Kathleen A. Hickey, Family Law Attorney in Manchester, New Hampshire
Over 36 years of legal practice
Brennan Lenehan Iacopino & Hickey
Manchester, NH
Practicing family law in Manchester since 1990.
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Kathleen A. Hickey is an attorney based in Manchester, NEW HAMPSHIRE. The practice focuses on Family Law. Kathleen has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Brennan Lenehan Iacopino & Hickey.
- Based in
- Manchester, NEW HAMPSHIRE
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- Family Law
- Handles Family Law matters from Manchester, NEW HAMPSHIRE.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (Manchester) (2023).
About Kathleen A. Hickey: Kathleen A. Hickey is an attorney based in Manchester, NEW HAMPSHIRE. The practice focuses on Family Law. Kathleen has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Brennan Lenehan Iacopino & Hickey.
Areas of practice
Kathleen's practice areas in Manchester
Kathleen concentrates on family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kathleen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Family Law cases in Manchester, New Hampshire
Kathleen takes family law 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 Kathleen agrees to represent you.
Biography
Kathleen A. Hickey, family law attorney serving Manchester
Kathleen A. Hickey is an attorney based in Manchester, NEW HAMPSHIRE. The practice focuses on Family Law. Kathleen has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Brennan Lenehan Iacopino & Hickey. Kathleen works from Manchester, New Hampshire and takes on family law matters across the region.
Attorney Kathleen A. Hickey is a distinguished Family Law practitioner with over 28 years of experience in assisting her clients through the trials of divorce, parenting plans, domestic violence, and more.
She graduated from the University of New Hampshire in 1981 with a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work and a Minor in Psychology. She worked in the Clerk of the Courts since she was nineteen-years-old. Between undergraduate and law school, Kathy worked as a Legal Assistant until graduating with a Juris Doctor from New England School of Law, Boston, MA in 1990. In 1991, Attorney Hickey joined Brennan Lenehan. She became a Shareholder-Director at the firm in 2002.
In addition to multiple listings in Best Lawyers for her work in Family Law, Kathy has been recognized as a Top 10 Best Family Law Attorneys in New Hampshire by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, listed in Best Lawyers of New Hampshire as published in New Hampshire Business Magazine, and listed in Best Lawyers of New England as Published in the Boston Globe.
Kathleen's approach to family law cases
Attorney Kathleen A. Hickey is a distinguished Family Law practitioner with over 28 years of experience in assisting her clients through the trials of divorce, parenting plans, domestic violence, and more. She graduated from the University of New Hampshire in 1981 with a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work and a Minor in Psychology. She worked in the Clerk of the Courts since she was…
The kind of cases Kathleen takes
Kathleen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for family law matters in Manchester and the surrounding New Hampshire area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Kathleen studied and practices
New England Law | Boston
J.D · 1990
University of New Hampshire
B.A. Social Work · 1981
Jurisdictions
Kathleen's state bar admissions
New Hampshire
1990 · ACTIVE
Kathleen studied at J.D in New England Law | Boston and B.A. Social Work in University of New Hampshire.
Law school and academic background
Kathleen completed J.D in New England Law | Boston and B.A. Social Work in University of New Hampshire. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kathleen runs in New Hampshire is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Kathleen's legal honors and published work
Kathleen has received 8 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (Manchester)
2023
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Peer Review Rated "BV"
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (Manchester) (2023). Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory (2026).
Locations
Kathleen A. Hickey's office in Manchester
Kathleen's primary office is at 99 Hanover Steet, Manchester, New Hampshire, 03101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Brennan Lenehan Iacopino & Hickey
99 Hanover Steet
Manchester, New Hampshire 03101
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How to hire Kathleen A. Hickey — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new family law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kathleen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kathleen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kathleen'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; Kathleen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a family law attorney in Manchester, New Hampshire
A short list to run through before you commit: How many family law 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 Kathleen
Kathleen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in family law practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every family law 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. Kathleen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kathleen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many family law practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kathleen A. Hickey
How much does it cost to hire Kathleen for a family law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kathleen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kathleen offer a free consultation?
Kathleen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kathleen's office. Some family law attorneys offer free consults — check Kathleen's current terms during booking.
How long do family law cases in New Hampshire typically take?
Simple family law 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. Kathleen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kathleen take my case if I'm outside Manchester?
Kathleen 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 — Kathleen 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 Kathleen?
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. Kathleen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kathleen accepting new family law clients right now?
Kathleen's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Family Law attorneys serving Manchester, Concord and Portsmouth in New Hampshire
Kathleen handles family law matters throughout New Hampshire. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified family law attorneys in that community.
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