Maneesh Gulati, Criminal Defense Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
Over 24 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, General, and Health Care
PartneratMcCarter & English, LLP
Boston, MA
Practicing criminal defense in Boston since 2002.
- 24+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Maneesh Gulati is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, General, and Health Care. Maneesh has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McCarter & English, LLP.
- Based in
- Boston, MA
- Experience
- over 24 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · General · Health Care
- Handles Criminal Defense, General, and Health Care matters from Boston, MA.
- Over 24 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Maneesh Gulati: Maneesh Gulati is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, General, and Health Care. Maneesh has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McCarter & English, LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Maneesh takes on
Maneesh concentrates on criminal defense, general, health care, ip, and patent. Each area below outlines the kind of case Maneesh handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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General
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Health Care
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IP
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Criminal Defense cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Maneesh takes criminal defense matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Maneesh agrees to represent you.
General cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Maneesh takes general matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Maneesh agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Maneesh takes health care matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Maneesh agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Maneesh takes ip matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Maneesh agrees to represent you.
Patent cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Maneesh takes patent matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Maneesh agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Maneesh Gulati — criminal defense lawyer in Boston
Maneesh Gulati is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, General, and Health Care. Maneesh has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McCarter & English, LLP.
Maneesh Gulati is a lawyer practicing life sciences & biotechnology, trademark application, criminal defense and 3 other areas of law. Maneesh received a B.S. degree from University of Michigan in 1998, and has been licensed for 24 years. Maneesh practices at McCarter & English, LLP in Boston, MA.
Maneesh's approach to criminal defense cases
Maneesh Gulati is a lawyer practicing life sciences & biotechnology, trademark application, criminal defense and 3 other areas of law. Maneesh received a B.S. degree from University of Michigan in 1998, and has been licensed for 24 years. Maneesh practices at McCarter & English, LLP in Boston, MA.
The kind of cases Maneesh takes
Maneesh reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, general, and health care matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Northwestern University School of Law
J.D. · 2001
University of Michigan
B.S. · 1998
Jurisdictions
Maneesh's state bar admissions
New York
2017 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts U.S. P
2002 · ACTIVE
Maneesh studied at J.D. in Northwestern University School of Law and B.S. in University of Michigan.
Law school and academic background
Maneesh completed J.D. in Northwestern University School of Law and B.S. in University of Michigan. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Maneesh runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Maneesh Gulati's office in Boston
Maneesh's primary office is at 265 Franklin Street, Boston, MA, 02110. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Maneesh Gulati — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Maneesh usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Maneesh charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maneesh's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Maneesh will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Maneesh
Maneesh discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Maneesh confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Maneesh's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Maneesh Gulati
How much does it cost to hire Maneesh for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Maneesh walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Maneesh offer a free consultation?
Maneesh charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maneesh's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Maneesh's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Maneesh gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Maneesh take my case if I'm outside Boston?
Maneesh is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Maneesh will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Maneesh?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Maneesh will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Maneesh accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Maneesh's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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