Atty. Michele E. Kenney
Michele Kenney is the Partner-in-Charge of the firm’s Portsmouth, NH, office and a member of the Litigation Practice Group. She enjoys a diverse commercial litigation practice and appears regularly in federal and state courts in New Hampshire.
Commercial Litigation Attorney · Serving Portsmouth, NH
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About Michele E. Kenney at a Glance
Michele E. Kenney is a business and litigation attorney based in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, practicing at Pierce Atwood LLP. Admitted to practice in New Hampshire, New Hampshire Bar Association. Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 2002) and University of Chicago (B.A., 1996). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Serves clients in Portsmouth, NH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michele E. Kenney
- Michele Kenney is the Partner-in-Charge of the firm’s Portsmouth, NH, office and a member of the Litigation Practice Group
- She enjoys a diverse commercial litigation practice and appears regularly in federal and state courts in New Hampshire
- Michele represents multinational corporations, medium and smaller-size businesses, individuals, and national and regional financial institutions in a wide range of disputes, involving, for example, issues of fiduciary duty, fraud, breach of contract, business torts, unfair trade practices, competition, trade secrets, as well as employment claims and claims under New Hampshire's Consumer Protection Act
- Michele's litigation practice also includes probate matters and land use appeals
Practice Areas Explained
Michele E. Kenney's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michele E. Kenney handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portsmouth.
Business & Corporate Law in Portsmouth
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation 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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Why Clients in Portsmouth Choose Michele E. Kenney
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 Michele E. Kenney's practice in the field of business and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business and litigation, Michele E. Kenney 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 Michele E. Kenney 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 Michele E. Kenney Handles in Portsmouth
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