Kalie L. Lydon, Criminal Defense Attorney in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Kalie concentrates on criminal defense, family law, general, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kalie handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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• Family Law

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• General

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• Litigation

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• Personal Injury

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Kalie's primary office is at 117A Bow Street, Portsmouth, NH, 03801. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Kalie for a criminal defense case?

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

• Does Kalie offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do criminal defense cases in New Hampshire typically take?

  Simple criminal defense 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. Kalie gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

  Kalie 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 — Kalie 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 Kalie?

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

• Is Kalie accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

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