MS Defenders, LLP - Boston, MA

MS Defenders, LLP is a woman-owned white-collar defense boutique law firm based in Boston, Massachusetts. Founded by Tracy Miner, the firm has earned a national reputation for achieving exceptional results for clients accused of wrongdoing—even in the most complex and high-stakes cases.

Our practice spans a wide range of matters, including health care fraud, financial and securities fraud, construction and procurement fraud, university disciplinary proceedings, non–white-collar criminal defense, civil litigation, tax and wage fraud, internal investigations, and compliance counseling. Our appellate work has addressed RICO, human trafficking, sentencing calculations, forfeiture orders, and federal research regulations.

At MS Defenders, we aim to serve as a model for women taking leadership roles in the courtroom and beyond. We combine the high standards and sophistication of major firms with the focus and attentiveness of a boutique practice. Our collective experience gives us the ability to approach every matter with clarity, creativity, and perspective—qualities our clients find both refreshing and reassuring.

We value diversity not for appearance, but because it strengthens our judgment and enriches our advocacy. Our firm’s culture is built on trust, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to excellence. We are dedicated to delivering outstanding client service while supporting one another professionally and personally.

We represent clients through every stage of the legal process—from pre-indictment investigations to trial and appeal—in both state and federal courts. We also represent individuals and organizations in government enforcement actions, scientific research misconduct inquiries, and Title IX disciplinary matters.

Practice Areas

Health Care Fraud

We represent providers, executives, and company personnel in investigations and litigation under the Anti-Kickback Statute, Stark Law, False Claims Act, and Controlled Substances Act. Our attorneys have successfully guided numerous clients in the autism behavioral health field through government inquiries, often avoiding indictment entirely.

Financial and Securities Fraud

We defend individuals and corporations in cases involving bank fraud, insider trading, FCPA violations, and parallel proceedings brought by prosecutors, securities regulators, and civil plaintiffs.

Construction and Procurement Fraud

Our team represents contractors, suppliers, unions, and officials in investigations related to government contracting, set-aside programs, and procurement integrity.

Scientific Research Misconduct

We have a strong track record defending academic and scientific researchers—professors, principal investigators, postdoctoral fellows, and students—accused of misconduct. We advocate to ensure that investigations comply with federal regulations and are conducted fairly. Our attorneys, members of the Society of Research Administrators International, have the trial skills to explain complex scientific concepts in clear, persuasive terms.

Additional Areas of Practice

We also represent clients in non–white-collar criminal defense, Title IX and university disciplinary matters, tax and benefits fraud, internal investigations and compliance counseling, and civil litigation.

Our Approach

We approach every matter with rigorous preparation, strategic creativity, and an unwavering commitment to achieving the best possible outcome. Chambers & Partners has recognized MS Defenders as one of Massachusetts’ leading white-collar criminal defense practices. Our founder, Tracy Miner, has been honored for her outstanding trial advocacy and has been a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers for the past decade.

Regardless of the matter at hand, we never stop advocating—for our clients, in the courtroom and beyond.