Serina Quinones Barkley, Criminal Defense Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts

Serina concentrates on criminal defense, general, health care, litigation, and medical malpractice. Each area below outlines the kind of case Serina handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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• General

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• Health Care

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• Litigation

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• Medical Malpractice

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Serina's primary office is at 100 High St., 20th Fl., Boston, MA, 02110-2321. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Serina usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Serina 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.

• How much does it cost to hire Serina for a criminal defense case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Serina walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Serina offer a free consultation?

  Serina charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Serina's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Serina'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. Serina gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Serina take my case if I'm outside Boston?

  Serina 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 — Serina 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 Serina?

  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. Serina will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Serina accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

  Serina's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.