Atty. Peter E. Jensen
Peter E. Jensen is a lawyer practicing personal injury, real estate, trusts and estates and 2 other areas of law.
Personal Injury & More Attorney · Serving Portsmouth, NH · 53+ Years Experience
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About Peter E. Jensen at a Glance
Peter E. Jensen is a Member based in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, practicing at Peter E. Jensen. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on trusts, personal injury, business, real estate, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1973) and New Hampshire (1982). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1970) and Northeastern University (B.S.B.A. Northeastern, 1953). Active member of New Hampshire and Massachusetts Bar Associations New Hampshire Trial Lawyers Association Massachusetts Academy of Trial Lawyers. Serves clients in Portsmouth, NH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter E. Jensen
- Peter E. Jensen is a lawyer practicing personal injury, real estate, trusts and estates and 2 other areas of law
- Peter received a B.S.B.A. degree from Northeastern University in 1953, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Peter practices at Peter E. Jensen in Portsmouth, NH
Practice Areas Explained
Peter E. Jensen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter E. Jensen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portsmouth.
Trusts in Portsmouth
Peter E. Jensen is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in New Hampshire →
Personal Injury in Portsmouth
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.
Peter E. Jensen is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New Hampshire →
Business & Corporate Law in Portsmouth
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Peter E. Jensen is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New Hampshire →
Real Estate Law in Portsmouth
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Peter E. Jensen is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New Hampshire →
Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in Portsmouth
Peter E. Jensen is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall 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 Peter E. Jensen
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 Peter E. Jensen's practice in the field of trusts, personal injury, business, real estate, and slip & fall.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter E. Jensen brings 53+ 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 Massachusetts and New Hampshire, Peter E. Jensen can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, personal injury, and business, Peter E. Jensen 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 Peter E. Jensen attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Peter E. Jensen Handles in Portsmouth
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Peter E. Jensen 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 Peter E. Jensen directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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