Frequently Asked Questions
Below you will find information that might help you understand how to find things or learn about information you might need to know about your city or town.
Law Department
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No. The Agawam Law Department does not represent individuals in private legal matters. Attorneys in the office represent City departments, boards and elected officials in the course of their "business" as City entities. Private legal matters must be handled by attorneys retained by the individual.Law Department
Referrals for legal assistance dealing with private or personal matters may be obtained through the following Massachusetts Bar Association sources:
- Main Office
20 West Street
Boston, MA 02111-1204
Phone: 617-338-0500
- Springfield Office
73 State Street
Springfield, MA 01103
Phone: 413-731-5134 -
The Agawam Law Department represents the Town of Agawam by defending it in lawsuits, advising the Mayor, the City Council, Boards and Agencies as they make decisions and draft local laws. The District Attorney’s Office engages in criminal prosecution of felonies, misdemeanors and infractions.Law Department
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No. The Agawam Law Department is not an investigative agency. Crimes must be reported to your local law enforcement agency, usually the Agawam Police Department:Law Department
- Emergency Phone: 911
- Non-Emergency Phone: 413-786-4767 -
Various courts have jurisdiction for the Town of Agawam. The following State Courts:Law Department
- Hampden County Superior Court
50 State Street
P.O. Box 559
Springfield, MA 01102-0559
Phone: 413-748-7889
- Housing Court for Western Massachusetts
37 Elm Street
Springfield, MA 01103
Phone: 413-748-7838
- Westfield District Court
224 Elm Street
Westfield, MA 01085
Phone: 413-568-8946