Brockton, MA

Paul d’Oliveira

Founding Attorney Paul d’Oliveira has over 30 years of experience in personal injury law in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. He founded the firm, expanding it to 19 offices. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Creighton University and a Juris Doctor from Suffolk University. His pre-med and psychology backgrounds provide a strong foundation for understanding injuries and counseling clients. Mentored by Robert T. Karns, he focuses on marketing and website development to ensure clients can easily find answers and receive top-notch service and settlements. His primary challenge involves managing a large team across numerous locations.

Joel H. Schwartz

Joel H. Schwartz is a personal injury attorney who has been helping accident victims in Massachusetts for decades. Having graduated Suffolk University Law School in 1964, Joel H. Schwartz has devoted the majority of his life to ensuring injured victims get justice for their injuries. Attorney Joel H. Schwartz focuses on automobile accidents, general liability, workers’ comp cases, and litigation - which allows him to produce results clients need. When he isn’t advocating for the rights of injured victims, attorney Schwartz enjoys playing golf, jogging, weight training, and serving the community. He believes in his community and invests his time helping causes such as the American Heart Association, American Cancer Society, Muscular Dystrophy Association, and the Rashi School. Joel H. Schwartz is dedicated to serving both his community and injured victims throughout Massachusetts, and he can help you too!

David Reservitz

David Reservitz was born and raised in Brockton and has lived and worked in Massachusetts his whole life. He attended Northeastern University and the University of Massachusetts School of Law where he was awarded the prestigious Keating Scholarship. After working as a prosecutor and a criminal defense attorney, he began focusing on personal injury law in the 1990’s. Over the last 25 years, he has obtained millions of dollars for his clients and achieved numerous awards. Attorney Reservitz was elected President of the Pilgrim Bar Advocates in 1998 fighting to protect the rights of low-income people. In 2008, he was elected President of the Plymouth County Bar Association and served as one of the longest standing Presidents. He also served on the governing Board of the Brockton Boys and Girl’s Club which welcomes 300 children per day, providing tutoring, wellness programs and healthy meals. Attorney Reservitz is recognized in the Massachusetts courts due to his frequent appearances. In 2009, Attorney Reservitz was appointed to the Massachusetts Bar Association Joint Bar Committee (JBC) which helps select state Judges. He held that position until 2012 when he was appointed by Governor Deval Patrick to the State Judicial Nominating Committee (JNC). Known for his friendly and approachable personality, Attorney Reservitz delivers top results to his clients. The main feature that sets him apart from the competition is his trial record. Many attorneys who advertise ironically do not have actual trial results in the local courts. The insurance companies track this information and know that Dave Reservitz has repeatedly forced them to trial in the eastern Massachusetts courts and won. As a result, they place a higher value on his claims to avoid litigation. This results in a higher prompt settlement.

John M. Vlassakis

Having recovered millions of dollars worth of compensation for his clients, John M. Vlassakis is a personal injury lawyer at Joel H. Schwartz, P.C., who has the knowledge and experience necessary to get results. Mr. Vlassakis graduated from Suffolk University Law School with his Juris Doctorate in 1988. He got his start with Joel H. Schwartz, P.C., a few years before that, in 1986. Since then, Mr. Vlassakis has developed a staunch reputation as a relentless litigator - a fitting skill since he is the head of the litigation department at the law firm. From car accidents to workers’ comp, John M. Vlassakis has the experience necessary to get his clients the compensation they need and deserve.

D. Robin Gouveia

Attorney D. Robin Gouveia has over 27 years of experience practicing personal injury law, exclusively representing plaintiffs. Prior to her legal career, she spent 8 years as a claims adjuster for Trust Insurance Company, providing her with invaluable insight into insurance company operations and negotiation tactics. She works with clients across numerous offices in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. She earned her law degree from the University of Massachusetts School of Law in 1997 and a bachelor's degree from the University of Massachusetts in 1989. Her daily responsibilities include client communication, medical record review, negotiation with insurance adjusters, and preparing for legal proceedings. She enjoys helping clients cope with trauma, connecting them with medical providers, and effectively negotiating settlements. Her biggest challenge is addressing property damage in the early stages of a case.

Managing partner Steven A. Schwartz has been assisting injured victims in Boston and throughout Massachusetts for many years. Focusing on auto accidents, general liability, workers’ comp, and litigation, attorney Steven A. Schwartz has forged a reputation for being a tough negotiator and an even tougher litigator. Whether you were hit by a car while walking or riding your bike, injured in a slip and fall accident, or hurt on the job, Steven A. Schwartz will work diligently to get you the full and fair compensation you deserve. Contact us today for a free consultation.

Gerald J. Noonan

Gerald J. Noonan is a Brockton, Massachusetts Criminal Defense Trial Lawyer with over 50 years of experience. He served as an Assistant District Attorney in Plymouth County, prosecuting hundreds of cases and achieving an 80% conviction rate. He obtained the first conviction in Massachusetts for Violation of Civil Rights with Bodily Harm. He also handled a landmark case involving parental rights to a surrogate child. He has successfully tried over 250 criminal defense cases, specializing in sex offenses, and has never lost a trial in this area. He is a former teacher and elected school committee member and assessor.