Edward "Ed" Cotton

James Callahan is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Banking and Finance Law, Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) and Real Estate Law. James practices law in Peterborough, New Hampshire Best Lawyers has recognized James Callahan since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which James Callahan is held ...

K. Garth Corriveau is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law and Real Estate Law. K. Garth practices law in Manchester, New Hampshire Best Lawyers has recognized K. Garth Corriveau since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which K. Garth Corriveau is held by other lawyers.

A founding shareholder of the firm, Michael leads the Litigation Practice Group, specializing in business and commercial litigation matters, defense of medical malpractice actions, and advising medical doctors and practices in a variety of legal matters. He is an accomplished trial lawyer in New Hampshire and Massachusetts state and Federal courts, and brings extensive experience to the investigation, evaluation, settlement or trial of major cases. Michael is a skilled litigator, effective ne...

Mark W. Dean is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Energy Law, Energy Regulatory Law and Utilities Law. Mark W. practices law in Manchester, New Hampshire Best Lawyers has recognized Mark W. Dean since 2005. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Mark W. Dean is held by other lawyers.

Bill concentrates his practice on tax-exempt financing transactions, land use and zoning, and commercial real estate transactions. He has served as counsel to borrowers, purchasers, and issuers in connection with the issuance of over a billion dollars in tax-exempt bond financings. In addition to serving as general counsel to the New Hampshire Health and Education Facilities Authority, Bill has represented a wide range of borrowers, including schools, colleges, universities, hospitals, and nu...

Bradford "Brad" Cook is head of the firm’s Estate Planning and Probate, Government Relations and Not-for-Profit, Charitable and Religious Institutions Practice Groups. He is a past President of the firm and has practiced with Sheehan Phinney since 1973. Brad represents many colleges and schools, religious organizations throughout New England, and hospital, nursing home and other charitable and other not-for-profit clients, and practices general corporate law. He writes a regular column,...

Jen Moeckel devotes her practice exclusively to assisting employers in complying with state and federal laws during all phases of the employment relationship, and defending employers in discrimination and other employment law claims. Jen has substantial experience in background checks and hiring; non-compete and non-disclosure agreements; wage and hour laws and payroll compliance; employee handbooks and policies; conducting training for managers and employees; managing leaves of absence and r...

Joseph G. Mattson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Health Care Law, Insurance Law and Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants. Joseph G. practices law in Manchester, New Hampshire Best Lawyers has recognized Joseph G. Mattson since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Joseph G. Mattson is held by other lawyers.

Christina Simpson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Immigration Law. Christina practices law in Manchester, New Hampshire Best Lawyers has recognized Christina Simpson since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Christina Simpson is held by other lawyers.

Dave serves as President and Managing Director of the firm. He also maintains an active practice. Dave represents firm clients in state and federal courts, arbitration and administrative proceedings. He routinely handles trade secret, non-competition, predatory hiring, discrimination, retaliation and whistleblower, wrongful termination, and healthcare related matters. He also frequently helps businesses and executives navigate employment separations. Dave is a certified mediator who serves in...