Belchertown Lawyers

I am an experienced and dedicated Attorney. I have guided clients through a broad range of legal matters since 2011. I use every tool available to provide custom tailored, unparalleled legal representation. I am committed to zealous advocacy and outstanding client satisfaction.

I received my B.S. from Wittenberg University in 2005. In 2010, I obtained my J.D. from Western New England University School of Law. I am a member of the Massachusetts Bar Association, American Bar Association, Hampden County Bar Association, Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys, Hampshire County Bar Association, and Intellectual Property Law Association. Additionally, I have been honored by...

I have been practicing workers' compensation for over 30+ years. I began for an insurance defense firm before starting my own practice. As a defense attorney for multiple workers' compensation insurance companies I was able to see first hand what insurance companies do with your claim. What they seek to do is pay out as little as possible and close the file as soon as possible. Obviously that is not necessarily in your best interest. I see my role as guiding you through the process to put you in the best position should a claim...

Peter Vickery focuses on landlord-tenant cases (landlord side). He also welcomes clients with claims of religious discrimination. As Legislative Affairs Counsel for MassLandlords (the statewide membership organization that represents housing providers across Massachusetts) Peter drafts bills, bill summaries, and testimony in the area of housing law, and writes amicus briefs in cases that have strategic significance for rental-property owners. Peter is a graduate of Oxford University (Jesus College), the University of the West of England, Boston University School of Law, and the Center for Public Policy & Administration at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. He is a former member of the Governor’s...

I graduated from Washington University in 1985 and obtained my J.D. degree from Northeastern University School of Law in 1988. I clerked for the justices of the Massachusetts Superior Court from 1988-1989 and in 1989 began practicing as an attorney with Burres Fidnick and Booth. I became a partner at what then became Burres Fidnick Booth and Kaufman in 1996. In 2004, after 15 years of working with my law partners I decided to start a solo practice. Since 1989 my practice has concentrated in the area of domestic relations. This includes divorces, paternities, divorce modifications, work with non-traditional families,...

I am a graduate of Northeastern University School of Law (class of 1984). I became a lawyer to help people and to make a meaningful contribution to the betterment of our society and to social justice. That remains the core of my professional orientation..

Amherst Attorney with 35 years experience. Martindale-Hubbell peer review rating of AV Preeminent® www.martindale.com/ratings. Areas of practice include civil litigation in Massachusetts state and federal court, business law, intellectual property, consumer law, land disputes; real estate law, landlord/tenant, estate planning and business consulting. Attorney Szumowski has extensive complex business litigation experience, including multi-party, multi-district litigation. Admitted to practice in California in 1985 (presently inactive), Attorney Szumowski has been admitted in Massachusetts since 2002.

Attorney George provides competent, aggressive representation. He is a problem solver who can shepherd his clients through complex life issues. Whether it means sorting out a personal or financial problem, launching a new business, helping buy a new house or drafting an appropriate estate plan, he finds the solution that's right for you.

He has represented hundreds of families seeking a fresh start through bankruptcy. His practice includes both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. He has successfully won settlements for people whose rights were violated by debt collectors and credit reporting agencies. He has received numerous commendations for his work from...

Attorney John McKenna has an extensive background in personal injury, criminal law and immigration matters. Our clients benefit from his broad and unique experience which includes: Congressional Counsel to Massachusetts Congressman Richard E. Neal Assistant District Attorney for Hampden County Assistant City Solicitor for the City of Springfield Claims Representative for Traveler's Insurance Company Adjunct Faculty in Criminal Law at Anna Maria College Attorney John McKenna has extensive trial experience. He has defended his clients' interests in over 200 trials. Due to his well-respected reputation, he is regularly referred to clients by those within...

Wills, Trusts, Estate Planning, Medicaid Planning. Probate of Estates in Massachusetts and Connecticut. Guardianships and Conservatorships under the Massachusetts Probate Code. Advance Directives that avoid the need for Guardianship - Conservatorship: Power of Attorney and Health Care Proxy. Real Estate Purchase and Sale. Supplemental Needs Trusts. Obtaining and coordinating benefits covered by Mediciad, Medicare, VA, Social Security, private insurance, and other resources. I prepare and coordinate estates and trusts for people who plan for succession of their assets and property, and protect benefits eligibility for themselves and for disabled family members. I serve as legal counsel, and provide estate administration services, to...

William O’Neil has practiced law in the greater Springfield area for 37 years. He specializes in criminal defense of major crimes. Attorney O’Neil also has experience in advising his clients on estate planning, will drafting, and probate matters. He has defended hard working citizens who have been harassed by debt collectors by defending them in court against those creditors and in filing for bankruptcy protection. Receiving compassionate legal advice from our experienced professionals will prevent you from getting lost in the corporate shuffle.

We offer big city representation from a small town, community-based perspective. Buying a new home or starting a new business is not just a paper transaction—it's a life event that deserves careful attention. Our goal is to be a personal resource for people whatever their legal need. Peter's motivation to become a lawyer was a desire for answers—the legal system seemed arcane and unapproachable. It needed a new interface; one where regular people can get the information and help they need at a reasonable cost and minimal stuffiness. Having spent 30+ years in the entertainment business, Peter...

I have been providing legal services for your personal, family and professional needs in the metropolitan Springfield area and beyond for over 25 years concentrating in estate planning, elder law, estates and probate, divorce and family law and real estate. For many years I volunteered as board member and counsel for the local area agency on aging and received their distinguished service award. I continue to volunteer my time for consultations to needy elders at local senior centers and speak frequently at senior centers and other community organizations and non profit groups on elder law, estate planning and family law...

For the past 13 years, I have sought to provide zealous and compassionate representation to individuals and businesses filing for bankruptcy. I have a wealth of experience helping Debtors navigate Chapters 7, 11, 12, and 13 of the Bankruptcy Code. My goal is to make the process understandable for my clients. In my practice, I also represent bankruptcy trustees in litigation before the U.S. Bankruptcy Courts in Massachusetts.

Judd L. Peskin has been a lawyer since 1976, and concentrates in personal injury, workers’ compensation, and corporate/partnership law. His experience in the business world – as president of a manufacturing company and strategy consultant for Accenture (formerly Arthur Andersen consulting) – gives him a rare and valued perspective in dealing with commercial litigation matters, business formation, non-competition agreements, corporate “divorces” and partnership dissolutions.

Concentrates in commercial and retail debt collections, business and construction litigation in both state and federal court. Experience in business, creditors rights, contract, construction, real estate and personal injury law. Represents creditors and civil litigants throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

My name is Claudia Jocelyne Kokaz Muslu. I am an immigrant and an immigration attorney.

I have a law degree from the University of Istanbul; a Master of Law from Cornell University, and a Master of Business Administration from Simmons College Graduate School of Management. I am fluent in English, Turkish and French.

I started my legal career as a corporate attorney at White & Case, Istanbul, Turkey. When I moved to Boston, in 1999, I started to experience the many facets of the US immigration system. As I dealt with the immigration system, I became very frustrated. During 14...

Jeneen M. Moran is committed to providing you with personalized service and quality legal representation at reasonable rates.

An experienced attorney, Jeneen has been the owner and operator of Law Offices of Jeneen M. Moran, LLC since 2009. She received her law degree from New England Law in Boston, Massachusetts, and her bachelors degree from Worcester State University.

Jeneen is a member of the Worcester County Bar Association, the Worcester County Bankruptcy Bar Association, and the Worcester County Lawyer Referral Service.

The Law Offices of Jeneen M. Moran, LLC has A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.

We have two convenient Worcester County...

Practicing Real Estate Law, Massachusetts Probate; Complex Legal Research, and Business Law throughout Massachusetts and Northern Connecticut.

Attorney Morrison has over 20 years of experience and has represented thousands of clients. He is well-versed in all areas of both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy. He serves the entire state of Massachusetts from convenient office locations in Springfield, South Easton, and Worcester.

Prior to practicing bankruptcy law, Attorney Morrison received his undergraduate degree from the University of Massachusetts in Amherst, MA. He received his Juris Doctor from Tulane University School of Law in New Orleans, Louisiana before returning to practice in Massachusetts. He has literally handled thousands of bankruptcy cases, practicing for over 20 years.

Attorney Morrison is...

Ben Steffans’s practice focuses representing employees in employment-related claims and issues.

Ben has successfully litigated claims of employment harassment and employment discrimination based on sex, race, disability, pregnancy, age, and sexual orientation. Ben has successfully resolved claims involving employers who retaliate against employees for complaining about unlawful activity. A large portion of Ben’s practice consists of representing clients regarding complicated wage-and-hour issues arising under both state and federal law. Ben also has significant experience in the non-compete, non-disclosure, non-solicit, and trade secret context.

Prior to opening Steffans Legal Ben represented both employers and employees in employment claims. As a result, Ben...

We assist Individuals and Businesses with Planning and Advising. We assist Individuals who are planning for the future by creating complex Trusts that protect their wealth and their family's future. We help businesses create solid management and financial strategies and goals that will assist them in reaching their goals. THE LAW OFFICES OF KIMBERLY A. PISINSKI LLC OFFER A WIDE RANGE OF SERVICES INCLUDING ESTATE PLANNING, OUTSIDE GENERAL COUNSEL, COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE, AND LITIGATION ASSISTANCE. WE ARE HERE TO HELP YOU DEVELOP EFFECTIVE STRATEGIES AND DESIGN HIGH-QUALITY SCALABLE SOLUTIONS TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS.

Thomas Estes has in the practice of law for over 22 years in various capacities, including Associate Justice of the District Court in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

After receiving his law degree from William & Mary School of Law, He was a successful Patent and Trademark Litigation Attorney in Virginia, then moved on to becoming a Public Defender in Northern Virginia, where he very passionately defended indigent clients.

Thomas moved to Massachusetts in 2002 where he first worked as a Public Defender and in 2006 was promoted to Attorney-in-Charge for Committee for Public Counsel Services.

In 2014, Thomas became a District...

Nicholas S. Ratush, Esq., is licensed to practice before State and Federal Courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the State of New York. Nicholas Ratush believes that effective client representation starts with a thorough examination of every detail of a case. That process often leads him to discover the vital pieces of information that are essential to develop highly effective strategies for dealing with the issues presented. Nicholas was born in Kiev, Ukraine and grew up in New York. He received his Bachelor of Business Administration from Pace University majoring in Information Systems. He received his Juris...

Nyles L. Courchesne is one of three partners of Peskin, Courchesne & Allen, P.C. providing legal services to businesses and individuals throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and State of Connecticut. Nyles L. Courchesne is a real estate attorney with 25 years of experience in real estate conveyancing. Over the term of his career he has gained experience in the areas of buying and selling residential and commercial real estate. As an attorney practicing in a geographic area that has been effected by the recession, his practice has developed a focus on distressed property transactions including: buying and selling...

I am a mediator and collaborative lawyer focused on helping families resolve conflicts without the harm of a public court trial. I have more than 20 years experience as a lawyer including working for legal aid, for the Commission on Judicial Conduct, and in my own solo practice. I teach mediation at Western New England University Law School and have written a book about how to represent yourself in Court. In 2023 I will be the President of the Massachusetts Collaborative Law Council.

From Engineer to Business Manager to Entrepreneur to Technology Director and now Lawyer. Whatever your profession -- Whatever your situation -- I can understand and relate. Your first visit with me is free, so don't hesitate to call me to set up an appointment.

Marissa Elkins is a proven litigator, comfortable in any courtroom environment. Whether a case involves a trial before a jury of twelve in Superior Court or six in District Court, or complicated legal motions and arguments before a judge, Attorney Elkins has the experience and legal expertise to represent clients zealously and with integrity. With experience in courts throughout Western Massachusetts and the rest of the Commonwealth, she is an attorney that commands respect for her clients and works to get them favorable results at every stage of litigation.

Mr. Morrison grew up in the town of New Braintree in Worcester County, Massachusetts. He graduated from Quabbin Regional High School with honors in 1992. He then graduated magna cum laude from Western New England University in 1996 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in history. Subsequently, he moved to California and worked as a claims adjuster for a large insurance company before attending Southwestern University School of Law in downtown Los Angeles, graduating with a Juris Doctorate in June 2006. Mr. Morrison was admitted to the California Bar in December of 2006 and continued...