John Anthony Simmons, Sr.

John Anthony Simmons, Sr. is a Founding Member and Partner of Simmons & Ortlieb, PLLC in Hampton, New Hampshire. His practice primarily includes family law matters such as divorce and post-divorce disputes, parenting plans, child support, alimony, restraining orders, and modification proceedings. He also handles civil litigation, contracts, criminal defense, estate planning, and probate administration, giving his practice a broad courtroom and counseling focus.

John earned a B.A. in Spanish and International Affairs from the University of New Hampshire and a Master of Arts in Public Policy from Regent University. He received his J.D. from Franklin Pierce Law Center, now known as the University of New Hampshire Franklin Pierce School of Law. His academic background combines legal training with public policy and language study, supporting work that regularly involves families, courts, contracts, and public institutions.

John began his legal career as a prosecutor before entering private practice in 1999. His years in private practice have involved a wide range of clients and frequent courtroom work. He describes an educational approach to representation, explaining the legal rules, process, likely steps, and timing so clients understand what is happening. He also emphasizes listening closely to the facts clients provide and communicating with them throughout the matter.

John Anthony Simmons, Sr. has served in elected and appointed office at both the town and state levels while maintaining his legal practice. His work at Simmons & Ortlieb combines family law, litigation, criminal defense, estate planning, and probate matters. He focuses on informed advocacy and client communication, using experience as a former prosecutor and longtime private practitioner to guide clients through legal problems that can involve significant personal and financial consequences.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Simmons & Ortlieb, PLLC
• Member, New Hampshire Bar Association

Licensed State

• New Hampshire

Education

• Franklin Pierce Law Center
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of New Hampshire
  Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Spanish and International Affairs
• Regent University
  Master of Arts (MA) in Public Policy

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