Jerome Blanchard

Jerome Blanchard

4.9
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 25 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Exeter, NH
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Sex Crime

14 Center Street, Exeter, NH

About Jerome

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New Hampshire for 25 years

State: New Hampshire

Acquired: 2000

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Russman Law

14 Center Street, Exeter, NH, 03833

Russman Law

36 Salmon Street, Manchester, NH, 03104

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Jerome Blanchard's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

Jerome Blanchard's Lawyer Endorsements

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Katharine Phinney

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"I would highly recommend Attorney Blanchard to anyone looking for an experienced criminal defense attorney. I have known Attorney Blanchard for years and can say without a doubt he will do a great job in your case."

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Donna Brown

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Blanchard’s experience in criminal justice includes working as police officer, a prosecutor and a defense attorney. I have come to know him as a knowledgeable and hardworking attorney who fights for his clients to get them the best outcome possible."

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Michael Zaino

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jerome is one of the finest trial lawyers I have ever seen. He is tenacious, focused, and ethical. He knows the law, the rules, and the system inside and out. A true asset to anyone charged with a serious felony in New Hampshire."

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Charlene Dulac

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Blanchard is a dedicated and very talented lawyer. His superior trial skills and integrity will serve his clients well. I would recommend Attorney Blanchard to any person looking for representation by a knowledgeable, dedicated, experienced professional who will fight for them and their best interests."

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Sarah Warecki

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Blanchard continuously impresses with his poise under pressure, his drive to succeed, and his integrity. Few attorneys retain as much insight into procedural and legal issues as Attorney Blanchard. Because of the high standard he holds himself to, he has earned the trust and respect of members of the criminal law practice on all sides of the courtroom. While there are many attorneys with bark, he has bite. He knows his stuff, and isn’t afraid to use it. He is not only quick on his feet and sure of himself in the courtroom, he has the real confidence of knowing that he can back up any representations he makes. Many clients may mistake an attorney with false bravado to be one with talent and experience. But, what may look good on the outside may be rotten beneath. Attorney Blanchard’s confidence is built on a solid foundation of experience and dedication to New Hampshire criminal law. I felt lucky to have him in my corner for a short while, and would want him there again."

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Terri Harrington

State, local, and municipal law lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Blanchard is hardworking, detail oriented and very thorough in his review and handling of criminal cases. He has superior litigation skills in both the presentation of cases and in cross examination of witnesses. I am a better trial attorney because of his incite and supervision."

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Donald Blaszka

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Jerome Blanchard since we were both Assistant Rockingham County Attorneys from 2000-2005. When we worked together, I immediately noticed that he was an aggressive, fair, hardworking and talented prosecutor and he now takes those skills to the other side of the aisle as one of the premier defense attorneys in the area. Jerome has handled many high profile cases in his career and takes it all in stride without the need for any fanfare or recognition. He maintains his confidence during a trial and was always willing to try a case when other prosecutors would not touch the file - and more often than not, he was able to win the trial that was "un-winnable." As a friend and colleague, Jerome has my highest endorsement."

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Ryan Russman

Criminal defense lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"Attorney Blanchard is an outstanding trial attorney. As a prosecutor he was a zealous advocate for the State and worked tirelessly to ensure that a just result was achieved. He enjoys my complete trust and highest endorsement."

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Amy Connolly

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Other

"Jerome Blanchard is one of the most talented trial lawyers I have ever seen. His clients are well served by his depth of knowledge of the law as well as his ability to persuade judges and jurors. He is experienced, professional and ethical. I highly recommend him!"

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Donna Brown

Criminal defense lawyer

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Donald Blaszka

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Top 100 Criminal Defense, National Trial Lawyers Association

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2013

Finalist - Technology Case of the Year, National District Attorneys Association

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Attorney, Russman Law

2000 - 2014

Assistant County Attorney, Rockingham County Attorney's Office

Associations

2015 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2015 - Present

New Hampshire Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2015 - Present

Manchester Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State of New Hampshire v. Gregory Adams

Not Guilty After Trial

State of New Hampshire v. Brett Davis

All charges dismissed during trial after the complaining witness refused to answer any more questions

State of New Hampshire v. Douglas Staples

Not Guilty on All Charges After Trial

State of New Hampshire v. Steven Toth

Not Guilty On All Charges After Trial

State v. Michael Brown

Jury Trial Win

State v. Harold Baird

Jury Trial Win

State v. Dean Fletcher

Jury Trial Win

State v. Scott Buatti

Jury Trial Win

State v. Donald Spinner

Jury Trial Win

State v. Clarence Sanders

Jury Trial Win

State v. Leonard Montour

Jury Trial Win

State v. Patrick Eschenbrenner

Jury Trial Win

State v. Gregory Lavallee

Jury Trial Win

State v. Eric Cable

Jury Trial Win

State v. Barry Gallant

Jury Trial Win

State v. Kristen Ruggiero

Jury Trial Win

State v. Brendan Bisbee

Jury Trial Win

State v. Viatcheslav Terechin

Jury Trial Win

State v. Joshua Fowler

Jury Trial Win

State v. James Hughes

Jury Trial Win

State v. Peter Eaton

Jury Trial Win

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Education

2000

Franklin Pierce Law Center

J.D.

Speaking Engagements

2009

Child Sexual Assault

Prosecuting Child Sexual Assault Cases

2006

Child Forensic Interviewer Training

Investigating and Prosecuting Child Abuse Cases

Publications

2013

Stalked She Devil - The Kristin Ruggiero Story

Languages

English

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