Your Case Is Our Cause

A female empowered law firm defending those charged in state and federal court, we will listen, actively engage, and persevere.

Your Case Is Our Cause

A female empowered law firm defending those charged in state and federal court, we will listen, actively engage, and persevere.

Ambar and Victoria

Experienced Massachusetts Criminal Defense And Civil Rights Attorneys

Kelleher & Maceo, P.C. is a female-empowered law firm devoted to defending and protecting the rights of people accused of criminal offenses and those subjected to civil rights violations. Whether you are charged with a misdemeanor or felony, in state or federal court, or are seeking justice after the authorities violated your civil rights, we will fight for you.

With over four decades dedicated to criminal defense and civil rights, we will ensure you benefit from our combined experience and vision for overcoming pervasive racial bias, unchecked police power, and rampant abuse of authority that exists at every level of state and federal government.

Over the years, we have secured numerous favorable outcomes for our clients through focused, informed and vigorous advocacy. With access to bilingual reception and multilingual representation, we are able to connect personally and equally with all our clients, providing the same level of expert service no matter whether in Spanish, English, or Portuguese. Your case is our cause. Contact us for a free consultation.

Rated by Super Lawyers | Victoria Kelleher | SuperLawyers.com
Rated by Super Lawyers | Rising Stars | Ambar Maceo-Rossi | SuperLawyers.com

Criminal Defense

Defending your rights in criminal cases involving OUI, drug offenses, theft and property crimes, murder and homicide, weapons offenses and more.

Federal Offenses

Protecting your future in federal court cases alleging identity theft, fraud, drug trafficking, RICO conspiracies, immigration violations and more.

Civil Rights

Fighting for equality in civil rights cases involving police misconduct, racial injustice or other unlawful discrimination, harassment or abuse.

What Our Clients Say

“I had Ambar represent me in a case. I found her to be courteous, responsive, and very professional. I would highly recommend Ambar and Maceo Law if the situation arises in the future when I need legal representation.”

– A.O. | Former Client

What Our Clients Say

“I had the best experience with Amber. She was appointed the first time to me and got the results I wanted then I had the same case and decided to hired her this time and she went beyond for me, she was in contact all the time we could with me and my family and kept me positive and working with the court to get me out in the time I wanted. I will 110% recommend her to everyone. She is the best and I’m very thankful for her. It was a bad experience being incarcerated but she make it worth it at the end. Thank you Amber! ”

– E.A. | Former Client

What Our Clients Say

“Hands down organized, caring, honest and a fighter. Call her, period. She is amazing and if you want that not guilty, she is the answer to  your problems. She’s the elite firm you want handling your case.”

– R.V. | Former Client

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Experienced Boston Lawyer Ambar M. Maceo-Rossi

Ambar’s commitment to her clients and her passion for righting the wrongs of a flawed legal system is only a couple of the reasons why you want her in your corner. With a soft voice and a kind demeanor, Ambar is the perfect example that you don’t need to be loud to be heard.

  • Named as a Top-Rated Criminal Defense Attorney by Super Lawyers
  • Selected to Super Lawyers Rising Stars in 2021 and 2022
  • Recipient of CPCS Emerging Defender Awards in 2022
  • Over 15 years of legal experience
  • Fluent in Spanish, French, and Portuguese
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Dedicated Boston Attorney Victoria Kelleher

With over 20 years of legal experience, Victoria is the epitome of a zealous defender of clients’ rights. In criminal and civil rights cases alike, she is devoted to helping the underrepresented throughout our community get the legal representation and justice they deserve.

  • Named as a Top-Rated Criminal Defense Attorney by Super Lawyers
  • Selected to Super Lawyers list in 2020-2022
  • Named to Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly: 2020 Lawyers of the Year
  • Over two decades of legal experience
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Have You Been Arrested?

If you or a loved one have been arrested or charged with a crime in state or federal court, you need to speak with an experienced attorney right away to start preparing the best possible defense. You have the right to stay silent, you have a right to an attorney, and you are innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. Demand your rights!