Donald L. Blaszka Jr.

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Donald L. Blaszka Jr.

4.9
26 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 26 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Derry, NH
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

23 Birch Street, Derry, NH

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About Donald

Biography

Understanding our clients’ needs & making every effort to surpass their expectations. 855-524-0613!

Understanding our clients’ needs & making every effort to surpass their expectations. 855-524-0613!

Understanding our clients’ needs & making every effort to surpass their expectations. 855-524-0613!

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

27 years

50%
DUI and DWI 50%

27 years

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in New Hampshire for 25 years

State: New Hampshire

Acquired: 2000

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 26 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1999

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Germaine & Blaszka, P.A.

23 Birch Street, Derry, NH, 03038-2119

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Law Offices of Donald L. Blaszka Jr.

Village Square 472 Route 111, Hampstead, NH, 03841

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Donald L. Blaszka Jr.'s Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | May 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

If you want the best, hire the best.

Don was referred to me by a mutual friend and I couldn't be more grateful for her. From my first meeting to the very end, Don made me feel safe and taken care of. There is often a lot of anxiety when you are dealing with such experiences as a DUI, and I couldn't have asked for a better attorney by m...y side. What I especially appreciated was his prompt and professional responses but also his empathy. He cares for clients and it shows. It isn't just business to him. Most importantly, Don is very skilled in what he does. It is apparent. He will take care of the issue and do his best to get the very best outcome possible. And, he did for me and on MORE than one occasion. I couldn't be more grateful for him. He made a really scary experience that much easier to handle. HIGHLY recommend to anyone in MA or NH without hesitation. Thank you again Don.

Posted by David | April 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

DUI

We would highly recommend Attorney Blaszka for legal representation. He was sincere and to the point. He carry's a lot of knowledge of the law and defended our case favorably with determination.

Posted by Kyle | April 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence Representation

I hired Don to represent me in relation to a domestic violence incident-this incident also violated my probation for a prior unrelated offense. Don's skillful representation resulted in the most favorable outcome I could have hoped for. Don's communication-in person and by email-was easily unde...rstood and timely. His extensive experience and relationships in multiple courts expedited my favorable outcome.

Posted by Mark | August 31, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

An attorney well worth the investment!

I retained Attorney Blaszka to represent me on an OUI in MA which could have gone quite badly for me. Considering I'm not a MA licensed operator, and having refused a chemical test, the case got complicated quickly. He represented me on a NH DUI several years ago, so when this came up I didn't hesit...ate to call on him again. This is a lawyer who has amazing situational awareness and an ability to carefully manage highly stressful and delicate legal issues with his clients. His multifaceted background and vast amount of colleagues on both the defense and prosecution sides of the fence make him highly adept at navigating the nuances of the Court systems in NH and MA, which I know first hand. His confidence has always been consistently reassuring, and he will "tell-it-like-it-is", which may not always be what one wants to hear, but given that, he will do everything he can to exact the best possible outcome for his clients. If he can't address something specifically, he will find someone who can, as he did for me. The times I've retained him presented dynamic situations that required very quick thinking and decisions made on the fly and I learned to trust his intuitions, so when ultimately I needed to make choices of how to proceed, I did so with that extra bit of feeling like he's thought it out thoroughly enough to stand behind his opinions based on his gut and his very unique skillset and background. The times I did make such decisions with his guidance did actually work out better for me as a result. I feel I've been given a second chance to do right for myself by not getting into predicaments that require legal representation like this anymore, and I owe that to Attorney Blaszka.

Posted by Zachary | July 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Fantastic Lawyer, Highly Recommend.

Mr. Blaszka assisted me with a case which involved false accusations against myself. Don did a beyond stellar job, super organized and on point, very professional and personable, definitely one of the best lawyers in this area if not the best.

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Donald L. Blaszka Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Shane Goudas

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Blaszka is a well-respected, experienced, and skilled lawyer within the legal community. I reguarly see him advocating on behalf of clients in the courtroom, utilizing his thorough knowledge of criminal law to protect the interests and rights of his clients."

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Kevin O'Keefe

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Blaszka because he is intelligent, approachable, and an experienced attorney. He also cares a great deal about his community and is an active participant dedicated to change for the better. Don is also extremely gracious with his time with fellow attorneys no matter the topic or duration of the resulting conversation."

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Katharine Phinney

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Blaszka is a fantastic attorney who I would recommend to anyone looking for a solid and experienced attorney. I have known Don for years - working as opposing counsel in cases, as well as in the legal community - and can say without a doubt he will do a great job in your case."

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John Sherman

Unknown lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Blaszka provides excellent counseling and recommendations. He is highly skilled and well respected in the legal community."

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Shawn Sweeney

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Blaszka is an excellent lawyer and knows criminal law like very few others."

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Robin Melone

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Don is the epitome of the gentleman lawyer. He has earned the respect of the bar and the bench and treats his clients with the utmost respect. His experience as as prosecutor and defense attorney help him achieve awesome results for his clients. I would without hesitation recommend him to anyone in New Hampshire or Massachusetts, knowing the client would both be treated well and well-represented."

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Jerome Blanchard

Unknown lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Don is a talented, hard working, and effective attorney. I worked with Don for several years, and know that he is well respected by law enforcement and the judiciary. Don has the talent, personality and contacts to resolve your case with the most favorable outcome. I endorse Don without reservation."

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Socrates de La Cruz

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. he is well respected by all of his peers and Judges. he is a great Attorney and I endorse him!"

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William Housley

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tough, talented and thorough litigators."

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Timothy Connors

Unknown lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicholas Howie

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Attorney Blaszka, as a new attorney I reached out to Don for his advice and he was always happy to give it. I have nothing but respect for Don and he always gives 100% both in and out of the courtroom."

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Theodore Lothstein

Criminal defense lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Don Blaszka is a skilled, experienced and dedicated professional. I first met him when I was a defense lawyer in southern New Hampshire, he was a prosecuting attorney, and we tried cases against each other. I was impressed by his trial skills, poise and professionalism. Today, he continues to uphold those standards as a criminal defense lawyer, earning my enthusiastic endorsement."

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Amy Connolly

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I am pleased to endorse Don Blaska. I have had several cases against Don. He is always professsional, prepared and is fearless in a courtroom. He is a respected member in the legal community and works very hard for his clients."

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Michael Anzalone

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent criminal defense lawyer. Don has my full endorsement."

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Albert Hansen

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Philip Kalil

Unknown lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Myers

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Donald Blaszka fully and without hesitation. I've known Don since his days as a prosecutor. Now that he is providing DWI defense and criminal defense he is a formidable and thorough attorney who has a mastry of the details of the applicable law. We both practice in the same geographic area and Don is well respected by the courts, the attorneys and generally in the community. If you are facing any type of criminal charges, without hesitation I can say this is the go-to guy."

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Michael Bowser

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Don Blaszka as a lawyer familar with his abilities in the Courtroom. Don was an excellent prosecutor and I tried many cases against him. He brings his years of experience to the table as a criminal defense lawyer. Don is a smart, highly skilled trial lawyer. He is well respected for his knowledge of the law and his ability to protect the interests of his clients in Court."

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Charles Keefe

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"It is with great pleasure that endorse my colleague, Don Blaszka. I have known and worked with Don for many years. Our first case together involved Don defending someone in one of the largest and most complex criminal cases in New Hampshire history. Don's advocacy legal skills were apparent from the start, and he demonstrated himself as one of the premier criminal defense attorneys in New Hampshire. Since that time Don and I have handled several cases together, and those experiences have only reinforced my belief that Don is an experienced, skilled, and passionate advocate for his clients. Don's personal skills with police, prosecutors, and judges allow him the ability to achieve favorable results for his clients in even the most dire situations. Every client is his most important client, and he demonstrates this in every facet of his representation. It is without hesitation that I endorse Don Blaszka as a criminal defens attorney."

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Richard Clark

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Don's smile says it all. A friendly gentleman, known expert in criminal defense, that has gone out of his way to help me in a criminal issue at Brentwood. I've also had the pleasure to spend time with him at a recent RCBA event."

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Kevin O'Keefe

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Sherman

Personal injury lawyer

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Patrick Donovan

Criminal defense lawyer

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George Campbell

Criminal defense lawyer

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Shawn Sweeney

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kirsten Wilson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jerome Blanchard

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robin Melone

Criminal defense lawyer

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Albert Hansen

Litigation lawyer

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Brian Germaine

Family lawyer

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Philip Kalil

Criminal defense lawyer

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Nicholas Howie

Criminal defense lawyer

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Annmarie Tenn

Family lawyer

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Amy Connolly

Litigation lawyer

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Justin Shepherd

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Anzalone

Litigation lawyer

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Andrew Myers

Personal injury lawyer

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Joseph St Louis

Criminal defense lawyer

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Charles Keefe

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

DWI Detection & Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, Graduate, Impaired Driving Specialists, LLC

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, Graduate, Tony Corroto Enterprises, LLC; Platt and Associates Impaired Driving Consulting

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Mastering Scientific Evidence, Graduate, National College for DUI Defense and Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

2015

DUI Defense Winter Session, Graduate, National College for DUI Defense

2015

DUI Detection & Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, Graduate, Tony Corroto Enterprises, LLC

2014

Mastering Scientific Evidence Seminar, Graduate, National College for DUI Defense and Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

2013

Mastering Scientific Evidence, Graduate, National College for DUI Defense & Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

2012

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2011

NHTSA, Field Sobriety Testing and "ARIDE" Seminar, Graduate, New Hampshire Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and Anthony Palacios

2006

Evidentiary Breath Alcohol Technician, Industrial Training & Design Ltd

2006

NHTSA/US DOT Standard Field Sobriety Testing Practitioner, C.E.S. Consulting, Inc.

2006

DUI Defense Summer Session, Graduate, National College for DUI Defense

2001

Trial Advocacy I, National Advocacy Center, Graduate, National District Attorneys Association

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Partner, Germaine & Blaszka, P.A.

2001 - Present

Faculty Member, Franklin Pierce University

2005 - 2008

Attorney, Law Office of Chaz R. Fisher, Inc.

2000 - 2005

Assistant County Attorney, Rockingham County Attorney's Office

1999 - 2000

Associate Attorney, Bletzer & Bletzer, P.C.

Associations

2017 - Present

Troop 33, Hampstead, NH

Scoutmaster

2014 - Present

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2010 - Present

Rockingham County Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

New Hampshire Association for Justice

Member

2005 - Present

New Hampshire Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2005 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2004 - Present

The Lone Tree Spirit Foundation, Inc. - Chairman: 2007-2009

Board Member

2003 - Present

Greater Salem Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

New Hampshire Bar Association

Member

1995 - Present

Troop 1, BSA, Haverhill, MA

Troop Committee Member

2010 - 2018

Rockingham County Bar Association

Board Member

2007 - 2009

Greater Salem Bar Association

President

Sample of Legal Cases

State of New Hampshire v. R.B.

Case dismissed after State's case (before defense witnesses had to testify)

State of New Hampshire v. N.S.

Case dismissed at conclusion of State's evidence

State of New Hampshire v. A.Z.

Not guilty after Trial

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Education

1999

Suffolk University Law School

J.D.

1996

Lehigh University

B.A.

1992

St. John's Preparatory School

Speaking Engagements

2011

Sandown Police Department Gun Safety and Law Seminar

Laws of Self Defense and Property; Concealed Weapon Permit Law

2011

Atkinson Police Department Gun Safety Course

Laws of Self Defense, Defense of Property and Premises - Use of Non-Deadly vs. Deadly Force

2010

Hampstead Police Department Training

New Hampshire Law Update and Rules of Evidence

2009

Hampstead Police Department Training

Search & Seizure Law and Motor Vehicle Laws

2008

Windham Police Department Training

DWI Law and Field Sobriety Tests

2008

Hampstead Police Department Training

Search & Seizure

2007

Epping Police Department Training

Search & Seizure - Motor Vehicle

2004

New Hampshire Police Academy

Arrest Warrants, Search Warrants & Complaints

2004

New Hampshire Police Academy

Laws of Arrest

2004

New Hampshire Police Academy

DWI and Administrative License Suspension Laws

2003

New Hampshire Police Academy

Arrest Warrants, Search Warrants & Complaints

Languages

English

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