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Elizabeth A. "Liz" Bailey, Employment Attorney in Manchester, New Hampshire

focused on Employment and Litigation

Manchester, NH

Trusted employment attorney serving Manchester.

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Elizabeth A. "Liz" Bailey is an attorney based in Manchester, NEW HAMPSHIRE. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.

Based in
Manchester, NEW HAMPSHIRE
Experience
attorney
Known for
Employment · Litigation
  • Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Manchester, NEW HAMPSHIRE.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Manchester) (2024).

About Elizabeth A. "Liz" Bailey: Elizabeth A. "Liz" Bailey is an attorney based in Manchester, NEW HAMPSHIRE. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Elizabeth takes on

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

Employment cases in Manchester, New Hampshire

Elizabeth takes employment 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 Elizabeth agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Manchester, New Hampshire

Elizabeth takes litigation 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 Elizabeth agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Elizabeth A. "Liz" Bailey — employment lawyer in Manchester

Elizabeth A. "Liz" Bailey is an attorney based in Manchester, NEW HAMPSHIRE. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.

Liz has practiced in the areas of employment law and employment litigation since 1992. Her client base ranges from private corporations to municipalities and counties. She counsels and trains employers about how to comply with employment laws and about cost-effective ways to avoid employment-related problems. Liz also has wide-ranging litigation experience. She defends employers in claims before the New Hampshire Commission for Human Rights, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the New Hampshire Department of Labor, and the New Hampshire Public Employee Labor Relations Board. Liz’s court room experience includes jury trials in both New Hampshire and Massachusetts state and federal courts, bench trials, arbitrations, mediations and appellate arguments.

Elizabeth's approach to employment cases

Liz has practiced in the areas of employment law and employment litigation since 1992. Her client base ranges from private corporations to municipalities and counties. She counsels and trains employers about how to comply with employment laws and about cost-effective ways to avoid employment-related problems. Liz also has wide-ranging litigation experience. She defends employers in claims before…

The kind of cases Elizabeth takes

Elizabeth reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Manchester and the surrounding New Hampshire area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Suffolk University

    J.D. · 1992

  • Smith College

    B.A.

Jurisdictions

Elizabeth's state bar admissions

  • New Hampshire, State

    ACTIVE

Elizabeth studied at J.D. in Suffolk University and B.A. in Smith College.

Law school and academic background

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

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Elizabeth has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Manchester)

    2024

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

    2022

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Manchester)

    2021

  • Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Manchester) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Manchester) (2022). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Manchester) (2021). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026).

Locations

Elizabeth A. "Liz" Bailey's office in Manchester

Elizabeth's primary office is at 1000 Elm Street, 17th Floor, Manchester, New Hampshire, 03101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1000 Elm Street, 17th Floor

Manchester, New Hampshire 03101

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Hiring guide

How to hire Elizabeth A. "Liz" Bailey — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Elizabeth charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Elizabeth'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; Elizabeth will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Manchester, New Hampshire

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Elizabeth

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment 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. Elizabeth confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Elizabeth A. "Liz" Bailey

  • How much does it cost to hire Elizabeth for a employment case?

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

  • Does Elizabeth offer a free consultation?

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

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

    Simple employment 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. Elizabeth gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Elizabeth take my case if I'm outside Manchester?

    Elizabeth 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 — Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth?

    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. Elizabeth will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Elizabeth accepting new employment clients right now?

    Elizabeth'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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