Atty. Ellen Purcell
Ellen Purcell is a lawyer practicing employment law, social security disability, mental health law. Ellen received a B.A. degree from University of New Hampshire in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years.
Employment Law & More Attorney · Serving Portsmouth, NH · 23+ Years Experience
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About Ellen Purcell at a Glance
Ellen Purcell is a Member based in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, practicing at Purcell Law Office, PLLC. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on employment, ssd, and health care. Admitted to practice in New Hampshire (2003). Educated at University of New Hampshire School of Law (J.D., 2003) and University of New Hampshire (B.A., 2000). Active member of New Hampshire and American Bar Associations New Hampshire Womens Bar Association. Serves clients in Portsmouth, NH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ellen Purcell
- Ellen Purcell is a lawyer practicing employment law, social security disability, mental health law
- Ellen received a B.A. degree from University of New Hampshire in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years
- Ellen practices at Purcell Law Office, PLLC in Portsmouth, NH
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Ellen Purcell's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ellen Purcell handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portsmouth.
Employment Law in Portsmouth
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Ellen Purcell is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New Hampshire →
Social Security Disability in Portsmouth
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
Ellen Purcell is one of 26,311 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in New Hampshire →
Health Care Law in Portsmouth
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
Ellen Purcell is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in New Hampshire →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Portsmouth
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 Portsmouth 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.
Portsmouth Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Portsmouth-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 Portsmouth Choose Ellen Purcell
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 Ellen Purcell's practice in the field of employment, ssd, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ellen Purcell brings 23+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, ssd, and health care, Ellen Purcell can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Portsmouth
A Portsmouth-based practice means Ellen Purcell 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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Common Legal Issues Ellen Purcell Handles in Portsmouth
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Ellen Purcell has experience with under New Hampshire law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Ellen Purcell directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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