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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.
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121 Bay Street
Manchester, NH, 03104
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NH | Active | 2002 | 07/20/2015 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers | The National Trial Lawyers | 2018 |
Clients' Choice Award | Avvo | 2017 |
Civic in Action Participant | NH Bar Assoc | 2014 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Founder/Sole-Practitioner | Prieto Law, PLLC | 2011 - Present |
Public Defender | New Hampshire Public Defender Office | 2001 - 2011 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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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 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Amazon | I've Been Arrested for DWI: Now What?!: A Simple Overview to the Complex World of New Hampshire DWIs | 2018 |
Amazon Digital | Get Them Out!: A Landlord's Guide On Evicting Non-Paying Tenants in New Hampshire | 2018 |
A How to Guide to Permanently Get Rid of Your Criminal Record in NH | Erase Your Criminal Record | 2017 |
Prietolaw.com | NH Motor Vehicle Traffic Ticket "Points" System | 2015 |
Prietolaw.com | NH Motor Vehicle Laws and Fines | 2015 |
Prietolaw.com | NH DWI / DUIs Definitions and Penalties | 2015 |
Prietolaw.com | NH Traffic Ticket Basics | 2015 |
Prietolaw.com | Theft in New Hampshire | 2015 |
Prietolaw.com | Burglary in New Hampshire | 2015 |
Prietolaw.com | NH Robbery: In Brief | 2015 |
Prietolaw.com | NH Arson Laws and Penalties | 2015 |
Prietolaw.com | NH Vandalism Laws and Penalties | 2015 |
Prietolaw.com | First and Second Degree Assault in New Hampshire | 2015 |
Prietolaw.com | Domestic Violence in New Hampshire | 2015 |
Prietolaw.com | New Hampshire Stalking Laws | 2015 |
Prietolaw.com | New Hampshire Harassment Laws | 2015 |
Prietolaw.com | Hate Crimes in New Hampshire | 2015 |
Prietolaw.com | New Hampshire Landlord/Tenant Policy and Laws | 2015 |
Prietolaw.com | How are Juvenile Delinquencies Handled Differently in New Hampshire? | 2015 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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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 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Lawyer in Every School | Civics in Action | 2017 |
NH Substance Abuse Laws Seminar | Collateral Consequences of Drug Convictions | 2017 |
Practical Ethics for the Trial Lawyer | Building your Practice and Building your Image - Marketing: The Creative, The Controversial, the Verboten | 2015 |
Case name | Outcome |
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M.D. V J.D. | Dismissed |
State v K.C. | Case dismissed |
C.F. v. T.K. | Reversed |
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Murat Erkan, Criminal defense Attorney on May 14, 2020
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.
Kevin O'Keefe, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 15, 2020
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.
Matthew Barhoma, Unknown Attorney on Mar 7, 2018
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.
Michael DelSignore, DUI and DWI Attorney on Feb 22, 2018
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.
Tejal Mehta, Unknown Attorney on Oct 23, 2017
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.
Debra DuPont, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 12, 2017
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.
Raymond Kaselonis, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 23, 2017
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.
Richard Samdperil, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 12, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Joe works hard for his clients and always goes the extra mile. I strongly endorse this lawyer.
Andrew Winters, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 12, 2017
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.
Theodore Lothstein, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 11, 2017
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!
Joseph Levasseur, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 11, 2017
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!
Shawn Sweeney, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 30, 2016
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.
George Campbell, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 8, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Joe is a thoughtful, creative and highly effective defense lawyer.
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