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John Louis Ward

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  • Manchester, NH
  • Licensed for 11 years
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Highly experienced attorney who will fight for you. Free case evaluation. No fee unless you win.

Attorney Ward is the founder and managing partner of Ward Law Group, PLLC and his areas of concentration are Personal Injury, Workers’ Compensation, and Social Security Disability claims. Prior to founding Ward Law Group, PLLC, he was the managing partner of a personal injury and insurance defense firm. Seeking to limit his practice to represent only injury victims, Ward Law Group, PLLC was formed to concentrate exclusively on helping injured parties receive the compensation they deserve.

Attorney Ward graduated Cum Laude from UNH, majoring in Political Science, and went on to law school at the Franklin Pierce Law Center, now UNH School of Law, where he was selected to participate in the Daniel Webster Honors Program.

Attorney Ward is currently a member of the New Hampshire Bar Association, the New Hampshire Bar Association’s Legal Committee, New Hampshire Association for Justice and the National Organization of Social Security Claimant’s Representatives. He also serves on the board of directors for the William B. Cashin Senior Activity Center, Manchester City Library Foundation and is the former Chair for the Workers’ Compensation Section of the New Hampshire Bar. Attorney Ward regularly appears in Courts throughout New Hampshire and before the NH Department of Labor and the Social Security Administration.

Attorney Ward concentrates in the areas of personal injury and workers’ compensation. He was selected by the National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys as one of the top ten personal injury attorneys under 40 in New Hampshire. Attorney Ward has continuously been named by the National Trial Lawyers Association as a top 40 under 40 civil plaintiff attorney. In 2019 and 2020, he has been awarded the Client’s Choice Award by AVVO. He also has been featured in Super Lawyers Magazine for six consecutive years as a rising star in the area of personal injury and workers’ compensation law. He also regularly speaks at seminars for other attorneys regarding these topics.

Attorney Ward is a lifelong New Hampshire resident and is active in community activities. In addition to spending time with his family, he is an avid sports fan and enjoys attending UNH hockey and football games. He also coaches youth baseball and flag football. He currently lives in southern NH with his wife and three children.

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Practice areas

Social securityPersonal injuryCar accidentWorkers compensation
  1. Workers compensation: 35%

    9 years

  2. Car accident: 25%

    11 years

  3. Personal injury: 20%

    9 years

  4. Social security: 20%

    9 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Ward Law Group, PLLC.

28 Webster Street
Manchester, NH, 03104

Website
https://wardlawnh.com/ 

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
NHActive201002/10/2012
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers4
Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Top 40 Under 40National Trial Lawyers2020
Rising Star (Workers’ Compensation & Personal Injury)Super Lawyers Magazine2020
Client's ChoiceAVVO2020
Top 40 Under 40National Trial Lawyers2019
Rising Star (Workers’ Compensation & Personal Injury)Super Lawyers Magazine2019
Client's ChoiceAVVO2019
Rising Star (Workers’ Compensation & Personal Injury)Super Lawyers Magazine2018
Top 40 Under 40National Trial Lawyers2017
Rising Star (Workers’ Compensation & Personal Injury)Super Lawyers Magazine2017
Top 40 Under 40National Trial Lawyers2016
Rising Star (Workers’ Compensation & Personal Injury)Super Lawyers Magazine2016
Rising Star (Workers’ Compensation & Personal Injury)Super Lawyers Magazine2015
Top 10 in NH under 40 for Personal Injury LawThe National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys2014
Top 40 under 40 in New HampshireNational Trial Lawyers2014
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Founder and Managing AttorneyWard Law Group, PLLC2019 - Present
AttorneyPatch & FitzGerald2013 - 2019
LawyerNormand & Associates2010 - 2012
Law ClerkDouglas, Leonard & Garvey, PC2009 - 2009
Law ClerkSuperior Court2007 - 2008
State RepresentativeNew Hampshire House of Representatives2004 - 2006
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Polaris Charter SchoolTrustee2020 - Present
North Manchester Hooksett Little LeagueBoard Member2019 - Present
NH Bar Association, Workers' Compensation SectionChairman2015 - Present
New Hampshire Library FoundationBoard Member2015 - Present
Cashin Senior CenterBoard of Directors2012 - Present
New Hampshire Association for JusticeMember2010 - Present
New Hampshire Bar AssociationMember2010 - Present
New Hampshire Bar Association, Workers’ Compensation SectionPresident2014 - 2015
New Hampshire Bar Association, Workers' Comp Law SectionVice President2013 - 2014
New Hampshire Bar New Lawyers CommitteeMember2012 - 2014
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
New Hampshire Bar NewsWorkers’ Compensation Carriers Misuse of Long-Term Care Stipends Leads to Loss in Benefits2020
Ward Law Group, PLLCInjured Workers’ Handbook2020
New Hampshire MagazineThe Complicated Process of Claiming Disability2015
New Hampshire Bar NewsWorkers' Compensaton & Personal Injury: Workers' Compensation Settlements and Social Security Offset2012
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Franklin Pierce Law CenterJD - Juris Doctor2010
University of New Hampshire/Cum LaudeN/A2006
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Continuing Legal EducationEffects of COVID-19 in Workers’ Compensation2020
Lunch & Learn CLEWorkers' Compensation Law2017
9th Annual UNH School of Law CLE dayWorkers' Compensation Law2014
Social Security Disability SeminarSocial Security2012

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Highly recommended

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Attorney Ward did an outstanding job with my husband’s social security disability case. He is very professional and knowledgeable and he provided us with excellent guidance and support throughout the process. We are so thankful for the amazing work he did. He was easy to reach, kept us updated on every aspect of the case and ultimately, he won the case for my husband without us having to go to the hearing. He is caring and compassionate and gave us relief and dare I say confidence throughout the process. We felt like we were in the best hands possible and winning the case just proved that. We met with several lawyers before choosing him and wholeheartedly believe that he is one of the best lawyers in the state. He is trustworthy, efficient and gets excellent results. We cannot recommend him enough. The day we won the case has forever changed our lives, and we thank him from the bottom of our hearts.
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Atty: John Ward & Patch & Fitzgerald

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In 2014, I was injured requiring several surgeries. Attorney Ward was successfully able to attain SSI within a year. Although the process was rather daunting, Attorney Ward and staff of Manchester, NH were very kind, helpful and professional! I also was able to rely on the staff in the Littleton, NH office. I want to say "Thank-You!" With out their commitment and expertise in the field, I truly believe that I would not be where I am today, receiving benefits! I highly recommend Attorney John Ward with Patch & Fitzgerald for legal issues regarding SSI and or Workers Compensation.
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Social security and workmen’s comp

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John was amazing, professional and knowledgeable. He was able to help me tremendously. I would very highly recommended him and his firm. EXTREMELY SATISFIED!!
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Disability

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Thanks for all your help. Everything went as it should. I had all my questions answered promptly.
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SSDI

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John and Lori handled my SSDI case they did a great job. I would highly recommend them
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I highly recommend John Ward

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We cannot express in words just how great John was to us during this difficult time. John was always available to speak with us throughout the process no matter how minuet our questions or concerns were. He made sure to keep up consistently updated and always made sure we were understood what was happening. He made it clear that he was there to help us and always pushed for us to get the best settlement that we deserved. His professionalism was always top notch and was a very personable person which helped ease our fears during our case. We trust John so much that we have recommended him to family and friends to assist them with their claims and legal concerns. John is a fair and honest man that we are truly thankful for being part of our team as we fought for our settlement.
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Excellent Service!

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I was amazed by the professionalism each and every employee of Ward Law Group showed me. Despite never meeting in person, John Ward, Esq., was very diligent. He, along with those who are employed by him, made sure from the beginning of the process up to the very end, each and every one of my questions was answered with kindness and respect. I highly recommend this law firm to anyone starting the trying and arduous journey of filing for disability.
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JUST GO SEE JOHN WARD!

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Attorney Ward & his team - well I cannot say enough positive or great things about the job they did for me & in record time! They don't mess around - they get the job done & painlessly for the client! So refreshing! In this day & age of "bare minimum service" - Attorney Ward & his team are above par in all their works. Don't waste your time seeking anyone else's representation - just hire Attorney Ward & your troubles are done! After 1.5 years of fighting SSDI after cancer - they got it done in 2 weeks! Let them take the pain of this for you - it's what they do & the best at it! Thank you Attorney Ward & the team as I can finally breathe again after a very long journey. God Bless you all! P. Smith
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Extremely helpful, great to work with

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John & his team were great to work with. They understand the Social Security disability process and what needs to be submitted to have a reasonable outcome. Clear communication, helpful, answered my questions, made reasonable requests, really pulled things together, and got me prepared for my hearing.
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Workers Comp/ SSDI

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Attorney Ward handled my workers comp claim for me. I was very satisfied with the results. Very good communication with the office. They also handled my SSDI claim with success. I highly recommend Ward Law Group for you future needs
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John FitzGerald, Car accident Attorney on Oct 24, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer. John is an excellent lawyer with a thorough knowledge of personal injury claims and a practical and effective approach to his representation of clients.

Daniel McKenna, Workers compensation Attorney on Sep 10, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 13, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse John. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.

Brian Meli, Social security Attorney on Mar 5, 2013
Relationship: Friend

John is a tireless worker in support of client's rights and the rule of law. He knows the law well, but understands that to be an effective advocate that's not always enough. I wholeheartedly endorse him without reservation.

Albert Hansen, Social security Attorney on Dec 3, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter

John is a smart guy who cares a lot about his clients and gets good results for them. He's got a lot of integrity and I've never seen him not do the right thing.

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    • Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs
      30 minutes
    OTHER BILLING TYPES
    • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.
      20%-33%
    PAYMENT METHODS

    Cash, Check, Credit Card