David Jellinek - Newton, MA
Attorney at Law Office of David Jellinek
Criminal Law Lawyers in Newton, MA
1163 Walnut St. #1 Newton, MA 02461
- Free Consultation
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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25
Years
Experience
Newton Criminal Law Lawyer
Updated: 03/10/2026
Areas of Practice
- Criminal Law
- Sex Offenders
- Drug Violations
- Traffic Violations
- DUI/DWI
- Criminal Law - Federal (White Collar Crime)
Litigation: 100%
Attorney Information
Overview
Mr. Jellinek developed a passion for the law at an early age, and his goal was always to practice criminal defense. He has defended clients from criminal charges for over 15 years and has seen how these cases work as both an internal affairs prosecutor and as a defense attorney. He has defended hundreds of clients from criminal charges in state and federal courts throughout his career.
Here are a few highlights from Mr. Jellinek's career:
- Worked as a staff attorney (public defender) in the Superior Courts for the Committee for Public Counsel Services
- Worked as a staff attorney for the City of Boston Police Department
- Lead counsel verified in criminal law
- Completed ongoing training in appellate and criminal defense law
- Gave lectures and training on criminal and appellate law sponsored by various legal groups
- Editor of the LexisNexis "Practice Guide: Massachusetts Criminal Law"
- Member of the Newton PATH drug prevention task force
- Works in the Newton Drug Court and understands the legal challenges confronted by those facing addiction
Awards and Honors
Other Sources of Feedback About David Jellinek
Included on the 2026 Massachusetts Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2025 Massachusetts Super Lawyers list
- 2024 Massachusetts Super Lawyers list
- 2023 Massachusetts Super Lawyers list
- 2022 Massachusetts Super Lawyers list
- 2021 Massachusetts Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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Boston College Law School,
Newton,
Massachusetts, 2000
J.D.
Honors: cum laude
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Boston College Law School,
Newton,
Massachusetts, 2000
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Non Legal Education
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Haverford College ,
Haverford ,
Pennsylvania, 1997
B.A.
Honors: With High Honors
Major: History
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Haverford College ,
Haverford ,
Pennsylvania, 1997
Current Employment Position(s)
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Owner/ Sole Practitioner
Past Positions
- City of Boston Police Department , Staff Attorney, 2006 - 2008
- Superior Courts for the Committee for Public Counsel Services, Staff Attorney, 2001 - 2006
Languages
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English (Primary)
Pro Bono Activities
- Member of the Newton PATH drug prevention task force, 2015 - Present
- Newton Wellesley Hospital Board of Advisors , 2014 - 2018
Published Works
Articles
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Practice Guide for Massachusetts Criminal Law , Lexis Nexus
Guide to Massachusetts Criminal Practice
Bar Admissions
- Arizona, 2000
- U.S. Court of Appeals 1st Circuit, 2006
- Massachusetts, 2001
Other Affiliations
- Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, 2010 - Present (Member)
- American Bar Association , 2010 - Present (Member )
Contact
1163 Walnut St. #1
Newton, MA 02461
Phone: 857-203-0900
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.djellineklaw.com
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