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Michael J. Szklasz

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Avvo Rating8.3
  • Dalton, MA
  • Licensed for 12 years
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About Michael

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

  1. Car accident: 30%

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

  2. Family: 30%

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

  3. Landlord or tenant: 20%

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

  4. Personal injury: 15%

    Any general personal injury claims.

  5. Debt collection: 5%

    Debt collection, violations of debt collections practices statutes.

Languages spoken

English

Contact

28 Franklin Street
Dalton, MA, 01226

      Resume

      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      MAActive200909/19/2022
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers4319
      Legal guides3
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate Granted
      Top Contributor- Family LawAVVO2014
      Top Contributor- Personal InjuryAVVO2014
      Best of the BerkshiresBerkshire Eagle Newspaper2014
      work experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      AttorneyLaw Office of Michael J. Szklasz2009 - Present
      SelectmanTown of Dalton2014 - 2017
      Planning Board MemberTown of Dalton2013 - 2015
      Mock Trial CoachWahconah Regional High School2012 - 2013
      Finance Committee MemberTown of Dalton2012 - 2015
      associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      Berkshire Bar AssociationMember2017 - Present
      Hampden County Bar AssociationMember2017 - Present
      American Bar AssociationMember2006 - Present
      Alpha ChiMember2001 - Present
      Phi Beta KappaMember1998 - Present
      publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      AbicusThe Massachusetts Landlord Guide with Forms2012
      education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      Western New England University College of LawJD - Juris Doctor2008
      Massachusetts College of Liberal ArtsBA - Bachelor of Arts- Summa Cum Laude2003
      speaking engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      Mass AppealLegal issues on television2013
      legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      In the Matter of **** ********The guardianshp was vacated and custody went to the mother.
      Client v McDonnoughMy Client won

      Reviews

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      Excellent

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      Michael J. Szklasz's response: Thank you for the wonderful review!

      Fantastic help by Michael, very comprehensive

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      Michael J. Szklasz's response: Thank you for the positive words. I am happy that I was able to help.

      The most helpful attorney answer your legal question with passion.

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      Michael J. Szklasz's response: Thank you for your excellent review. It was my pleasure.

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

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      Michael J. Szklasz's response: Thank you very much for the great review!

      Quick response!

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      Michael J. Szklasz's response: I find it a pleasure to help others.

      The Best

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      Michael J. Szklasz's response: 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!

      Need help with papers when husband passed & for court stuff

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      Michael J. Szklasz's response: 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.

      Caring, Personable, Modern, Yet Old Fashioned Attorney

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      LessMichael J. Szklasz's response: Thank you for your wonderful review! It is always a pleasure to assist people in their time of need!

      My "Go To" Guy

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      LessMichael J. Szklasz's response: Thank you for your glowing review and for the opportunity to serve you and your wife!

      Very helpful!

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      Michael J. Szklasz's response: 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.
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      Attorney endorsements

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      Lawyer Kevin Patrick Seaver

      Kevin Seaver, Unknown Attorney on Jul 12, 2018
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse Michael J. Szklasz as a peer and colleague

      Lawyer Rahul Aggarwal

      Rahul Aggarwal, Unknown Attorney on Feb 28, 2018
      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.

      Lawyer Gary Anthony Anderson

      Gary Anderson, Car accident Attorney on Apr 9, 2017
      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.

      Lawyer Kevin Bernard McKie

      Kevin McKie, Car accident Attorney on Apr 6, 2017
      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.

      Lawyer Channika Shalini Desilva

      Channika Desilva, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 26, 2017
      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.

      Lawyer David M Owens

      David Owens, Unknown Attorney on Jan 25, 2017
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      I endorse this lawyer. Michael always takes the time to provide detailed and excellent answers to actually address the questions that clients post.

      Lawyer Robert Paul Waickowski

      Robert Waickowski, Family Attorney on Jan 14, 2017
      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.

      Lawyer Christine G. DeBernardis

      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.

      Lawyer David M. Silva

      David Silva, Unknown Attorney on Jun 15, 2016
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      I endorse this lawyer.

      Lawyer Mark V. Clay

      Mark Clay, Family Attorney on Aug 19, 2015
      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.

      Lawyer Jill L Rogers

      Jill Rogers, Unknown Attorney on Apr 27, 2015
      Relationship: Other

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Lawyer Dmitriy Shakhnevich

      Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Car accident Attorney on Sep 28, 2014
      Relationship: Other

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Lawyer Lilian Demonteverde-Hoats

      Lilian Demonteverde-Hoats, Car accident Attorney on Sep 16, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Lawyer Simon Kabzan

      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.

      Lawyer Richard Geller

      Richard Geller, Unknown Attorney on Sep 9, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

      Lawyer Brian P Finnerty

      Brian Finnerty, Unknown Attorney on Sep 8, 2014
      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.

      Lawyer Wilfredo Alberto Trivino-Perez

      Wilfredo Trivino-Perez, Family Attorney on Aug 24, 2014
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      I endorse this lawyer.

      Lawyer James Charles Shields

      James Shields, Unknown Attorney on Aug 20, 2014
      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.

      Lawyer Saam Seyed Ghiaasiaan

      Saam Ghiaasiaan, Unknown Attorney on Jul 21, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. An incredible advocate respected by peers and clients alike.

      Lawyer Joshua Stephen Alexander

      Joshua Alexander, Family Attorney on Jul 17, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. He is very well respected in the legal community.

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      Cost

      RATES
      • Hourly Rates $ 195-250 per hour
      OTHER BILLING TYPES
      • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.25%-33%
      PAYMENT METHODS

      Cash, Check, Credit Card