Attorney · Serving Manchester, NH · 44+ Years Experience
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About Catherine E. Shively at a Glance
Catherine E. Shively is a Sr. Coun. based in Manchester, New Hampshire. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in New Hampshire (1982) and U.S. District Court, District of New Hampshire (1982). Educated at Franklin Pierce Law Center (J.D., 1982) and George Washington University (B.S., 1976). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Manchester, NH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Catherine E. Shively
- Catherine E. Shively is a lawyer
- Catherine E. received a B.S. degree from George Washington University in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years
- Catherine E. practices in Manchester, NH
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Manchester
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 venue, 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.
Manchester Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Manchester-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Manchester Choose Catherine E. Shively
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Catherine E. Shively's practice.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Catherine E. Shively brings 44+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Hampshire and U.S. District Court, District of New Hampshire, Catherine E. Shively can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Local Presence in Manchester
A Manchester-based practice means Catherine E. Shively attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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