Thomas H Estes Jr.

Thomas H Estes Jr.

also known as Thomas Estes, Thomas H. Estes

5.0
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 29 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Northampton, MA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Violent Crime ... +10 more

150 Main St., Suite 358, Northampton, MA

About Thomas

Biography

Practice Areas

13

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 45%

Defense of all areas of criminal law. OUI, Felonies, assault, murder, misdemeanors, etc

28 years | 2,000 cases

45%
Litigation 28%

28 years | 3,000 cases

28%
Violent Crime 10%

Defense of all types of violent crime

28 years | 1,000 cases

10%
DUI and DWI 5%

I have successfully defended OUI's in Massachusetts and Virginia for 22 years. Multiple successful appeals for this as well

28 years | 1,000 cases

5%
Appeals 2%

28 years | 40 cases

2%
Divorce and Separation 2%

7 years | 2 cases

2%
General Practice 2%

I am available on retainer for general practice

28 years | 3 cases

2%
Child Custody 1%

7 years | 2 cases

1%
Constitutional 1%

26 years | 30 cases

1%
Debt Collection 1%

Debt Collection Defense for consumers

7 years | 1 case

1%
Debt Settlement 1%

Debt Settlement for Consumers

7 years | 1 case

1%
White Collar Crime 1%

28 years | 400 cases

1%
Workers Compensation 1%

7 years | 1 case

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 200-400 per hour

Contingency

33%-50%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 21 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Virginia for 29 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1996

Former Member

No misconduct found

Location

Thomas Estes

150 Main St., Suite 358, Northampton, MA, 01060

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Thomas H Estes Jr.'s Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

5 star (3)
4 star (0)
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Posted by Joe | December 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptional Legal Representation by Attorney Estes

I recently faced a daunting array of charges, including Assault & Battery on a Family/Household Member, Assault & Battery with a Dangerous Weapon, Carrying a Firearm Without a License, and Improper Storage of a Firearm. With mandatory minimum incarceration looming, my freedom hung in the balance. ...Attorney Estes proved to be an invaluable ally during this challenging time. Through his skillful negotiation with the prosecutor, he orchestrated a plea arrangement that resulted in the dismissal of a majority of the charges. Remarkably, he secured a Continuance Without a Finding (CWOF) for the most serious offense, effectively avoiding the mandatory jail time that seemed inevitable. The resulting disposition was probation for one year, a far cry from the harsher alternatives I was initially facing. I cannot overemphasize the significance of having Attorney Estes as your defense lawyer when your freedom is on the line. His expertise, strategic approach, and unwavering dedication make him the advocate you want in your corner.

Posted by Erik | January 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Dedicated Criminal Defense Lawyer

I needed Thomas H Estes Jr. law services to help me with a criminal case and he went above and beyond in giving me excellent service. Thomas and Stephanie are very polite, respectful and kind. They both make you feel welcome and comfortable when you have them at your side dealing with Your legal issu...es. Thomas and Stephanie make dealing with the court system seem like a breeze. If you ever need legal counsel and have to deal with any of the issues that Thomas specializes in I would highly recommend hiring him as your lawyer.

Posted by stephanie | September 9, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Incredible Litigator

His trial strategy is impeccable. Very professional and straight forward. He seems to be very well known in the field of criminal justice. He was very kind in my situation and it was greatly appreciated. He was always on time and always addressed my concerns.

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Jesse Adams

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Attorney Estes a stellar and top notch advocate and trial lawyer. I recommend him highly."

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2014 - 2018

Associate Justice of the District Court, Trial Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts

2006 - 2014

Attorney-in-Charge, Committee for Public Counsel Services, Public Defender Division

2002 - 2006

Public Defender, Committee for Public Counsel Services, Public Defender Division

1998 - 2002

Deputy Public Defender, Office of the Public Defender for the City and County of Fairfax

1996 - 1998

Patent and Trademark Litigation Attorney, Oliff and Berridge, PLC

Education

1996

William & Mary Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

University of Virginia

Bachelor of Arts, Asian Studies and Foreign Affairs

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