Adam D. Schmaelzle

Adam D. Schmaelzle

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 12 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Worcester, MA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Personal Injury

50 Franklin Street, Suite 200, Worcester, MA

About Adam

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-415 per hour

Contingency

33%-33%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 12 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Attorney At Law

50 Franklin Street, Suite 200, Worcester, MA, 01608

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Adam D. Schmaelzle's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

111 Client Reviews

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Posted by John | April 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Adam S. Made an Emotional Divorce a Calmer Experience

Adam helped me with a divorce with complications due to children and keeping children in a home. Adam worked out a method for the kids to stay in their home, delaying benefit splitting until the mom can get a new place in her own time. Less drama and anger. Also Adam was patient with the years-long b...ack and forth of locking down working situations on both sides prior to actually pulling the trigger. Adam is technically very professional, extremely competent, and though quick, has a calming way with folks on both sides of the aisle. I have great respect for Adam. If I find I need lawyer services in the future, Adam is on speed-dial.

Posted by anonymous | January 3, 2024 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Thanks Adam

I want to take the time and thank Attorney Adam D. Schmaelzle for putting my mind at ease and chatting with me today. despite his busy schedule He is great!

Posted by Scott | July 27, 2023 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Great advice

Adam is not able to take my case with under his current load, but he was able to help me with some important questions that I had no way of understanding until we talked. The time he saved me is really a shock, and I am very thankful for his time.

Posted by Stephanie | January 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The best

I was fortunate to have been referred to Attorney Adam D. Schmaelzle from a client of mine. After my first appointment with Adam I knew I had made the right decision. Adam consistently steered me in the right direction for the best possible outcome. Adam has been incredibly professional, prompt in h...is communication and compassionate throughout my lengthy divorce. Thanks to Adam I felt we were well prepared for every issue or event that arose. I hope to never need an attorney in the future but if I do I know the first person I will be calling will be Adam. Adam works in other areas of the law in addition to divorces so if he is not able to assist you, he will refer you to another attorney that will be able to help. Thanks again for everything. Stephanie

Posted by Eric | February 3, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thank you Adam

Greetings, I want to take the time and thank Attorney Adam D. Schmaelzle for representing me on October 30, 2021. Adam was professional, considerate, and tactful handling my case. I was accused wrongly of a felony that led to my incarceration at Hampton County Correction Center. Adam responded i...mmediately to my call where other offices took days to contact me later. Adam met with the D.A. and eventually had the charges dismissed. His presence gave me hope and confidence that this case would not hinder my family’s peace and tranquility. Adam deescalated the stress and anxiety to a comfortable level throughout the proceedings. He is a wonderful person and an incredible layer. Eric Madison

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Adam D. Schmaelzle's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lindsay Stewart

Unknown lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Erlich

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Elizabeth Halloran

Unknown lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Schmaelzle demonstrates an unprecedented enthusiasm for the law. His client-focused approach provides his clients with passionate representation in a variety of legal matters. He has an outstanding ability to practice law in a manner that is professional and courteous with his colleagues while zealously advocating for the rights of his clients. He is a highly skilled lawyer who provides superior representation and positive results for his clients. Any client would be well served by hiring Attorney Schmaelzle"

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Jennifer Currie

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Adam Sloane

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As an attorney myself I know what it takes to be a great advocate for clients. Adam Schmaelzle exceeds every standard. Adam will fight hard to get you the justice you deserve. He is ethical, skilled, passionate. He really listens to clients and takes the time to understand their specific legal situation. If you choose Adam Schmaelzle you will be choosing the best possible legal representation."

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Cavan Boyle

Litigation lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Schmaelzle for his passion to assist others and commitment to advocacy. It is clear his clients' successes are a result of his dedication and expertise in litigation."

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Daniel Deraney

Unknown lawyer | Jul 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Schmaelzle is a fighter. His reputation speaks for itself but I endorse him as a highly skilled attorney who is passionate about his clients and doesn't seem to give up, even in the face of a very difficult situation."

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Eugene Lumelsky

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Monisha Pahuja

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Schmaelzle is very well respected in the legal community for his zealous advocacy on behalf of his clients and also for the integrity with which he comports himself in that advocacy. I recommend Atty. Schmaelzle and trust in the quality of his representation."

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Mark Maynard

Litigation lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Attorney Schmaelzle and I worked together on a Business Litigation matter. He proved to be knowledgeable and highly effective. I was very happy with the outcome of the case and will continue to work with him again in the future."

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Robert Linch

Unknown lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Friend

"Adam is not only a highly astute legal practitioner, but an incredibly personable attorney. He is incredibly dedicated to his clients and it truly shows. If I had a personal injury or criminal matter, Adam would be my first choice for legal representation."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Adam. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Ilir Kavaja

Unknown lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Adam and I worked on a case together. He proved to be very capable and knowledgeable regarding the law and the case itself. He was able to achieve a dismissal in defending the case. I fully endorse Adam."

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Michael Erlich

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Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2019

Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys

2019

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2018

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star 2015, Super Lawyers

2015

Client's Choice, Avvo

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, Adam D. Schmaelzle, Esq.

Associations

2015 - Present

Twenty-Third Masonic District, Level Lodge Freemasons

Member

2015 - Present

Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2015 - Present

CPCS Private Counsel Worcester County Bar Advocates

Bar Advocate

2014 - Present

Commonwealth of Massachusetts Board of Real Estate

Real Estate Broker

2014 - Present

Secretary of the State of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Notary Public

2013 - Present

Worcester Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Phi Delta Phi International Legal Honors Society

Member

2007 - Present

Worcester Rugby Football Club

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Rodriguez v. Walmart et al

Case Settled

Gauthier v. Gauthier

Case dismissed. Legal and physical custody returned to the father (my client)

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Education

2013

Suffolk University Law School

Juris Doctor

2010

Becker College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2016

Languages

English

Activity

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