Philip L. Arnel - Westwood, MA
Attorney at Law Office of Philip L. Arnel
Criminal Law Lawyers in Westwood, MA
355 Providence Highway (Route 1) Suite 100 Westwood, MA 02090
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"I cannot express enough gratitude for Attorney Phil Arnel and the truly life-changing work he has done for me. He worked an absolute miracle in court, updating and sealing my entire criminal record of 33 charges at once, as well as updating and..." "I cannot express enough gratitude for Attorney Phil Arnel and the truly life-changing work he has done for me. He worked an absolute miracle in court, updating and sealing my entire criminal record of 33 charges at once, as well as updating and sealing my entire FBI arrest record! These criminal charges had built up over years of addiction and disordered mental health. Now, thanks be to God, after more than 10 years being recovered from that hopeless state of mind and body and having completely amended my life, Phil told me he wanted to help restore my past and clear it up. I would not have been able to do this without his knowledge and help. I now understand how much of an investment this was in myself and has granted me the ability to not be burdened by my past so I can now build my family and future without worry of it sneaking back up to cause a disturbance! He followed through on that promise with compassion, dedication, and unmatched skill! He even kept my file open until I could gather the necessary finances and still gave me an incredible deal for the work he did. He completed everything efficiently and thoroughly, keeping me informed of every step along the way. His communication, professionalism, and mastery of this area of law are second to none! I truly believe Attorney Phil Arnel is the best lawyer in the country for this kind of work and you will not find it anywhere else. I am beyond grateful that God brought him into my life and thankful for the purposeful work he does to help those most in need of restoration and a second chance to regain their standing in society. If you are searching for someone who genuinely cares and delivers miraculous results, look no further than Attorney Phil Arnel, a true master of his craft and a blessing to all he helps."
Westwood Criminal Law Lawyer
Updated: 05/27/2026
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Verified ClientHired Attorney 2026We retained Mr. Arnel to represent our wrongfully charged 18-year-old son at the strong recommendation of a good friend who is also a Clerk-Magistrate. Phil was highly responsive and clearly explained the nature and severity of the criminal charge. We were naturally anxious, but Phil provided excellent perspective and support at every step, and he maneuvered to minimize our legal fees. Phil was professional and friendly yet a confidence-building bulldog in our corner. He thoroughly prepared us with an excellent map of the process. Our son was a college freshman and appeared via Zoom as arranged by Phil, yet Phil insisted on himself appearing in-person to assure that the court presentation and argument went smoothly. Prior to the Zoom hearing, Phil brought us into the setting and mood by texting pics of the courtroom and judge so that we could “walk in” mentally prepared. It was also reassuring that our experienced attorney knew the judge and their friendly and funny banter confirmed that Phil was highly respected, which put us even more at ease, as the judge adopted the awesome deal that Phil had spent nearly two months negotiating with the prosecutor. I would highly recommend Phil to anyone in need of a great legal advocate.
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Verified ClientHired Attorney 2026I have absolutely no regrets about hiring Attorney Phil Arnel. Phil was incredibly communicative, professional, and understanding throughout the entire process. He worked diligently on my behalf, kept me informed every step of the way, and ultimately achieved a very positive outcome in record time. I couldn’t be happier with the representation I received. Highly recommended!
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Verified ClientHired Attorney 2026We are so thankful for Phil and his expertise. He was absolutely amazing! From the moment we hired him, we knew that we were in the best hands possible. There is something to be said that during the time leading up to our court appointment, we did not have one regret or one worry about having Phil on our side. No matter what is thrown at him while in court, he thinks on his feet and what comes out of his mouth is pure magic!
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Verified ClientHired Attorney 2026Attorney Arnel and his team were excellent in dealing with my legal issue. He is extremely knowledgeable, persistent, and easy to work with. He worked diligently on my behalf and dealt with the frustration of slow responses from certain stakeholders. I would enthusiastically recommend Philip for any legal issues.
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Areas of Practice
- Criminal Law
- Assault & Battery
- Domestic Assault
- Restraining Order Violation
- Sexual Assault
- Sex Offenses
- Theft & Larceny
- Drug Possession & Distribution
- OUI, DUI, DWI
- Motor Vehicle Criminal Offenses
- Sealing & Expunging State Criminal Records (CORI)
- Updating/Correcting and Expunging FBI Arrest-Fingerprint Records
- Motor Vehicle Accidents -- Plaintiff
- Personal/Bodily Injury -- Plaintiff
- Car Accidents
- Uninsured Motorists
- Pedestrian Accidents
- Truck Accidents
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Recreational Vehicles
- Bicycle Accidents
- Carnival Accidents
- Amusement Park Accidents
- Construction Accidents
- Slip & Fall Cases
- Premises Liability
- Wrongful Death
- Restraining Orders – 209A Abuse Prevention Order
- Restraining Orders – 258E Harassment Prevention Order
- Expunging Records of 209A & 258E Orders
Litigation: 50%
Attorney Information
Overview
Philip L. Arnel was born on February 27, 1961 in Boston, Massachusetts. He concentrates his practice in the areas of criminal defense of both adults and juveniles, sealing and expunging state criminal records (“CORI”), updating/correcting and sealing/expunging FBI arrest-fingerprint records (Interstate Identification Index or “III”), civil litigation, personal/bodily injury (motor vehicle accidents, motorcycle accidents, bicycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, construction accidents, premises liability, recreational accidents, slip and fall cases, carnival accidents, amusement park accidents, etc.) and other negligence matters, wrongful death, defending against the issuance of restraining orders (209A Abuse Prevention Order and 258E Harassment Prevention Order), and expunging records of 209A and 258E orders. He is admitted in good standing to practice in both the Massachusetts state and federal courts.
Mr. Arnel graduated cum laude from the University of Massachusetts in 1983 with a major in electronic communications and a minor in business administration. He also received a First Class Radiotelephone Operator License from the Federal Communications Commission. Upon his graduation from college and for the next ten years, he designed and sold industrial roofing systems and attended evening law school during the last four years of this occupation. Mr. Arnel also possesses an Unrestricted Construction Supervisor License from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Public Safety.
In 1994, Mr. Arnel graduated on the Dean's List and was awarded his Juris Doctorate from the New England School of Law in Boston. He was a recipient of the New England Scholar Award. He founded his own private law practice in 1994 and to date has documented his certified attendance at 174 training seminars (689.25 total credit hours), a claim that he confidently challenges any other practicing attorney to match. Mr. Arnel has been a member of the Massachusetts Bar Association, Boston Bar Association, Norfolk County Bar Association, Plymouth County Bar Association, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys and The American Association for Justice.
Mr. Arnel envisions his law practice as a litigation-oriented full service law office with extensive experience in both criminal and civil matters and an emphasis on providing legal services in the most cost-effective, efficient and results-oriented manner. Having earned a solid reputation for his intense and relentless style, Mr. Arnel's take-charge and cut-to-the-chase approach has enabled him to successfully represent thousands of clients in various legal forums. Refusing to ever sell any client short, Mr. Arnel will persevere and grind insurance adjusters, opposing counsel, prosecutors and judges alike to obtain the best possible results for the client; for the satisfied client is undoubtedly his best source for future referrals. Unprofessional, disinterested, discourteous and frustrating lawyers seemingly being at the top of their intolerable peak in recent years, you will take comfort in knowing that every telephone call will be promptly returned, that your case will be the most important, and that you will receive the same respect and consideration that Mr. Arnel expects and commands. Always.
Education
Legal Education
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New England Law,
Boston,
Massachusetts, 1994
J.D.
Honors: Dean's List
Honors: New England Scholar Award
Non Legal Education
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University of Massachusetts,
Amherst,
MA,
USA, 1983
B.A.
Honors: cum laude
Major: Electronic Communications
Minor: Business Administration
Bar Admissions
- Massachusetts, 1994
- U.S. District Court District of Massachusetts, 1994
Specialties and Certifications
- First Class Radiotelephone Operator License, Federal Communications Commission
- Unrestricted Construction Supervisor License, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Public Safety
Other Affiliations
- Massachusetts Bar Association
- Boston Bar Association
- Norfolk County Bar Association
- Plymouth County Bar Association
- Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys
- American Association for Justice
Contact
355 Providence Highway (Route 1)
Suite 100
Westwood, MA 02090
Phone Number: 888-651-2150
Email: Send a message
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 to 5; evenings and weekends by appointment
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