Charles W. Rankin is a distinguished criminal justice attorney and a founding partner of Rankin & Sultan, a Massachusetts-based firm specializing exclusively in criminal defense and administrative litigation. The firm stands out for its passionate, zealous advocacy on behalf of the accused and its commitment to protecting clients against the immense power of government through skilled, personalized legal representation.
With a mission to safeguard liberty, property, and life while championing justice and human dignity, the firm combines toughness and energy for trial readiness with the flexibility to negotiate favorable outcomes. Their approach is tailored to each client’s unique circumstances, offering dedicated personal service as a small firm with deep expertise in high-stakes criminal and administrative matters. They represent individuals facing criminal accusations, investigations, or professional misconduct proceedings, emphasizing early intervention and strategic defense.
Services Offered
- Criminal Defense
- Pre-Charge Representation and Criminal Investigations
- Criminal Complaint Hearings
- Grand Jury Proceedings
- Motion Practice
- Trials
- Sentencing Hearings
- Criminal Appeals
- Post-Conviction Proceedings
- Probation Violation Proceedings
- Administrative Litigation
- Sex Offender Registration Litigation
- Parole Release and Revocation Hearings
- Restraining Order and Harassment Prevention Order Defense
- College and University Discipline
- Professional Misconduct Defense
- Criminal Record (CORI) Sealing
The firm serves clients throughout Massachusetts and is equipped to provide legal assistance in Spanish, ensuring accessibility for a broader range of individuals. Their notable achievements include averted prosecutions, acquittals at trial, dismissals, successful appellate outcomes, suppression of key evidence, favorable sentencing results, and victories in Sex Offender Registry Board litigation.
