John Scheft

John Scheft

Google Rating

5.0(4 reviews)

  • Bellotti Law Group, P.C. - 189 Cambridge St, 189 Cambridge St Cambridge, MA 02141
  • +1-617-225-2100
  • No email available
Additional DV Legal Issues, Criminal Law

About:

Attorney John Sofis Scheft has been associated with Bellotti Law Group, P.C. for many years and has been an invaluable asset to the firm. Attorney Scheft began his legal career in 1986 and served with Attorney Peter Bellotti as a prosecutor in Middlesex County in the late 1980s. While a prosecutor, Attorney Scheft skillfully tried and won numerous cases and was quickly recognized by his peers, judges, and his clients as a top-notch litigator. Attorney Scheft is the president of Law Enforcement Dimensions, which provides exceptional legal and human relations training to police officers, supervisors, commanders, and law enforcement personnel in Massachusetts. In addition to law enforcement training, Attorney Scheft frequently puts his impressive legal background to work, sharing his experience and knowledge through tailored legal training programs, which have received great praise throughout the Massachusetts legal community. Numerous agencies in the state have trusted Attorney Scheft to provide the most comprehensive and effective training, including the DEA, Massachusetts State Police, and Boston Police. When the most thorough, effective, and relevant legal training is required, Attorney Scheft is the first attorney that comes to mind. Recently, Attorney Scheft won a historic appeal for new language on a Massachusetts medical marijuana ballot question, "Question 3." Due to Attorney Scheft's keen lawyering, for the first time in the long and storied history of law in Massachusetts, a Supreme Judicial Court Justice ordered the Attorney General to revamp a "misleading" statement on a ballot question and voter's guide, which was prepared by the Secretary of State for the Fall 2012 election. The unprecedented victory showcased Attorney's Scheft's exceptional determination, knowledge, and skill in the face of decades of legal precedent. Attorney Scheft forged ahead and vowed to not rest until justice was served.

Jurisdiction:Massachusetts

Practice Area

Additional DV Legal Issues

Captures DV-related issues that fall outside categories and need review, triage, and referral so survivors reach the right legal remedy quickly.

Criminal Law

Guides reporting, evidence, bail conditions, no-contact orders, prosecutions or defenses, and record sealing, centering survivor safety and informed participation across the criminal process.

Languages

English

Fees

Free Consultation

Education

J.D.
Northeastern University School of Law
1986

Reviews


RATED 5.0

Aug 10, 2024Googlevia Google

John McLaughlin

RATED 5.0

Aug 10, 2023Googlevia Google

A F

RATED 5.0

Aug 10, 2021Googlevia Google

Jose Otero

"Good people and an excellent resource for the law enforcement professional."

RATED 5.0

Aug 10, 2020Googlevia Google

Stephen C.

"I couldn't disagree more with the previous reviewer's characterizations of John Sheft. He does not promote himself as a top expert, but he most certainly is one. When police chiefs and police officers need guidance, we reach out to John. In my 25 years as a police officer, he is by far the most knowledgeable person I have met. Thanks, John, for doing what you do, and for the selfless assistance you have provided to so many over the years."