Practice Areas

Fall River, Massachusetts, Personal Injury Lawyer

I am attorney Kenneth van Colen of the Law Office of Kenneth D. van Colen, in Fall River, Massachusetts. I provide experienced legal counsel and representation to meet the legal needs of residents of southeastern Massachusetts. I invite you to learn more about how I can use my experience to help you resolve your legal matters quickly and effectively, for reasonable fees.

Contact my office to speak with me about your legal problem. I offer a free consultation and am flexible to meet at a time and location that is most convenient for you.

Criminal Defense: When defending a criminal case, whether the charge is driving under the influence or a simple assault, it is absolutely imperative the prosecutor understands that the defense attorney has the skills necessary to go to trial. Above all else, my career as an Assistant District Attorney taught me the valuable trial skills that so many attorneys lack. I have spent many hours in the courtroom, and rest assured, when I face a prosecutor at the negotiating table, that prosecutor knows that if the situation requires, I can win in a trial. Having strong litigation skills can be a very effective negotiating tool for the defense attorney, and I use them accordingly to help you achieve a just outcome.

OUI (DUI) Defense ▪ Drug Charges ▪ Domestic Violence ▪ Violent Felonies

Personal Injury: Injuries that result from the negligence of another deserve to be compensated. As your personal injury lawyer, I will do the research and investigation that is necessary to ensure that your case is settled to your maximum benefit. Because I have extensive experience in the courtroom, I negotiate settlements from a position of strength. No one should have to face a personal injury or wrongful death claim alone. If you have been injured through the negligence of another, call my office immediately for a fair and honest assessment of your case.

Car Accidents ▪ Motorcycle Accidents ▪ Slip & Fall Injuries

Divorce & Family Law: Marital breakdown is among the most difficult issues an attorney can handle. Most clients seeking divorce have lost a nurturing relationship, only to be replaced by seemingly endless legal bickering. As your divorce and family law lawyer, I will take the time to listen to you, so that I may better advise you as to your best legal options. Your case will not be handed off to a paralegal, nor will it be contracted out to “volume” business attorney. I will handle your file from start to finish. If you are facing divorce, do not attempt to go it alone. Many common mistakes are uncorrectable and can be prevented with a knowledgeable and experienced attorney.

Child Custody ▪ Alimony ▪ Judgment Modifications ▪ Prenuptial Agreements

Contact me today for a free consultation about your personal injury, family law, or criminal defense needs. I am dedicated to upholding my oath to provide vigorous representation on my clients' behalf.