Boston Magazine has unveiled its 2025 Top Lawyers list, recognizing 1,151 exceptional attorneys across Greater Boston, and Norwell criminal defense attorney Nate Amendola has once again earned his place among the region’s legal elite.
The selection process, conducted in partnership with DataJoe Research, invites attorneys to nominate up to three peers in their specialty areas, making this a true peer-recognition honor. This marks another milestone in a banner year for Amendola, who was also named to the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 list earlier in 2025.
Additionally, Nate Amendola Defense was honored by being named as an Up and Coming Law Firm of 2025 by Massachusetts Lawyer’s Weekly.

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As the founder of Nate Amendola Defense, Amendola has built his reputation on holistic, compassionate defense for the accused, handling cases ranging from violent crimes and juvenile justice to drug trafficking, sex crimes, and white collar crimes. What sets him apart is his distinctive courtroom approach combined with a commitment to addressing not just the legal consequences his clients face, but the broader personal and emotional impacts of criminal charges.
A Syracuse University College of Law graduate who earned magna cum laude honors, Amendola is known for his unique blend of fierce advocacy and mindfulness-based practice. His holistic philosophy extends beyond the courtroom, as he works with clients to navigate collateral consequences and rebuild their lives after facing criminal accusations.
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The Boston Magazine Top Lawyers recognition reinforces Amendola’s standing as one of the region’s most respected criminal defense attorneys in Massachusetts—validation that comes not from self-promotion, but from the recommendations of fellow legal professionals who recognize excellence when they see it.
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