Jay David Markell

Jay David Markell

5.0
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 27 years

Family Lawyer at Atkinson, NH
Practice Areas: Family, Litigation, Criminal Defense

PO Box 256, Atkinson, NH

About Jay

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 50%

26 years

50%
Litigation 30%

26 years

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New Hampshire for 27 years

State: New Hampshire

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 27 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Jay D Markell

PO Box 256, Atkinson, NH, 03811

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Jay David Markell's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Case Results

Posted by Nycole | January 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Exceptional Representation

Attorney Markell represented me in my divorce and custody litigation. My case involved interstate issues, including Jurisdiction provoked by repeated petitions filed in another state during the divorce proceeding in an attempt to disrupt and delay the process. This case was highly contentious, and ir...reparable conflict existed between me and my ex. Attorney Markell proved to be an exceptional attorney. His knowledge, diligence, patience, guidance, and integrity resulted in the withdrawals of multiple opposing attorneys during my litigation and the Judge "throwing the Book" at my ex in my favor. No smoke and mirrors, hidden interests, or quid pro quo. He is an ethical attorney who works diligently and will explain complex statutes in meaningful and tangible ways to his clients.

Posted by Laird | September 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great Results

Jay took on my case which had some mitigating circumstances that were difficult to navigate through. He did a great job processing my case, filing motions and keeping me informed throughout the case. He always gave good sound advice and brought my case through to a successful conclusion. I would h...ighly recommend Jay for any Legal needs you have.

Posted by Tracey | September 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent lawyer!!

Had Mr. Markell represent me in a divorce case this week. To say he did an excellent job is an understatement. I believe he represented me to the best of his ability in a caring and understanding manner, Put together a flawless case for me,was always there when i needed his opinion,was very truthfu...l with his answers,and again did the best job anyone could expect. Thank you once again,anyone looking for a great attorney who will do his best to represent you should look no further.

Posted by Steve | May 08, 2015 | Child Support

Markell, Family law, Child support

I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Markell was not the first attorney I contacted for my case. My first attorney did not perform well for me at all. I tried to represent myself as well, also with poor results. I had been under a very unfair child support order for three years, and was nearing losing my ...home and my professional license due to arrears and my inability to pay. By working with Attorney Markell, I was finally able to modify my child support amount to a number I can pay, with no fear of missing payments or falling behind, and was able to come to an agreement with the opposing side about my arrears as well. Finally I feel like I can breathe again. I would certainly use Attorney Markell again, if I had the need, and I would highly recommend him to anyone who asked.

Posted by anonymous | May 04, 2015 | Criminal Defense

The best lawyer !!!!!!!'n

I have never had a lawyer and never thought I would need a lawyer at the age of 60. I found Jay David Markell online. He made everything great. He is brilliant and very passionate and caring. He saved me a ton of money and time served. I have never been so impressed in my life. He drove way out of h...is way because I could not drive. Amazing caring person!!! I TD him he is my lawyer for life!!!!!! Scale of 1 to 10 he gets a 10 plus

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Jay David Markell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kimberly Guay

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"Jay Markell is a highly intelligent legal scholar who possesses a wealth of legal knowledge. Attorney Markell's pleadings are expertly crafted and extremely thoughtful. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeffrey Runge

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Senior Attorney, Family Legal, PC

Associations

2014 - Present

Lions Club

Sample of Legal Cases

In the Matter of Haley St. Pierre and Adam Thatcher , 211 A.3d1213 (N.H.2019)

Trial court's decsision was affiirmed 5-0.

In the Matter of Judith Raybeck and Bruce Raybeck

Case was remanded to the trial court

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Education

1998

Massachusetts School of Law at Andover

JD - Juris Doctor

1971

State University of New York, College at Plattsbur

Philosophy

Publications

2020

New Hampshire Bar News New Hampshire Divorce Law: Sex, Drugs. and Divorce

2019

New Hampshire Bar News Animal Well-Being in Divorce: New Hampshire Leapfrogs New England

2019

New Hampshire Bar News Child Support Clouds Have a Silva Lining

2018

Manchester Union Leader Alimony bill heads to governor (Quoted in Newspaper) June 11, 2018)

2018

New Hampshire Bar News Doublethink: New Hampshire's New Alimony Law

2017

New Hampshire Bar News A Tale of Two Alimonies

2000

Panel Publishers div Aspen Publishing Employment Severance Answer Book 2000 Supp.

1999

Panel Publishers div Aspen Publishing Employment Severance Answer Book Supplement 1999

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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