Av. Michele E. Kenney

Av. 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.

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Profile Summary

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). Serands clients in Portsmouth, NH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

Hakkında

  • 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 Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michele E. Kenney handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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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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 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 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 Michele E. Kenney

Where is Michele E. Kenney's law office located?
Michele E. Kenney's law practice is located in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. The firm is Pierce Atwood LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michele E. Kenney handle?
Michele E. Kenney focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Hampshire.
Where did Michele E. Kenney go to law school?
Michele E. Kenney earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Michele E. Kenney for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michele E. Kenney received?
Michele E. Kenney's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation.

Uzmanlık Alanları

Eğitim

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 2002
B.A.
University of Chicago
- 1996

Ödüller

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026

Bar Admissions

New Hampshire, New Hampshire Bar Association

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