James M. Milligan Jr.

Peggy · litigation · May 2026

If you need a great appellate attorney, Michael Schneider is your man! I have known Atty. Schneider since 1996, when he first became aware of my situation through an associate. When I was tried and wrongfully convicted in 2005, Michael stepped into my case at my request and worked diligently to find justice for me. It took a few years to get through the appeals process, but he was dedicated and tenacious. I cannot say enough good things about him and his work ethic. When he appealed my case to the Supreme Judicial Court, it only took them 9 weeks (practically unheard of) to overturn my conviction and set me free! The vote was unanimous and included the full panel of Judges. All through the process, he kept me informed via regular phone calls and shared documentation. He was supportive and also straightforward with me, helping me understand the process and taking time to go over details and investigate a case that was over 20 years old, finding the facts that proved I was not guilty of this charge. He got me back to my son, and my life. I know that if it weren't for his belief in me, and his dedication to get justice, I would still be behind bars serving someone else's time. Atty. Schneider is a great lawyer, I would (and do) strongly recommend him to anyone looking for an honest, sincere and dedicated lawyer.

Jaen · May 2026

Thank you Atty Schneider! this conversation was of such relief, and i really appreciate you taking your time for consultation for this long. Will stay in touch!

SJB · litigation · May 2026

• I am a former biomedical scientist and client of Good, Schneider, Cormier and Fried. I specifically hired Michael Schneider to defend me against allegations of research scientific misconduct. • Long before I hired Mr. Schneider, and not knowing better, I hired (what would be) a series of inexperi enced and ineffective attorneys to represent me. All had claimed to be experts in the defense of allegations of scientific misconduct. I would learn later that most had little-to-no experience. • Michael Schneider was the first (and only) attorney that I found to be completely transparent, professional and experienced in administrative, civil and criminal law as it pertains specifically to the defense against allegations of research misconduct. In my opinion, Mr. Schneider is not only a brilliant and honest attorney; he is a well-versed scholar on the subject of research scientific misconduct and a very decent human being – a quality that eludes many others in his profession. • Herein, what I have to say can be authenticated through a cadre of legal filings in administrative, federal, and appeals courts that began in 2007 and concluded in 2018. • To make a very-long story a bit shorter, had I hired an experienced attorney like Mr. Schneider and had I done this early in the inquiry/investigation process, I would very likely still be a working scientist. • I was accused of research misconduct while working for a public institution. During this time (ten years of litigation), administrative and federal judges would rule against me based on their belief that everything the institution produced in their “Report” to the government was accurate and factual. • It took more than ten years of FOIA requests to obtain the evidence to prove in a court of law that institutional lawyers, administrators and researchers had knowingly and intentionally “destroyed”, “manipulated”, “lost”, “misplaced”’, “deleted”, “misidentified” and “withheld” physical and electronic evidence and information that was crucial to my defense. • In my experience, in the USA you are not innocent until proven guilty – you need to prove your innocence and you need to protect yourself against unlawful and deceptive tactics that can be used (and are often used) by 'investigative' and prosecuting attorneys at all phases of scientific misconduct ‘investigations’. • Mr. Schneider kindly took me as a client after years of a botched defense by mostly inexperienced and uncaring attorneys. He took my case all the way from the administrative-to-federal-to-appellate court. My case was heard in front of the First District Court of Appeals. The one-and-only time a research scientific misconduct case has been heard at this level. • I ultimately lost my case because an administrative law judge (the governments judge) would not grant an evidentiary hearing (no original data, electronic files, ...) and then ruled against me based on “inference” and his “belief” that I was a “liar” and that spoliation, manipulation, concealment and withholding of evidence could not have occurred to this massive degree by institutional attorneys, administrators and competitors in research. • For those unfamiliar with the law (as I was), you only get one shot at getting it right (Res Judicata, ...). Once a judge rules, even if it can be proven later-on that it was an unjust ruling, and even if the accuser has “destroyed”, “manipulated”, “withheld”… evidence, the decision almost always stands. This is compounded even more by the very low-bar of “preponderance of evidence” in such misconduct hearings - a reason to get an experienced attorney like Michael Schneider involved ASAP before the misconduct allegations can be flagrantly amplified. Thanks again Michael for your constant professionalism, work ethic (your writing skills and command of the English language are unsurpassed) and your compassion for people like me that can be (and often are) taken advantage of by our justice system.

anonymous · criminal defense · May 2026

Attorney Milligan and the team were truly top notch throughout this process and I wholeheartedly recommend them should you find yourself needing someone on your side. From the onset, the team’s communication was excellent; this matters when you find yourself in a vulnerable position and are looking f or professionalism and experience. As someone with little to no legal knowledge, they were able to break down the process, clearly review expectations, and ultimately chart a course that led to a “not guilty” verdict. Attorney Milligan is a master of his craft having amassed a great deal of experience and expertise. His reputation and network in this field is impressive. This has enabled him to hire great trial attorneys and paralegals to round out his practice. I’m eternally grateful for the team’s assistance during this difficult time and can’t say enough about their communication and expertise. Look no further — this is the one you want to help get you to that favorable outcome.

Jarred · May 2026

I was facing legal trouble and needed a lawyer. My friend recommended Attorney Jay Milligan. The biggest thing for me was that he was always there when I needed him. He answered all my calls and questions. He gave great advice and listened to what I wanted as an outcome. He brought in a member of his team, Attorney Daniel Park. Attorney Park was remarkable! He got the best possible outcome for me. My family and I are forever grateful.

anonymous · dui · May 2026

I hired Attorney Steven Pellerin to represent me in an OUI case. He works for the law firm and he was the best value in the office. He was a great fit for me bc my charge was in Falmouth where he used to be the assistant DA. I felt comfortable that we could use his connections for the betterment o f my case. And I was correct. Every time we were at the courthouse he got greetings with a smile from most everyone. Ultimately he was able to reach a plea deal that threw out the OUI. I am very pleased with the outcome and would recommend using Steve if you find yourself in need of a lawyer. On a personal level - I enjoyed our chats. He explains the law/options well for those of us who don't speak the language. And he has a sense of humor. Made for a pleasant experience given the circumstances.

anonymous · dui · May 2026

I can't say enough good things about Jay. From the moment I first spoke with Jay until the time we went to trial, he took an extremely trying and anxiety riddled time and seemingly hopeless situation for me and turned it into the most positive outcome. Jay genuinely cared about my case and the outcom e. He is a professional through and through - extremely knowledgeable, smart, and he always made sure I felt educated on my options and the possible outcomes. In a time when the world feels to be crashing down on you - you want Jay in your corner. I was charged with an OUI-Liquor offense and after Jay took a look at all the evidence in my case (including a witness that he went out of his way to speak with) we decided to take the case to trial. Jay does his research and he is absolutely nothing short of impressive in the court room. I ended up with a not guilty verdict and I owe it all to Jay. I can now have my life back again and that is something priceless.

Michael · litigation · May 2026

Working with Milligan & Higgins was an outstanding experience from start to finish. The entire team is professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely committed to their clients. Jay Milligan, in particular, exceeded all expectations. He was responsive at all hours—including evenings and weekends—alway s taking the time to clearly explain each step of the legal process. His communication style is direct and easy to understand, which made a huge difference during a stressful time. What truly sets Jay apart is the respect he commands within the court system. His experience and reputation were clearly beneficial to our case, and it was evident that he is highly regarded by judges and other attorneys alike. If you're looking for an attorney who is dedicated, highly effective, and deeply respected in the legal community, I highly recommend Jay Milligan and the team at Milligan & Higgins.