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Kevin F. Dugan is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Kevin F. practices law in Manchester, New Hampshire Best Lawyers has recognized Kevin F. Dugan since 2006. 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 Kevin F. Dugan is held by other lawyers.

Frank has 40+ years experience in litigating commercial cases. Much of his practice is devoted to construction matters, where he regularly represents owners and developers, contractors, suppliers, sureties and lenders at every level of the construction process. Frank also handles all types of contract disputes, shareholder and partnership issues, antitrust and trade regulation matters, real estate controversies and lender liability cases. He has extensive experience in arbitrations and trials...

Rebecca S. Kane is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Real Estate Law. Rebecca S. practices law in Manchester, New Hampshire Best Lawyers has recognized Rebecca S. Kane since 2023. 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 Rebecca S. Kane is held by other lawyers.

Anna Cole delivers well-informed, creative advice to support employers, including schools and colleges, municipalities, private entities, and Tribal Nations, as they navigate the ever-changing landscape of labor and employment laws. Co-Leader of the firm’s Labor and Employment Practice Group, Anna represents employers in collective bargaining negotiations, contract administration, and grievance and arbitration proceedings. Additionally, she represents employers before the state and fede...

Christine M. Craig is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Consumer Protection Law, Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. Christine M. practices law in Dover, New Hampshire Best Lawyers has recognized Christine M. Craig since 2019. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recogniti...

James "Jim" Shirley is a senior member of the litigation department and serves as the firm’s general counsel. He has successfully handled litigated cases in state and federal court in New Hampshire and in neighboring jurisdictions for over 35 years. Over time, he has focused on matters involving commercial disputes, professional negligence, product liability, toxic torts, real estate and insurance coverage. In addition, Jim has been active throughout his career in promoting lawyer conti...

Elana Baron is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Elder Law. Elana practices law in Keene, New Hampshire Best Lawyers has recognized Elana Baron 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 Elana Baron is held by other lawyers.

Pam represents individuals in divorce, domestic relation issues and Hague Convention cases. As an advocate in court and a steady counselor, Pam assists her clients in the complex areas of divorce and domestic relations law. Pam is also a New Hampshire Certified Marital Mediator so she conducts mediation in a private setting and is regularly appointed as a mediator in different family courts. She also has a background in environmental law and wrote an amicus brief for a New Hampshire Supreme C...

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...

Mark Beaudoin represents developers, landowners and investors in all aspects of commercial real estate transactions, including land use and environmental permitting. My focus My practice focuses on assisting clients with the acquisition, financing, permitting, leasing and disposition of commercial real estate. The industries with which I work vary from commercial real estate developers and health care facilities to energy providers and telecommunication companies. ACQUISITION, FINANCING AND D...