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Joe Prieto

DUI and DWI Attorney at Manchester, NH

4.9   78 reviews
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  • Licensed for 21 years
    State NH
    Acquired 2002
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Armed with a diversified background which includes having passed CPA and Real Estate Brokers License exams, Attorney Joseph Prieto brings a fresh and experienced approach to law. Joe graduated from Franklin Pierce College in 1994 with a degree in Finance, and founded Merchants Mortgage Company shortly thereafter. After 5 years, Joseph sold the company to pursue a career in law. After graduating from the University of New Hampshire School of Law (formerly Franklin Pierce Law Center) in 2001, Joe spent 10 years as a Trial Attorney in the New Hampshire Public Defenders Office. There, he  handled over 2,000 cases an tried 100s of trials in all types of criminal matters ranging from petty juvenile charges to death resulting crimes. In 2011, Joseph decided to open his own practice and Prieto Law was formed. Joseph acts as sole practitioner handling various legal matters such as Criminal, Landlord- Tenant, Family Law, and Collections cases. On the side, Joseph has spent time as an Adjunct Professor at NHTI and UNH teaching subjects such as Introduction to Business, Accounting and Finance, Business Law, and Economics.

Awards

Client's Choice 2023,2022,2021,2020,2019,2018,2017
Client's Choice
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Joe Prieto
121 Bay Street
Manchester, NH, 03104

Reviews

4.9 / 5.0
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Client's Choice 2023
Client's Choice
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Posted by anonymous | July 25, 2023
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Fantastic Attorney
I reached out to Attorney Prieto after being charged with driving under suspension. He was prompt in replying, and answered my questions thoughtfully and thoroughly. He is well-versed in the nuances of the laws and court system, and immediately provided me with practical solutions for my defense. His paralegal Samantha was excellent to work with as well, and provided additional support to me and my case. Attorney Prieto is forthright and punctual, and helped guide me through the legal process from start to finish. He had great instincts regarding my case from our initial phone consultation, and secured a highly favorable outcome for me. His perspective on my case and how to address the charges were corroborated during the discovery phase, and he negotiated meaningfully, practically, and effectively with the opposing counsel. His insights and attention to detail were imperative given the circumstances of the case. In addition to getting the charges filed against me dropped pre-trial, he also supported me in getting my arraignment hearing waived which was a huge relief. Attorney Prieto and his paralegal Samantha were organized and available to me throughout the process and ensured that I was informed and prepared.
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Posted by anonymous | July 25, 2023
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Excellent!
Joe was excellent! He kept me in the loop all along. I would highly recommend him! He knows what he’s doing and explains everything. He’s the BEST!!
Posted by Hunter Moore | May 21, 2023
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Prodigy
This guy is the Keanu Reeves of lawyers. Which pill did you take? The red or the blue? Either way, Joe's got you.
Posted by anonymous | May 15, 2023
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Amazing job!
I was about to lose my license. He came recommended by the DMV and he jumped right on and did some pretty amazing stuff that I did not think was possible. He was very professional and got my charges amended months after which is the next step to being able to keep my license. Highly recommend!
Posted by Stephanie | March 11, 2023
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Got stuck in a jam
I drive back and forth from Massachusetts to Maine to take care of my mother and brother I myself is disabled and I got pulled over because I hit the cruise control instead of the windshield wiper because my son drove my car and he's 6'4 and I never reset the seat so I got pulled over and I've had 47 surgeries and the cup failed me I offered to do a breathalyzer he said no then he wanted me to take blood I agreed we got to the hospital they said it would be 4 hours and I couldn't leave my mother brother that long so then we went to court he didn't show up and it was through zoom Joe made this process which was so terribly scary for me cuz I did lose my license for 3 weeks and I'm the only one who has a license out of the three of us and I have to stay in Massachusetts because it's my primary state and I get MassHealth there but I have never been so afraid to not be able to help my family when my mom just almost died and he made this process so easy I called places in this one woman named Ethel I don't even know where she came from but by the grace of God she called Joe Joe called me and I hired him and he and we won and I don't even have merit scores against me it was pretty hard to articulate which state does things different but he did it and he did a great job and if I was ever in a pickle or someone I knew was I would have them I am on the spot because I know they're being good hands and I know that he would give it his best as he did and does and he is a winner and I thank him because without him I don't know where I'd be right now with out a licensed possibly so I am so grateful for Joe prieto
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Posted by Chris | February 22, 2023
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Very professional and a great person!
Joe was outstanding right from the beginning! He was referred by a friend and I am so happy to have had chosen Joe to help me in my situation. He was very professional, direct and did his job with a passion. The communication between him and his offices were great as they communicated with me everything I needed to know and always got back to me right away. I couldn’t be more thankful than to have a person like Joe by my side for legal representation. He went above and beyond and I am grateful for his services. Thanks Joe !
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Posted by Adam | February 14, 2023
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Joe Prieto: phenomenal person & professional performance
Joe was enthusiastic to help from the first contact. He was referred by a friend and I would be the first person to also make a referral. Joe’s expertise and connections aided in scheduling a “red flag hearing”, obtaining a desired and necessary outcome during that hearing, and ultimately was successful in extending a license suspension - this allowed for additional time for required documents to arrive in the mail. A very savvy and successful attorney who was able to secure and sustain my quality of life.
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Posted by anonymous | February 13, 2023
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Best Advocate
I found Joe on google after being in a big mess legally. From the moment I called him to the day we went to court, he was confident in helping me with my case. He went above and beyond what I’d imagined. I am so very, very grateful for his services. Communication with him & his office staff went seamlessly. I hadn’t the slightest idea that I would be able to find someone that would help me fight the way that Joe did when I began looking for legal representation. I will be sure to refer him to anyone looking for an attorney. Thanks Joe!
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Posted by Emma | February 11, 2023
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Emma
Joe gave me realistic & reassuring advice that I had not gotten from previous consultations. He is easy to get in touch with and helped my get a positive outcome for my situation. He is professional yet caring. I highly recommended Attorney Prieto!
Posted by Matt | January 27, 2023
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Joe effective, honest, direct, and most importantly on your side!
Joe and his team supported my criminal defense. They communicated with me at every turn and invested honest and caring effort in my defense. Personally, I found Joe’s direct style easy to work with. He and his team were committed to my defense and, in the end, their efforts saved me from significant ramifications. I am grateful for having Joe on my side!
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Posted by anonymous | January 24, 2023
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DUI, 2nd Arrest - Reduced To Reckless!
Joe was honest and open from the get go about the different outcomes of my second DUI arrest. He worked promptly to find a resolution and worked closely with the prosecuting attorney in order to get the best possible results for me. I was certain I would lose my license for a lengthy amount of time, have to purchase the very expensive SR-22 Insurance, and find myself in a bind at work as I work in a prominent position in my small town. I could not believe it when I got a call from him saying he had negotiated the second DUI arrest and charge to reckless driving with a fine and a 90 day suspension (of which I had already served 63 days). If you want your case resolved, go with Joe! At my hearing Joe had to send another lawyer from his office, Olivia Wheat, as a stand in and she was phenomenal as well. Thank you, Prieto Law, you were worth the cost!
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Posted by Alex | December 15, 2022
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Best lawyer out there!
I can’t even on start on how satisfied i am on the outcome of this trial, Joe is an amazing lawyer. He knew what he had to do, and i knew what i had to do and we got it done! i was looking at some serious charges until i hired this gentleman. Very happy and definitely recommend Joe as your lawyer
Posted by anonymous | July 9, 2022
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Excellent representation, always working toward the best outcome
The best outcome is the consistent goal of this attorney, always identifying opportunity to mitigate negative arguments. Two cases were closed through active engagement with prosecution and advice to me on actions to achieve as favorable a judge as could be reasonably expected. Great representation!!!
Posted by anonymous | March 28, 2022
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GREAT LAWYER AND A MAN YOU CAN TRUST
“He was very patient with me, always answered my questions and gave me objective counsel I knew I could trust. His hard work and diligence resulted in a favorable outcome in my case. I would highly recommend Mr. Prieto .” – JS
Posted by Mathew | February 10, 2022
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DUI
September 2021, I was charged with a dui. I called Joe on labor day weekend and he answered while traveling. Joe was very up front with me about my case and informed me of all possible outcomes. Over the 5 or so months he was able to reduce my charge to a much better situation financially and reduce my suspension drastically from what the outcome could have been. I would recommend Joe to anyone looking for a lawyer who will make sure he does the most to better your situation no matter what it may be.
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Posted by Pleased in MA | January 20, 2022
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Joe is a caring and knowlegeable Attorney!
Joe is a caring and knowledgeable Attorney who was able to secure a favorable outcome for me. I was referred to Joe from a previous client who stated that "If anybody can help you, it will be Joe." He was not wrong. Joe helped me to navigate the process. Since I am a Massachusetts resident I had some major concerns about how the process would play out in New Hampshire but Joe kept me abreast of the situation and handled everything from end to end. From consultation until resolution Joe was present during the entire process. It was nice to know I could go about my day to day and had an attorney who could keep me up to date in key issues revolving my case. I would say that Joe was well prepared and shined during all court proceedings and hearings. I am forever indebted to Joe and his team for their work and diligence. Thank you again, Attorney Prieto!
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Posted by TG | January 20, 2022
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Joe Prieto, 5 Stars
Joe helped me get a reckless operation charge down to a simple speed charge. He was very thorough and helped me obtain the best possible outcome for my case. I highly recommend Joe to anyone looking for legal representation.
Posted by Hunter | January 18, 2022
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DWI Attorney
Attorney Prieto was recommended by a friend. I consulted with him over the phone on a Saturday morning after being arrested for DWI. His accessibility is great, he or his team have always taken my calls at any time. He has always been on top of my case as far as court hearings and documents needed. He was very easy to work with.
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Posted by anonymous | December 3, 2021
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Phenomenal Attorney!
Joe and his team did an absolutely masterful job navigating me through a fairly complicated and drawn out case. Their thoroughness and attention to detail were truly amazing and they made the entire process so much better than it otherwise could have been. They engaged the best experts, exhausted every possible legal avenue, and always took the time to answer all of my questions. Joe made it incredibly easy for me to wholeheartedly trust him every step of the way, and we were ultimately rewarded with an outcome that was better than anything I ever could have imagined. If you are in need of legal assistance, reach out to Joe. You will not find a better attorney anywhere.
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Posted by anonymous | November 2, 2021
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Thank you! Thank you!
We had an unfortunate incident that had us having to going to court. Joe Prieto was recommended, and from the first time we met him, he made us feel comfortable an confident we had the right guy. Joe is articulate and explained things to understand easily. Being nervous throughout, he We were satisfied with the results in court, and would recommend him to anyone who needs a lawyer. Thank you, Thank you!
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Cost

Rates
  • Free Consultation 60 minutes
  • Hourly Rates $ 175-300 per hour
Payment methods
Cash, Check

Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Founder/Sole-Practitioner
  • Prieto Law, PLLC
  • 2011 - Present
  • Public Defender
  • New Hampshire Public Defender Office
  • 2001 - 2011

Education

  • NHTSA
  • Cert of Completion - DWI Detection & Field Sobriety Testing
  • 2017
  • University of New Hampshire School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2001
  • Franklin Pierce College
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1994

Legal Cases

  • M.D. V J.D.
  • Dismissed
  • State v K.C.
  • Case dismissed
  • C.F. v. T.K.
  • Reversed

Associations

  • DUI Defense Lawyers Association
  • Membership Committee Chairperson
  • 2018 - Present
  • The National Trial Lawyers
  • Member
  • 2018 - Present
  • National College of DUI Defense
  • Member
  • 2017 - Present
  • City of Manchester NH
  • Member - Manchester Zoning Board
  • 2017 - Present
  • New Hampshire Association for Justice
  • Member
  • 2011 - Present
  • New Hampshire Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • Member
  • 2010 - Present
  • National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • Member
  • 2005 - Present
  • New Hampshire Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2002 - Present
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers
  • The National Trial Lawyers
  • 2018
  • Clients' Choice Award
  • Avvo
  • 2017
  • Civic in Action Participant
  • NH Bar Assoc
  • 2014

Speaking Engagements

  • Lawyer in Every School
  • Civics in Action
  • 2017
  • NH Substance Abuse Laws Seminar
  • Collateral Consequences of Drug Convictions
  • 2017

Attorney endorsements

Received (13)
Given (6)
Endorse Joe
Criminal defense Attorney | May 14
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"For anyone looking for a supremely capable attorney, let me save you the time and say, look no further: Joe is your guy. As a former prosecutor for almost ten years and in private practice for 14, I have seen it all. Joe checks off all the boxes. Joe is an innovative professional and tireless warrior. He has an effortless presence in court and his sincerity is beyond question. He has earned the respect of his colleagues and the judiciary. Joe is a truly caring person, and it shows in the deeply personal attention he gives to each client. He does not do what he is asked, he does more than you could ever ask for. That is why, whenever I need someone to collaborate with on a New Hampshire matter, Joe is and will always be my first choice. I wholeheartedly endorse Joe as the best choice you can make for criminal defense in New Hampshire."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 15
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse Joe without hesitation. Joe has been personally helpful to me on too many occasions to count. He is extremely knowledgable, practical, and relatable to clients, jurors, and judges. Joe is an amazing attorney and his diverse background is an extraordinary asset."
Unknown Attorney | Mar 07
Relationship: Other
"I endorse this lawyer. He has exercised sound judgment in all I have heard and read from him. I would certainly consult with Joe and highly consider hiring him for your legal needs, especially in the field of criminal defense."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Feb 22
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Joe is an excellent DUI lawyer if you find yourself arrested for DUI in Manchester. He is very dedicated, attends advance training courses on DUI defense and is a terrific trial lawyer. I would highly recommend you call him to help with your arrest."
Unknown Attorney | Oct 23
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse and highly recommend Attorney Prieto. We met when I represented a client in MA and he was handling the client's underlying OUI in NH. He had a great relationship with the NH District Attorney's office and the probation department, and to the client's delight, he obtained a dismissal of most of the NH charges against the client. Since then, I have referred Attorney Prieto criminal and civil matters in NH. I have heard rave reviews about his dedication and his great results. He is well respected in every court where he appears, and I recommend him without reservation."
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 12
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Joe is a hard working and zealous advocate. He treats people with compassion and litigates important issues. I highly endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Joe is a skilled and experienced defense lawyer. His commitment to his clients is unquestionable and his pleasant and confident demeanor make him an especially effective trial attorney. I endorse Joe should you find yourself in need of an experienced, effective, and kind criminal defense attorney."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 12
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Joe works hard for his clients and always goes the extra mile. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 12
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Joe is a highly skilled trial lawyer but what really distinguishes him is his great personality. Unlike many lawyers, he does not talk over your head but still gets his points across with clarity. Clients instantly feel comfortable with him. He has a great sense of humor that works to his advantage both in negotiations and in the courtroom. Prior to going to law school Joe ran his own successful business. So he has a lot of real work experience that helps him understand issues. I formerly worked in the same office as Joe at the public defender around fifteen years ago. I am very familiar with his skills. Since then we have both gone into private practice and periodically refer cases to each other. I can't recommend Joe highly enough for both criminal defense, and general civil representation."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Joe Prieto is a talented and tenacious criminal defense lawyer that I have had the privilege of knowing for almost 20 years. During that time, I have seen him win jury trials and bench trials that nobody thought could be won. He has the best personality for a criminal lawyer - he comes across as exactly what he is to his core, an open, genuine authentic person that can talk to and relate to anyone, whether rich or poor, grad-school educated or high school dropout, from the ivy league or from the streets. These qualities make him an excellent courtroom lawyer and also help him quickly earn the respect, trust and admiration of his clients. I recommend and endorse Joe Prieto!"
Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred many criminal cases to Attorney Prieto, all of them with good results. Very experienced, professional and hard working. Give him a call!"
DUI and DWI Attorney | Dec 30
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Prieto has an excellent courtroom presence and many years of solid experience that make him a great choice for representation in DWI and Criminal Defense matters."
Criminal defense Attorney | Dec 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Joe is a thoughtful, creative and highly effective defense lawyer."
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