strong track record in Massachusetts appellate courts, including numerous first-degree murder convictions. For personal injury claims, we operate on a contingency-fee basis, ensuring accessibility to justice regardless of financial circumstances. Located in Quincys Wollaston neighborhood since 2001, we serve clients statewide through flexible consultation options, including virtual meetings via Zoom. Our commitment to transparency, ethical representation, and results-driven advocacy has earned us consistent recognition in client testimonials and legal circles alike.
Services
Personal Injury
Criminal Appeal
Automobile Accidents
Construction Site Accidents
Wrongful Death
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer free, no-obligation consultations for all personal injury and criminal appeal cases.
- Our attorneys have over 30 years of combined legal experience in Massachusetts courts.
- Deborah Bates Riordan's nursing background provides unique medical insight for complex cases.
- We operate on a contingency-fee basis for personal injury claimsno payment until we win.
- Certified as a Woman Business Enterprise by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Associations and certifications
- Commonwealth of Massachusetts Supplier Diversity Office
What people say
Owe you my life
Stress level dropped
Took good care of my case
Never expected
Dedication
Services
Personal Injury Law
We represent clients injured in accidents caused by negligence, including automobile collisions and construction site incidents. Our Quincy-based team leverages medical expertise and insurance industry knowledge to secure fair compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage. Operating on a contingency-fee basis ensures access to justice regardless of financial circumstances.
Criminal Appeals
Our firm specializes in challenging criminal convictions through Massachusetts appellate courts. With experience in first-degree murder cases and misdemeanors, we identify legal errors from trial proceedings to build compelling appeals. We provide free consultations to assess case viability and develop tailored appellate strategies.
Automobile Accidents
We handle injury claims resulting from motor vehicle collisions, navigating insurance complexities to maximize client recovery. Our approach combines legal expertise with medical insight to document damages comprehensively. Services include negotiating with insurers and pursuing litigation when necessary to protect client interests.
Construction Site Accidents
Our team advocates for workers injured in construction site incidents, addressing negligence claims against employers or third parties. We collaborate with safety experts to establish liability and secure compensation for medical treatment, rehabilitation, and lost income through negotiated settlements or court proceedings.
Wrongful Death
We provide compassionate representation for families pursuing wrongful death claims due to negligence. Our attorneys handle complex cases involving medical documentation, liability assessment, and calculation of economic and emotional damages to achieve just compensation through settlements or jury verdicts.
People
Deborah Bates Riordan
Managing Partner
Licensed nurse since 1977 and attorney since 1990, Deborah combines medical expertise with legal advocacy. Graduated from Northeastern University School of Law, she focuses on personal injury and criminal appeals while serving Norfolk and Quincy Bar Associations.
Theodore Riordan
General Partner
Former judicial law clerk and Liberty Mutual attorney with insurance industry insight. Suffolk University Law School graduate (cum laude) specializing in criminal appeals and personal injury law, admitted to multiple federal courts including the U.S. Supreme Court.
Questions
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free, no-obligation consultations for all personal injury and criminal appeal cases.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Quincy, we serve clients statewide across Massachusetts including Boston, Braintree, and Cape Cod regions.
What types of cases do you handle?
We specialize in criminal appeals and personal injury claims including automobile accidents, construction injuries, and wrongful death cases.
How are legal fees structured?
Personal injury cases operate on contingency fees (paid when you win); criminal appeals use tailored flat-fee arrangements based on case complexity.
Can I meet with you virtually?
Yes, we offer Zoom consultations for client convenience regardless of geographic location.
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