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I graduated from Westfield High School and then attended the Williston Northampton School in Easthampton, MA as a post-graduate. I continued on to Trinity College in Hartford, CT where I received a bachelor’s degree in Political Science.
Following in the footsteps of two of my older brothers, I attended the Western New England University School of Law in Springfield, MA. I graduated from law school in 1993.
During my last year of law school I was asked by the Hampden County District Attorney to become a “3:03” prosecutor, which allowed me to actually prosecute criminal trials even before graduating from law school. I conducted approximately 30 criminal trials before graduating from law school.
After graduating and passing the bar exam (yes, I passed it on the first attempt), I became a full-time prosecutor in the Hampden County District Attorney’s office, in order to get as much jury trial experience as I could before going into private practice.
I engaged in approximately 100 trials and other criminal litigation hearings as a prosecutor, mostly in the Holyoke District Court.
In 1994, I went into private practice with a small firm in Springfield, MA.
Along with a large criminal defense practice, I began my civil litigation career, handling everything from car accident personal injury cases to contract disputes.
In 2000, The Law Offices of Thomas Kokonowski, Esq. was founded. From my offices in Northampton and Springfield Massachusetts, I have:
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5 Strong Ave, Suite 206, Northampton, MA, 01060
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Posted by anonymous | September 5, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Tom Kokonowski went above and beyond to help me during a difficult time. He is very thorough and knowledgeable in his practice. I would recommend his services to anyone without a doubt! He is also very personable and patient with his clients, which was greatly appreciated.
Posted by M.S | July 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Truly Exceptional ! I truly can’t thank Thomas Kokonowski enough for the incredible support and expertise he provided during one of the most trying and difficult times in our life. From the very first meeting, he was professional, honest, thorough and completely dedicated to understanding every de...
Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This was my first experience going through a quite traumatizing and serious offense. Tom answered my call on a weekend morning and immediately instilled trust. He was available at all hours and took the extra time to walk me through each step, sympathize, and keep track of the moving pieces. He got m...
Posted by Adrian | July 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney
He's an excellent attorney. Had the unfortunate experience of working with a good amount of attorneys throughout my life. Some of them over promise, but then under deliver. Not the case with Tom. He said exactly what he could do, and without making any promises on the outcome, still gave me solid ...
Posted by Loren | June 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Tom delivered beyond expectations during a nerve wracking situation. I got the best outcome that I could have possibly hoped for, and I would be the first to recommend him as an attorney. He works his magic and is clearly a highly professional and experienced attorney. Thanks Tom!
"I endorse this lawyer. Tom Kokonowski is one of the most skilled trial attorneys in Western Massachusetts. He is well known for his ability to fight for the just outcome of each case. Any person charged with a crime will get the highest quality criminal defense attorney in Tom Kokonowski."
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2025
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Client's Choice, Avvo
2019
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Client's Choice, Avvo
2018
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2022 - Present
Owner, Thomas Kokonowski, Esq.
2017 - 2022
Partner, Adams & Kokonowski, LLC
1994 - 2000
Associate Attorney, Antonucci and Associates
1992 - 1994
Prosecuting Attorney, Hampden County District Attorney's Office
1989 - 1991
Victim/Witness Advocate, Hampden County District Attorney's Office
1993 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2015
Hampshire County Bar AssociationMember
Not Guilty
Not Guilty of all charges
Not Guilty of all counts
probation
Mistrial-Dismissed
Not Guilty of all charges
Not Guilty of all charges
1993
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2011
Prohibition
2010
Connecticut Death Penalty Case
2010
Drunk Driving
2010
Criminal Bullying
2010
Criminal Bullying/Victim
English
Legal Answers
What happens if I use drugs while on probation? Being drug free is not part of the terms
16 Mar 2017
Disposition shows Guilty but the final disposition is dismissed by recommendation of probation dept. Do I have a guilty charge?
27 Nov 2015
Can I be extradited from mass by Florida for a probation violation
23 Nov 2015