John B. Loftus III

John B. Loftus III is a Family Law Lawyer at Brannen & Loftus, PLLC in Hanover, New Hampshire. For two decades, he has represented clients in divorce proceedings at trial and appellate levels across New Hampshire and Vermont. His practice includes complex marital estates, high-conflict parenting disputes, premarital matters, and post-divorce proceedings. He pursues practical resolutions through negotiation, mediation, settlement, or trial while protecting each client’s priorities.

John earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from George Washington University in 1988. He received his Juris Doctor from John Marshall Law School in 1997. His education strengthened his legal analysis, negotiation, writing, and courtroom advocacy abilities. He is admitted in New Hampshire and Vermont and before the United States District Court for the District of New Hampshire.

John has substantial family litigation, trial, appellate, and mediation experience. He previously served as a contract mediator for mandatory domestic cases through the New Hampshire Judicial Branch. He also advises clients participating in mediation and helps them evaluate proposed agreements. His representative work includes a 14-day trial involving allegations concerning $50 million in marital assets. He has also handled alimony, stalking, quiet title, and general civil litigation appeals.

John B. Loftus III has taught business and undergraduate courses as an adjunct faculty member at Franklin Pierce University since 1997. He has served on the Chesterfield School Board and held leadership positions with several community organizations. His experience reflects strategic thinking, thorough preparation, and determined advocacy in sensitive family disputes. He helps clients understand complex issues and pursue cost-effective solutions suited to their legal and financial circumstances.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Brannen & Loftus, PLLC
• Member, New Hampshire Bar Association
• Member, Vermont Bar Association

Licensed State

• Vermont
• New Hampshire

Education

• John Marshall Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• George Washington University
  BA in Economics

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