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Biography
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:
- defended felony and misdemeanor criminal cases
- prosecuted and defended civil cases
- conducted trials in all types of other cases in courtrooms from the Berkshires to Cape Cod and The Islands
- defended my clients in hundreds of trials, both jury and jury-waived
I am a former prosecutor who has been defending people accused of every type of crime for more than 30 years. Do not talk to the police before you talk to me. Do not let a mistake ruin your future. Call 774-561-2689.
More than 30 years of defending hundreds of people against all crimes. Call for a free consultation today
When people get sued, I bring my trial experience to the table.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
75%
32 years
Litigation
25%
31 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2025 2024 2023
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Licenses
Licensed in Massachusetts for 32 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Thomas Kokonowski Esq
5 Strong Ave, Suite 206, Northampton, MA, 01060
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Posted by Richard | April 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Kokonowski Law is the choice
Mr. Kokonowski was very professional, proficient and prompt in representing me on a 21 year old warrant. He was thorough and got things handled at an affordable cost as well. If you're looking for good representation I highly recommend Tom Kokonowski. Richard Upton Jr
Posted by anonymous | July 03, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Highly recommend Thomas Kokonowski for your legal needs
Tom Kokonowski came highly recommended and did not disappoint. We hired him for representation in a minor alcohol related charge. He took the time to answer all of our questions and walk us through what to expect so that we were well prepared. He is very personable and easy to talk to. In the hearing...
Posted by anonymous | May 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Tom Kokonowski is simply the Best
Tom represented a family member for a criminal charge involving reckless operation of a motor vehicle and obtained the best possible result . He is caring, responsive , and very good at what he does ! I am an attorney myself and would recommend him to anyone who asks for a referral for criminal cas...
Posted by Hartz | January 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The Man. Awesome Attorney, great person.
We needed an attorney to help us with a magistrates hearing in Springfield. The evidence was stacked against us and we felt as though Tom’s experience and knowledge of the system and the players was well worth the investment. Tom was candid and explained the various outcomes- and was even willing to...
Posted by Jack | June 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Attorney Kokonowski
Attorney Kokonowski is a well-versed criminal defense lawyer with extraordinary character. He made it extremely easy for me to focus on schoolwork and applying for jobs while he handled the casework, yet he made sure it was abundantly clear to me where the case was headed and the options I had to ch...
Thomas A. Kokonowski's Lawyer Endorsements
"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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Experience
Honors
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
Work Experience
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
Associations
1993 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2015
Hampshire County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Commonwealth v. J.S.
Not Guilty
Commonwealth vs. K.P.
Not Guilty of all charges
Commonwealth vs. M.M
Not Guilty of all counts
USA V. S.D.
probation
Commonwealth v. M.G,
Mistrial-Dismissed
Commonwealth v. P.C.
Not Guilty of all charges
Commonwealth v. J.P.
Not Guilty of all charges
Education
1993
Western New England University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
Trinity College-Hartford
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
PBS public Forum
Prohibition
2010
WWLP Live News
Connecticut Death Penalty Case
2010
WWLP Live Interview
Drunk Driving
2010
WWLP In Focus Live Broadcast
Criminal Bullying
2010
Live CBS Broadcast
Criminal Bullying/Victim
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What happens if I use drugs while on probation? Being drug free is not part of the terms
16 Mar 2017
Q&A
Disposition shows Guilty but the final disposition is dismissed by recommendation of probation dept. Do I have a guilty charge?
27 Nov 2015
Q&A
Can I be extradited from mass by Florida for a probation violation
23 Nov 2015