About Our Firm


At Mulhern & Scott, PLLC, we bring generations of excellence to every client relationship. Founded by Sally and David Mulhern in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, in 1988, our firm has been a cornerstone of the community for nearly 40 years. We specialize in estate planning, trust and estate administration, and business and contractual law, providing personalized legal services that are crafted with care and precision.


In 1991, Peter Scott joined the practice, and in 2020, the next generation took its place when James Mulhern became part of the firm. This multigenerational approach allows us to blend decades of experience with fresh perspectives, ensuring our clients receive unparalleled service tailored to their unique needs.


Our commitment to relationship-driven service, unparalleled quality, and unwavering ethics is at the core of everything we do. We craft estate plans, documents, and legal strategies with meticulous attention to detail, helping our clients protect and celebrate their achievements. Whether you're planning for the future, administering a trust, or navigating complex business matters, Mulhern & Scott, PLLC, is here to guide you every step of the way.
  • Relationship Driven

    We are a multigeneration family law firm dedicated to putting our clients first. Alongside our experienced attorneys, our outstanding team of paralegals collaborates at every stage of an engagement. Our approach allows us to manage a substantial caseload efficiently while responding promptly to our clients’ needs. Fundamentally, it provides the best service to our clients, many of whom develop friendly, first-name relationships with our team.

  • Unparalleled Quality

    Our attorneys are nationally recognized for tackling the most complex challenges in our practice areas. Even with our broad reach, we remain steadfast in our commitment to our local community. We strive to deliver excellence to every client, regardless of net worth. Our full comprehensive range of knowledge and skills are brought to each client’s unique situation. We firmly believe that every client deserves nothing less than outstanding quality service.

  • Unwavering Ethics

    We take our duties and responsibilities as attorneys, trusted advisors, and fiduciaries with the utmost seriousness. We do not cut corners or compromise our standards. We are committed to honesty and integrity in all matters. For the attorney–client relationship to thrive, trust is essential, and we do everything in our power to earn and to maintain that trust through our rigorous standards.

Our Team


Our team of dedicated experts is committed to crafting your legal success with generations of excellence.