John L. Ward, Personal Injury Attorney in Manchester, New Hampshire
Over 16 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury and Workers Comp
Manchester, NH
Practicing personal injury in Manchester since 2010.
- 16+
- Years practicing
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John L. Ward is an attorney based in Manchester, NEW HAMPSHIRE. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. John has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ward Law Group PLLC.
- Based in
- Manchester, NEW HAMPSHIRE
- Experience
- over 16 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury · Workers Comp
- Handles Personal Injury and Workers Comp matters from Manchester, NEW HAMPSHIRE.
- Over 16 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).
About John L. Ward: John L. Ward is an attorney based in Manchester, NEW HAMPSHIRE. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. John has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ward Law Group PLLC.
Areas of practice
John's practice areas in Manchester
John concentrates on personal injury and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in Manchester, New Hampshire
John takes personal injury matters in Manchester, 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 John agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Manchester, New Hampshire
John takes workers comp matters in Manchester, 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 John agrees to represent you.
Biography
John L. Ward, personal injury attorney serving Manchester
John L. Ward is an attorney based in Manchester, NEW HAMPSHIRE. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. John has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ward Law Group PLLC. John works from Manchester, New Hampshire and takes on personal injury matters across the region.
JOHN L. WARD
Attorney Ward is the founder and managing partner of Ward Law Group, PLLC and his areas of concentration are Personal Injury, Workers’ Compensation, and Social Security Disability claims. Prior to founding Ward Law Group, PLLC, he was the managing partner of a Personal Injury and insurance defense firm. Seeking to limit his practice to represent only injury victims, Ward Law Group, PLLC was formed to concentrate exclusively on helping injured parties receive the compensation they deserve.
John graduated Cum Laude from UNH, majoring in Political Science, and went on to law school at the Franklin Pierce Law Center, now UNH School of Law, where he was selected to participate in the Daniel Webster Honors Program.
Attorney Ward is currently a member of the New Hampshire Bar Association, the New Hampshire Bar Association’s Legal Committee, New Hampshire Association for Justice, the National Organization of Social Security Claimant’s Representatives, and the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. He also serves on the board of directors for the North Manchester Hooksett Little League, and the Manchester City Library Foundation and is a Trustee for the Polaris Charter School. He is the former Chair of the NHBA’s Workers’ Compensation Section, former President of the NHBA’s Workers’ Compensation Section, former Vice President of the NHBA’s Workers’ Compensation Section, and former member of the NHBA’s New Lawyers Committee. Attorney Ward regularly appears in courts throughout New Hampshire and before the NH Department of Labor and the Social Security Administration.
He was selected by the National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys as one of the top ten Personal Injury attorneys under 40 in New Hampshire. In 2022, he was named in the New Hampshire Union Leaders Top 40 under 40, where they recognize the state’s most influential young professionals. From 2014-2021, Attorney Ward was continuously named by the National Trial Lawyers Association as a Top 40 Under 40 civil plaintiff attorney. In 2019, 2020, and 2021, he was awarded the Client’s Choice Award by AVVO. He has also been featured in Super Lawyers Magazine for eight consecutive years, from 2015 – 2022, as a rising star in the fields of Personal Injury and Workers’ Compensation law. He regularly speaks at seminars for other attorneys regarding these topics.
Attorney Ward is a lifelong New Hampshire resident and is active in community activities. In addition to spending time with his family, he is an avid sports fan and enjoys attending UNH hockey and football games. He also coaches youth baseball and flag football. He currently lives in southern NH with his wife and three children.
Working with John on a personal injury matter
JOHN L. WARD Attorney Ward is the founder and managing partner of Ward Law Group, PLLC and his areas of concentration are Personal Injury, Workers’ Compensation, and Social Security Disability claims. Prior to founding Ward Law Group, PLLC, he was the managing partner of a Personal Injury and insurance defense firm. Seeking to limit his practice to represent only injury victims, Ward Law Group,…
Clients John works with
John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury and workers comp matters in Manchester and the surrounding New Hampshire area.
Credentials
Credentials — where John studied and practices
University of New Hampshire
— · 2006
University of New Hampshire
— · 2010
Jurisdictions
John's state bar admissions
New Hampshire, New H
2010 · ACTIVE
John studied at — in University of New Hampshire and — in University of New Hampshire.
Law school and academic background
John completed — in University of New Hampshire and — in University of New Hampshire. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in New Hampshire is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
John's legal honors and published work
John has received 14 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Social Security Practice
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers Magazine
2026
Best Lawyers in America — - Super Lawyer
2026
Best Lawyers in America — New Hampshire Union Leaders Top 40 under 40
2026
Best Lawyers in America — ,
2026
Best Lawyers in America — where they recognize the state’s most influential young professionals.
2026
Best Lawyers in America — National Trial Lawyers Association Top 40 under 40
2026
Best Lawyers in America — as one of the top civil plaintiff attorneys.
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Client's Choice Award by AVVO
2026
Best Lawyers in America — - Rising Star (Workers' Compensation & Personal Injury)
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Social Security Practice (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers Magazine (2026).
Locations
John L. Ward's office in Manchester
John's primary office is at 28 Webster Street, Manchester, New Hampshire, 03104. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire John L. Ward — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with John usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
John charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John'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; John will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Manchester, New Hampshire
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 John
John discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury 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. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
John's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about John L. Ward
How much does it cost to hire John for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. John walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does John offer a free consultation?
John charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check John's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in New Hampshire typically take?
Simple personal injury 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. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can John take my case if I'm outside Manchester?
John 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 — John 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 John?
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. John will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is John accepting new personal injury clients right now?
John'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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