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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...

William F. Gramer is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. William F. practices law in Manchester, New Hampshire Best Lawyers has recognized William F. Gramer since 2021. 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 William F. Gramer 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...

Joshua Scott is a principal and office litigation manager in the Portsmouth, New Hampshire, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. Joshua at once prioritizes legal knowledge with empathetic client service, guiding his clients through the labyrinth of employment law, ensuring that they are not only legally protected, but also feel supported. A combination of litigation experience, practical advice, and personal dedication make him an invaluable ally to his clients throughout their employment law journey...

Gareth Orsmond focuses his practice on commercial real estate, land use, environmental, and energy matters in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. His practice encompasses transactional work, permitting, and litigation. Gareth started his career as an environmental and land use lawyer before building his commercial transactional practice. This background enables him to negotiate and implement complex real estate deals while resolving challenging environmental and land use issues.

William C. Baker is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. William C. practices law in Dover, New Hampshire Best Lawyers has recognized William C. Baker 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 William C. Baker is held by other lawyers.

Nancy E. Oliver is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Nancy E. practices law in Portsmouth, New Hampshire Best Lawyers has recognized Nancy E. Oliver 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 Nancy E. Oliver is held by other lawyers.

James O’Shaughnessy focuses his practice on the representation of public school districts, school boards, and other educational institutions, including charter schools and private schools. As leader of the firm’s New Hampshire school law group, Jim’s practice involves the full spectrum of school law matters, including board representation and governance, school district and SAU organization and budgets, cooperative and regional school district issues, school district annual ...

Margaret E. Probish is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Finance Law and Real Estate Law. Margaret practices law in Manchester, New Hampshire Best Lawyers has recognized Margaret since 2020. 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 Margaret is held by other lawyers.

Pierre A. Chabot is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants. Pierre A. practices law in Manchester, New Hampshire Best Lawyers has recognized Pierre A. Chabot since 2024. 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 Pierre A. Chabot is held by other lawyers.