I am the Chair of the Firm’s Litigation Department. Most of my work is with clients in all phases of real estate projects. I help negotiate construction contracts and resolve disputes when they arise. Once the building construction is complete, I represent real estate agents, buyers, and sellers in the purchase, sale, and leasing of residential and commercial properties. I also assist businesses of all sizes with their commercial disputes.
Individuals, businesses, and organizations of all sizes come to us for legal help with real estate matters and commercial litigation. Those clients include public and private business owners, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers. I am counsel to the New Hampshire Realtors Association and advise the organization and its members on risk management issues and current legal issues. My experience also involves loan workouts, foreclosures, and bankruptcies.
I believe strongly in being an active member of the community. I am the past Chair of the Associated Builders and Contractors NH/VT Chapter. I also serve as an advisor to the New Hampshire Veterans Cemetery Association. Also outside of work, I enjoy tennis, skiing, and cooking. Time with my family is especially important to me. Until my kids outgrew my skill, I coached Bedford Athletic Club youth soccer teams. I continue to enjoy watching my kids compete for their club and high school teams. My family and I are members of Bedford Presbyterian Church.
Representative Matters
- Won multi-year charitable tax exemption case at NH Supreme Court for hospital
- Won multi-year tax abatement at NH Supreme Court for local utility company
- Obtained multi-million dollar settlement for small business against publicly-traded company in contract dispute
- Won short-term rental dispute at NH Supreme Court
- Negotiated comprehensive resolution of a zoning dispute between an airport and a municipality
- Negotiated construction contract for multi-million dollar municipal project
- Defended local construction company against lawsuit by multi-national trucking company
- Won trial court victory for general contractor over defective field conditions
- Won trial court victory over discriminatory eviction based on sexual orientation
- Secured payment for contractor creditor in large bankruptcy reorganization
- Won multiparty franchise arbitration over asset sale
- Won trial court victory for sales representative in international contract manufacturing dispute
- Represented two contract manufacturers in breach of contract actions
- Regularly represents banks with respect to work-out/foreclosure/bankruptcy of multi-lot subdivisions and commercial properties
- Regularly represents real estate agents in civil litigation and before the New Hampshire Real Estate Commission
- Counsel to New Hampshire Realtors®
Videos
Digital Crossfire Series
- NAR Settlement Discussion
- National Association of REALTORS Court Ruling
- OPLC: License Renewals
- Inspection Waivers
- Retention of Electronic Communications
- Service and Emotional Support Animals at Listings
- Buyer Agency Agreement
- Wire Transfers
- Video Recordings at Listings
- Defining Workforce and Affordable Housing
- Lead Paint Disclosures
- Realtor risk management: escrow funds
- Managing Risk Around ‘Coming Soon’
- Advertising and social media: Compliance for NH Realtors
- NHAR Weekly Briefing: May 18, 2020
- Risk Management: Impact of Bankruptcy on Real Estate Transactions: Part 4
- Winter Considerations for Realtors
- Water Contamination Issues & Disclosure
- Know Your Solar: Part 1
- Managing Audio & Video Risk While Showing Homes
- E&O Insurance
- E&O Insurance Part II
- Social Media Risks
- Demystifying the Real Estate Commission
- Pocket Listings
Publications
- “Court rules Conway houses can offer short-term rentals” Union Leader, May 05, 2023
- “State Supreme Court Sides with short-term rental owner” NH Business Review, May 04, 2023
- “Implied Covenant of Good Faith and Fair Dealing & Efficient Contract Breaches,” Devine Millimet E-Alert, July 8, 2020
- “The Growing Impact on The Construction Industry” Devine Millimet E-Alert, April 02, 2020
- “My Construction Company Can Still Work on Projects, What Do I Do to Protect My Workers and my Company During This Pandemic,” Devine Millimet E-Alert, April 01, 2020
- “Legal Spotlight: Your Legal Questions Answered,” NHREALTOR Magazine, Winter 2017
- “A Practical Guide to Construction Law and Litigation in New Hampshire,” MCLE New England, 2016
- Regular monthly columnist in New Hampshire Realtor magazine
- “Surety Bonds,” New Hampshire Construction Law and Litigation, MCLE, 2016 est.
- Quoted in National Association of Realtors® Magazine, 2015
- “Defenses and Exemptions” from A Practical Guide to Understanding RSA 358:A in New Hampshire, MCLE, 2014
- “Future Ramifications of the Home Buyer Tax Credit”, New Hampshire Association of Realtors, co-authored by Matthew R. Johnson and Justin T. Vartanian, 2010
- Ask the Expert: Could another business’ bankruptcy filing be beneficial to your business?, BIA Report, January/February 2009
- “Ask the Expert”, BIA Report, September/October 2007
- “Contractors And Homeowners Beware”, Construction Resource, Winter 2005-2006
- Rolling the “Barrel” a Little Further: Allowing Res Ipsa Loquitur to Assist in Proving Strict Liability in Tort Manufacturing Defects, 38 William & Mary Law Review, 1997
Community Involvement
- Past Chair and current Board Member and National Board Member of Associated Builders and Contractors NH/VT Chapter
- Manchester City Library Foundation, Chair through 2022
- Advisor, New Hampshire Veterans Cemetery Association
- Daniel Webster Council, Past Vice President of Exploring, Executive Board member, through 2014
- Daniel Webster Council, Law Explorer Post, Chief Supervisor, through 2012
- Manchester Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Class of 2013
- Soccer Coach, Bedford Athletic Club, 2010-2015
- Bedford Presbyterian Church, Member
- Board Member of the New Hampshire Chapter of the American Heart Association
- Past Chair and past Board Member of the Manchester City Library Foundation
- Regular presentations to local Realtor Boards, 2012 – present
- Legal presentations to Title Insurers, 2021
- “Bankruptcy and Broker Lien Law,” NHCIBOR, November 10, 2017
- YouTube Series “Risk Management in Real Estate,” for NH Realtors Association, 2012 – present
- “Bankruptcy Issues in Real Estate Conveyancing,” New Hampshire Bar Association, September 30, 2015
- “A Practical Discussion of Ethical Issues Facing Real Estate Attorneys,” 2015
- Broker Legal Seminars, 2014
- “Business Succession Planning,” Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc. seminar, June 25, 2014
- Basic Construction Law – Contracts, 2012, 2014
- “The Fundamentals of Bankruptcy – 2014” seminar, 2014
- “The Impact of Bankruptcy on Civil Litigation” seminar, 2013
- New Hampshire Association of Realtors®, GRI 103 Realtor Training 2007-2013
media-coverage
Oct 14, 24
The proposed gas station, at the site of the former Boyle’s Market, is controversial because environmentalists say it is situated in a sensitive area above the Ossipee Aquifer.
press-releases
Aug 21, 24
MANCHESTER, NH – Devine, Millimet & Branch, P.A. is proud to announce that 23 attorneys have been selected by their peers for inclusion in 2025 The Best Lawyers in America® and the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. One Devine Millimet attorney was selected for the 2025 “Lawyer of the Year” Awards.”Lawyer […]
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Nov 16, 22
MANCHESTER, NH – Seven Devine Millimet litigation attorneys participated in NH housing law training with 603 Legal Aid’s Marta Hurgin and Emma Sisti today. The session prepared attorneys to assist eligible lower income clients with either advice and counsel or direct representation at landlord-tenant hearings. Pro bono assistance is especially […]
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Aug 18, 22
MANCHESTER, NH – Devine Millimet & Branch, Professional Association is pleased to announce that 25 lawyers have been included in the 2023 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence. “Best Lawyers® was founded more than […]
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Oct 12, 21
Congratulations! 14 Attorneys from Devine Millimet have been selected to the 2021 New England Super Lawyers® and/or Rising Stars® list. A Super Lawyers® or Rising Stars® selection is an honor reserved for those attorneys who exhibit excellence in practice. This accolade provides third-party validation of your firm, grows an attorney’s […]
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Aug 19, 21
“Lawyer of the Year”® Recipients: Angela B. Martin– Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law Camille Holton DiCroce – Commercial Transactions / UCC Law Jon B. Sparkman – Nonprofit / Charities Law Robert C. Dewhirst – Insurance Law Current Recognized Lawyers: 27 Devine Millimet, Professional Association lawyers named to 2022 Best Lawyers® list […]
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Aug 20, 20
“Lawyer of the Year”® Recipients: Steve Cohen – Tax Law Camille Holton DiCroce – Banking and Finance Law Matthew R. Johnson – Construction Law Pamela A. Peterson – Family Law Jon B. Sparkman – Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law Current Recognized Lawyers: 29 Devine Millimet & Branch, Professional Association lawyers named to 2021 […]
