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

Showing 11 - 15 of 30 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes

Posted by anonymous | December 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Class act very professional while being very knowledgeable

Mr schmaelze represented me in a motor vehicle case,he was very helpful and maintained great contact through out the whole prossess.he worked very efficiently and promptly on my case and was very knowledgeable about the current laws and citations.mr schmamaelzle settled the case fast and I was awarde...d proper judgement in my favor,he is very professional and answered every question that arose.i would defiantly hire Adam to represent me again if ever needed.thank you for the servises and the positive outcome that was becoming a bad situation

Posted by Mark | October 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Thorough helpful and effective

Adam was extremely helpful for me in addressing two separate legal cases I was facing. He was able to explain the best approach to take and was excellent in executing that approach in court. The results exceeded my expectations and I couldn't have been more pleased with the rasults.

Posted by Henrique | September 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Satisfied Client

I lost someone very important to me in December 2015. I didn't know what to do, I was heart broken and confused. I called Adam and reached out for help. September 2017, my case is closed and I couldn't be happier. He worked on my case for almost two years, and never made me feel like a nuisance o...r like I was wasting his time. Always with a positive attitude, respect and a willingness to accommodate. Going out of his way multiple times to give professional referrals, expedite documents and even meeting for coffee when I was having one of those "really" bad days. It has been a terrible legal experience with an excellent attorney. I went through the most difficult time of my life thus far. Words really cant do justice to the level of appreciation and respect he has earned with me. I give my highest recommendation to Adam D. Schmaelzle.

Posted by Dylan | August 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Simply incredible

Adam was amazing, took complete control of the situation and made me feel that everything was going to be okay and it was! He had my case worked out before we even entered the courtroom, I hope to never need lawyer again but if I do Adam is the only counsel I will seek.

Posted by Melanie | July 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney

The best choice for you

When I had lost all hope in my case and truly thought this wasn't worth a fight, Adam not only gave me the confidence, but the satisfaction that I was in good hands and would be OK! Adams knowledge and keen sense of your case and the law is amazing. He truly fights for you and that in its self is wha...t makes him such a great choice as a Lawyer. I would absolutely recommend Adam to anyone. You will not be disappointed.

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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

Criminal defense lawyer

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Stephanie Babin

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Daniel Deraney

Unknown lawyer

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Benjamin Urbelis

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Linch

Estate planning lawyer

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DUI and DWI lawyer

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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