Business Details
38 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in NH & ME
The Law Office of Carl W. Potvin has provided dedicated legal representation to individuals and businesses across New Hampshire and Maine since 1988. Our practice focuses on personal injury, elder law, probate litigation, real estate, and business law, with a commitment to protecting client interests through both transactional and litigation services. With over 35 years of experience, we combine thorough case preparation with personalized attention to achieve favorable outcomes for our clients. Our attorney maintains active involvement in professional organizations including the Strafford County Bar Association and The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys.We serve clients in state and federal courts, handling matters ranging from will contests to complex real estate disputes. Our contingency fee arrangement for personal injury cases ensures accessible representation for those seeking compensation for accidents or negligence. The firm's longevity and community presence demonstrate our dedication to maintaining the highest standards of legal practice and client advocacy.
Services
Personal Injury
Elder Law
Probate Litigation
Real Estate Law
Business Law
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of legal experience in New Hampshire and Maine
- Our attorney maintains active involvement in elder law and trial lawyer associations
- We provide personalized attention with contingency fee arrangements available
- Our practice combines transactional services with litigation expertise
- We serve clients in both state and federal courts across multiple practice areas
Services
Personal Injury
We represent clients in personal injury cases resulting from car accidents, slip and falls, and dog bites. Our contingency fee arrangement ensures you pay nothing unless we recover compensation. We help clients recover medical costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering damages through settlement negotiations or trial representation.
Elder Law
Our elder law practice addresses wills, trusts, Medicaid planning, and guardianships. We help clients maintain control over their assets and healthcare decisions through comprehensive estate planning. Our services include nursing home planning and probate litigation to resolve estate administration disputes.
Probate Litigation
We represent clients in probate court matters including will contests and guardianship petitions. Our experience includes resolving title disputes and advocating for clients in estate administration conflicts. We provide representation in both contested and uncontested probate proceedings.
Real Estate Law
Our real estate practice covers purchase agreements, zoning issues, and property litigation. We handle residential and commercial transactions including closings, title certifications, and lease agreements. Our services extend to construction disputes and mortgage foreclosure defense.
Business Law
We provide business law services including contract drafting, municipal law compliance, and commercial litigation. Our representation covers entity formation, contract disputes, and regulatory matters. We serve businesses in transactional and litigation contexts across multiple industries.
People
Carl W. Potvin
Attorney
Licensed since 1988 in New Hampshire and 1989 in Maine, Carl W. Potvin provides legal representation in personal injury, elder law, and business matters. He graduated from Franklin Pierce Law Center in 1988 and Merrimack College in 1978 with a psychology degree.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We specialize in personal injury, elder law, probate litigation, real estate, and business law matters across New Hampshire and Maine.
How long have you been practicing law?
Our firm has provided legal services since 1988 with over 35 years of combined experience in multiple practice areas.
Do you handle personal injury cases on contingency?
Yes, we handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis - if we don't recover compensation, you pay nothing.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We serve clients throughout New Hampshire including Strafford, Rockingham, and Merrimack counties, plus York County in Maine.
What experience do you have with estate planning?
We have over 35 years of experience handling wills, trusts, Medicaid planning, and probate litigation for New Hampshire residents.
