I am an attorney who is concerned that service in the legal industry is almost gone. To help bring service back, one client at a time, I am not only willing to do housecalls, I ENCOURAGE THEM! My office does not bill for every minute that may be considered billable to keep my client's legal bills down to a more affordable level. I am willing to make retainer payment arrangement and am very flexible. Does this mean that I get taken advantage of by some clients? Absolutely. However, I did not become an attorney to become rich. My decision was more about enjoying what I do and helping others.
Practice areas
Divorce, child support, child visitation, agreements, modifications, contempt actions, adoption, DCF.
Any claim in which an automobile was involved. Extensive experience dealing with insurance companies.
Summary process evictions, security deposit statute violations, leases, rental agreements.
Any general personal injury claims.
Debt collection, violations of debt collections practices statutes.
Languages spoken
English
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| MA | Active | 2009 | 09/11/2021 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Top Contributor- Family Law | AVVO | 2014 |
| Top Contributor- Personal Injury | AVVO | 2014 |
| Best of the Berkshires | Berkshire Eagle Newspaper | 2014 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Attorney | Law Office of Michael J. Szklasz | 2009 - Present |
| Selectman | Town of Dalton | 2014 - 2017 |
| Planning Board Member | Town of Dalton | 2013 - 2015 |
| Mock Trial Coach | Wahconah Regional High School | 2012 - 2013 |
| Finance Committee Member | Town of Dalton | 2012 - 2015 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Berkshire Bar Association | Member | 2017 - Present |
| Hampden County Bar Association | Member | 2017 - Present |
| American Bar Association | Member | 2006 - Present |
| Alpha Chi | Member | 2001 - Present |
| Phi Beta Kappa | Member | 1998 - Present |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Abicus | The Massachusetts Landlord Guide with Forms | 2012 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Western New England University College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2008 |
| Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts | BA - Bachelor of Arts- Summa Cum Laude | 2003 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mass Appeal | Legal issues on television | 2013 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| In the Matter of **** ******** | The guardianshp was vacated and custody went to the mother. |
| Client v McDonnough | My Client won |
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I endorse Michael J. Szklasz as a peer and colleague
An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services.
Gary Anderson, Car accident Attorney on Apr 9, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. Michael Szklasz is a lawyer with boundless energy and great integrity. He is always well prepared and very knowledgeable about car accidents matters.
Kevin McKie, Car accident Attorney on Apr 6, 2017
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Michael J. Szklasz is a great lawyer with excellent judgment and legal ability. He is a well-respected attorney in the legal community. I wholeheartedly endorse him.
Channika Desilva, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 26, 2017
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Mr. Szklasz is a highly skilled, diligent and knowledgeable attorney who is well-known in the legal community for his outstanding professionalism. He was able to obtain satisfactory results even for clients whose cases were incredibly difficult by dedicating his time and effort to achieve the best results. I certainly endorse this lawyer and have no doubt he will be of great help to anyone seeking legal advice or representation within his main areas of practice.
I endorse this lawyer. Michael always takes the time to provide detailed and excellent answers to actually address the questions that clients post.
Robert Waickowski, Family Attorney on Jan 14, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. I have read Attorney Szklasz answers to Massachuseetts questions asked in the Avvo website and have found his responses to be thoughtful and accurate as to the law.
Christine DeBernardis, Family Attorney on Sep 11, 2016
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Attorney Szklasz provides insightful answers and helpful responses to the readers here at Avvo. I can see from his responses that he is very educated in his field and that he provides practical advice to a potential client. I endorse Attorney Szklasz in the family law, divorce, child support fields of law.
I endorse this lawyer.
Mark Clay, Family Attorney on Aug 19, 2015
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I highly endorse Mr. Szklasz. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I really want all people to contact him for help.
I endorse this lawyer.
Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Car accident Attorney on Sep 28, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Lilian Demonteverde-Hoats, Car accident Attorney on Sep 16, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Simon Kabzan, Family Attorney on Sep 11, 2014
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I endorse this individual as a highly respected and knowledgable lawyer in their practice.
I endorse Michael. Highly respected in the legal community. Strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication.
I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Szklasz is highly regarded by his colleagues and is a top-notch personal injury lawyer.
Wilfredo Trivino-Perez, Family Attorney on Aug 24, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible.I endorse this lawyer.
I endorse this lawyer. An incredible advocate respected by peers and clients alike.
Joshua Alexander, Family Attorney on Jul 17, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. He is very well respected in the legal community.
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