Salisbury Lawyers

Welts, White & Fontaine, P.C., 29 Factory Street/P.O. Box 507, Nashua, NH 03061-0507
Telephone: (603) 883-0797; Fax: (603) 883-8925; E-Mail: gthompson@lawyersnh.com; Website: www.lawyersnh.com

Education: University of NH (BA Economics 1979); Suffolk University Law School (JD 1987); Boston University School of Law (LLM Banking 1991)

Professional Licenses: Admitted to the Bar of NH (1990); Admitted to the Bar of MA (1987); Admitted to U.S. Federal District Courts – NH (1990) and MA (2013)

Work History: Welts, White & Fontaine, P.C. (1991 – Present); Private Practice (1989-1991); Weymouth Savings Bank, Weymouth, MA (1979-1989)

Professional Affiliations: NH...

More than 35 years representing people charged with crimes. Representation in all New Hampshire courts and the federal courts.

Mike Iacopino represents individuals and businesses in criminal cases including investigations, trials, and appeals. In business law, he represents individuals and businesses subject to regulation, investigation, and prosecution by administrative agencies. He also represents individuals injured due to the negligence of others.

Mike represents clients in every court in the state and before numerous administrative agencies. He is often called upon to train other lawyers in the art and science of trial advocacy. He has served and continues to serve as a leader...

Over 30 years of experience as zealous advocate for the injured, focusing primarily on motor vehicle crash injuries and workplace injuries

At DiBella Law, located in the heart of Boston, Massachusetts, our founding partner, Attorney Christopher DiBella, brings an unparalleled depth of knowledge to the practice of personal injury and wrongful death cases. With a storied history stretching nearly two decades, DiBella Law has become synonymous with trust and efficacy in handling complex legal battles across Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Our firm's commitment to utilizing the latest technology enhances our capabilities to manage cases efficiently while maximizing client outcomes. Under the esteemed leadership of Attorney DiBella, our firm is decorated with numerous accolades. These honors underscore his mastery in the field and...

Attorney Hansen's practice areas include DWI and criminal defense, divorce and family law, as well as civil litigation, including court-approved factoring transactions. He graduated from Bates College in 1991 and Delaware Law School in 1996. He is licensed in NH, ME, and MA. As a former prosecutor and criminal contract attorney for NH and ME, Al has extensive courtroom experience with numerous jury and non-jury trials under his belt. He is a member of the NH, ME, and National Associations of Criminal Defense Lawyers, National College for DUI Defense, as well as the NH Bar Association's...

Throughout his career, Joe's represented clients in hundreds of cases ranging from negligent homicide and aggravated sexual assault to juveniles charged with unlawful possession of alcohol. Joe doesn't back down, so whether you're securing your liberty from the State or standing up for your personal interests, Call 603-728-8918 for a free consultation.

In 2009, Kevin O’Keefe returned to New Hampshire to practice law in his home state after gaining education and experience around the country. Kevin began his legal career at the Broward County Public Defender in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Trial was a daily occurrence in this urban area where for two years, Kevin spent every day in court and tried dozens of cases. Kevin won acquittals in his first three cases including two DWIs. Applying this invaluable trial experience, Kevin continued to secure favorable outcomes for thousands of clients in New Hampshire.
In the fast paced...

Kirsten Wilson is a nationally-respected trial lawyer and former New Hampshire State and County prosecutor. Kirsten represents individuals and businesses in civil and criminal matters in state and federal courts.

She served for over twelve years as a Senior Assistant Attorney General for the State of New Hampshire and Assistant County Prosecutor in Rockingham County, New Hampshire. She has successfully tried hundreds of major criminal cases including murder, sex crimes and drug offenses. Kirsten led the team that prosecuted the first capital murder case tried in New Hampshire since 1959. She has practiced at two of New Hampshire’s most-respected law...

John began his legal career as an attorney in Washington D.C. where his practice focused on representing educational institutions in litigation in federal court and before various government administrative agencies. John returned to New England in 1997 to join one New Hampshire’s largest law firms, Devine, Millimet & Branch, where he rose through the ranks to become a partner. In 2005, John started his own firm that in 2007 became Sherman Law, PLLC located in beautiful downtown Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Through this experience, John has learned many of the issues first-hand that small businesses must face. These...

Christine G. DeBernardis earned her BS in Psychology and Law at the College of New Jersey (formerly Trenton State College) in 1996. She continued her education at the New England School of Law in Boston, Massachusetts, where she earned a Juris Doctor in 1999. Attorney DeBernardis was admitted to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in 1999, the U.S. District Court of Massachusetts in 2003 and the State of New Hampshire in 2007.

Attorney DeBernardis is a member of the Essex County Bar Advocates, Inc., Essex County Bar Association, and the Newburyport Bar Association and a,panel attorney for the Appellate Division...

New Hampshire Attorney Ryan Russman specializes in drunk driving (DWI/DUI) cases, personal injury law, criminal and estate litigation law. Russman Law Offices is a highly qualified law firm with a long and impressive record, and where every client is treated with the utmost respect. Attorney Russman is dedicated to ongoing education to help his clients win their cases. In the area of DWI, for example, he is a certified Evidentiary Breath Alcohol Technician, Field Sobriety Instructor and Practitioner, and a graduate of the National College for DUI Defense. Attorney Russman’s emphasis on procedural knowledge has helped him to successfully defend clients...

I have been representing plaintiffs injured by physicians and other defendants for over 25 years.

Earl has practiced law in New Hampshire for over forty years. In 1973, Earl received his law degree from the University of Florida Law School, where he was a member of the Law Review and the Order of the Coif. Following law school, he was a law clerk for the Florida Superior Court, and taught constitutional law and legal writing at his alma mater. Before entering private practice, Mr. Kalil served in the United States Air Force Judge Advocate General Corps for five years. Today, Earl focuses on personal relationships with clients by providing guidance, legal knowledge and closure to...

Jillian’s practice is focused on commercial and consumer collections, including commercial and residential foreclosures and representation of secured and unsecured creditors in bankruptcy. She has successfully collected over a million dollars in debts for businesses, individuals and large institutions in a prompt and efficient manner. Jillian also practices civil litigation, personal injury, landlord-tenant and environmental law. She handles cases on a contingency or hourly fee basis. Jillian advises all of her clients on general business and legal matters and takes pride in delivering prompt and efficient results.

Prior to joining Kalil & LaCount, Jillian’s practice focused on tax liens,...

Portsmouth, New Hampshire criminal defense attorney James Reis started out at the New Hampshire Public Defender in 2000. Throughout the years, Jim has steadfastly protected the rights of nearly four thousand clients. He has represented clients charged with offenses ranging from traffic infractions and DWIs to sexual assaults and murder. Jim recognizes that being charged with a crime can be terrifying and that the criminal justice “process” is daunting to clients who find themselves in the gunsights of the government. Jim excels at uncovering defenses, researching novel issues, and pursuing effective avenues of litigation.

Jim is masterful in the courtroom,...

Michelle has been practicing law in the state of New Hampshire since 1990 with an emphasis on commercial real estate law and business law. She has represented commercial banks and other lenders in numerous loan transactions. For her clients she has handled complex construction and term loans, loan workouts, restructurings, foreclosures and evictions. Projects include secured loans on student housing, apartment complexes, mixed-use, office, and commercial retail developments. She is experienced in the 1031 exchange process which offers significant benefits to commercial real estate developers and investors. The 1031 exchange process permits the deferral of taxes while allowing for...

Joe represents both businesses and individuals in a variety of litigation and transactional matters though a significant portion of his practice is devoted to complex trusts and estates. His expertise includes asset protections, special needs, Medicaid, and specialized trusts for clients and probate administration. Joe helps clients achieve their goals by listening closely to their individual needs.

Prior to joining Kalil & LaCount, Joe’s practice focused on representing creditors in commercial litigation matters and real estate law. During law school, Joe attended an intensive program at the University of Rome focused on Alternative Dispute Resolution and Negotiating International Business Transactions. He...

Iona Evans is passionate about helping people implement estate planning and legal strategies to maximize long-term results. Iona focuses her practice on advising clients with multiple assets and revenue streams to help them to minimize their tax burden and avoid potential liability. This work encompasses complex trust and estate planning, business structuring, and succession planning. Iona is also a skilled litigator who brings her considerable experience to bear in estate and trust-related conflicts to bring about efficient and satisfactory resolutions to complex problems.
Iona has over fifteen years of experience as an attorney advising clients, negotiating and drafting contracts, and fully...

After managing the Public Defenders office for 5 years I opened my New Hampshire based Law Office practicing exclusively Criminal Defense in State and Federal Court. I accept cases in New Hampshire and Northern Massachusetts. I have participated in extensive further training in criminal defense matters including a 30 day trial tactics and jury persuasion course in Dubois Wyoming held by nationaly known trial attorneys including Gerry Spence, Roy Black and Albert Kregor. I have been asked by the New Hampshire Criminal Defense Association to assist in the training of lawyers on topics such as DWI defense, Drug Defense and...

Christopher E. Ratte is an attorney licensed to practice law in New Hampshire and Maine with over ten years of legal experience. Mr. Ratte is a sole legal practitioner and a principal owner of Beacon Title & Escrow Services, LLC. His legal practice concentrates on commercial and residential real estate matters, small business start-up and counseling, and civil litigation in state and federal court. Beacon Title is a licensed title insurance agency providing real estate closing services for banks and other mortgage lenders. Mr. Ratte's key to success is his personalized client service and creative problem solving approach to the...