Atty. Robert A. Backus
Robert A. Backus is a lawyer practicing administrative law, environmental law, personal injury and 2 other areas of law.
Administrative Law & More Attorney · Serving Manchester, NH · 62+ Years Experience
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About Robert A. Backus at a Glance
Robert A. Backus is a Member based in Manchester, New Hampshire, practicing at Backus Meyer And Branch Llp. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Their practice focuses on personal injury, environmental, government, and adr. Admitted to practice in New Hampshire (1964). Educated at Harvard University (LL.B., 1964) and Wesleyan University (B.A., 1961). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Manchester and New Hampshire and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Manchester, NH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert A. Backus
- Robert A. Backus is a lawyer practicing administrative law, environmental law, personal injury and 2 other areas of law
- Robert A. received a B.A. degree from Wesleyan University in 1961, and has been licensed for 62 years
- Robert A. practices at Backus, Meyer & Branch, LLP in Manchester, NH
Practice Areas Explained
Robert A. Backus's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert A. Backus handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Manchester.
Personal Injury in Manchester
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.
Robert A. Backus is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New Hampshire →
Environmental Law in Manchester
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
Robert A. Backus is one of 55,977 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in New Hampshire →
Government & Administrative Law in Manchester
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Robert A. Backus is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in New Hampshire →
Mediation & Arbitration in Manchester
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Robert A. Backus is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in New Hampshire →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Manchester
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 Manchester 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.
Manchester Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Manchester-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 Manchester Choose Robert A. Backus
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 Robert A. Backus's practice in the field of personal injury, environmental, government, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert A. Backus brings 62+ 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 personal injury, environmental, and government, Robert A. Backus can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Manchester
A Manchester-based practice means Robert A. Backus 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 Robert A. Backus Handles in Manchester
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert A. Backus 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 Robert A. Backus directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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