Thomas A. Kokonowski

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Thomas A. Kokonowski

also known as Kokonowski Criminal Defense

4.9
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 32 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Orleans, MA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation

57 Route 6A, Unit 6, Orleans, MA

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About Thomas

Biography

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%

I defend people against any and all criminal accusations, from drunk driving to murder. I represent people accused of crimes in the Massachusetts Superior and District Courts as well as Federal Court.

32 years

75%
Litigation 25%

I defend people and entities who are being sued by other people or entities in civil and administrative actions.

31 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2024 2023
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+ 2
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 32 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Thomas Kokonowski, Esq.

57 Route 6A, Unit 6, Orleans, MA, 02653

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Thomas Kokonowski Esq

5 Strong Ave, Suite 206, Northampton, MA, 01060

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Thomas A. Kokonowski's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

48 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Jaclyn | February 24, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Communication is KEY

I highly recommend Thomas Kokonowski for representation. Right from the start he was there to listen and understand my entire situation. Not once did he make me feel like im just another person needing legal help. He was incredibly responsive and returned every phone call and text message promptly. H...e helped me through one of the hardest times of my life and i will be forever thankfull for him and would absolutely have him represent me again if i ever were to need it! FIVE STARS ALL THE WAY

Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2025 | Criminal Defense

Sympathetic and Experienced Expert

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...e the best possible outcome and I sincerely appreciate it. I’d recommend him in a heartbeat. Thank you.

Posted by Geoffrey | November 07, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

He was exactly what I needed.

Tom is a straight to the point, no BS lawyer at a reasonable cost. After I got out on bail, I was scrambling to find an attorney for my arraignment just 36 hours away. I called or emailed every lawyer on the first two pages of google, and only three picked up the phone. One was already scheduled for ...that day and couldn't take my case. One wanted 10k and made a bunch of lofty promises about how I'm "definitely going to beat this thing" before I had even told him the details of my case, the guy sounded like a used car salesman. When Tom picked up, I told him the details of my case, he agreed to take my case, and didn't make any promises he couldn't keep. He answered my emails quickly, usually within a few hours, and would always get back to me quickly if I left him a message. He kept me calm and we walked through the steps of defending my case, and in the end, the charge was dropped. I hope I never have to hire a criminal defense attorney again, but I know who I'll call if I do. Thank you Tom :)

Posted by anonymous | October 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Anonymous

Tom is simply the best. We are from NY and was visiting Springfield, MA and had a situation at an establishment over labor day weekend 2023. Called him on Monday of labor day and he called right back. Tom was very understanding and sympathetic as we explained what happened. He was always available an...d kept us in the loop of every step. The day before our hearing he was very specific with the procedure and guided us on questions and the best way to answer. During all phone conversations, we were in a state of panic and he was brutally honest and told us like it is. Did not sugar coat anything. He was able to calm us down and always answered our questions even if we repeated them. Thanks to him we had a great outcome. We highly recommend him.

Posted by Diane | November 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Holiday Weekend help!!

We called Atty. Kokonowski on late on Friday of a holiday weekend. He met with us on Monday! My husband’s case was complicated with a CDL license involved. Tom expertly and successfully helped him through the court process and gave us excellent advice on how to proceed. My husband received the minim...um penalty, we believe, due to Tom’s advice and counseling, and the respect that he has earned in the court system. We would recommend him unconditionally. Excellent choice!!

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Jesse Adams

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 25

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"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

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

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 Association

Member

2011 - 2015

Hampshire County Bar Association

Member

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

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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

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