Paula Hawkins

Paula Hawkins works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win. If your case is successful, the attorney's fee is a percentage of your settlement or award — typically 15–25% in New Hampshire. There are no upfront costs and no fees if you don't recover.

Paula Hawkins handles all types of workers' compensation cases in New Hampshire, including Permanent Disability, Workers Compensation, Employer Retaliation, denied claims, permanent disability ratings, and workers' comp appeals.

In New Hampshire, you generally must report your injury to your employer within 30 days and file a formal claim within 1–2 years of the injury date. These deadlines are strict — missing them can cost you your benefits. Contact Paula immediately after any workplace injury.

Yes — claim denials are one of Paula Hawkins's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 8 years of experience in New Hampshire workers' comp law, Paula knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.

Paula Hawkins primarily serves clients in Dover and the surrounding New Hampshire area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in New Hampshire and were injured at work, contact Paula's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.