Familiarized Representation for Clients & Out-of-State Lawyers

Figuring out New Hampshire's legal landscape requires in-depth knowledge of what makes its laws, procedures, and case precedents unique. Upton & Hatfield, LLP offers comprehensive local counsel services for out-of-state attorneys and clients who need experienced representation in New Hampshire courts and administrative agencies, including the New Hampshire Commission for Human Rights.

How We Can Help You with Our Local Knowledge

Our attorneys serve as trusted local partners who provide invaluable insights into local rules, procedures, laws, and customs that can significantly impact your case. Rather than spending precious time and resources to try to gain all this local knowledge for yourself, let our New Hampshire attorneys take care of your case and all its steps on your behalf. Remember: Our local counsel services are designed to help clients and out-of-state attorneys alike. If you are a lawyer in another state who has a client in New Hampshire who needs dependable legal representation, we’d be honored to hear from you.

When you choose Upton & Hatfield, LLP as local counsel, you can gain:

• In-depth knowledge of New Hampshire courts: Our attorneys appear regularly before state and federal courts and administrative agencies throughout New Hampshire. We understand the nuances of each venue's procedures and expectations.
• Experienced local counsel: Our attorneys are experienced as local counsel who are recognized statewide. We have represented clients in a wide variety of matters as local counsel including commercial disputes, consumer protection, contract law, employment law, environmental law, intellectual property, Multi-District Litigation (MDL), product liability, wage/hour disputes, and much more. We have also served as local counsel at all stages of litigation, from assisting with service to post-trial appeals, we are prepared to be your partner at every step.
• Strategic partnership: When necessary, our attorneys are ready to work collaboratively with lead counsel. Although we might be brought onto a case at a point later than the very beginning, we still treat them as if they were our client all along and fight for the best possible outcome.

Our Local Counsel Approach

New Hampshire courts and agencies expect local counsel to be an active partner when handling a case or lawsuit. To this end, we do far more than just sign pleadings. We work with you at every stage of the case so that the representation of the client meets the procedural and substantive expectations of New Hampshire courts and agencies.

Why Choose Upton and Hatfield

With offices strategically located throughout New Hampshire, our firm combines the resources of a substantial state-wide presence with the personalized attention and local knowledge that clients and co-counsel value. Our attorneys are integrated into the New Hampshire legal community and bring decades of collective experience to every case. With a teamwork approach and pooled knowledge, we are always available to help when clients and legal peers need it the most.

Contact our office today at (603) 634-9560 to discuss how Upton & Hatfield, LLP can serve as your trusted local counsel in New Hampshire.