John P. Sherman
About John P. Sherman
John P. Sherman is a lawyer based in Portsmouth, NH and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2021. John P. Sherman is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Portsmouth, New Hampshire
- Employment Law - Individuals
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Sherman Law PLLC
Education: American University Washington College of Law, J.D., graduated 1993
Location: Portsmouth, NH
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