James E. Coughenour Jr.
About James
Biography
Attorney Coughenour is a partner of Rainboth, Coughenour & Lown, PA and his areas of concentration are Personal Injury and Workers' Compensation. He regularly appears in Courts throughout New Hampshire and Maine, but spends the majority of his time appearing before the NH Department of Labor. Attorney Coughenour has built a reputation for vigorous and compassionate advocacy on behalf of his clients and has been recognized by SuperLawyers as a "Rising Star" in the field of workers' compensation since 2019. He was also recognized by Best Lawyers in the field of worker's compensation in 2025.
Attorney Coughenour graduated Cum Laude from the University of New Hampshire, majoring in Political Science and minoring in Justice Studies. While attending UNH during the day, Attorney Coughenour attended the NH Police Academy at night. He earned his Police Certificate in 2007 and went on to work as an auxiliary police officer for the City of Portsmouth. While working as a police officer, Attorney Coughenour attended law school at the Massachusetts School of Law and graduated in 2011.
Attorney Coughenour is a member of the New Hampshire Bar Association and the New Hampshire Association for Justice. He previously served on the board of directors for the New Hampshire Association for Justice and the Southeast New Hampshire Habitat for Humanity.
Attorney Coughenour 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 Red Sox games. He currently lives in Portsmouth, NH with his wife and four children.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
20%-33%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Maine for 10 years
State: Maine
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Hampshire for 13 years
State: New Hampshire
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Licensed in Massachusetts for 14 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
Rainboth, Coughenour & Lown, PA
439 Middle St, Portsmouth, NH, 03801
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James E. Coughenour Jr.'s Reviews
Avvo Review Score
8 Client Reviews
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Posted by Charlie | April 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Highly Recommend
Great communication with Jamie and April. Always kept me informed about my case, answered all my questions very quickly
Posted by Anonymous | December 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Highly Recommended
Jamie Coughenour recently supported my efforts in a law suit. I couldn’t have been more pleased with the support and guidance he gave to me. He was organized and kept pertinent information related to my case in mind as well as accessible in paper form. When I contacted him with a question, he resp...
James E. Coughenour Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"I had the chance to consult with Jamie on a case of mine involving a workers' compensation issue. He provided me with very sound advice, sharing his expertise of this specialty. I am glad I am now acquainted with Jamie and will refer clients in the Portsmouth area with workers' comp issues to him."
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2024
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2023
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2020
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Partner, Rainboth, Coughenour & Lown
Education
2011
JD - Juris Doctor
Languages
English