I am a high level professional and my job requires federal licensing every few years, very much like the recertifications that doctors and nurses go through. I am not from Massachusetts, but upon visiting Boston, through a party, I was with people I didn't know well, and long story short, I was arrested for possession of illegal drugs (that belonged to those people), as well as my own prescription high blood pressure medications because I didn't have the bottle for it. Though I would have probably been ok if I had been tried AND even found guilty, it would have required some kind of probation or remediation required for my license. Clearly I wanted this to be wiped away, as if it never happened. And that's exactly what happened. This recommendation is in reference to Irvin Rakhlin. Not being from Massachusetts, I didn't have any resources that would lead me to a good attorney, so I used the internet and did my due diligence. I talked to 8 or 9 different attorneys, and each for about 1 or 1 1/2 hours in my vetting process. During my first conversation with Irv, he wasn't the warmest, and told me I was rambling and needed to get more to the point. He did sound confident, though he never over-sold me on my situation (spoiler alert, he under-sold me). He said getting off scot-free would be difficult even though I have clean legal record and have lead an exemplary life. The key reason that I chose Irv was that he said something that none of the other attorneys said. He mentioned there was a recent law change that would allow me to achieve the eradication of this arrest. He laid out the plan, though I wish he would have been a little slower and more patient, as I have no familiarity with the legal system, but being a smart guy, I understood the main points. None of the other attorneys mentioned this option, and I think it's something they would have mentioned in trying to earn my business (not sure if they're unaware, or if they didn't want to reveal a trade secret or what it was). So Irv was my choice on the basis of his strategy. Here are the qualities that make Irv Rakhlin an excellent attorney and person. Irv is tough and personable. He's knowledgeable and adaptable. He goes beyond the call of duty, and I have come to think of him as a friend. I was arrested in a small county about 2 hours from Boston. Probably no attorney has a working relationship with the DA or judges in this county, because it's too small, too far, and irrelevant for a major attorney. Despite this, Irv was able to forge a good working relationship with the DAs and judges. It's essential for an attorney to be trust-worthy and reliable and even liked by the DA and judges. As I found out, it's not an adversarial relationship. It's a friendly negotiation. Over the course of 3 court dates, Irv always had key intel, even when there were visiting/temporary judges and DAs (as this was over the holidays). Despite probably never having prior working relationships with these people, Irv was able to tell me how a judge would likely react to a certain circumstance based on that judge's personal family history. Even when there was a temporary DA, Irv was able to do what was necessary. Also Irv is extremely adaptable. I was not able to attend the 2nd date. I made plans to fly and I was under the impression that I would be there on the 2nd date. As the court session began, I was delayed in the airport, but still told Irv that I would be there shortly (but I was not ever able to get there in time). This put Irv in a VERY bad situation. Up to the very last second, Irv had been under the impression that I would be there, but Irv was able to do what he does and got me an extension without the court being upset with me. Though Irv was upset at me, and rightfully so. Perhaps it's that Irv and I are about the same age and we're highly educated professionals, I felt a connection with Irv immediately (or maybe that's just his personality skills). The first time I talked to him in person, I felt like I was talking to a buddy of mine. And indeed I have come to think of him something like a friend. There are many things that he did during the time we worked together that showed me that he does care and is a great person. For example, after seeing my poor travel plans, he sent me emails and texts reminding me of what I should do. It felt exactly like something my mom would do! What a great feeling to know someone is looking out for you to that degree. And other attorney wouldn't have cared. They got their money, and if I didn't do what I was supposed to do, then that's on me. And that's how life is, and how it should be. I should be responsible enough to do what I need to do to help myself. But not Irv! He went into mom protective mode. That's my highest compliment to him. Also, I was never even arraigned or charge with a crime. So Irv accomplished total and complete victory. read more

First and foremost, I want to say this from the bottom of my heart: thank you for being more like a friend to me with all your support in this hardship, Irvin. I honestly feel very fortunate and honored that Irvin Rakhlin was my lawyer. I remember the terrible morning that I got up and was looking for an attorney. When I first spoke with him over the phone, he listened attentively, was deliberate in his answers, plausible and realistic in analyzing my situation, described a plan that he thought we should follow, and importantly, helped me regain my peace of mind. Although the case was not serious, I was nervous and lost on what I have to do, but he instantly took some time to work on it although it was the weekend. As we moved forward, it became more and more evident to me that the case was in the "right hands." Irvin had the ultimate dedication in handling it and helping me resolve this unfortunate situation, and he achieved the best possible outcome that one could imagine for such cases. This was the result of his hard work and dedication, which I am absolutely grateful for and will never forget. I never had such a legal experience before in my life and obviously, it is not a pleasant one, but he was totally aware of these facts, was so supportive and confident the whole time, and absolutely professional, while giving me that confidence every step of the way; he listens to your suggestions and concerns meticulously. Meanwhile, he is very experienced and knowledgeable and ultimately explains to you what exactly needs to be done and what his expectations are; understanding that you might not know anything about legal matters, he explains the process to you step by step, and about what he is doing in every step; he feels obligated to deliberately answer all of your questions and tell you about the details. At the same time, he is so much in control of everything; he is aware of the nuances of the law and knows exactly what he is doing, so you really feel assured that everything is on the right track. What really impressed me was the way he patiently considered and explained to me all possible alternatives from the beginning, and was so dedicated and worked hard the whole time to achieve the best result, which is exactly what we got in the end. I think you should consider yourself extremely lucky to find a lawyer with such a level of dedication and care. Another thing that stands out with him is how deliberately he listens to your concerns all the time and tries to adapt his process with every single one of them; he does not bound his support to a certain degree and does not take issue with perfectionism; he understands that you might have concerns from different aspects about the result of the case, and he tries to fulfill all of them. He also pays attention to various details of your background that you might think is not so important in the first place. In communication, he is extremely powerful and has lots of helpful links. I would highly recommend Irvin to anyone who asks me for an attorney because honestly, I think he did more than just "doing his job." Besides his expertise and dedication and being extremely decisive, he is also a very humble and nice person, always tries to make you comfortable and relieved. At the same time, he describes the situation realistically and rationally. Most importantly, you feel that he is really in hardship with you and protects you as a close friend does, rather than just being a legal attorney; he does put all of his expertise and experience to resolve your case. I was so grateful to have him as my lawyer, he is a perfectionist and does not look just for a good outcome, but the best outcome and works really hard for it until the very last. I feel so lucky that I hired Irvin as my attorney and cannot say enough awesome things about him. read more

To whom it may concern: Attorney Rakhlin is the best lawyer I have ever seen. He saved not only my personal life, but also my future. My appreciation to him would stay in my heart and my life for all time. I found Attorney Rakhlin when my ex-wife and I were going through a divorce case, and my ex-wife said I violated the restraining order. I called Attorney Rakhlin to see if he could help me with my problem. Attorney Rakhlin is so wise, knowledgeable, experienced, and very articulate. During out first conversation, I found that he could understand the important points very quickly, and shared with me his thoughts on how to resolve the problems immediately. After our initial call, Attorney Rakhlin learned that I had two warrants for my arrest, but knew exactly what to do in order to fix the situation. Attorney Rakhlin even went the extra mile by meeting me outside the courthouse prior to our court date, so I did not have to go in alone and scared. Attorney Rakhlin saved me, and more, he saved my impression for America. I was so impressed by his speech in the court, he always had the right answer when the other party tried to bring in more false proofs. His speech did not give them any chance, and the other party just looked at each other and didn't know what to do! With Attorney Rakhlin's expert help, I was able to have my cases dismissed!! Despite the issues I was having, thankfully God blessed me and I found Attorney Rakhlin! God sent him to save me! The last word I have is that, my only wish, May God Bless people, like the Attorney Rakhlin, to help the people, like me!! read more

Listen if you find yourself in a position where you need representation then please contact Irv Rakhlin. This man battled the state of Massachusetts for me and got my case thrown out. From the first meeting I had with him he told me tell me everything I don't want any surprises and he went through the entire police report and discovery with me and immediately started taking notes on everything and asking me a lot of questions. He explained everything in detail about what our options were what the possible outcomes were for what we were planning on doing. He never got flustered and there was nothing he couldn't handle that the courts threw at him. He filed motions to suppress the evidence in the case based on illegally detaining me and eventually got my case thrown out and for that My family and I will forever be grateful and thankful for his hard work and commitment to getting me the best possible outcome. I'm telling you this right now if you're reading this I've been in trouble with the law have been incarcerated and it's not what they ( the cops ) know , it's what they can prove. If you want someone who's going to fight for you and is a no nonsense type of guy I highly recommend Irv. This guy literally saved my life and stopped the state from trying to wrongly convict me. If you or anyone you know ends up in a bind call this guy and you'll see from the first meeting you're in good hands. read more

Of the NINE criminal defense lawyers I consulted with over the phone, ONE stood out. Irv Rakhlin is by far the person you want to have on your team when facing life-changing circumstances like those you experience in criminal court. I had never gotten in trouble before and rather than taking advantage of my ignorance in the legal world, Irv calmly and intelligently explained everything that could and could not go wrong after hearing my story. That being said, he gave me his full attention, called and arrived on time when needed, and reassured me every step of the process. One thing that stood out to me about Irv is his presence in the courtroom. He has the ability to talk to anyone with a humble confidence that is respected in the courtroom. He anticipates motions, rebuttals, etc BEFORE they occur and his strategy was always well communicated to me prior to attending court. He is very honest, whether the news is good or bad, and always has a plan to move forward, never backwards. Irvin's brilliance and ability to practice law is not all you receive with hiring him as your lawyer. His personal attributes and willingness to help is a part of the package, too. He truly made my biggest nightmare as easy as it could have possibly been. I highly recommend him without hesitation. read more

It is the most privileged thing to have the opportunity to say a good word towards lawyer Irvin Raklin. Highly professional skills, well informed, total involvement, perfectionist, interest in best results... these are just couple of characteristics that could describe his personality. During one year I had a really challenging period when I thought everything was against me. I was engaged in the fight between two courts, one of them being the criminal defense/OUI. To be sincere, the best choice I have ever done was to have Irv fighting for me. He did more than just "doing his job", he came personally to my case. He was every time next to me, even where he was not supposed to be, he was the very first person to look for better ways to fight my cases on the both courts. I am greatfull to Irvin for his devotion, for taking care of me that seriously, for winning the OUI case and as a result having the best scenario of the possible ones. If you ever happen to have problems related to the criminal defense/OUI/or any other like restraining, vehicle offenses, personal injury, don't hesitate to contact this brilliant lawyer, as he will fight to the end your case, he will put all the effort to win your case. I highly recommend to trust him. read more

Irv is a wonderful attorney. He is knowledgeable, compassionate, honest, and straightforward. Our case was complicated and involved highly sensitive issues. He took the time necessary to make sure my family and I were well-informed and understood our options. We really appreciated Irv's sincere, respectful, and non-judgmental approach that made us feel comfortable being open with him. He is a fierce advocate for his clients. We were extremely happy with his representation and the result he was able to achieve for us with as little emotional trauma to my family as possible. We are immensely grateful we had him on our side. I highly recommend Irv to anyone in need of a criminal attorney or help with a restraining order. read more

I had my motor vehicle registration revoked and got a clerk magistrate hearing. After speaking with Attorney Rakhlin, I felt like I was at the right place. The amount of knowledge he has on handling such cases reflected while he was explaining the situation to me. He asked me all the necessary questions to handle the case. Once I gave him all the documents he needed, from there on he took care of it. He represented me in the clerk magistrate hearing and the case was dismissed in a minute. I feel relieved and stress free because of him after this incident. I highly recommend Rakhlin Law to anyone who faces a similar issue. read more

I called Irv in a last minute panic literally an hour before I was due in court and he told me not to worry and that he would meet me at the courthouse. When I arrived he warmly introduced himself and explained how the process worked, told me my options and the possible outcomes. The whole ordeal was extremely scary and overwhelming but Irv did an amazing job at making me feel assured and comfortable. He did an incredible job in the courtroom as well and ended up getting my case dismissed and off my record. I will look to him for any further legal council and would absolutely recommend him to anyone seeking legal help. read more

I hired Attorney Rakhlin after my daughter was arrested for a DUI. Irv came highly recommended by a friend. This was a second DUI and we were very concerned. Irv reviewed all the evidence and believed we could win the case. He spent time explaining why he thought she could win. It was a long process with multiple hearings. Irv did an amazing job questioning the witnesses. He explained how each court appearance help him prepare for trial. Irv won the case for my daughter. I can't thank him enough. Irv is knowledgeable, professional, kind and caring attorney. I would highly recommend him to represent you. read more

Attorney Rakhlin was an amazing advocate. From our first meeting, he was attentive, respectful, and empathetic. He checked in with me regularly as my matter was being adjudicated. And when it came time for the trial, I felt completely prepared and knew I was in great hands. Most importantly, he was brilliant in the courtroom and secured the outcome I was hoping for. If you are looking for a lawyer to represent you in any type of litigation, including restraining orders, criminal defense, motor vehicle offenses, or personal injury, you cannot go wrong with Irv Rakhlin! I highly recommend him. read more

Irvin Rakhlin gets results! I hired Rakhlin law to handle my 2nd offense DUI. The circumstances of my case where complicated and not very promising. However Rakhlin Law saw my case all the way through trial and we won a NOT GUILTY verdict in Cambridge Court!! Not only that but during this case , my poor judgement got me slapped with ANOTHER charge of Oper. While Revoked in Malden. It all seemed so hopeless but Irvin Rakhlin was there for me all along and we got that case resolved as well!! No jail time. No plea deals! Amazing!! Thank You Irvin Rakhlin!!!! I have my life back! read more

From start to finish Irv was nothing but knowledgeable and professional. I had a very vague idea of what my particular situation was going to look like, but after speaking with Irv for only a few minutes I had a clear understanding of the situation and a plan on how to proceed. Throughout the case Irv was honest, realistic about expectations and reliable. He was easily reachable and made a chaotic situation seem much more controllable. I was completely satisfied with his services and would recommend highly to anyone. read more

Irv is world class. He obtained the result needed without being given the affidavit until we arrived in court and with less than a day to prepare. He was also kind, considerate, courteous, and compassionate toward everyone. He was skilled at knowing the ins and outs of the entire process and walked me through everything, including the pertinent history of prior cases that created the current legal climate affecting my case. All of his advice was spot on and correct. And his strategy successful. read more

Irvin was direct with me from the first conversation, which I thoroughly appreciate. I never felt any pressure from him at any time throughout our process. He heard my objections when trying to negotiate before trial and gave me alternative options. He also ensured I navigated out of my situation in a legal, fast, and efficient manner. Across the board he was professional, clear, concise, and empathetic to my claims. In the end, the court found in my favor. Thank you, Irvin! read more

rvin Rahklin represented my son in a traffic case, and I couldn't have asked for better support. He was kind, calm, and incredibly professional. What stood out was how grounded and straightforward he was--no drama, just solid advice and a clear plan. In court, it was clear the Magistrate respected him, which made a real difference. The outcome was better than we hoped for, and Irvin's presence and care throughout meant everything. Highly recommend! read more

i wish the experience that led me to hire Irvin were better, though I'm sure that's the start of any legal proceeding. Attorney Irvin Rakhlin was easily the best lawyer I could've hired this side of Boston, possibly in the state. He was incredibly professional, understanding, and understanding. When hiring him, you should remember that you're also paying for a lot of experience in these courts. I could not recommend a better defense attorney! read more

I retained Mr. Rakhlin after getting charged with OUI. I had reached out to a lawyer acquaintance and asked if he knew anyone who he would recommend. Mr. Rakhlin was recommended very highly. If another lawyer says "That's the guy I would get", then that's the guy you hire. He was extremely successful on my behalf, and was able to get my case dismissed. I would hire Irv again (but I don't plan on finding myself in the same situation again). read more

Innocent until proven guilty? Don't believe it. My court appointed attorney made matters much worse for me. So, I hired Ervin Rakhlin. An expert when it comes to Massachusetts law, this dedicated professional will make sure your rights are protected. In my case, I was spared a trial. When attorney Rakhlin got involved, my luck changed immediately. The Commonwealth, hell bent on putting me in jail, decided to drop the case. read more