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David W. "Dave" McGrath, ADR Attorney in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

focused on ADR, Business, and Employment

Portsmouth New, NH

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David W. "Dave" McGrath is an attorney based in Portsmouth, NEW HAMPSHIRE. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Employment.

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Portsmouth, NEW HAMPSHIRE
Experience
attorney
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ADR · Business · Employment
  • Handles ADR, Business, and Employment matters from Portsmouth, NEW HAMPSHIRE.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Individuals (Manchester) (2026).

About David W. "Dave" McGrath: David W. "Dave" McGrath is an attorney based in Portsmouth, NEW HAMPSHIRE. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Employment.

Areas of practice

David's practice areas in Portsmouth

David concentrates on adr, business, employment, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

David takes adr matters in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

David takes business matters in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

David takes employment matters in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

David takes litigation matters in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Biography

David W. "Dave" McGrath, adr attorney serving Portsmouth

David W. "Dave" McGrath is an attorney based in Portsmouth, NEW HAMPSHIRE. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Employment. David works from Portsmouth, New Hampshire and takes on adr matters across the region.

Dave serves as President and Managing Director of the firm. He also maintains an active practice. Dave represents firm clients in state and federal courts, arbitration and administrative proceedings. He routinely handles trade secret, non-competition, predatory hiring, discrimination, retaliation and whistleblower, wrongful termination, and healthcare related matters. He also frequently helps businesses and executives navigate employment separations.

Dave is a certified mediator who serves in that role often for the state and federal courts, the New Hampshire Commission for Human Rights, and for private parties.

Dave serves as President-Elect of the New Hampshire Bar Association and is a past member of the Professional Conduct Committee.

Working with David on a adr matter

Dave serves as President and Managing Director of the firm. He also maintains an active practice. Dave represents firm clients in state and federal courts, arbitration and administrative proceedings. He routinely handles trade secret, non-competition, predatory hiring, discrimination, retaliation and whistleblower, wrongful termination, and healthcare related matters. He also frequently helps…

Clients David works with

David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and employment matters in Portsmouth and the surrounding New Hampshire area.

Credentials

Credentials — where David studied and practices

  • Cornell University

    J.D. · 1992

  • Framingham State College

    B.A.

Jurisdictions

David's state bar admissions

  • New Hampshire, State

    ACTIVE

David studied at J.D. in Cornell University and B.A. in Framingham State College.

Law school and academic background

David completed J.D. in Cornell University and B.A. in Framingham State College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in New Hampshire is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

David's legal honors and published work

David has received 15 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Individuals (Manchester)

    2026

  • Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Manchester)

    2023

  • Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Manchester)

    2019

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Mediation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Employment

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Labor

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Management

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Business NH Magazine as the best employment lawyer in the state, as recognized by his peers, 2015

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Individuals (Manchester) (2026). Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Manchester) (2023). Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Manchester) (2019). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026).

Locations

David W. "Dave" McGrath's office in Portsmouth

David's primary office is at 145 Maplewood Avenue, Suite 120, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, 03801. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

145 Maplewood Avenue, Suite 120

Portsmouth, New Hampshire 03801

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Hiring guide

How to hire David W. "Dave" McGrath — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a adr attorney in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for David

David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about David W. "Dave" McGrath

  • How much does it cost to hire David for a adr case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does David offer a free consultation?

    David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.

  • How long do adr cases in New Hampshire typically take?

    Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can David take my case if I'm outside Portsmouth?

    David is licensed in New Hampshire. Matters governed by New Hampshire law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with David?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is David accepting new adr clients right now?

    David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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