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Robert H Astor
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Attorney Astor is an AV-rated lawyer with 39 years of experience in the areas of personal injury, medical malpractice, criminal defense and alternative dispute resolution (mediation and arbitration). He serves clients throughout western Massachusetts and has offices in Springfield and Northampton. He has obtained more than 30 six-figure settlements and jury verdicts, and receives many of his cases through referrals from other lawyers. He has lectured and served on panels in the areas of personal injury, medical malpractice, DUI/DWI defense, and alternative dispute resolution for various bar associations, including the Massachusetts Bar Assocaition and Hampden County Bar Assocaition.
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Licensed in Massachusetts for 46 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1979
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Robert H. Astor
One Monarch Place, 1414 Main St. Suite 1450, Springfield, MA, 01144
Law Offices of Robert H. Astor
241 King Street, Suite 217, Northampton, MA, 01060
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Posted by anonymous | April 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great Lawyer
Attorney Astor is extremely professional, knowledgeable, and honest. He helped settle my criminal dispute with the best possible outcome. He knows the area's magistrates and judges on a personal level. Upon our initial meeting, possible outcomes were clearly outlined, dependent on the character of th...
Robert H Astor's Lawyer Endorsements
"Bob is a dedicated and expert attorney. He really cares about his clients and cases and gets great results. He is experienced and dedicated, and is also a courteous professional to work with."
"I endorse this lawyer without hesitation. Rob Astor has roughly 30 years of legal experience and is smart, responsible, and conscientious. I referred a medical malpractice case to him and he achieved a good result which satisfied the client. He's also a good man."
"I endorse this lawyer. Rob Astor is an experienced, accomplished, outstanding personal injury lawyer, who is highly regarded by his peers in western Massachusetts. His expertise and work ethic make him one of the go-to attorneys for challenging, complex cases; and he is a vigorous, dogged advocate for his clients."
"I can heartily recommend Attorney Robert H. Astor as a litigation specialist, without reservation. He has excelled in his area of specialty for over 38 years and enjoys an excellent reputation amongst colleagues, jurists and clients. Respectfully submitted, Leonard C. Jekanowski"
"I have known Rob Astor for nearly twenty years in a professional capacity as a fellow personal injury lawyer. When I want to get a second opinion about one of my own cases, I call Rob. When I cannot take a case due to a conflict of interest, I refer the potential client to Rob. He is a smart and dedicated attorney who has a wealth of experience. Rob works hard for his clients. He is a seasoned litigator who is willing to go to trial in an era when fewer lawyers are willing to go the distance. I trust Rob and endorse him without reservation"
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Astor is well respected in the community and has an excellent reputation as a lawyer. He has a keen intellect, is knowledgeable in the law, is eloquent and articulate, and is very personable."
"I have known Attorney Astor for nearly 30 years. I have always found him to be extremely competent, well-prepared and fair. He is also a pleasure to work with. I can recommend him as an arbitrator without reservation."
"Rob and I worked together on several medical malpractice cases. After working directly with him, I can give him my wholehearted endorsement. Rob is meticulous in his preparation and always ready to work hard on a client's behalf."
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Susan Sachs
Medical malpractice lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Pro Bono service, Women's Bar Association
2007
AV rating, Lawyers.com
Work Experience
1979 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of Robert H. Astor
Associations
Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys
Member
Massachusetts Bar Association
Member
Hampshire County Bar Association
Member
Hampden County Bar Association
Member
Education
1975
Boston University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2016
Communication, Apology and Resolution Forum
Medical Malpractice
2013
Considering, Preparing and Conducting Mediation and Arbitration Hearings
Mediation & Arbitration
2010
Improving Trial Skills
Cross Examining a Doctor
2008
Screening and Handling Medical Malpractice Claims
Medical malpractice
2008
Handling Motor Vehicle Accident Claims
Motor Vehicle Accident Cases
2006
Criminal Practice Forum
DUI/DWI Laws
Publications
2013
Massachusetts Bar Association
Considering, Preparing and Conducting Mediation and Arbitration Hearings
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers