Wilmington Lawyers

Michael is an experienced criminal defense attorney, concentrating in state and federal CRIMINAL APPELLATE, HABEAS CORPUS, AND POSTCONVICTION LITIGATION. Michael has defended homicide, serious felony, and misdemeanor cases and has handled complex federal sentencing and parole matters. Michael devotes a significant part of his practice to the representation of professors, physicians, postdocs, and other scientists accused of SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH MISCONDUCT and also of students accused of plagiarism, ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT, & sexual misconduct at area law schools, medical schools, hospitals, and colleges in Boston and in other parts of the country, including at Babson, Boston College, Boston University, Brandeis, Brown, Cal...

I am of counsel to Zalkind Duncan & Bernstein LLP, where previously I was a partner for over 30 years. My practice concentrates on Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, and College and University Disciplinary matters. I have decades of experience defending clients in both federal and state courts. Providing a clear presentation and in-depth knowledge of legal issues has resulted in positive outcomes for dozens of my clients. My practice includes nationwide representation for students and faculty facing all types of charges. I am committed to zealous advocacy to protect my clients' rights and interests in every case. I received my...

Emma Quinn-Judge focuses her litigation practice on appeals, criminal defense, and employment law. She has obtained excellent results for her clients including a nearly $10.9 million jury verdict for her client in a race discrimination and retaliation case against the City of Boston (now on appeal).

Emma was selected for the 2017 Top Women of the Law list by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly. Emma has been selected to the Rising Stars list by Super Lawyers each year since 2015 and is listed in Best Lawyers of America. She has also been awarded the highest possible rating for professional excellence in litigation –...

Monica Shah focuses her litigation practice on criminal defense, employment, and Title IX matters. She has successfully handled complicated and highly-contested cases from the initial stages of investigation and discovery through trial and appeals. In the last two years, she served as lead counsel and successfully litigated and settled two cases against major universities where she represented clients who had experienced gender discrimination and sexual harassment, and she won a nearly $10.9 million jury verdict on behalf of her client in a race discrimination and retaliation lawsuit against the City of Boston, a verdict she defended in the appeals court...

Partner Naomi Shatz focuses on students' rights, university discipline, and employee rights. She represents students at all levels of education from elementary school through graduate school, as well as teachers and professors involved in discrimination cases and disciplinary proceedings regarding claims of sexual assault, sexual harassment, and academic misconduct. Naomi also advises and represents individuals in employment matters and criminal cases.

Naomi has been selected to the Rising Stars list by Super Lawyers each year since 2016. In 2018, Naomi was named an Up & Coming Lawyer by Massachusetts Law Weekly.

Prior to joining Zalkind Duncan & Bernstein LLP, Naomi was a...

Inga Bernstein is a distinguished Criminal Defense and Employment Law Attorney at Zalkind Duncan & Bernstein LLP. For over two decades, she has provided comprehensive representation for an array of criminal and civil matters. Inga is dedicated to providing a smart and effective defense for clients facing criminal charges. In civil matters, her representation includes meticulous research and forceful arguments in pursuit of the best possible outcomes. Inga's experienced and passionate advocacy has led to many outstanding results.

Inga has received numerous awards. Best Lawyers named her Lawyer of the Year for Boston Employment Law-Individuals in 2015 and 2018. She...

James A. Swartz is a nationally known and respected trial attorney and consumer advocate. Mr. Swartz’ law practice is headquartered in the historic John and Ebenezer Hancock House on the Freedom Trail in Boston, Massachusetts. Mr. Swartz graduated cum laude from Tufts University and earned his J.D. at Georgetown University Law Center. Mr. Swartz is a member of Public Justice Foundation (Public Justice’s Massachusetts State Coordinator since 1995); American Association For Justice (Co-Chair of AAJ’s Toys and Recreational Equipment Litigation Group since 2002-2010); The American Trial Lawyers Association (Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Massachusetts since 2008); The...

Katie is the Managing Director of the Global Employment Practice at modCounsel. She brings over 15 years of experience in employment law and human resources to modCounsel's global law and consulting practice. Katie helps growth companies scale their employment programs to create quality employee experiences while simultaneously mitigating risk. She believes that all good relationships are built on trust and is committed to building these with her clients and helping organizations build trust with their employees.

As the founder of the firm the Law Office of Steven R. Whitman, LLC, Boston lawyer Steven R. Whitman represents those whose lives have been affected because of the negligence of others. Since 1982, Attorney Whitman has been licensed to practice law in Massachusetts. Mr. Whitman’s peers have recognized him with a Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent® Rating. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and his J.D. from the Suffolk University Law School. Contact his firm today for a free consult.

By any objective measure, Attorney David R. Yannetti has reached the top of his profession. Attorney Yannetti has achieved an acquittal in a first-degree murder case after first obtaining a new trial for his client, who had served sixteen years in state prison after being wrongfully convicted. Later in the year, Attorney Yannetti was selected to compete in the annual "Battle of the Lawyers," sponsored by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly. Attorney Yannetti's re-creation of his famous closing argument in the Jeffrey Curley murder case earned him top honors, as he took home the trophy for having presented the...

A 2024 Super Lawyers and Boston Magazine Top Lawyer selection, Attorney Bethany Rogers brings two decades of legal experience. Having worked as both an Assistant District Attorney and a Criminal Defense Attorney, she has extensive trial experience in the Superior, District, and Juvenile Courts of Massachusetts. Attorney Rogers has successfully handled a wide variety of criminal cases, including firearms offenses, DUI/OUI, motor vehicle homicide, manslaughter, domestic violence, restraining order violations, drug offenses, sex crimes, robbery, assault and battery, breaking and entering, and more. Her skill in both litigation and negotiation makes her a strong advocate for her clients. Having started her...

Applying for immigration status can often feel stressful and overwhelming. That's why when you hire an attorney, you need someone that will walk along side you, answer your questions, and zealously advocate on your behalf. While creating Hope Immigration, I kept this in mind. I used my background in intercultural communication, refugee assistance, international studies, and immigration law to curate a client experience allowing for regular communication where people feel heard and that their case is valued during the immigration process. As an international student at Yonsei University in South Korea, I remember that navigating a foreign country...

I practice divorce, family law and child welfare law in the greater Boston area. My goal is to assist both men and women in divorce, child custody and support proceedings and paternity, in addition to modifications that arise post judgement. I have extensive experience working with victims in court, particularly women and children who were physically or sexually abused. Most victims want an attorney who "just gets it," and it has been my experience than many do not "get it" nor do they feel comfortable representing or relating to clients with a domestic violence component to their case. Family...

While spending many of his formative years focusing on product liability cases, David McCormack fostered his technical and analytical approach to developing cases from the moment of the first client contact up through the time of trial. That approach has served his clients well for over 16 years. David brings his dedication to helping his clients to every case, no matter the size or subject matter. Recognized for his commitment and intensity, David has consistently been selected by his peers for inclusion in the Massachusetts Super Lawyers. In 2016, his argument and victory in front of the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial...

Being a former immigrant I know the pains and problems immigration law can hold so I opened Hannaford Immigration Law aiming to make the process as easy as possible for you. I was born in Hong Kong and have lived all over the world. I have worked in a number of fields including the financial industry before finding my calling with Immigration law. I have a wide array of immigration experience working on family, work and litigation matters and am actively involved with a number of immigration charities.

As a founding partner of Crowe & Mulvey, LLP, Elizabeth N. Mulvey has tried over 250 cases in courts throughout New England. Having gained recognition and respect amongst her legal community, Elizabeth has appeared in appellate courts that have resulted in many important decisions in the area of personal injury law. Her hard work and dedication towards her clients has gained her the status as one of the top lawyers in Massachusetts by "Super Lawyers" every year since 2005. Outside of her practice, Elizabeth frequently teaches trial advocacy courses for the Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, Harvard Law School, the National...

Jessica M. Gray is a passionate litigator handling a wide variety of cases including wrongful death, personal injury, premises liability, and products liability. Attorney Gray is sought after as an advocate by injured individuals and referring attorneys alike who have come to recognize her special ability to empathize with clients and in being able to communicate movingly to judges, juries, arbitrators and mediators, as well as insurers. She has achieved six and seven figure resolutions in multiple cases both before and during litigation. Most recently, she helped achieve a seven-figure settlement for the wrongful death of a young man walking...

Attorney Julie Lamkin earned her J.D. at the Massachusetts School of Law in Andover and was admitted to the Massachusetts Bar in 2010. Julie is a Massachusetts native and earned her bachelors degree from Suffolk University in 2006, graduating magna cum laude. Before joining Jeffrey Glassman Injury Lawyers, Julie owned her own practice focusing primarily in the areas of family law and estate planning. Julie also volunteered at the Lawyer for the Day Program in Essex County, offering free legal advice to indigent individuals. At Jeffrey Glassman Injury Lawyers, Julie enjoys working with different clients every day and strives to provide each...

David K.Wilkinson is a Fellow with the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), and started his education when he received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from the University of Washington, one of the highest ranked undergraduate business schools in the United States. He was awarded membership to the National Dean’s List. David received his Juris Doctor degree from California Western School of Law School and graduated in the top one-third of his class. Co-founder of Wilkinson & Finkbeiner, David practices family law for the firm, handling all facets of the practice area, from straightforward negotiation...

Attorney Joe Serpa is a criminal and civil trial attorney located in Boston with a winning record in the trial courts of Massachusetts. With an innovative and assertive approach to the law, Attorney Serpa has successfully defended his clients in serious felony prosecutions charging murder to sexual assault to operating under the influence of alcohol (DWI / OUI). He has consistently tried cases to acquittal before juries in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Attorney Serpa's clients have been found not guilty in ninety percent of those trials over nearly two decades. ...

Andrea Marino Landry is a partner at Thornton Law Firm LLP. She joined the firm as an associate in 2005 after previously clerking at the firm. During her time at Thornton Law Firm, Ms. Landry has successfully represented clients in a variety of the firm’s practice areas, including mesothelioma and asbestos claims, personal injury litigation, products liability litigation, toxic exposures, including children born with birth defects from their parent's exposure to chemicals in the workplace, and consumer class actions. She represents clients throughout Massachusetts and nationally. She was trial co-counsel for Lydon v. Turner & Newall, a $9.3 million...

Christian Uehlein is of counsel to Thornton Law Firm LLP. He joined the firm as an associate in 2006. Mr. Uehlein is a graduate of Colorado College (B.A. 2002) and New England School of Law (J.D. 2006). He was admitted to the Massachusetts Bar in 2006, the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts in 2007, Montana in 2016, and Wyoming in 2020, and the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts in 2007. Mr. Uehlein focuses his practice on representing victims of toxic exposures as well as employers and business in insurance premium disputes. Since...

Mr. Lesser heads Thornton Law Firm’s False Claims Act / Qui Tam litigation section, representing whistleblowers that report fraud on the Federal and State governments. While practicing in traditional areas of False Claims litigation, including Medicare and Medicaid fraud, Mr. Lesser also handles litigation involving finance and bank fraud. In 2020 Mr. Lesser's client, an FX trader who worked for Bank of New York Mellon, was awarded the then largest individual SEC whistleblower award in the history of SEC whistleblower litigation. The client's almost $50 million dollar award was for providing original information to the Securities and...

Evan Hoffman concentrates his practice areas in complex financial fraud class actions, qui tam, and False Claims Act cases. He has successfully represented private whistleblowers and public pension funds in groundbreaking state and federal multi-district litigation against global custodial banks for foreign exchange fraud. In addition to his class action work, Mr. Hoffman represents and has helped obtain substantial settlements for plaintiffs who have contracted mesothelioma as a result of exposure to asbestos. He is involved in the firm’s Birth Defects and farmworker pesticide litigation practice, working for clients exposed to dangerous and unsafe chemicals. Evan...

Garrett D. Lee is co-managing partner of Morgan & Morgan’s Boston office. He concentrates his practice on representing permanently injured people in lawsuits concerning catastrophic motor vehicle accidents, bicycle accidents, trucking accidents, wrongful death and premises liability. Garrett also currently serves as Chair of the Massachusetts Joint Bar Committee for Judicial Appointments. Garrett is a lifelong Massachusetts resident. Garrett has obtained substantial compensation for victims of injury through settlements and trial verdicts. He has a winning record trying cases in the Superior Court, District Court, and Housing Courts in Massachusetts. Garrett is the author of “Preparation of a Plaintiff’s...

Brad Mitchell is a partner at Thornton Law Firm LLP. His main area of practice is toxic exposure litigation, including cases involving birth defects, cancer, and exposure to glycol ethers, benzene, solvents, and other hazardous substances. Mr. Mitchell has represented clients who have been exposed to toxic substances working in semiconductor chip manufacturing, printing, parts washing, and other industries and occupations. Brad J. Mitchell is a graduate of Colby College (B.A., May 1989) and Vermont Law School (J.D. 1998). Mr. Mitchell was a Note Editor for the Vermont Law Review. Mr. Mitchell is a member of...

Leah McMorris is a partner at Thornton Law Firm LLP in Boston. She has been with the firm since 2005 as a clerk and joined full time as an associate in 2011. Her practice focuses on mesothelioma, toxic exposures, products liability, and catastrophic injury litigation. She has tried several cases in Massachusetts, obtaining significant verdicts and settlements for her clients. A female mesothelioma lawyer, Ms. McMorris represents victims of mesothelioma exposed to asbestos in the workplace, as well as mesothelioma victims exposed to asbestos-contaminated cosmetic talc.

Ms. McMorris earned her Bachelor’s degree from Fairfield University and her Juris Doctor degree from...

Maggie K. O’Donnell is a trial attorney who represents clients in personal injury cases for accidents such as motor vehicle accidents, premises liability and dog bites. She obtained her Bachelor’s Degree from Fairfield University, where she majored in Communications with a minor in Public Relations. As an undergraduate student, O’Donnell was a member of the Varsity Women’s Rowing Team during which time she placed 1st in the Women’s Varsity 4 at the MAAC Championship in 2016. She went on to graduate from New England School of Law. In her first year, O’Donnell made Dean’s List and became a member of...

Attorney Marc E. Chapdelaine is the founding partner of Chapdelaine & Ryan, established in 2023 with his long-time associate, Tim Ryan. He originally founded Chapdelaine Law Office in 2006 after earning his J.D. from Syracuse University College of Law in 2002. He holds a B.A. from Stonehill College (1999). Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (2002) and the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts (2003), Marc specializes in estate planning, civil litigation, personal injury, criminal defense, fiduciary litigation, and catastrophic injury. With extensive trial experience, he provides clients with strategic and results-driven representation. Marc is a dedicated member of the legal...

I concentrate my practice on all areas of divorce and family law litigation and mediation, including separation agreements, child custody and parenting plans, alimony, child support, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, paternity, guardianship, modification, and contempt proceedings. In addition to representing one spouse in a family law matter, I am a trained mediator who helps couples amicably resolve their disputes. I believe in innovative solutions to complex family problems. I am a compassionate advisor, zealous advocate and creative problem solver, blending law and human services to provide my clients with choices, practical legal guidance and strategic advice while staying focused on each...

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...

I am a lawyer in Wellesley, Massachusetts who strives to provide local, national and international clients with large firm quality and responsiveness in a small firm setting. I work in three main areas: business and commercial law, alternative dispute resolution for business and family law ADR.

Attorney Angel J. Silvestrini has been practicing law in Puerto Rico and in the continental U.S. for almost 20 years. He is fully bilingual and is licensed in 6 different states and in Puerto Rico (Massachusetts, California, Connecticut, New York, Florida, Texas and Puerto Rico). He has represented clients from all over the United States with their Puerto Rico legal needs. He focuses on litigation matters for the firm and assists clients from the continental U.S. with their divorce / probate/ inheritance cases in Puerto Rico. Because Puerto Rico has a very different system than many states in...