James J. Bianco, Jr. (retired)

James Bianco Retired Attorney

Attorney James J. Bianco, Jr., who retired in 2026 after a distinguished 51-year career in the practice of law, had a broad field of legal and professional work. He worked with clients in a variety of different areas, including business development, education and employment law, estate planning, and other general civil matters, and argued before the New Hampshire Supreme Court on several occasions. Jim also focused his extensive experience on legislative advocacy, government relations, and other regulatory issues. He enjoyed connecting with all types of clients.

Jim focused part of his practice on assisting clients with their business creation, development, and expansion. He worked with many types of businesses, including energy, utility, and housing entities, to help design and implement substantial expansions of their businesses in New Hampshire. Jim maintained connections with members of local and state development authorities and assisted clients by providing the right information from the right people at the right time. He had a strong background in employment law and represented clients in reaching amicable resolutions with their employers. 

Part of Jim’s practice also included government relations and client advocacy. Over the years, he was involved in several significant legislative initiatives on behalf of clients, particularly in the areas of energy, dental health, housing, child protection, and healthcare matters. Jim appeared on behalf of clients before the NH House, Senate, and Executive Council. He worked closely with NH governors dating back to Governor Hugh Gallen and had extensive experience in state regulatory matters and administrative law.

As a young attorney at the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services, Jim helped develop the state’s adoption law. He spent years focusing a portion of his practice on domestic adoption and helped author New Hampshire’s surrogacy statute. 

Jim devoted his law practice to understanding the intricacies of the law and how those details impact his clients. His passion for people and problem solving enabled him to represent clients enthusiastically, no matter the area of the law.

Jim earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from the University of New Hampshire and his Juris Doctor from Suffolk University Law School. He was recognized by Business NH Magazine as one of the top-rated government relations professionals in the state. In 2013, Jim received the prestigious Angel in Adoption award by the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute. He also received recognition as a New Hampshire “Super Lawyer” year after year.

To reach the professionals at Bianco Professional Association, please call 603-225-7170 or 800-262-8112.