Meredith Lawyers

I understand that problems addressed in family law are unlike those in any other legal field. Family law cases involve what matters most: you, 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...

Portsmouth, New Hampshire criminal defense attorney James Reis started out at the New Hampshire Public Defender in 2000. Throughout the years, Jim has steadfastly protected the rights of nearly four thousand clients. He has represented clients charged with offenses ranging from traffic infractions and DWIs to sexual assaults and murder. Jim recognizes that being charged with a crime can be terrifying and that the criminal justice “process” is daunting to clients who find themselves in the gunsights of the government. Jim excels at uncovering defenses, researching novel issues, and pursuing effective avenues of litigation.

Jim is masterful in the courtroom,...

The Breault Law Office is a general practice firm located in Southern New Hampshire. I am dedicated to providing clients with ethical, affordable, and competent legal representation. I provide clients with personalized attention in representation and counseling. From minimizing legal troubles before they happen, to resolving issues and disputes after they have arisen, your unique need will be the focus of the attorney/client relationship. I practice primarily in the areas of estate planning and family law.

Amanda Steenhuis focuses her practice on estate planning, guardianships, and probate and trust administration. Amanda is a client-centered attorney dedicated to helping individuals and families create comprehensive estate plans tailored to their goals and needs. She has shaped her practice on a foundation of a decade of litigation, which guides her in counseling clients on the best way to achieve their goals, such as avoiding probate, caring for an incapacitated loved one, or administering an estate layered in complexities or discord. Amanda grew up in Kentucky, studied at the University of Louisville, and graduated from Cornell Law School. Amanda’s experiences, both...

Attorney Patrick Donovan has more than 17 years of trial court experience litigating criminal and civil cases in the state and federal courts of New Hampshire and Massachusetts. As a former New Hampshire Department of Justice homicide prosecutor, and a private practitioner, Attorney Donovan has tried dozens of high profile, complex cases, as well as countless DWI/OUI, felony, misdemeanor and small business and commercial disputes. We pride ourselves in delivering the experience and knowledge of a large firm, with the efficiencies and attention of a small firm.

After managing the Public Defenders office for 5 years I opened my New Hampshire based Law Office practicing exclusively Criminal Defense in State and Federal Court. I accept cases in New Hampshire and Northern Massachusetts. I have participated in extensive further training in criminal defense matters including a 30 day trial tactics and jury persuasion course in Dubois Wyoming held by nationaly known trial attorneys including Gerry Spence, Roy Black and Albert Kregor. I have been asked by the New Hampshire Criminal Defense Association to assist in the training of lawyers on topics such as DWI defense, Drug Defense and...

Attorney Starbranch began his legal career in New Hampshire in 1989 as a Strafford County Superior Court Prosecutor. From 1989 to 1997, he taught the cutting-edge techniques associated with criminal cases to law enforcement and other prosecutors. Since 1997, attorney Starbranch has been in private practice, focusing on the defense of citizens charged with committing crimes throughout New Hampshire in District, Superior and Federal Courts.
Areas of Practice:
Criminal Defense
DUI/DWI
Drug Crimes
Sex Offenses
Assault Charges

Past Employment Positions
Deputy Strafford County Attorney;...

I'm Brian J. Stone. I was born in Tangier, Morocco, and raised in a family that valued travel and cultural experiences, which instilled in me a deep appreciation for diversity and a broad worldview. After serving eight years in the U.S. Army, including a deployment to Iraq, I pursued a college education and eventually a career in law with the intent of making a meaningful impact by helping people through strong legal advocacy. My military background has profoundly influenced my approach to legal practice. I am committed to being veteran-friendly, LGBTQ-friendly, and providing inclusive services to all clients, regardless of sex,...

Keith A. Dias is an Attorney and Counselor at Law admitted to practice in before all NH Courts. Attorney Dias is focused largely on Family law matters and routinely handles cases involving divorce, parenting issues, child support, alimony, property division, paternity, adoption, guardianship and domestic violence. he also handles all probate matters. Attorney Dias uses the common-sense approach and makes every effort to cost-effectively resolve the matters he handles. Attorney Dias is an aggressive trial lawyer when the need arises. Dias Law, PLLC is a client-centered practice. Each individual matter is unique, so Attorney Dias gets to know his clients on...

Peter W. Bennett is a Nashua Attorney practicing law at the law firm of Winer & Bennett, LLP, located in Nashua, New Hampshire. Peter Bennett has nearly 40 years of experience, specializing in the practice area of business law. Peter advises clients in matters of contract disputes, company policies and procedures, mergers and acquisitions, and more. Call Winer & Bennett, LLP today for a consultation with Peter Bennett.

Christopher E. Ratte is an attorney licensed to practice law in New Hampshire and Maine with over ten years of legal experience. Mr. Ratte is a sole legal practitioner and a principal owner of Beacon Title & Escrow Services, LLC. His legal practice concentrates on commercial and residential real estate matters, small business start-up and counseling, and civil litigation in state and federal court. Beacon Title is a licensed title insurance agency providing real estate closing services for banks and other mortgage lenders. Mr. Ratte's key to success is his personalized client service and creative problem solving approach to the...

I am an experienced trial lawyer who has been representing clients in New Hampshire since 1989. With three decades of presenting cases to judges, juries, and hearing examiners, I have provided hundreds of clients with vigorous and cost-effective services. I have learned that clients need a lawyer who can offer them strong negotiating skills while at the same time be trial ready. This combination of skills – being a powerful, effective negotiator while also knowing how to try cases persuasively – is what every client deserves when they hire a lawyer. Weintraub LAW in Nashua, NH provides experienced, affordable legal...

The largest concentration of my professional time is spent advising clients and parties on complex litigation and ADR as an attorney advocate/counselor and as a neutral certified as both a mediator and an arbitrator by the New Hampshire Office of Mediation and Arbitration. My professional focus has increasingly been on personal injury risk exposure and claims analysis as well as continuing my litigation practice in both the state and federal court systems. A growing percentage of my professional time is now spent guiding sophisticated clients through prelitigation counseling, assisting them in analyzing risk exposure and claims valuation. In my over thirty years...

Practicing since 1996 in the North Country of New Hampshire. Attorney Roberts focuses her practice on family law, providing representation in divorce, parenting rights and responsibilities and child support.

Welts, White & Fontaine, P.C., 29 Factory Street/P.O. Box 507, Nashua, NH 03061-0507
Telephone: (603) 883-0797; Fax: (603) 883-8925; E-Mail: gthompson@lawyersnh.com; Website: www.lawyersnh.com

Education: University of NH (BA Economics 1979); Suffolk University Law School (JD 1987); Boston University School of Law (LLM Banking 1991)

Professional Licenses: Admitted to the Bar of NH (1990); Admitted to the Bar of MA (1987); Admitted to U.S. Federal District Courts – NH (1990) and MA (2013)

Work History: Welts, White & Fontaine, P.C. (1991 – Present); Private Practice (1989-1991); Weymouth Savings Bank, Weymouth, MA (1979-1989)

Professional Affiliations: NH...