
Elizabeth K. Keeley, Criminal Defense Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
Over 19 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, DV Defense, and General
PartneratButters Brazilian LLP
Boston, MA
Practicing criminal defense in Boston since 2007.
- 19+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Elizabeth K. Keeley is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, DV Defense, and General. Elizabeth has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Butters Brazilian LLP.
- Based in
- Boston, MA
- Experience
- over 19 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · DV Defense · General
- Handles Criminal Defense, DV Defense, and General matters from Boston, MA.
- Over 19 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Elizabeth K. Keeley: Elizabeth K. Keeley is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, DV Defense, and General. Elizabeth has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Butters Brazilian LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Elizabeth K. Keeley
Elizabeth concentrates on criminal defense, dv defense, general, and sexual harassment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Elizabeth handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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DV Defense
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General
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Sexual Harassment
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Criminal Defense cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Elizabeth takes criminal defense matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Elizabeth agrees to represent you.
DV Defense cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Elizabeth takes dv defense matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Elizabeth agrees to represent you.
General cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Elizabeth takes general matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Elizabeth agrees to represent you.
Sexual Harassment cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Elizabeth takes sexual harassment matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Elizabeth agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Elizabeth K. Keeley — Over 19 years of Massachusetts criminal defense experience
Elizabeth K. Keeley is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, DV Defense, and General. Elizabeth has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Butters Brazilian LLP.
Elizabeth K. Keeley is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law, sexual abuse and 2 other areas of law. Elizabeth received a B.A. degree from Assumption College in 2002, and has been licensed for 19 years. Elizabeth practices at Butters Brazilian LLP in Boston, MA.
Working with Elizabeth on a criminal defense matter
Elizabeth K. Keeley is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law, sexual abuse and 2 other areas of law. Elizabeth received a B.A. degree from Assumption College in 2002, and has been licensed for 19 years. Elizabeth practices at Butters Brazilian LLP in Boston, MA.
Clients Elizabeth works with
Elizabeth reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, dv defense, and general matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Elizabeth K. Keeley's legal education and bar admissions
Suffolk University Law School
J.D. · 2007
Assumption College
B.A. · 2002
Jurisdictions
Elizabeth's state bar admissions
U.S District Court,
2022 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
2007 · ACTIVE
Elizabeth studied at J.D. in Suffolk University Law School and B.A. in Assumption College.
Law school and academic background
Elizabeth completed J.D. in Suffolk University Law School and B.A. in Assumption College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Elizabeth runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Elizabeth's professional memberships and bar associations
Women’s Bar Association Boston Bar Association
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Locations
Elizabeth K. Keeley's office in Boston
Elizabeth's primary office is at 420 Boylston Street, 4th Floor, Boston, MA, 02116. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Elizabeth K. Keeley — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Elizabeth usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Elizabeth charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Elizabeth's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Elizabeth will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Elizabeth
Elizabeth discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Elizabeth confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Elizabeth's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Elizabeth K. Keeley
How much does it cost to hire Elizabeth for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Elizabeth walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Elizabeth offer a free consultation?
Elizabeth charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Elizabeth's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Elizabeth's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Elizabeth gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Elizabeth take my case if I'm outside Boston?
Elizabeth is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Elizabeth will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Elizabeth?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Elizabeth will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Elizabeth accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Elizabeth's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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