Christopher R. Whittingham

Christopher R. Whittingham

5.0
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 44 years

Landlord or tenant Lawyer at New Bedford, MA
Practice Areas: Landlord & Tenant, Family, General Practice ... +2 more

15 Hamilton Street, New Bedford, MA

About Christopher

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Landlord or Tenant 30%

Evictions (landlord or tenant)

30%
Family 20%

Including divorce, custody, support, alimony, restraining orders, relocation, modification, guardianship.

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Rhode Island for 35 years

State: Rhode Island

Acquired: 1990

Inactive

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 37 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1989

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 41 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1984

Retired

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 44 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1981

Administratively Suspended - Non-Payment of Dues

No misconduct found

Location

Attorney at Law

15 Hamilton Street, New Bedford, MA, 02740

Christopher Whittingham, Attorney at Law

175 Ontario Street, Providence, RI, 02907

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Christopher R. Whittingham's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

5 star (2)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Bruce | June 23, 2015

A highly competent Attorney

I recently hired Attorney Whittingham to represent me in a case that was filed against me. Attorney Whittingham worked very long and tireless hours on my case. We had numerous meetings to discuss my case and to go over my case before the court proceedings started, which I was very grateful for. Att...orney Whittingham represented me in a very competent and professional manner. Although I didn't prevail in the case my initial monetary fine was drastically reduced to a minimum due to Attorney Whittingham's hard work and his professionalism in handling the case. I highly recommend Attorney Whittingham as a competent and highly professional Attorney.

Posted by anonymous | October 4, 2013

Expert Representation in Complex Litigation

Mr. Whittingham represented me in a very important trial. He listened to me. He kept me informed. He was totally prepared. He had great knowledge of the court procedures, and did very well in pre-trial motions and the discovery process, as well as providing me excellent representation at the four...-day trial. We won on all claims. In fact, the case presented by the opposing side was completely dismissed! I highly recommend him, without hesitation. In fact, since that trial, I have hired Attorney Whittingham in a subsequent litigation matter, because I am completely confident in his legal skills and ability to win my case.

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Christopher R. Whittingham's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brian Finnerty

Unknown lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Atty. Whittingham is highly regarded by his peers, works hard, and gets results for his clients."

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Christine Ferraris

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked for, and collaborated with Attorney Whittingham and found him to be a resourceful, well experienced, and respected attorney. Attorney Whittingham is knowledgeable in both housing and family law matters."

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Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Honors

2002

Attorney of the Year 2002, Southeastern Massachusetts Legal Assistance Corporation

1982

Reginald Heber Smith Fellowship, Howard University and the Legal Services Corp.

Work Experience

1986 - 2012

Managing Attorney, South Coastal Counties Legal Services

1981 - 1986

Attorney, Neighborhood Legal Services Program

Associations

Massachusetts Bar Association

Massachusetts Bar Association

Rhode Island Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

MacKenzie v. Flagstar Bank, 738 F.3d 486 (US Ct App. 1sr Cir. 2013)

No borrowers' right to enforce HAMP

Custody of Odette

Client retained custody

New Bedford Housing Authority v. Olan

Right to jury trial in nuisance evictions held by Supreme Judicial Court

Custody of Zia50 Mass.App.Ct. 237, 736 N.E.2d 449 (2000);

Jane Doe v. New Bedford Housing Authority

Upheld by the Supreme Judicial Court of MA

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Education

1981

American University, Washington College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1978

University of Pennsylvania

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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