Michael Szklasz - Lawyer in Dalton, MA

Michael J. Szklasz

Family Attorney at Dalton, MA

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Excellent

Fantastic help by Michael, very comprehensive

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Practice areas

Car accident

30%

Any claim in which an automobile was involved. Extensive experience dealing with insurance companies.
Family

30%

Divorce, child support, child visitation, agreements, modifications, contempt actions, adoption, DCF.
Landlord or tenant

20%

Summary process evictions, security deposit statute violations, leases, rental agreements.
Personal injury

15%

Any general personal injury claims.
Debt collection

5%

Debt collection, violations of debt collections practices statutes.

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.

Licensed for 13 years

State MA

Status Active

Acquired 2009

Updated 12/26/2022

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Michael J. Szklasz

28 Franklin Street

Dalton, MA, 01226

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5.0 / 5.0

11 customer reviews

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Posted by Ashok | August 27, 2018

Excellent

Very fast response and very good advice. Any time I contacted him he responded within no time. Will definitely refer him.

Posted by anonymous | October 20, 2017

Fantastic help by Michael, very comprehensive

I have a 258E situation in the Appeals Court, and Attorney Szklasz was able to provide me with "workaround" strategy ideas on the various options i have, both at the trial court level, and at the SJC level. In his session with me he was very patient, and provided me excellent advice, as i go forward with an attorney (i couldnt hire him, he is too far out of my geographic area).

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Response from Michael Szklasz November 14, 2017

Thank you for the positive words. I am happy that I was able to help.

Posted by Tia Maria | June 19, 2017

The most helpful attorney answer your legal question with passion.

Attorney Szklassz gave me the quick responses and helpful answers. Great advice and great manner.

Response from Michael Szklasz July 3, 2017

Thank you for your excellent review. It was my pleasure.

Posted by sam | February 10, 2017

Must admit, Michael is the most helpful attorney I have ever consulted!

Michael is someone I would 100% recommend any day to my family or friends. He is very helpful, extremely knowledgable and most importantly a great person!

Response from Michael Szklasz February 11, 2017

Thank you very much for the great review!

Posted by Mari Peck | January 15, 2017

Quick response!

Answered my question right away!

Response from Michael Szklasz March 22, 2017

I find it a pleasure to help others.

Posted by Christina Rivela | November 4, 2016

The Best

I'm a single, disabled Mom. After much research I knew I wanted This atty..However, I was disheartened to see he was hours away. Yet, when I told him this he offered to make a House Call! I'll be lucky, I believe, if he takes my case after we meet. I met him through AVVO and he impressed me very much with his responses. Then after reading every review I could find plus awards, etc..I was sold.

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Response from Michael Szklasz November 5, 2016

Thank you for your excellent review! My office strives to make it as convenient as possible for clients. Our main objective after excellent legal representation is excellent client service!

Posted by Tammy Sargent | January 27, 2015

Need help with papers when husband passed & for court stuff

Don't know what I would do if Mike wasn't around he's the best Lawyer, if it wasn't for him I don't Know , If I would have known What paper work to do when my husband passed 2 years ago & other things he has done for us .Mike your the best .and Thank you.

Response from Michael Szklasz August 31, 2015

It was my pleasure. One of the main reasons why I decided to practice law in a solo-practice was that I wanted to bring service back into the legal industry. I am very happy that I was able to help you in your time of need.

Posted by anonymous | April 10, 2014

Caring, Personable, Modern, Yet Old Fashioned Attorney

I contacted Attorney Szklasz to seek direction regarding a family matter, (adoption). His response was very fast and his legal advice was considerate, easy to understand and concise. I also referred Attorney Szklasz to a friend for an issue with an automobile. His response to her was identical. Should I need future legal counsel, I would not hesitate to retain his services.

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Response from Michael Szklasz April 10, 2014

Thank you for your wonderful review! It is always a pleasure to assist people in their time of need!

Posted by anonymous | March 10, 2014

My "Go To" Guy

My wife and I hired Michael after a couple of failed representations. Very failed. Mike stepped right up to the plate and won every case we hired him for with his hard work and dedication. I call him for every legal aspect of our lives. He is knowledgable and flexible. He is sensitive to all needs, and respects my time and my feelings. I recommend Michael to all my friends and even people I don't know who I over-hear need legal help. Michael is my go-to guy and I wouldn't want it any other way. Great family Attorney and landlord-tenant Attorney.

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Response from Michael Szklasz March 11, 2014

Thank you for your glowing review and for the opportunity to serve you and your wife!

Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2011

Very helpful!

I hired Attorney Michael J. Szklasz to help me with a legal issue I was having with my landlord. Not only was he very knowledgable about the law, he helped me to understand it! He actually educated my landlord's attorney. He got me results well above what I expected.

Response from Michael Szklasz March 11, 2014

Thank you- it is a special experience for me and my office to successfully help clients. Thank you also for the opportunity to assist you.

Posted by anonymous | June 5, 2010

Great lawyer!

Mr. Szklasz was a very good lawyer. He contacted me as soon as he found out any new information. Any time I contacted him he responded within 24 hours. I won my case with his help. I would recommend Mr. Szklasz to anyone looking for a lawyer. He is new but he does a great job and is very knowledgeable. The next time I need a lawyer I will be contacting him.

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Response from Michael Szklasz March 11, 2014

Great review! Thank you very much for the review and the opportunity to serve you!

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Cost

Resume

AVVO RATING 8.3 (Excellent)

Work Experience

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

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Education

Western New England University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2008

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
BA - Bachelor of Arts- Summa Cum Laude
2003

Legal Cases

In the Matter of **** ********
The guardianshp was vacated and custody went to the mother.

Client v McDonnough
My Client won

Associations

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

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Languages Spoken

English

Awards

Top Contributor- Family Law
AVVO
2014

Top Contributor- Personal Injury
AVVO
2014

Best of the Berkshires
Berkshire Eagle Newspaper
2014

Publications

Abicus
The Massachusetts Landlord Guide with Forms
2012

Speaking Engagements

Mass Appeal
Legal issues on television
2013

Attorney endorsements

Received (35)

Given (32)

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Kevin Seaver

Unknown Attorney | Jul 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael J. Szklasz as a peer and colleague"

Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown Attorney | Feb 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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 | Apr 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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 | Apr 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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 | Mar 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

David Owens

Unknown Attorney | Jan 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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 | Jan 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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 | Sep 11
Relationship: Other

"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."

David Silva

Unknown Attorney | Jun 15
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Mark Clay

Family Attorney | Aug 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

Jill Rogers

Unknown Attorney | Apr 27
Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Car accident Attorney | Sep 28
Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

Lilian Demonteverde-Hoats

Car accident Attorney | Sep 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Simon Kabzan

Family Attorney | Sep 11
Relationship: Other

"I endorse this individual as a highly respected and knowledgable lawyer in their practice."

Richard Geller

Unknown Attorney | Sep 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael. Highly respected in the legal community. Strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication."

Brian Finnerty

Unknown Attorney | Sep 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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 | Aug 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

James Shields

Unknown Attorney | Aug 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."