Laurie A. Lacoste

Laurie A. Lacoste

4.4
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 21 years

Family Lawyer at Portsmouth, NH
Practice Areas: Family, Probate, Litigation ... +2 more

170 West Road, Suite 6D, Portsmouth, NH

About Laurie

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 45%

Divorce & Parenting, Legal Separations, Mediation/Litigation, Prenuptial Agreements, Guardianship, Relocation, Spousal Support/Alimony, Domestic Violence, Modification

45%
Probate 25%

Estate Administration Guardianships (minors and adults)

25%
Litigation 15%

Business litigation Employment litigation Probate litigation Breach of fiduciary duty Breach of contract Real estate and construction litigation Employment contract disputes Unfair and deceptive trade practice issues Homeowners association issues Business defense Collections and creditors' rights Boundary and easement disputes Landlord-tenant disputes Business and partnership disputes

15%
Personal Injury 10%

Car accidents Motorcycle accidents Pedestrian accidents Slip and fall accidents Dog and animal bites

10%
General Practice 5%

I perform a wide range of legal services in addition to the practice areas listed. If your issue pertains to an area of law that I do not handle, I can refer you to a competent attorney who can assist you.

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in New Hampshire for 21 years

State: New Hampshire

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 21 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2004

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

Laurie Lacoste

170 West Road, Suite 6D, Portsmouth, NH, 03801

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Laurie A. Lacoste's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by Kimberly | May 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Highly recommend Lawyer Laurie Lacoste

I have consulted and hired lawyer Laurie Lacoste for multiple occasions every time there has been glowing amounts of honesty, professionalism, and knowledge that has served me the best.

Posted by Charlie | October 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Laurie is an allstar in my book

As anyone knows a divorce is a very stressful time emotionally and financially. Laurie was very patient and personable. She listened to all my stories and comprised a well thought out game plan that in my situation extremely limited the financial ramifications that a divorce can cause. She also recom...mended a mortgage company to me and i was able to purchase my own home within 8 months after the divorce. So yes I say Laurie is an ALLSTAR.

Posted by Mary Ann | November 02, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Laurie got the job done for me.

I found Laurie to be a good fit for my legal needs. She explained the process my case would go through and what I could expect in terms of timeline and potential issues that might arise. She seemed open to seeking guidance from outside sources when necessary and was very specific about what she nee...ded from me in the year we worked together. I was pleased with the outcome of my case and I think her knowledge about how the 'settlement game' plays out was very advantageous in getting me a satisfactory resolution.

Posted by Carl | October 20, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Attorney Lacoste

Attorney Lacoste definitely exceeded my expectations in handling my divorce case. My divorce was a very trying time. Laurie was always there to answer any of my questions. She was very flexible in having face to face meetings that matched my schedule. Same flexibility applied to phone conferenc...es. All questions were answered promptly. If I didn't quite understand the issue or response, Laurie took the time to ensure I understood so I could make an informed decision. It was very clear that Laurie has a wealth of knowledge and experience in dealing in these matters. Laurie took time to thoroughly explain the law and my options regarding what actions I could/should take. I always felt completely at ease with Laurie. It is very clear she has her client's best interests at heart.

Posted by Wendy | October 16, 2014 | Family

#1 Attorney!

Laurie Lacoste is the best attorney I have ever dealt with! She is extremely knowledgable with family laws, and very promt in everything she does! Laurie cares about her clients and has always answered any questions I've had regarding my case! I would highly recommend her, and have.

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Laurie A. Lacoste's Lawyer Endorsements

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Amy Connolly

General practice lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Lacoste is an excellent and reputable lawyer in New Hampshire. She is meticulous in her legal writing and a strong oral advocate. Clients would be well served by her experience and knowledge. I highly recommend her!"

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

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Jared Bedrick

Family lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"Laurie is a family law guru and the first person I go to with any divorce or custody question. She's always on the ball and very personable."

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2011

Reduced Fee Honor Roll, New Hampshire Bar Association

2011

Pro Bono Honor Roll, New Hampshire Bar Association

2010

Reduced Fee Honor Roll, New Hampshire Bar Association

2008

Pro Bono Honor Roll, New Hampshire Bar Association

2007

Reduced Fee Honor Roll, New Hampshire Bar Association

2007

Pro Bono Honor Roll, New Hampshire Bar Association

2005

Pro Bono Honor Roll, New Hampshire Bar Association

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Attorney, Lacoste Law, Inc.

2012 - 2018

Attorney, Law Offices Of Stephen C. Brown, PLLC

2011 - 2012

Assistant County Attorney, Carroll County District Attorney

2009 - 2012

Attorney, Law Office of Laurie A. Lacoste

2004 - 2009

Attorney, Shaines & McEachern

2001 - 2004

Paralegal, McLane, Graf, Raulerson & Middleton Pa

1999 - 2001

Paralegal, Liberty Mutual Insurance Company

1998 - 1998

Paralegal, Chubb Insurance Company

1998 - 1998

Paralegal, Gallant, Hausler & Lampert

1992 - 1998

Paralegal, Law Offices of Carpentino

Associations

2004 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

New Hampshire Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

New Hampshire Association for Justice

Member

2004 - Present

New Hampshire Women's Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

Rockingham County Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

Strafford County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Guardianship

Successfully litigated the termination of Guardianship

Child Custody

Successfully obtained Emergency Court Order

Guardianship

Successfully obtained Court Order appointing Grandmother permanent Guardianship of minor

Trust Dispute

Successful negotiation of Trust dispute between siblings.

Custody

Successfully transferred custody to move child into safe environment

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Education

2003

Massachusetts School of Law at Andover

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Notre Dame College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2021

Annual Family Law Forum

The Impact of Mental Illness and Substance Abuse on Family Law Cases

Publications

2021

NHAJ Family Law Forum Seminar The Impact of Mental Illness and Substance Abuse on Family Law Cases

Languages

English

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