Atty. Michael J. Atkins

Atty. Michael J. Atkins

Michael has more than 30 years of legal experience representing and helping individuals, businesses and institutional clients to include in regard to complex Civil and Commercial litigation matters on their behalf. Michael has been privileged to represent and provide effective legal counsel to individuals, families and businesses ranging from start-ups, closely held or family owned to Fortune 500 Companies.

Peterborough Peterborough 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael J. Atkins at a glance

Michael J. Atkins is a Partner based in Peterborough, New Hampshire, practicing at Shaheen & Gordon, P.A.. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on personal injury, real estate, litigation, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New Hampshire (1989), New York (1990), and Massachusetts U.S. District Court for the District of New Hampshire (1990). Educated at Western New England College School of Law (J.D., 1989) and Siena College (B.S. Marketing, 1986). Active member of Nashua, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, New York State and American Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America New Hampshire Trial Lawyers Association (Member, Board of Governors) Sports Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Peterborough, NH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael has more than 30 years of legal experience representing and helping individuals, businesses and institutional clients to include in regard to complex Civil and Commercial litigation matters on their behalf
  • Michael has been privileged to represent and provide effective legal counsel to individuals, families and businesses ranging from start-ups, closely held or family owned to Fortune 500 Companies
  • Michael has significant and broad litigation experience having successfully conducted numerous Trials, Arbitrations and Administrative hearings related to business and commercial matters, property disputes and significant personal injuries
  • In addition to being admitted to practice in the States of New Hampshire, Massachusetts and New York, Michael is a Member of the Sports Lawyers Association and has served as General Counsel to an Atlantic League of Professional Baseball franchise and also represented professional athletes and NCAA Governed institutions
  • Michael is also certified as a Mediator and Arbitrator and continues to actively serve in those capacities for various disputed matters each year
  • Professional and Community Involvement • Greater Nashua NAACP, Member of Board of Directors and Executive Committee • The Peterborough Players, Member of Board of Trustees and Executive Committee • Child Advocacy Center-Hillsborough County, former member of Board of Directors and Executive Committee • Neighborhood Housing Services, former President of Board of Directors and member of Executive Committee • Sports Lawyers Association • New Hampshire Association of Justice, former Member of Board of Governors • Certified Mediator and Arbitrator

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J. Atkins's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael J. Atkins handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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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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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 Peterborough 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 Michael J. Atkins

Where is Michael J. Atkins's law office located?
Michael J. Atkins's law practice is located in Peterborough, New Hampshire. The firm is Shaheen & Gordon, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J. Atkins handle?
Michael J. Atkins focuses on personal injury, real estate, litigation, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Hampshire.
How long has Michael J. Atkins practiced law?
Michael J. Atkins has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Michael J. Atkins go to law school?
Michael J. Atkins earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S. Marketing, 1986).
How can I contact Michael J. Atkins for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Western New England College School of Law
- 1989
B.S. Marketing
Siena College
- 1986

Bar Admissions

New Hampshire
Admitted: 1989
New York
Admitted: 1990
Massachusetts U.S. District Court for the District of New Hampshire
Admitted: 1990

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