Heather V. Menezes

Heather V. Menezes is a partner at Shaheen & Gordon, P.A., where she advocates for individuals harmed by negligence, workplace accidents, or medical errors. Her practice includes personal injury, workers’ compensation, wrongful death, and vaccine-related claims, providing clients with trusted, results-focused representation throughout New Hampshire.

Heather earned her Juris Doctor from the University of New Hampshire School of Law, where she served as an editor of the Pierce Law Review. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Providence College. Her legal education and writing background support her work in complex litigation and appellate matters.

Heather represents clients in New Hampshire’s state and federal courts, the Department of Labor, and the New Hampshire Supreme Court. She is also admitted to the United States Court of Federal Claims, where she handles vaccine-related injury cases through the specialized Vaccine Injury Compensation Program.

Heather’s experience includes clerkships with the Hillsborough North Superior Court, where she served as both a law clerk and a senior law clerk. This judicial experience deepened her understanding of court procedures and strengthened her advocacy in injury-related cases across various legal forums.

Heather is recognized for her compassionate approach and tireless advocacy. She has helped clients recover compensation in cases involving serious injury, disability, and loss. Her focus on justice and client care ensures each individual receives personal attention and strategic legal guidance.

Heather V. Menezes is active in professional organizations, including the New Hampshire Association for Justice, Court of Federal Claims Bar Association, and Vaccine Injured Petitioners Bar Association. Since 2023, she has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America® for Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs, reflecting her respected status in the legal community.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Shaheen & Gordon, P.A.
• Executive Director, Daniel Webster-Batchelder American Inn of Court
• Member, New Hampshire Association for Justice
• Member, Vaccine Injured Petitioners Bar Association
• Member, Court of Federal Claims Bar Association
• Member, New Hampshire Women’s Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association

Licensed State

• New Hampshire

Education

• University of New Hampshire School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Providence College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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