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Attorney Dianna Abdala was born in Springfield, Massachusetts. She attended Agawam High school. While still in high school, Dianna clerked for her father, George S. Abdala at his law office. Upon skipping her last year in high school, as a reward for her tireless work, she moved across the state to Boston. In Boston, Dianna L. Abdala attended Boston University in 1998 and took up a major in Economics. Skipping her last year once again, Abdala graduated and obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and continued immediately to law school. She enrolled in Suffolk University Law School and built her coursework around the criminal law and trying criminal cases. While at Suffolk Law, Attorney Abdala practiced law as a student attorney with the Suffolk Defenders and maintained a caseload of criminal matters while studying. She graduated after studying law for 3 years full time and immediately passed the Massachusetts Bar Examination. She is certified to practice law in the District, Superior, and Federal District Courts. Attorney Abdala still works closely with her father, George S. Abdala, Esq. while their law offices are across the state, and confer with one another regularly regarding the law. Dianna L. Abdala specializes in all criminal law matters.. Dianna Abdala’s father, Attorney George S. Abdala, currently practicing in Hampden County, has been a criminal defense attorney for 60 years. While still in the beginning of his career, he was approached by the District Attorney of Hampden County, Matthew Ryan at the time, and offered the position of first Assistant District Attorney. George Abdala accepted the appointment and for 14 years would prosecute cases for the State of Massachusetts. Following that 14 years, Attorney George Abdala would find himself back on the defense side with an extra set of tools, technique, and knowledge from both angles to utilize against the opposition. Approximately 40 years later, Attorney George S. Abdala still tries criminal cases regularly and conducts his business zealously in the Massachusetts court system. He most recently awarded the Honorable Kent B. Smith Award for his contribution to the practice of criminal law on June 14th, 2012.

I have been practicing law for 34 years. I am a general practitioner handling most types of cases. Experience is critical to properly address your legal matter.

I have devoted my life to creating equity and seeking justice for all people. Since I've started practicing I have been fighting for the people of Lynn and the North Shore communities. I've been accepting court-appointed criminal defense cases since 2016 in the juvenile, district, and superior courts.. Before turning to the law, I spent 8 years advocating alongside the work of Sierra Service Project, leading community groups, and coaching club soccer. During law school, I earned a place as a lawyering fellow with the prestigious Northeastern Social Justice Project. I am a resident of Lynn, and firm believer in the potential of this City. I am passionate about achieving the best possible result for my clients. My goal is to be a voice for the voiceless and reach as many people as possible and to connect them with legal resources and the dignity they are owed.. I received a Bachelor of Science in mathematics from the University of Oregon (Go Ducks) in 2009 and earned a Juris Doctor from Northeastern University School of Law in 2015.

Attorney Jason A. Guida is the leading expert on Massachusetts firearms laws and regulations.. Attorney Guida’s unique professional background gives his clients an edge in achieving successful results in a cost effective manner. His extensive knowledge and hands-on experience makes him the first choice for clients seeking advice on complicated firearms licensing cases and criminal matters.. As the former Director of the Massachusetts Firearms Records Bureau, Attorney Guida has trained and advised local, state and federal law enforcement officials on firearms licensing and firearms related criminal investigations. He has served as Counsel to the Firearms Licensing Review Board, is a former member of the Gun Control Advisory Board and has prosecuted cases as an Assistant District Attorney.. Attorney Guida handles cases anywhere in Massachusetts and was named a 2014 “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers (www.superlawyers.com). He accepts referrals from the US Concealed Carry Law Network () and the Texas Law Shield Firearms Legal Defense Fund (). Time is of the essence in most firearms cases. When it counts and your rights are on the line, you need Attorney Guida’s proven experience working for you.

With over a decade of experience as a criminal defense attorney, Attorney Rakhlin's main focus has been and always will be serving the interests of his clients by providing them with the legal expertise and personalized attention needed to secure the best possible results. When you are faced with a legal problem, being able to depend on your attorney is the best peace of mind available.. Irv Rakhlin was born in Pennsylvania and later moved to Massachusetts to attend Amherst College and then Boston University School of Law. In addition to maintaining a high level of academic performance Mr. Rakhlin was a standout athlete on the football and rugby fields. Whether tackling an opposing player or a legal challenge, Irv has been fighting hard for those on his team his entire life. After law school he sharpened his skills as an associate at a well-respected general practice law firm in downtown Boston. Attorney Rakhlin’s main focus has been and always will be serving the interests of his clients by providing them with the legal expertise and personalized attention needed to secure the best possible results.. Mr. Rakhlin has received numerous awards and accolades as an Attorney including a 10.0 rating on AVVO and numerous consecutive selections as a “Rising Star” Attorney by Super Lawyers and a "Super Lawyer," but his biggest satisfaction comes from attaining a Not Guilty verdict or a Dismissal of a case for a client. In one capacity or another, Irv has always made it a point to do the hard work, and never back down from a challenge. If you or a relative have been accused of a crime in Massachusetts, there is no time to waste in mounting the best possible defense. When you are faced with criminal charges, being able to depend on your attorney is the best peace of mind available.