Michael Chinman

Michael Chinman

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 37 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Dedham, MA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Appeals, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

30 Eastbrook Road, Suite 302D, Dedham, MA

About Michael

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 37 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1988

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Location

Chinman Law

30 Eastbrook Road, Suite 302D, Dedham, MA, 02026

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Michael Chinman's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by Angela | February 03, 2021 | Criminal Defense

Honest, upfront and knowledgeable....

After an incident I began a search to find an attorney for my brother. After speaking with many attorneys I was totally disgusted and felt that I was being taken advantage of due to the charges. It seemed every attorney I spoke with dramatized and tried to put the fear of God in my brother with out e...ven hearing the actual facts.... Then on Sunday afternoon I decided to start my search again and on the second ring Attorney Michael Chinman picked up, I briefly described the situation and he asked me a few questions and set up a consultation for the next day, not to mention he drove 45 minutes to meet with us. He was calm, upfront, brutally honest and very experienced . My brother felt so comfortable within the first 10 minutes and wanted to hire him on the spot . I have never met an attorney so genuine and one that cares more about his reputation and clients than he does the mighty dollar and it shows. A good reputation and happy satisfied clients will only bring more clients. Unfortunate reviews along with trying to scare and manipulate clients into hiring you will only scare future clients away, just like the other four attorneys that loss a potential client. . I highly recommend this attorney!!

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Michael Chinman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 07

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."

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Joseph Simons

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"A year ago, Attorney Michael Chinman and I co-counseled a case in Superior Court where our client faced a massive potential prison sentence. Attorney Chinman's wealth of expertise was apparent as we strategized and prepared for trial, which ended in acquittal. Attorney Chinman is highly regarded in Boston as a top level criminal defense and appellate attorney. Anyone facing the criminal justice system would be fortunate to have him on their side."

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Greg Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Chinman is a top notch criminal defense practitioner with extensive experience in all Massachusetts courts. He is aggressive and is not afraid to challenge any and every aspect of the government's case. In addition to impressive trial work, Attorney Chinman is an excellent writer with years of experience evaluating cases for appeal and drafting appellate briefs. Whether you are looking for an attorney for a pending criminal case or for an appeal, I would highly recommend Michael Chinman."

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Joseph Simons

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Greg Johnson

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2010

Spirit of Compassion Award, for dedication to children's safety, Community VOICES

2010

Recognition, for remarkable efforts on behalf of victims, Middlesex District Attorney Gerard T. Leone, Jr.

2009

Official Citation in recognition of work protecting children, Massachusetts State Senate

2001

Recognition, for years of service and pursuit of justice, Middlesex District Attorney Martha Coakley

1998

District Attorney Scott Harshbarger Award, Middlesex District Attorney's Office

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Principal, ChinmanLaw

1992 - 2010

Assistant District Attorney, Middlesex District Attorney's Office

1989 - 1989

Law Clerk to Hon. Bruce Selya, United States Court of Appeals, First Circuit

1989 - 1992

Associate, Goodwin Procter & Hoar

1988 - 1989

Law Clerk to Hon. Bailey Aldrich, United States Court of Appeals, First Circuit

Associations

2014 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association

Member

2015 - 2016

National Appellate Advocacy Competition

Competition Judge

2012 - 2013

National Appellate Advocacy Competition

Competition Judge

1986 - 1988

Boston University Law Review

Editor-in-Chief

Education

1988

Boston University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Activity

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