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Philip L. Arnel
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Well, there's really not much else to say that my website doesn't already speak of in volumes, so I'm not going to toot my own horn any more than need be or my big head might explode. Please visit and at least be certain to go to the TESTIMONIALS page (where only testimonials from folks willing to publicly display their first and last names are used) to see what real people are saying. Now I'm gonna put the shut to the up before I get myself into trouble. Enough said. Lol
RELENTLESS PERSEVERANCE
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
20%
34 years
Car Accident
15%
34 years
DUI and DWI
15%
34 years
Domestic Violence
15%
34 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
Awards
2021 2020 2019
Licenses
Licensed in Massachusetts for 31 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Philip L. Arnel
(781) 493-6998
Fax
355 Providence Hwy Ste 100, Westwood, MA, 02090-1909
arnellaw.com/Gallery
Online Presence
Other places you can find Philip online.
Philip L. Arnel's Reviews
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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Car Accidents
Posted by Fred | June 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Highly Recommend
Phillip L. Arnel is the best!! Settled my case with in a year. After being in my first auto accident and unsure of what to do, I was referred to Phillip Arnel by a good friend that knew how well he represented his clients. From the initial meeting and throughout the whole process I was able to focu...
Posted by Christiane | May 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
HIRE PHILIP L. ARNEL NOWWWWWWWW!!!
I had a very traumatic car accident last year. I contacted a close friend who referred me to Philip L. Arnel and I am so grateful she did that. It was the best decision I’ve made hiring Mr. Arnel as my lawyer! He responds so quickly, very knowledgeable, trust worthy, easy to talk to, and thorough. He...
Posted by Michael | May 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
PHIL ARNEL
Working with Phil has been a great experience. He has handled two auto accidents for me over the past few years and, right from the very moment I contacted him until we settled the cases, he was on everything; from the towing of the car, hospital, X-Rays, MRIs, CT Scans, physical therapy, etc. He e...
Posted by anonymous | November 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
car Accident
I was involved in a car accident and was referred to Phil L Arnel by a friend. I wasn’t sure what to expect I never had to meet with a lawyer for any reason. First day meeting with Phil felt like I knew him for years, very professional, very thorough. He give you answer straight up which I greatly a...
Philip L. Arnel's Lawyer Endorsements
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
"I wholeheartedly endorse Attorney Phil Arnel. Phil goes above and beyond for each of clients and gets great results. He is respected in every courtroom in Massachusetts."
"Simply said, Philip is an outstanding domestic violence attorney. Highly recommended!"
"I recently worked with Phil handling a Restraining Order and divorce while he handled connected potential criminal issues. He is highly informative, incredibly experienced, and excellent to work with. He also provided an excellent overview of expungement proceedings. I would highly recommend Phil for work in either area."
"I have known Phil to be a strong advocate and effective attorney for many years. I would strongly recommend Phil to individuals seeking representation in personal civil or criminal matters."
"Highly professional. Excellent attorney that achieves great results."
"I have worked with Attorney Arnel on numerous legal matters. He is passionate about his practice and zealously advocates for his clients. He is very experienced and has great knowledge in many areas of law."
"I have known Attorney Arnel for many years now and have always known him to be unfailingly honest, doggedly diligent and determined, and exceedingly competent in the representation of his clients. I highly endorse Attorney Arnel in the areas of criminal defense, personal injury, sealing and expunging records, and restraining order related litigation and proceedings."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Philip is a seasoned attorney whose judgment I trust. I have consulted with him on various cases and his perspective and practical court experience is very helpful. I have referred clients to him and they have been very satisfied with his keen insight and professionalism."
"I endorse this lawyer. Phil is diligent and has high success rates. He is always prepared and learned and is dogged and persistent in presenting and arguing his cases."
"I have worked with Philip on several matters over the years and he is the consummate professional with unmatched zeal and class. His skill and acumen before the judiciary is proof of his expertise, ability to advocate and his knowledge of the law."
"I have known Phil for over 20 years and endorse him."
"Phil is an excellent Attorney who has been recognized for legal expertise in the area of sealing criminal records Phil can get your case settled for the most money possible."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1991
New England Scholar Award, New England School of Law
Work Experience
1994 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Philip L. Arnel
Associations
2004 - Present
Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2004 - Present
Bar Association of Norfolk CountyMember
1996 - Present
Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, Inc.Sponsor Member
1994 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
2002 - 2011
Massachusetts Academy of Trial AttorneysMember
Sample of Legal Cases
EXPUNGING THE PERMANENT RECORD OF A RESTRAINING ORDER
Won
Education
1994
New England School of Law
JD
1983
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English