14+ Years
Legal Experience
About Lauren Breda
Lauren Breda is an integral part of Shaheen and Gordon’s criminal defense group, bringing a wealth of experience to clients in Concord, New Hampshire. A native of the state, Lauren has spent over ten years immersed in the court system, gaining experience both behind the scenes as a law clerk and in the courtroom as a public defender.
Lauren represents clients facing serious misdemeanor and felony charges, including homicide, physical and sexual assaults, thefts, drug offenses, driving while intoxicated, other driving offenses, and juvenile matters. Her approach is client-centered, focusing on the individual goals of each client, whether that involves mitigating potential consequences or advocating for them through trial.
Prior to her current role, Lauren served as a trial counsel at the New Hampshire Public Defender, where she represented over a thousand clients in various cases, from driving offenses to homicides. Her extensive courtroom experience spans several counties in New Hampshire.
In addition to her practice, Lauren is actively involved with the University of New Hampshire School of Law, where she teaches a course in Advanced Trial Advocacy.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
New Hampshire Car Accident Laws
Understanding New Hampshire's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
3 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
modified comparative fault (51%)
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$25K/$50K/$25K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of cases does Lauren Breda handle?
Lauren Breda handles serious misdemeanor and felony cases, including homicide, assaults, thefts, drug offenses, and driving offenses.
What is Lauren Breda's approach to criminal defense?
Lauren Breda takes a client-centered approach, focusing on mitigating consequences and advocating for fair resolutions or trials.
Where did Lauren Breda work before joining Shaheen and Gordon?
Before joining Shaheen and Gordon, Lauren Breda worked as a trial counsel at the New Hampshire Public Defender.
Does Lauren Breda have teaching experience?
Yes, Lauren Breda teaches a course in Advanced Trial Advocacy at the University of New Hampshire School of Law.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Lauren Breda for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Lauren for a free case review



