- Successfully argued before the New Hampshire Supreme Court on behalf of a group of commercial tenants against their landlord who had breached their lease agreements.
- Successfully defended former owner/high-level executive of a for-profit hospital group against a $2.4 million dollar contribution claim, limiting liability award to ten percent, later substantially reduced in settlement.
- Part of patent litigation team representing a leader of fully automated, high-precision, high-speed die bonding and epoxy dispensing systems that successfully won the country’s first-ever bench trial held on the issue of IPR estoppel and after five years of litigation, successfully defended a $40 million dollar claim by obtaining summary judgment based on patent invalidity.
- Successfully argued before the District of New Hampshire with the American Civil Liberties Union on behalf of a noncriminal noncitizen to obtain habeas relief after her due process rights had been violated when she was detained in ICE’s custody for over 10 months.
Bryanna K. Devonshire
Shareholder
Manchester
Phone:(603) 627-8109
Fax:(603) 641-2307
Email:bdevonshire@sheehan.com
ABOUT BRYANNA K. DEVONSHIRE
Over the past decade, Bry has helped clients resolve high-stakes legal disputes-bringing a practical, strategic mindset to litigation throughout New Hampshire, Vermont, and Massachusetts. As a Shareholder at Sheehan Phinney, Bry’s litigation practice spans a wide range of matters, including business and commercial disputes, environmental litigation, patent litigation, construction law, and guardianship matters.
Known for a straightforward, practical approach, Bry helps clients see the full legal and strategic landscape so they can make informed decisions that align with their goals. Bry provides honest, strategic advice and relentless advocacy-whether in the courtroom or at the negotiating table.
Bry has successfully argued appeals before the New Hampshire Supreme Court and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit, securing favorable results in complex matters. Clients value Bry’s down-to-earth demeanor, sharp legal insight, and commitment to results.
Licensed in New Hampshire, Vermont, and Massachusetts, Bry brings a regional perspective and courtroom experience that makes a difference.
KEY CASES
EDUCATION
- J.D., magna cum laude, Vermont Law School
- B.A., cum laude, Middlebury College
ADMISSIONS, MEMBERSHIPS & CERTIFICATIONS
- State of New Hampshire
- Commonwealth of Massachusetts
- State of Vermont
- United States District Court for the District of New Hampshire
- United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
- United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit
- United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts
AWARDS
- Rising Star by New England Super Lawyers®, Business Litigation
- Environmental Mission Scholar, Vermont Law School
- Middlebury College/Vermont Law School Scholar
- Articles Editor, Vermont Law Review
- Best Oralist, Advanced Appellate Advocacy
- Semi-finalist, Emory Civil Rights and Liberties Moot Court Competition
PUBLICATIONS
- NH Legal Perspective: How NH contractors can safeguard their interests with mechanic’s liens
- Government regulation of AI – when is it coming?
- Online ‘Influencer’ Rules
- NH Utility's Next Big Expenditure: Batteries in Your Garage
INDUSTRY & CIVIC INVOLVEMENT
- Member, Board of Directors for Seacoast Family Promise
- Member, Young Professionals in Energy Boston
- Co-Chair of the Fundraising Committee and Lead Class Agent, Middlebury College
- Co-Chair of the Fundraising Committee and Lead Class Agent, Phillips Exeter Academy
ATTORNEY /
Bryanna K. Devonshire
Shareholder
Manchester
ABOUT BRYANNA K. DEVONSHIRE
Over the past decade, Bry has helped clients resolve high-stakes legal disputes-bringing a practical, strategic mindset to litigation throughout New Hampshire, Vermont, and Massachusetts. As a Shareholder at Sheehan Phinney, Bry’s litigation practice spans a wide range of matters, including business and commercial disputes, environmental litigation, patent litigation, construction law, and guardianship matters.
KEY CASES
Successfully argued before the New Hampshire Supreme Court on behalf of a group of commercial tenants against their landlord who had breached their lease agreements.
Successfully defended former owner/high-level executive of a for-profit hospital group against a $2.4 million dollar contribution claim, limiting liability award to ten percent, later substantially reduced in settlement.
Part of patent litigation team representing a leader of fully automated, high-precision, high-speed die bonding and epoxy dispensing systems that successfully won the country’s first-ever bench trial held on the issue of IPR estoppel and after five years of litigation, successfully defended a $40 million dollar claim by obtaining summary judgment based on patent invalidity.
Successfully argued before the District of New Hampshire with the American Civil Liberties Union on behalf of a noncriminal noncitizen to obtain habeas relief after her due process rights had been violated when she was detained in ICE’s custody for over 10 months.
EDUCATION
- J.D., magna cum laude, Vermont Law School
- B.A., cum laude, Middlebury College
ADMISSIONS, MEMBERSHIPS & CERTIFICATIONS
- State of New Hampshire
- Commonwealth of Massachusetts
- State of Vermont
- United States District Court for the District of New Hampshire
- United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
- United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit
- United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts
AWARDS
- Rising Star by New England Super Lawyers®, Business Litigation
- Environmental Mission Scholar, Vermont Law School
- Middlebury College/Vermont Law School Scholar
- Articles Editor, Vermont Law Review
- Best Oralist, Advanced Appellate Advocacy
- Semi-finalist, Emory Civil Rights and Liberties Moot Court Competition
PUBLICATIONS
INDUSTRY & CIVIC INVOLVEMENT
- Member, Board of Directors for Seacoast Family Promise
- Member, Young Professionals in Energy Boston
- Co-Chair of the Fundraising Committee and Lead Class Agent, Middlebury College
- Co-Chair of the Fundraising Committee and Lead Class Agent, Phillips Exeter Academy