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Find Employment Lawyers Near You in Portsmouth, NH

Compare employment lawyers in Portsmouth. Review contact information and practice areas before you decide.

6 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Portsmouth, NH
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Showing 6 employment lawyers in Portsmouth, NH Listings are displayed in no particular order and are not ranked by BeforeAttorney. Order does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement of any attorney.
Rainboth, Coughenour & Lown, PA
439 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 431-1993 nhtrialattorneys.com
Sherman Law, PLLC
111 Bow St #2, Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 570-4837 johnshermanlaw.com
Cann Law, P.C.
1 New Hampshire Ave #125, Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 241-1145 cannlawfirm.com
New Hampshire Employee Rights Group
170 Commerce Way #200, Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 334-4093 employeerightsgroup-newhampshire.com
Lyons Law Offices PA
2904, 1 New Hampshire Ave #235, Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 431-5144 lyonslaw.net
McLane Middleton, Professional Association
1 New Hampshire Ave Suite 200, Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 436-2818 mclane.com

What Does a Employment Lawyer in Portsmouth Cost?

Employment lawyers in New Hampshire typically charge hourly rates between 250 and 500 dollars. Some offer free initial consultations. Contingency fee arrangements are common in discrimination and wrongful termination cases, where the lawyer takes a percentage of any settlement or award, often 33 to 40 percent. Costs vary by case complexity and attorney experience. This is general information, not legal advice.

* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of employment cases do Portsmouth lawyers handle?
Portsmouth employment lawyers handle cases involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour violations, and breach of employment contracts. They also advise on non-compete agreements and severance negotiations.
What is the time limit to file a discrimination claim in New Hampshire?
In New Hampshire, you must file a charge of discrimination with the New Hampshire Commission for Human Rights within 180 days of the alleged act. For federal claims under Title VII, the deadline is 300 days.