Arson Defense

If you have been charged with arson, do not leave the outcome of your case to chance. Insurance companies and law enforcement have extensive resources that they use in these types of cases. If you have been charged with arson, it is important that you obtain representation from a law firm able to muster similar resources and conduct its own investigation.

Mounting a strong defense against arson charges

At Denner Pellegrino, LLP, our lawyers have access to a variety of fire experts. They can determine whether accelerants were used to start the fire and whether those same substances appear in the defendant’s home or car. They interview witnesses about the first signs of the fire. They analyze insurance reports on the structure before the fire to determine its condition.

Four offices to the convenience of clients

If you are being investigated for or have been charged with arson, contact an experienced and resourceful attorney right away. Denner Pellegrino lawyers have a long record of accomplishment defending clients charged with arson. From our offices in Boston, Springfield, Providence and New York, we combine the extensive resources of our firm with the experience of our lawyers to get results for clients.

Arson charges

We have successfully defended clients charged with:

• Setting fire to a house
• Setting fire to a church or synagogue
• Trying to set fire to a house or church or synagogue
• Setting fire to woods
• Negligent use of fire, such as a campfire or backyard barbecue getting out of control
• Burning with intent to commit fire insurance fraud
• Burning with intent to disguise a crime
• Preventing access to fire by firefighting personnel
• False alarms that result in injury

We use the testimony of experts and witnesses to demonstrate that our client could not have set the fire or that the fire was accidental. Because the evidence in fire cases is usually circumstantial, these cases are often not as strong as the prosecution would like. We are known for our creativity and knowledge of the law in arson defense.

With you at all stages of your case

Our law firm is committed to providing a strong defense at every stage of the proceedings against you. We represent clients from initial investigation to post-conviction appeals and at every other step, including:

• Initial investigation
• Extradition
• Arrest
• Grand jury indictment
• Charging
• Bail hearing
• Arraignment
• Plea negotiations
• Trial
• Verdict
• Pre-sentencing investigation and reports
• Post-conviction appeals, writs and motions
• Probation
• Jail or prison
• Parole

A record of success for clients in arson cases

If you have been charged with or are being investigated for arson, consult with attorneys who have a reputation for success and an ability to handle the most complex or high profile case. Contact Denner Pellegrino, LLP, at our offices in Boston (direct 1-617-830-2723), Springfield (direct 413-746-4400), Providence or New York City or by calling toll free at 1-866-516-2179. We are available to respond to emergencies at all times, including evenings and weekends. Staff can accommodate clients speaking Spanish, Portuguese, Hindi, Russian and some Southeast Asian languages. We offer translators for any other languages.