North Amherst 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...

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.

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...

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...

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.

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.

Michael’s practice is focused on civil litigation, including disputes involving employmentpersonal injury, medical malpractice, housing, and civil rights law. Prior to joining Lesser, Newman & Nasser, Michael practiced at the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights in Boston, Massachusetts, where he represented victims of race and national origin discrimination. Before practicing at the Lawyers’ Committee, Michael practiced employment law in Washington, D.C. and San Francisco, California. In addition to practicing law, Michael has taught legal writing and research at American University Washington College of Law, Golden Gate University School of Law, and New England Law Boston, and he has...

Ryan Schiff is a partner at Elkins, Auer, Rudof & Schiff in Northampton. His practice is focused on appellate litigation and criminal and juvenile defense. He has briefed and argued a wide range of cases before the Massachusetts Appeals Court, the Supreme Judicial Court, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit. His trial-court experience ranges from complex first-degree murder and federal racketeering cases to trespassing and drug-possession cases. Before joining his firm, Ryan was the Director of Juvenile Appeals at the Committee for Public Counsel Services, and a staff attorney in CPCS’s Special Litigation Unit. Ryan is...

In addition to being a partner at Sweeney Merrigan Law LLP in Boston, I have over 12 years of experience from the bench as a retired First Justice in the Orange District Court.

As a founding partner of Sweeney Merrigan Law LLP in Boston, I have years of experience handling all different types of personal injury claims and will get you the compensation you deserve.

J. Tucker Merrigan is co-managing partner at Sweeney Merrigan Law, LLP. He started Sweeney Merrigan Law with his brother and fellow co-managing partner, Peter M. Merrigan, in 2010. Since, Sweeney Merrigan Law has become a Massachusetts and National powerhouse in the practice of plaintiff’s litigation. It has been many years since the firm began with its first settlement of $9,500.00 and has evolved to recovering over $30 Million in its most recent litigation. Much of the success attributable to Sweeney Merrigan is a direct product of Attorney Merrigan’s commitment the firm’s reputation as practicing with the highest...

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...

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...

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.

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.

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.

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...

Picture Isaac Mass is a dedicated and zealous advocate for clients throughout Massachusetts and Vermont. He brings his knowledge and practical experience to bear inside and outside of the courtroom on behalf of his clients. Committed to providing excellent legal representation with responsiveness and communication, Attorney Mass works candidly with clients at the outset of any matter to identify the clients objectives and chart a strategic course to optimize the chance of achieving those goals.

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...

Cherie L. McKenna, Esq. is the sole proprietor of the Law Office of Cherie L. McKenna, in Springfield, Massachusetts, where she practices all aspects of family law and provides mediation services in Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin and Berkshire Counties. Over one-third of Cherie’s practice is devoted to mediation services, as she enjoys assisting clients to resolution of their differences. Practicing for over 20 years with extensive experience in divorce and family law as well as civil litigation, insurance defense, appellate litigation and criminal defense, Cherie is dedicated to advocating for her clients and working to achieve successful resolution...

Stephen Spelman is an experienced civil and criminal trial attorney. Stephen served as an Assistant District Attorney in the Homicide Unit of the Hampden County District Attorney's Office. He has tried more than 200 cases in state and federal court. Stephen served as a JAG Colonel in the Army Reserve, including two tours in Iraq and one tour as the senior criminal defense attorney for the Army, supervising court martial defense world-wide.