Theodore John Koban

Theodore John Koban

also known as Ted Koban

4.8
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 47 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Westwood, MA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

P.O. Box 355, Westwood, MA

About Theodore

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

Practice currently limited to criminal appeals.

45 years | 2,000 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 47 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1978

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Theodore J. Koban

P.O. Box 355, Westwood, MA, 02090

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Theodore John Koban's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Don | October 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Excellent

Bankruptcy is a difficult time. Ted Koban will treat you with respect and understanding. He explains every step of the process and you will feel in control with his expert guidance. Phone calls and emails were always promptly returned, the paperwork was perfect. The fees are reasonable with no surpri...ses. He knows your case and is genuinely concerned with getting the best results. Nothing but top ratings for Attorney Koban.

Posted by TK | June 06, 2013 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Amazingly smooth process!!!

Given the delicate nature of filing bankruptcy, I wanted someone that I could help me through this very scarey process. I was given a referal from a trusted friend for Mr Koban. Upon our first meeting, I was made to feel comfortable, was completely informed, and felt good about my decision. He wal...ked me through the process step by step and even though we hit some bumps in the road, he always had comforting words to ease my anxiety. I couldn't be more pleased and will use him in the future and highly recommend him to others!

Posted by anonymous | May 02, 2011 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Banruptcy Case

Attorney Koban handled our bankruptcy case in a very professional and competent manner. Ours was particularly difficult in that I was living and working overseas. This made communications and scheduling difficult. In addition, my income level changed several times due to the nature of my work assi...gnments. Attorney Koban handled all of this in stride, with patience, understanding, and helpfulness. He explained the impact of each change and refiled our case several times to meet our changing situation. He was ultimately able to get a Chapter 7 judgment for us which has allowed us to restart our financial lives. I would strongly recommend Attorney Koban to anyone looking for caring and competent help with a bankruptcy situation.

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Theodore John Koban's Lawyer Endorsements

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Richard Blumenthal

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ted brings his expertise in litigation and criminal law tohis bankruptcy practice. He is not a pencil pusher who is only filling in forms. He cares about his clients and always seeks the resolution which will benefit hos client the most."

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Robert Kovacs

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Koban is a regular contributor to the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Lawyers Massachusetts List Serve. Many lawyers there turn to Attorney Koban for his expert opinion on bankruptcy matters."

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Nicolas Gordon

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Walter Oney

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ted is one of the elder statesmen of the Massachusetts bankruptcy bar. His diverse experience allows him to bring broad expertise to bear on the problems facing bankruptcy clients. I'm especially impressed with the job he did on the Delbonis appeal -- Ted was faced with a Circuit Court panel whose bizarre interpretation of the Bankruptcy Code (that a credit union is a "governmental unit") could not have been predicted. Soldiering on in the face of appellate courts that are bound and determined to rule against you is a mark of a highly professional lawyer."

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L Berliner

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ted Koban has impressed me with his diligence, thoroughness, and care for his clients. He brings common sense to every situation, something that not all attorneys have. He's a practical fighter: He will not give in on the important issues, but he will recommend which issues deserve the fight and which issues are better served by cooperation. I endorse him."

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Daniel Blake

Litigation lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have had the opportunity to observe Ted's work in many cases over a couple of decades. I have also recommended his services to my clients on a several dozen occasions when they were in need of a trial attorney, bankruptcy counsel or other legal services within his practice areas. Without exception my clients would later thank me for the referral. He is a superb attorney."

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Richard Blumenthal

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Walter Oney

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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L Berliner

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Daniel Blake

Estate planning lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Listing in Distinguished Lawyer Guide, Martindale-Hubbell

1993

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1983 - 1989

Attorney, Koban and Cerrone

1980 - 1983

Staff attorney, Southeastern Mass. Legal Services

1979 - 1980

Staff attorney, Central Mass. Legal Services

Associations

1983 - Present

Bristol County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

TI Fed. Credit Union v DelBonis, 72 F 3rd 921 (1st Cir., Mass, 1995)

Unfavorable

Rivard v Director, Div. of Employment Security, 387 Mass. 528 (1982)

Favorable decision for client (appellant)

Augustine v. Director, Division of Employment Security, 392 Mass. 1007 (1984)

Favorable to client (appellant)

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Education

1979

Boston University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1978

Long Island University, C.W. Post Campus

BA Magna Cum Laude

Speaking Engagements

2009

West Suburban Lawyers Meeting

Counseling Debtors Facing Foreclosure

2008

Attleboro District Court Bar Association meeting

Saving the Family Home in Bankrutpcy

Languages

English

Activity

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