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Michael Matthew Harrington
About Michael
Biography
Michael Harrington received his J.D. from Villanova University School of Law and a B.A. in psychology and a B.A. in philosophy from Boston College. Michael has been practicing elder law and estate planning since 2005 when he started his own law practice in Boston, Massachusetts. In 2008, he opened an office in Nashua, New Hampshire. Michael enjoys working with elders and their families. He is an ombudsman for Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley. As an ombudsman, Michael checks in on residents of a nursing home to make sure that they are being cared for in a compassionate and ethical manner.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Elder Law
25%
22 years
Estate Planning
25%
22 years
Medicaid and Medicare
25%
22 years
Trusts
25%
22 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in New Hampshire for 17 years
State: New Hampshire
Acquired: 2008
Licensed in Massachusetts for 21 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2004
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2022
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 21 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2004
Location
Law Offices of Michael M. Harrington
Ten Post Office Square, 8th Floor South, Boston, MA, 02109
Law Offices of Michael Matthew Harrington
20 Trafalgar Square, Nashua, NH, 03063
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Michael Matthew Harrington's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 8 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Hanna | February 3, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent trusts attorney
I was recommended to attorney Harrington by a friend. I hired him to create an estate plan for my husband and I. He did an excellent job and answered every question we had about how trusts work and funding the trust so that we could avoid probate.
Posted by Marlon Ramírez | August 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great lawyer
Michael M Harrington, was a beacon of hope to my family at a time when our option appear limited and resolution seemed nigh on impossible. not only was he able to defend us , but was the only one willing to take our case in a short time notices. Mr Harrington is a great immigration lawyer with a lot ...
Posted by Mohamed Eddib | July 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great immigration Lawyer
Mr Harrington helped me in the darkest time of my life. If you want your case to be handled the right way hire Mr Harrington.
Posted by anonymous | September 26, 2014
Micheal Harrington 5 star service at an affordable price.
Hi, I came to the US on a student visa but because of some personal issues I was having wasn't able to go to school so I guess that messed up my Student visa status. Long story short I met a lovely lady and we got married and lived together. We decided to file for adjustment of status basing on that ...
Posted by regina | April 4, 2014
Review for attorney Michael Harrington who represented me in the insurance settlement for an auto accident.
I hired Michael to represent me in an auto accident insurance settlement for an accident that happened in 2010. He was extremely punctual and patient as he negotiated the settlement with the insurance company while always keeping me aware of the developments. I was impressed with his straight forward...
Michael Matthew Harrington's Lawyer Endorsements
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington
Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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"I highly endorse Mr. Harrington. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who produces great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help."
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"10 years of practicing law and a clerkship for judge Brinkley is very experienced. His knowledge of both the law and procedure is excellent and evident in his pro bono contributions. Client reviews are stellar. READ THEM! Do yourself a favor if you are in or near Boston and schedule a consultation with him first."
"Michael is a well known immigration attorney who works diligently and vigorously on each one of his case. He is honest, smart, hardworking. I strongly recommend him."
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"I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly. Michael is an excellent attorney who is highly respected in the legal community. He has the extensive knowledge and experience required to successfully pursue any immigration case."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Harrington has perfectly blended his criminal and immigration practice, assisting a burgeoning population in both the Commonwealth and the neighboring states. He has the skill and experience to properly defend some of the most difficult and perplexing cases that involve that volatile mix of circumstances that often result in revocations and removals of foreign nationals and resident aliens. His contributions and experience make him a valued contributor on AVVO and more importantly in his clients' lives."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2022.
Public Reprimand issued in MA, 2022
updated on 01/06/2023Public reprimand means that an attorney did something wrong, but may still practice law. The attorney was given a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.
Honors
2014
Top Contributor Crimnal Defense, AVVO
2005
District Court Certification, Massachusetts Committee for Public Counsel Services
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of Michael M. Harrington
2003 - 2004
Clerk to the Honorable Genece Brinkley, Court Of Common Pleas, Philadelphia County
2002 - 2002
Judicial Clerk, Court Of Common Pleas Of Philadelphia County
2002 - 2004
Associate, Law Office of Peter Levin
Associations
2012 - Present
New Hampshire Bar AssociationPro Bono Program
2008 - Present
New Hampshire Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2005 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
Sample of Legal Cases
Commonwealth v. B.S.
Not Guilty
In re: G.F.
Dismissed
Commonwealth v. Reid
Conviction vacated
Commonwealth v. N.C.
Not guilty
Commonwealth v. D.R.
Not guilty
Commonwealth v. D.W.
Not Guilty
Education
2004
Villanova University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Boston College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Deposition Skills
Deposition Skills
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can my elderly father's new wife take money that I am supposed to inherit?
25 May 2020
Q&A
What will happen?
18 May 2020
Q&A
Is an adult offspring responsible for medical debt of a recently deceased parent? State is Texas.
14 May 2020