Peter Andrew Hahn

Peter Andrew Hahn

5.0
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 20 years

Education Lawyer at Newton, MA
Practice Areas: Education, Juvenile, Civil Rights ... +2 more

55 Chapel Street, Suite 301, Newton, MA

About Peter

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Education 70%

20 years

70%
Juvenile Law 10%

20 years

10%
Child Abuse 5%

20 years

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 20 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2005

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Location

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55 Chapel Street, Suite 301, Newton, MA, 02458

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Peter Andrew Hahn's Reviews

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20 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

So happy we worked with Peter!

We had a situation develop with DCF for our son. We searched for lawyers based on both personal referrals as well as the internet. After meeting with Peter and a few other lawyers, we decided to work with Peter. Peter was honest, thoughtful, and methodical in his approach. He prepared the briefing, a...nd coached us and our son, and we ultimately met with the DCF hearing officer. The hearing officer over-turned the earlier adverse ruling, and we were delighted at the successful outcome. Peter was terrific to work with and my wife, son, and I would all unhesitatingly recommend him.

Posted by anonymous | July 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Education

Wholeheartedly recommend!

Peter Hahn came highly recommended to us from two different friends. Peter had won what they were seeking for their children from their schools. I immediately contacted Peter for a consultation. He answered all my questions, and I felt very comfortable with him and confident of his expertise and expe...rience. Peter was wonderful to work with. He was knowledgeable and knew exactly how to proceed. He worked hard and was invaluable at school meetings. He won what we needed for our teenager quickly, and we are forever grateful.

Posted by anonymous | April 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

grateful parents

We were referred to Mr. Hahn when our son was facing criminal juvenile charges. Our son was in much distress at that point and needless to say, we were as well. Mr. Hahn was very available, answered all of our questions clearly, developed a trusted relationship with our son, while still keeping us ...actively in the loop. We were most impressed by what we observed in the courtroom, as it was clear that the judge and other relevant parties knew him well, deeply respected his work, and communicated to us that they believed he always conducted himself with the utmost integrity. A time in our lives we would not wish on anyone, but Mr. Hahn is who we would recommend you and your child have in your corner if such a need arises.

Posted by anonymous | March 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Education

Excellent Attorney

Mr. Hahn was extremely helpful to our family in dealing with a special education issue. Mr. Hahn attended our daughter's IEP meeting with us and helped us get the services needed. He is very knowledgeable and very thorough. Highly Recommended!

Posted by Bill | March 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Education

Highly effective representation - would definitely hire again

We hired Mr. Hahn to help us obtain legally mandated services and support for our special-needs son from a reluctant and evasive school district. Mr. Hahn's thorough understanding of our case and deep knowledge of special-education law enabled him to represent our rights and underscore the district'...s obligations in a way that was non-provocative but highly effective. He got us what we needed without costly mediation or court action. We'd definitely hire Peter again.

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Peter Andrew Hahn's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Espinosa

Unknown lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kevin Seaver

Family lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Hahn is an outstanding advocate for his clients."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Peter. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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James Cormier

Juvenile law lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Peter is a thoughtful, zealous, and experienced advocate with a great deal of specialized knowledge in dealing with sensitive juvenile matters who is always reasonable to work with. Peter is consistently straightforward, honest, and earnest about his goals for each case. I dealt with him frequently as a juvenile prosecutor in Waltham Juvenile Court and maintain the highest respect for his abilities."

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Work Experience

2007 - 2010

Owner & Attorney, Hilton, Sindelar, Hahn & Mollow

2006 - 2007

Attorney, Law Office of Peter A. Hahn

Associations

2006 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association

Member

2009 - 2017

MBA Juvenile and Child Welfare Section Council

2005 - 2019

Massachusetts LGBTQ Bar Association

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In Re: Student v. Weston Public Schools (BSEA# 22-02541)

Wallace W. v. Commonwealth, 482 Mass. 789 (2019)

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Education

2005

Boston University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

Harvard College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Webinar

Strategies and Considerations for Representing Juveniles in Court

2017

Special Education Conference

The Complex World of Student Discipline: School Exclusion, Special Education & Juvenile Court

2013

Parent support group

Child Requiring Assistance law

2013

Conference

School Discipline Protections for Students with Mental Health Needs

2010

MBA CLE

Juvenile Law

2010

Aspergers Association of New England Annual Conference

AS and Juvenile Law, Education Law, Criminal Law

2007

Federation of Children with Special Needs Annual Conference

Juvenile Court and Children with Special Needs

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