Atty. Michael A. Ricker
Michael A. Ricker is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, business disputes, employment law and 35 other areas of law.
Business Disputes & More Attorney · Serving Portsmouth, NH · 30+ Years Experience
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About Michael A. Ricker at a Glance
Michael A. Ricker is a divorce, wrongful termination, dui/dwi, contracts, and sexual harassment attorney based in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in New Hampshire (1996). Educated at New England School of Law (J.D., 1996) and University of New Hampshire (B.A., 1992). Serves clients in Portsmouth, NH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael A. Ricker
- Michael A. Ricker is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, business disputes, employment law and 35 other areas of law
- Michael A. received a B.A. degree from University of New Hampshire in 1992, and has been licensed for 30 years
- Michael A. practices in Portsmouth, NH
Practice Areas Explained
Michael A. Ricker's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael A. Ricker handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portsmouth.
Divorce in Portsmouth
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Wrongful Termination in Portsmouth
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DUI / DWI Defense in Portsmouth
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Contracts in Portsmouth
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Sexual Harassment in Portsmouth
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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 Michael A. Ricker
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 Michael A. Ricker's practice in the field of divorce, wrongful termination, dui/dwi, contracts, and sexual harassment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael A. Ricker brings 30+ 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 divorce, wrongful termination, and dui/dwi, Michael A. Ricker 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 Michael A. Ricker 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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