Heather Sekella

Heather Sekella

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 26 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Manchester, NH
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Alimony ... +2 more

763 Chestnut St, Manchester, NH

About Heather

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Child Custody 10%

(except abuse and neglect matters)

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New Hampshire for 26 years

State: New Hampshire

Acquired: 1999

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Location

Sekella Law, PLLC

763 Chestnut St, Manchester, NH, 03104

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Heather Sekella's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Sarah and Eric | October 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Simply the BEST!!!!

I want to start by saying Heather Sekella and her team, are simply the best. My child custody and name change case was one that had many ups and downs, and unexpected twists and turns that lasted over 2 years. My case meant the world to my family and Heather treated it like that every day during the ...two year period. If I counted them all, I am sure I emailed Heather thousands of times with concerns and questions, many of which were out of worry. Each time Heather along with her paralegal Amanda Gillman responded quickly, providing clarification and knowledge all while alleviating my worry. The most important thing to me was the way Heather personally handled my case. We weren't just some client to her, we were important and each meeting we had, including appearances in front of the judge were handled with the same personal care and professionalism. Also, she had such a positive reputation with the court and others in her field that even the judge in our case expressed feelings of wanting to work with Heather more often. I can say that when I was looking for a lawyer I was lost and not sure what to look for. What drew me to Sekella Law was a review I read about Heather's professionalism and personal touch. I could not thank the person that wrote that review enough because it led me to Heather. I hope that this review helps others to have the same confidence in choosing a lawyer as I did when choosing Heather. Heather will give you the professionalism, expertise and unbelievable amount knowledge to handle any kind of case. The hard work she put into my case made all the difference in the world. My family and I will forever be grateful!

Posted by Chad | August 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Knowledgable and professional...

I hired Sekella Law Firm for my divorce case and was VERY happy. Heather was on time, communicative and was not afraid to fight for me. She never sugar coated anything but explained the facts. She made me feel like my case was the only one that mattered. Whenever I sent an email I had a response wi...thin 48 hours. She arrived early for all my court appearances and her court room performances were both confident and aggressive. I would recommend her to anyone who had a divorce that is either simple, cut and dry or complicated, involved and volatile. She can handle it all.

Posted by Brian | July 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Took the time!

Attorney Sekella helped me with a very, very messy child support case after I was told by another attorney that it was what it was and the court would not work with me. I went to Sekella Law and sat down with Attorney Sekella for almost two hours and she took the time to listen to everything that I h...ad to say and didn't just assume my situation was the same as everyone else's. Amanda was great and kept me in the loop on everything that was going on from start to finish. In the end Attorney Sekella was able to explain why my situation was different and presented all the evidence to make the courts agree. I would HIGHLY recommend her and the team at Sekella Law to anyone.

Posted by Michael | July 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

AMAZING SERVICE!!

I don’t know if I can find the right words to describe the service I received from Heather and her entire team! From the day I met her for my initial consultation I felt like I was a part of a family, not business. I went through a not so easy custody battle, and Heather did so much to help me and ...my daughter which we have an outstanding relationship with the time I get to have with her thanks to the hard work and dedication Heather did for me! Not only did she do an amazing job what I found wonderful is how she randomly reaches out to see how things are going! Between personal and business I work with a lot of lawyers (not all bad reasons hahaha) and Sekella Law has a very special place in my heart. Owning my own family business it is important not to treat your customers like they are just a number but to treat them like family! You won’t be disappointed by hiring this heartwarming, family oriented business!

Posted by Kimberly | July 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Compassionate, Honest and Dedicated

While facing the most trying time of my life, Heather’s name was brought to me. It was stated, “As long as she is on your side, you’re all set. If you are on the opposing side, I’d be concerned for you. She is damn good.” I decided to sit down with her and share my story. She listened intently and to...ok notes. She didn’t sugar coat the situation for me, but was honest stating that she couldn’t guarantee the outcome but she would do her best to help me gain custody of my children. I didn’t need someone to tell me what I wanted to hear, but someone that would be honest, compassionate and determined to help us and that is exactly how she was. Throughout the time we spent together on my case, she was not only my attorney, but became my confidant and friend that I could vent to and truly make a difference in the situation. I will never forget the day she received the documentation from the court granting me custody because she called me immediately, read the orders aloud and sat on the phone while I cried the happiest tears I’ve ever shed, and I think she shed a few too! I highly recommend Heather to everyone I encounter that is going through family legal matters. My children and I owe it all to her.

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Heather Sekella's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kathleen O'Donnell

Family lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have been opposing counsel on several family law cases with Heather. She has always been professional, courteous, and responsive to requests. I especially appreciate that she tries to resolve the issue at hand considering what is best for the family and children, as opposed to running up costs."

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Kathy Lynch

Family lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ann Bennett

Family lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Heather is a great advocate for her clients and really cares about helping get them through their cases in the best possible position. It is always a pleasure to work with an attorney with integrity like Heather."

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Peter Goldsmith

Family lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Sekella conducts her business and represents her clients with professionalism, compassion. She has vast experience in Family Law matters and brings this to every matter in which she becomes involved. I have had cases against her and also conducted mediations with her over the past 15+ years. In every matter, she has advocated her client's cause with knowledge, civility and skill. I highly recommend her as a trusted attorney in New Hampshire. Peter D. Goldsmith, Esquire"

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2025

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2024

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2023

Top 10 Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine

2018

Top 10 Attorneys, National Family Law Association

2018

10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2016

Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Excellence and Deduction to Family Law, National Association of Professional Women

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Owner, SekellaLaw, PLLC

2000 - 2007

Partner, Clark & Sekella`

1999 - 2000

Associate Attorney, Tower, Crocker & Mullins

1996 - 1999

Law Clerk, Kathleen A. Sternenberg, Esq.

1992 - 1994

Paralegal, Gauthier & Associates

Associations

2017 - Present

American Academy for Certified Financial Litigators

Member

2015 - Present

Better Business Bureau

Accredited Business

2007 - Present

New Hampshire Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

New Hampshire Women's Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

Family Law Section (NH Bar Association)

Member

2007 - Present

Manchester Bar Association

Memeber

2012 - 2015

American Bar Association

Memeber

2012 - 2012

Business Network International

Member

Education

1997

University of New Hampshire School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

Notre Dame College

BA - Bachelor of Arts Paralegal Sciences

1990

University of New Hampshire

Associates of Science Business Management

Languages

English

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