Pierce Atwood LLP - Concord, NH

A Legacy of Legal Excellence in Concord, New Hampshire

For over 125 years, Pierce Atwood LLP has been a cornerstone of the New England legal community, establishing itself as a premier full-service law firm with a national and international reputation. The Concord, New Hampshire office is a vital part of this legacy, providing residents and businesses with access to the comprehensive resources of a large, multi-disciplinary firm while offering the personalized, focused attention of local experts. With a team of more than 150 highly skilled attorneys across the firm, Pierce Atwood is committed to delivering sophisticated, responsive, and cost-effective legal solutions. The firm's success is built upon three core principles: attracting and retaining exceptional legal talent, achieving superior client satisfaction, and delivering unparalleled value. This philosophy ensures that clients, from individuals and entrepreneurs to Fortune 500 companies and government entities, receive creative and timely counsel from attorneys who understand their unique needs and objectives.

Specialized Expertise in Concord: Estate and Wealth Management

While Pierce Atwood is a full-service firm, the Concord office has a particular and deep-seated focus on serving the needs of individuals and families through its sophisticated Trusts and Estates practice. The attorneys in Concord are dedicated to guiding clients through the complexities of wealth preservation and transfer, ensuring their legacies are protected for generations to come. This specialized focus allows for a level of nuanced and strategic counsel that is second to none in the region.

• Estate Planning Lawyers: Crafting comprehensive and customized estate plans, including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney, to meet the specific goals of each client, from tax mitigation to asset protection.
• Trusts Lawyers and Estate Administration: Providing expert guidance on the creation and administration of various types of trusts, including special needs trusts, and managing all aspects of the estate administration process.
• Wealth Transfer and Tax Planning: Developing strategic plans for general wealth transfer, including sophisticated gift and estate tax planning to minimize tax liabilities and maximize the value of assets passed to heirs.
• Business Succession Planning: Assisting business owners and entrepreneurs in creating seamless succession plans to ensure the smooth transition of their companies to the next generation or new ownership.
• Guardianship Matters: Representing clients in guardianship proceedings, protecting the interests of minors and incapacitated adults with compassion and legal diligence.

Nationally Recognized for Excellence and Integrity

Pierce Atwood's commitment to excellence is consistently recognized by the legal industry's most respected peer-review organizations. The firm is honored to receive accolades that reflect the skill, dedication, and successful results its attorneys deliver. These awards underscore a firm-wide culture of quality and client-focused service. The firm has been ranked by the prestigious Best Law Firms for its excellence in 43 different legal specialties. Numerous attorneys are consistently honored by their peers, with 64 lawyers recognized in the 2026 edition of *The Best Lawyers in America* and 40 attorneys recognized in the *Chambers USA 2025 guide*. Furthermore, the firm's client-centric approach has been repeatedly highlighted by the BTI Consulting Group, which named Pierce Atwood to its exclusive Client Service A-Team.

A Full-Service Firm with Deep New Hampshire Roots

Clients of the Concord office benefit from a powerful combination: the focused expertise of a boutique trusts and estates practice and the broad resources of a large, multi-service law firm. This means that when a client's needs extend beyond estate planning into areas like Business and Real Estate Lawyers, Business Litigation Lawyers, or complex tax matters, they have immediate access to a team of nationally recognized experts in those fields. Pierce Atwood is deeply committed to the New Hampshire community, with attorneys actively participating in pro bono work through the New Hampshire Bar Association and serving on the boards of various public service and non-profit organizations. This commitment to service, combined with a relentless pursuit of legal excellence, makes Pierce Atwood a trusted advisor for the most critical legal challenges.