Michael J. Zarrella: Top Criminal Defense Attorney in Rhode Island

Fighting for the Accused in the Most Serious Criminal Cases, Including Child Molestation and Sexual Assault

An Attorney with Real Trial Victories

In Rhode Island, when your reputation, freedom, and future are on the line, you need more than just a lawyer—you need a proven trial attorney. Michael J. Zarrella has spent decades defending people accused of the most serious crimes, and he has earned a reputation as one of the state's most effective criminal defense attorneys. He has successfully defended numerous clients charged with child molestation and sexual assault, including those who faced overwhelming odds and intense public scrutiny.

Zarrella is not afraid to take a case to trial. He has stood in front of juries and won acquittals in cases that many believed were unwinnable. Through sharp cross-examination, detailed case analysis, and relentless advocacy, he has exposed weak evidence, challenged unreliable testimony, and protected the rights of the falsely accused. His record shows that he knows how to win—and more importantly, he knows how to fight when the stakes couldn't be higher.

Child Molestation And Sexual Assault Charges Are Incredibly Serious

Child molestation and sexual assault charges carry devastating consequences. A conviction almost always means a long prison sentence, mandatory registration as a sex offender, and permanent damage to your family, career, and personal life. These are emotionally charged cases that are aggressively prosecuted—and once accused, even before trial, your reputation can be destroyed.

Without an experienced and fearless defense attorney, you're not just facing charges. You're facing the real possibility of spending the rest of your life in prison.

False Allegations Do Happen

While these crimes must be taken seriously, it's equally important to acknowledge that false allegations do happen, and they can happen to anyone. Innocent people have been caught in the crosshairs of a justice system that is quick to believe, slow to question, and unforgiving in its consequences.

False claims can come from contentious custody disputes, where one parent uses an allegation to gain an upper hand. Some accusations are the result of misinterpretation, where a child misunderstands an innocent action. Others are driven by revenge, mental health issues, manipulation by another adult, or even the pursuit of financial gain. Michael Zarrella understands these dynamics, he has seen them play out in courtrooms, and he knows how to investigate and expose them.

Attorney Zarrella is a Top Criminal Defense Lawyer

If you've been charged with child molestation or sexual assault in Rhode Island, there is no time to waste. You need someone in your corner who has won these cases before—someone who knows the law, understands the courtroom, and can handle the intense pressure that comes with these types of allegations.

Michael J. Zarrella offers real experience, real results, and a relentless commitment to defending his clients. He will fight for your rights, your freedom, and your future—because he knows exactly what's at stake.

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Your defense starts with a hiring a top child molestation and sexual assault lawyer. Don't wait.
Contact Michael J. Zarrella today for a confidential consultation.

Everything is on the line in these cases, you need a fighter in your corner.