Jack M. Atwood - Plymouth, MA
Attorney at Jack M. Atwood PC
Criminal Defense Lawyers in Plymouth, MA
32 Court St. Plymouth, MA 02360
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Plymouth Criminal Defense Lawyer
Updated: 05/18/2026
Areas of Practice
- Criminal Defense
- DUI
- Murder
- Felonies
- Sex Crimes
- Misdemeanors
Litigation: 90%
Attorney Information
Overview
Jack McLean Atwood is a Massachusetts criminal defense attorney with more than five decades of experience representing clients in serious criminal matters. Jack has dedicated his career to defending individuals facing high-stakes charges and guiding them through some of the most difficult moments of their lives. His practice focuses on criminal defense, and he brings extensive courtroom experience, careful case preparation, and a strong commitment to protecting his clients’ rights.
Over the course of his career, Jack has handled a wide range of criminal cases, including some of the most serious allegations under Massachusetts law. He has won acquittals in many murder trials and has built a reputation for providing determined, strategic defense when the outcome matters most. Jack understands that every case is personal, and he works to give each client the attention, honesty, and advocacy they deserve.
Jack earned his B.A. from the University of New Hampshire and his J.D. from Suffolk University Law School. He was admitted to practice law in Massachusetts in 1972. When not at work, Jack enjoys reading and spending time with his family.
Education
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Legal Education
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Suffolk University Law School,
Boston,
Massachusetts, 1971
J.D., Doctor of Jurisprudence
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Suffolk University Law School,
Boston,
Massachusetts, 1971
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Non Legal Education
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University of New Hampshire,
Durham,
New Hampshire, 1968
B.A., Bachelor of Arts
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University of New Hampshire,
Durham,
New Hampshire, 1968
Current Employment Position(s)
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Attorney
Past Positions
- Massachusetts Defenders Committee, Statewide Public Defender, 1972 - 1975
- Jack M. Atwood, Attorney at Law, 1975 - 2024
Bar Admissions
- Massachusetts, 1972
- U.S. District Court District of Massachusetts, 1972
- U.S. Federal Courts, 1975
Other Affiliations
- Representative Plymouth County Bar, 1976 - 1980
- Plymouth District Bar Association
- Plymouth County Bar Association, 1972 - Present (Member)
- Plymouth County Bar Association, Fellow, 1976 - 1980
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