Joe Prieto

Joe Prieto

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 24 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Manchester, NH
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

121 Bay Street, Manchester, NH

About Joe

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 175-300 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in New Hampshire for 24 years

State: New Hampshire

Acquired: 2002

Active

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Location

Law Offices of Joe Prieto

121 Bay Street, Manchester, NH, 03104

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Joe Prieto's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

86 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 10 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Kathleen | April 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent

I highly recommend Joe Prieto. He is responsive, understanding and very knowledgeable. He worked effectively to lower the charge for my daughter securing her future that could have potentially been damaged if she was convicted of the original charge. I am so thankful for his skill and expertise.

Posted by Modris | July 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Shrewd and likable guy.

Shrewd, knowledgeable, very sharp attorney. Sincere and understanding as a person. This was my experience with Attorney Prieto. I asked for his help recently, and will never regret this decision. Would highly recommend Attorney Prieto to anybody. Very reliable, and he does walk his talk.

Posted by anonymous | November 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

The right guy for the job

Its hard looking for a lawyer when you've never experienced any issues with the law. I found Joe to be knowledgeable, understanding and helpful. He tirelessly explained the process to me and what I could expect without ever giving me false hope or direction. He understood my situation, the players... and personalities involved and worked the best deal possible with all things considered. A good choice.

Posted by anonymous | September 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Excellent DWI Attorney

Joe came into my families life when my husband decided to drive home after having a few drinks at a local pub. My husband was pulled over for speeding but the police officer quickly smelled that he had been drinking. My husband suffers from Multiple Sclerosis and the field sobriety test was impossibl...e. Joe researched MS and the different medicine my husband is required to take. He made this horrible situation go away with just a small fine and a small suspension. He was a person not just an attorney! My family can not thank him enough!!!

Posted by anonymous | September 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Trustworthy and knowledgeable with Results

I had a borderline DWI in NH summer of 2016. I started to panic being a good citizen with family with no past record and also not a NH resident. Reading internet forums were not helpful. I was this close to submitting to circumstances but then contacted Joe Prieto.(This was on a weekend). He immed...iately got in touch (unlike few others I contacted). He met me that weekend in his office, listened, asked the right questions and informed me the possible options without any fluff. His fees are very reasonable, given how hard he works to fight your case. At first I was not sure how much experience he was but during my entire case process he is very insightful to the extent of knowing exactly what to expect. For example, trends on when will I get a letter from DMV and if you are out of state possibly from your local DMV. He was also very reachable, even after business hours for quick question during the whole process which is very important when one is stressed out. Besides he will not promise you anything to make you feel good, unless it is a real possible outcome/option. After the case was dismissed he would not mind to quickly respond to follow up queries I had. I found the whole experience with him and his associates very stress-less as I was informed and involved all the way and questions responded quickly over email/text and his outlook throughout the whole process was he really cared about my case.

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Joe Prieto's Lawyer Endorsements

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Murat Erkan

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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Kevin O'Keefe

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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Matthew Barhoma

Unknown lawyer | 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."

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Michael DelSignore

DUI and DWI lawyer | 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."

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Tejal Mehta

Unknown lawyer | 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."

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Debra DuPont

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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Raymond Kaselonis

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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Richard Samdperil

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Joe works hard for his clients and always goes the extra mile. I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Winters

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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Theodore Lothstein

Criminal defense lawyer | 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!"

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Joseph Levasseur

Criminal defense lawyer | 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!"

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Shawn Sweeney

DUI and DWI lawyer | 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."

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George Campbell

Criminal defense lawyer | 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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Murat Erkan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Randall Clark

Criminal defense lawyer

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Debra DuPont

Family lawyer

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Raymond Kaselonis

Business lawyer

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Shawn Sweeney

DUI and DWI lawyer

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George Campbell

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2017

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo

2014

Civic in Action Participant, NH Bar Assoc

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Founder/Sole-Practitioner, Prieto Law, PLLC

2001 - 2011

Public Defender, New Hampshire Public Defender Office

Associations

2018 - Present

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Membership Committee Chairperson

2018 - Present

The National Trial Lawyers

Member

2017 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2017 - Present

City of Manchester NH

Member - Manchester Zoning Board

2011 - Present

New Hampshire Association for Justice

Member

2010 - Present

New Hampshire Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2005 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2002 - Present

New Hampshire Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

M.D. V J.D.

Dismissed

State v K.C.

Case dismissed

C.F. v. T.K.

Reversed

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Education

2017

NHTSA

Cert of Completion - DWI Detection & Field Sobriety Testing

2001

University of New Hampshire School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

Franklin Pierce College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

NH Substance Abuse Laws Seminar

Collateral Consequences of Drug Convictions

2017

Lawyer in Every School

Civics in Action

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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