Top best L Lawyers in Portsmouth | 151 available

We understand that problems addressed in family law are unlike those in any other legal field. Family law cases involve what matters most: your children, and your future. Our firm handles only family law cases so that we can provide the specialized and dedicated representation that our clients require. We then tailor our services so as to meet the unique needs of each client. This often begins with educating our clients about the numerous choices available, and then helping them determine which is best for themselves and their family. For some, mediation or a collaborative approach provides the optimal path forward; for others, litigation is the clear choice. Once our clients choose a process, we guide and support them step by step throughout their case. Through experience, compassion, and respect we strive to help each client find the best way to resolve their conflict. Please browse our site to learn more about the different process options, our areas of practice,our experience, and resources available to help you.

We represent people whose sense of dignity has been diminished by injury, bankruptcy, divorce, or disaster. We care about our clients and our goal is to achieve justice for them and renewed hope for the future.. As husbands and fathers ourselves, we are deeply aware that the affliction of one member affects the entire family. In the course of our work we have sat at hospital bedsides, vistied homes of those who cannot travel, and answered midnight calls of distressed clients.. We pledge to serve you with that same dedication, if you choose us to represent you.

Portsmouth, New Hampshire criminal defense attorney Kevin O'Keefe has represented thousands of clients in all areas of criminal law. Before establishing Reis & O'Keefe, Kevin handled every type of case from DWIs to major felonies including homicides as an attorney with the New Hampshire Public Defender.. A New Hampshire native, in 2009 Kevin returned to New Hampshire to practice law in his home state after gaining education and experience around the country. He began his legal career at the Broward County Public Defender in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Trial was a daily occurrence in this urban area where, for two years, Kevin spent every day in court and tried dozens of cases. He won acquittals in his first three cases, including two DWIs.. Kevin has ridden the bus with homeless clients in Miami and played badminton with military generals at the Pentagon. He knows that every client and every person has unique motivations and goals and he will see those through to the end with honesty, respect, and a tenacious desire to win.. No one can control what another human being will decide. Kevin provides straightforward advice, representation, and candor to everyone. He will not over-promise you results. Instead, he will fight to get you the best possible result.. You can rest assured that, when you hire him, you are in good hands. In a fast paced trial practice, there is no time to sugar coat and no tolerance for the unprepared. Kevin’s experience in New Hampshire and Florida is unmatched. He is often called on to pass his knowledge to other lawyers; typically presenting on panel jury selection.. Kevin captained, then coached, the UNH tennis team prior to law school. He attended Roger Williams University School of Law in Rhode Island and clerked at the Pentagon for the United States Air Force, conducting administrative analysis and assisting in criminal investigations.. Kevin is an avid surfer and can be found in the ocean at dawn year-round. He loves sports and graduated with a Master’s in Sports Administration from the University of Miami (FL).

Ms. Lacoste was born in Massachusetts and in early childhood moved to New Hampshire where she has lived since. She graduated from Notre Dame College with a BA in Paralegal Studies in 1996 and earned her law degree in 2003. She was admitted to theNew Hampshireand Massachusetts Bars and the U.S. District Court for the District of New Hampshire in 2004, to the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts in 2009 and in 2010 was admitted to the United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit.. For the last 20 years Laurie has worked for law firms in New Hampshire and Massachusetts. Since her admission to the New Hampshire and Massachusetts Bars in 2004, Ms. Lacoste has represented clients in civil litigation, personal injury, medical malpractice, workers' compensation, family law, employment law and probate litigation while working at a prominent New Hampshire Seacoast law firm and as well as her own practice located in Portsmouth.. Laurie's colleagues describe her as "an excellent attorney committed to doing first rate legal work" and as someone who "has a passion for the law and the legal process second to none.". Ms. Lacoste is a member of the American Bar Association, Massachusetts Bar Association, New Hampshire Bar Association, New Hampshire Association for Justice and Strafford County Bar Association.

Many of the best small business attorneys have had their own experiences as entrepreneurs and business owners. As an attorney with an advanced business degree (UNH M.B.A.), a former communications consultant, marketing professional and web designer, I understand the concerns of operating and growing a business. My goal is to help you develop and implement your strategies for success, while leaving your worries about legal liabilities to me.. As a client of The Buck Law Firm, P.C., you will receive personalized attention that simply can't be matched by larger and more expensive firms. Rather than one of a thousand clients, you may be one of ten or twenty. Customer satisfaction is the most important value of this firm, and that shows through the time taken to get to know you and your business. Just read the reviews from former clients.. Call me at 865-1918 for a free consultation.. Here are examples of some of the services you might choose from:

Kirsten Wilson is a nationally-respected trial lawyer and former New Hampshire state and county prosecutor. Kirsten represents individuals and businesses in criminal matters in state and federal courts.. She servied for over twelve years as a Senior Assistant Attorney General for the State of New Hampshire and Assistant County Prosecutor in Rockingham County, New Hampshire. She has successfully tried hundreds of major criminal cases including  murder, sex crimes and drug offenses. Kirsten led the team that prosecuted the first capital murder case tried in New Hampshire since 1959. She has practiced at two of New Hampshire’s most-respected law firms handling civil and criminal defense matters and has argued numerous appeals before the New Hampshire Supreme Court.. Kirsten has served as a legal analyst for FoxNews and appeared frequently as a legal commentator on major legal news stories. Several of her prominent murder cases have been featured on the Discovery ID Channel, and she continues to serve as a commentator on additional cases. She previously served as an adjunct faculty member in Plymouth State University’s criminal justice department teaching Constitutional Law. In 2009 she was recognized as one of New Hampshire’s brightest young achievers with a record of professional and volunteer accomplishments in the Union Leader’s “40 Under 40”. She is a recipient of the Board of Governor’s National Award from the Association of Government Attorneys in Capital Litigation.. She is a contributing author to A Practical Guide to Evidence in New Hampshire (2012 and 2021) published by MCLE New England.. Admitted to practice in New Hampshire and Massachusetts as well as the First Circuit Court of Appeals, Kirsten graduated on the Dean's List from New England School of Law in 1997 and received her undergraduate degrees at Miami University, in Oxford, Ohio.

John began his legal career as an attorney in Washington D.C. where his practice focused on representing educational institutions in litigation in federal court and before various government administrative agencies.  John returned to New England in 1997 to join one of New Hampshire’s largest law firms, Devine, Millimet & Branch, where he rose through the ranks to become a partner.. In 2005, John started his own firm that in 2007 became Sherman Law, PLLC located in beautiful downtown Portsmouth, New Hampshire.  Through this experience, John has learned many of the issues first-hand that small businesses must face. These range from hiring and terminating employees to handling payroll and finances. He now uses both his legal knowledge and personal experience to counsel and represent a broad array of clients that includes both businesses and individuals.. His work on behalf of local businesses includes counseling and risk management in the areas of employment and labor law.  In addition to litigating wrongful termination and sexual harassment claims, he counsels businesses on how to draft and enforce severance agreements, covenants not to compete, and non-solicitation agreements.. Having represented zoning and planning boards for many years, John also represents clients who need assistance in the areas of real estate, land use, and zoning.  He similarly utilizes his construction litigation background to represent homeowners, developers, contractors, and subcontractors in construction related matters such as negligent supervision claims and OSHA violations.. In the past, National insurance companies hired John to represent their insureds in personal injury actions and also to defend the companies in bad faith, misrepresentation, breach of contract, and consumer protection act claims.  Since most personal injury cases are resolved through negotiation between an attorney and an insurance company representative, John’s knowledge and understanding of the industry greatly benefits the firm’s personal injury clients such as those who have experienced sexual assault, sexual abuse, traumatic brain injury, wrongful death, dog bites, and automobile accidents.. John graduated from St. John’s Prep in Danvers, Massachusetts.  He then received his BA degree in Political Science from Boston College.  He was a cum laude honors graduate of the American University Washington College of Law.  He sat for and passed three bar exams: Virginia, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire.  He actively practices at present throughout New Hampshire and Massachusetts.

I work under a seasoned employment and labor law litigator who was an Associate General Counsel at a Fortune 100 company heading its labor and employment law practice.. I represent clients in both state and federal court in New Hampshire and am part of a father/son legal team with more than 45 years of combined experience specializing primarily in employment law matters. The firm takes a pragmatic approach to its cases whether it be a reasonable accommodation action or a suit for wrongful termination.. I specialize in employment law ranging from drafting, editing and interpreting employment contracts, non-compete agreements, severance agreements, employee benefit plans as well as ERISA issues.  Other topics I counsel on include employee privacy, employment discrimination, wrongful termination, retaliation, whistle blowing, and sexual harassment.. Employment law requires a lawyer to not only have expertise in the practice area, but also to be able to relate to clients in a personable and realistic manner. I am dedicated to the client, whether an employer or employee aiming to provide the client with the most favorable outcome. I seek to communicate with the client at every stage of the representation.

I have been practicing law for over 25 years. I began my legal career in New Hampshire in 1989 as a Strafford County Superior Court Prosecutor. Since 1997, I have been in private practice, focusing on the defense of citizens charged with committing crimes throughout New Hampshire in District, Superior and Federal Courts.

I am a lawyer who specializes in elder law and estate planning.

Heather Neville practices in both state and federal court in New Hampshire and Maine. Her practice focuses on civil litigation, employment law, personal injury and real estate. She also devotes significant time to probate litigation and workers’ compensation matters.

For nearly 30 years, Attorney Sven Wiberg has been the Portsmouth criminal defense lawyer clients choose for effective, reliable legal service. With a Distinguished® Rating from Martindale-Hubbell® and a long list of satisfied clients, he has earned a reputation for handling cases with care, helping many clients to have their charges reduced or dropped altogether. If you were charged with DUI or some other serious criminal offense, contact Wiberg Law Office, PLLC today and schedule your free consultation. They can help you review the charges and evidence filed against you to help you make the best use of the legal options you have available. Now is the time to get started. Protect your future by calling today.

Eric Tolbert Kilchenstein devotes much of his practice area to the legal interests of businesses and corporations, and is also a highly successful real estate attorney. He has represented all types of businesses, from small and local to large corporations. He is also an active advocate for condominium and homeowner’s associations, real estate holding companies, and non-profit organizations.

DWI, OUI, superior and district court cases, domestic violence, habitual offender, all motor vehicle/license cases, felonies, misdemeanors and violations, as well as divorce/domestic relations are the areas of practice for Attorney Albert Hansen.  Al Hansen is a 1991 graduate of Bates College, followed by a law degree from Delaware Law School in Wilmington, Delaware.  He is licensed by exam in Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts. Previously, Al worked as an assistant county attorney prosecuting cases for the government.  He now represents individuals as a criminal defense attorney and family law attorney in New Hampshire, Maine, and Massachusetts.  Al has extensive courtroom experience with numerous jury trials under his belt.  He is a member of the New Hampshire and Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, National College of DUI Attorneys, and is the former Vice Chair of the NH Bar Association Family Law Section.  Al brings a broad level of experience to his firm, representing individuals and families in criminal, juvenile, and family law matters since 1997.  Attorney Hansen lives near Portsmouth/Kennebunk with his wife and two children.  In addition to spending time with family, Al enjoys skiing, cycling, and backpacking.  In 1992, Al successfully "through-hiked" the entire length of the 2,157 mile long Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine.  He brings a compassionate and energetic approach to all cases he handles.

Coming to the Oast & Taylor team with valued legal experience, Ms. Smith adds significant skill and talent to our practice. Certified as an Elder Law Attorney (CELA) by the National Elder Law Foundation (NELF), she offers clients exceptional legal assistance in the areas of Elder Law, Estate Planning, Estate and Trust Administration, Asset Protection Planning, Special Needs Planning, Long-term Care Planning and Veterans Benefits Planning.. Ms. Smith is a twenty year veteran of the United States Air Force. Her ongoing work with veterans in our community includes the preparation, presentation and prosecution of claims for veterans benefits with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Recognized for her service by Virginia Super Lawyers Magazine in 2008, Ms. Smith was named a Rising Star for her work in all of her areas of specialty.

Atty. T. Michael Sullivan focuses his practice on Estate Administration, Elder Law and Estate Planning, serving clients in New Hampshire, Essex County, and Middlesex County.  Atty. Sullivan is a graduate of the University of New Hampshire and New England School of Law.. Michael has been selected as a Thomson Reuters Super Lawyers Rising Star each year from 2016 through 2022.  He is a Member of the New Hampshire Bar Association, Board Member of the Rockingham County Bar Association, Memeber for the Lawrence Bar Association, a past President of the Merrimack Valley Estate Planning Council, a Board Member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, New Hampshire Chapter, and a member of the New Hampshire Estate Planning Council.. Michael is frequently asked to lecture by organizations including Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, Estate Planning Groups, Financial Planners, Nursing Homes, Assisted Living Facilities, and Senior Groups.  His lecture topics include Elder Law, Guardianships, Probate Law and Administration and Special Needs Trusts.. Attorney Sullivan is also a contributing author to the MCLE New England Publication "A Practical Guide to Probate in New Hampshire".. When not at the office, Michael enjoys spending time with his wife Leslie, their son Conor, and dog Sadie.

Attorney Timothy Wheelock combines over 34 years of experience with state-of-the-art technology to provide his clients with professional, effective legal representation of the highest quality.  Attorney Wheelock is dedicated to his clients and to achieving their goals.

Attorney Richard E. Clark of the Law Office ofRichard E. Clark, LLC is located in Portsmouth NH. Mr. Clark focuses his practice incriminal defense, personal injury, divorce and civil litigation. He is admittedto practice law in New Hampshire and Massachusetts. Mr. Clark is a privatecontract criminal defense attorney appointed to the Newburyport District Court. He iscertified in criminal defense representation by the Commonwealth of MA, EssexCounty Bar Advocates.  Attorney Clark isa member of the National College for DUI Defense, and the Essex County Bar Advocates Criminal Defense. Mr. Clark is a graduate ofthe Massachusetts School of Law (2002) and Franklin Pierce College (1998). Hecan be reached at or NHseacoastLawyers.com.

Attorney Coughenour is a partner of Rainboth, Coughenour & Lown, PA and his areas of concentration are Personal Injury and Workers' Compensation. He regularly appears in Courts throughout New Hampshire and Maine, but spends the majority of his time appearing before the NH Department of Labor. Attorney Coughenour has built a reputation for vigorous and compassionate advocacy on behalf of his clients and has been recognized by SuperLawyers as a "Rising Star" in the field of workers' compensation since 2019. He was also recognized by Best Lawyers in the field of worker's compensation in 2025.. Attorney Coughenour graduated Cum Laude from the University of New Hampshire, majoring in Political Science and minoring in Justice Studies. While attending UNH during the day, Attorney Coughenour attended the NH Police Academy at night. He earned his Police Certificate in 2007 and went on to work as an auxiliary police officer for the City of Portsmouth. While working as a police officer, Attorney Coughenour attended law school at the Massachusetts School of Law and graduated in 2011.. Attorney Coughenour is a member of the New Hampshire Bar Association and the New Hampshire Association for Justice. He previously served on the board of directors for the New Hampshire Association for Justice and the Southeast New Hampshire Habitat for Humanity.. Attorney Coughenour is a lifelong New Hampshire resident and is active in community activities. In addition to spending time with his family, he is an avid sports fan and enjoys attending Red Sox games. He currently lives in Portsmouth, NH with his wife and four children.

Attorney Christopher Keenan has been practicing general law for 33 years in the seacoast of New Hampshire and Southern Maine.