Atty. Stephen M. Bennett

Atty. Stephen M. Bennett

Steve has extensive experience in municipal law, employment and labor law, planning and zoning and school and special education law, having served as counsel for the City of Nashua for 17 years. He is also an experienced trial court litigator and appellate court counsel.

Manchester Manchester 47 J. Erfahrung 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen M. Bennett at a glance

Stephen M. Bennett is an Of Counsel based in Manchester, New Hampshire, practicing at Wadleigh, Starr & Peters, P.L.L.C.. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on employment, real estate, education, and government. Admitted to practice in New Hampshire (1979), U.S. District Court, District of New Hampshire (1979), and Supreme Court of the United States (2011). Educated at Ohio Northern University J.D. (—) and American University B.A. (—). Active member of MEMBERSHIPS & AFFILIATIONS •New Hampshire Bar Association •New Hampshire School Board Association •Member, Town of Mont Vernon Planning Board •Merrimack Valley Beekeepers. Serands clients in Manchester, NH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Steve has extensive experience in municipal law, employment and labor law, planning and zoning and school and special education law, having served as counsel for the City of Nashua for 17 years
  • He is also an experienced trial court litigator and appellate court counsel
  • Steve has successfully defended municipal employers against claims of wrongful discharge, discrimination, harassment and wage and hour violations
  • Steve has counseled municipal and school boards, committees and commissions on an array of legal questions, including issues on the right-to-know law, ethics conflicts and violations, collective bargaining and employee and student discipline
  • He has provided training for municipal employers and employees regarding sex discrimination and sexual harassment and assisted in the investigation of such claims
  • As the lead negotiator for public employers, he has negotiated numerous collective bargaining agreements and successfully defended these employers at grievance arbitrations and unfair labor practice hearings

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen M. Bennett's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen M. Bennett handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Hampshire

Practicing law in New Hampshire. Legal matters in New Hampshire are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Manchester are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Hampshire state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Hampshire brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New Hampshire courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephen M. Bennett

Where is Stephen M. Bennett's law office located?
Stephen M. Bennett's law practice is located in Manchester, New Hampshire. The firm is Wadleigh, Starr & Peters, P.L.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen M. Bennett handle?
Stephen M. Bennett focuses on employment, real estate, education, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Hampshire.
How long has Stephen M. Bennett practiced law?
Stephen M. Bennett has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Stephen M. Bennett go to law school?
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How can I contact Stephen M. Bennett for a consultation?
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Education

Ohio Northern University J.D.
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American University B.A.
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Bar Admissions

New Hampshire
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, District of New Hampshire
Admitted: 1979
Supreme Court of the United States
Admitted: 2011

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