Rachel M. Self, P.C. specializes in immigration and criminal defense law. Located in downtown Boston, Massachusetts, Rachel M. Self, P.C. has particular expertise in criminal trial work, post-conviction relief and deportation defense.
DUI/DWI
DUI charges are one of the most common criminal charges filed against individuals in the State of Massachusetts. Even for a first offense, the penalties can be extremely serious. These penalties include license suspension, fines of almost $2,000, mandatory attendance at State or DMV Approved alcohol programs, and potential mandatory jail time.
Traffic Violations
Sex Crimes
: Arraignment and bail hearings Post conviction relief Narcotics Violations Money Laundering Theft Sexual Assault Domestic Violence Assault & Battery Alien Smuggling Illegal re-entry after deportation Juvenile Criminal Defense Driving under the influence
Theft
Misdemeanors
Facing misdemeanor felony criminal charges? Our criminal practice focuses on keeping our clients out of jail and keeping your criminal record clear. We will protect your rights as a criminal defendant and ensure that you get the best possible defense for your case.
Drug Crimes
Attorney Self represents people and families in all aspects of immigration and criminal defense law. Representative immigration engagements include assisting applicants for U.S. citizenship, family-based green card applicants, political asylum seekers in removal proceedings, cancellation in removal proceedings, and individuals seeking visas and inadmissibility waivers. Further, Rachel M. Self, P.C. represents clients in criminal matters including vacating criminal convictions, OUI, drug crimes, assault, theft crimes and all other misdemeanor and felony charges.
Assault
Attorney Self obtains Not Guilty verdict in Assault and Battery of a Police Officer and Assault and Battery case.
Murder
Juvenile Crimes
Ms. Self provides defense representation to people who have been charged with state or federal offenses. The types of cases that she has handled in this regard have included driving under the influence, domestic violence, sex crimes, money laundering, assault and battery, drug possession and distribution, and juvenile crimes.
We may also be able to obtain a temporary visa that would allow your friend or relative to work while in the United States. These include...
Removal Defense
What is the categorical approach and how is it relevant to your client? This seminar focuses on recent case developments and practical approaches in removal defense. Learn how to use recent case law to contest removability or to argue eligibility for forms of relief. The panel gives practitioners an understanding of the authority behind the categorical approach and provides clear guidance on the concepts. In addition, the speakers offer practical suggestions on how to utilize the analysis in practice. Key Topics include: Identifying the Difference Between a Singular Offense (Which May Be Committed in Various Ways) vs. a Divisible Statute that Provides Alternative Offenses; Essential Holdings in