Natalie Laflamme Honored as 40 Under Forty Recipient

36-year-old staff attorney at CASA of New Hampshire recognized for community service and advocacy work

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Natalie Laflamme, a 36-year-old staff attorney at CASA of New Hampshire, has been named a 40 Under Forty honoree by the Union Leader. Laflamme, a Berlin, NH native, is being recognized for her extensive community service and advocacy work, including volunteering as a judge for the We The People civic education program, serving on the NH Bar Association Gender Equality Committee, and providing pro bono legal services for school funding cases.

Why it matters

The 40 Under Forty award highlights the next generation of leaders in New Hampshire, recognizing young professionals who are making a positive impact in their communities through their careers and volunteer work. Laflamme's selection underscores her commitment to public service and using her legal expertise to advocate for important causes like education equity and environmental justice.

The details

In addition to her work at CASA of New Hampshire, which provides court-appointed special advocates for abused and neglected children, Laflamme also volunteers as a coach for youth soccer and softball leagues in the Merrimack Valley region. She has also served as a grant reader for the Environmental Justice for New England program. Laflamme credits her parents' example of community involvement as a key influence in her own dedication to giving back.

  • Laflamme was named a 40 Under Forty honoree on February 14, 2026.

The players

Natalie Laflamme

A 36-year-old staff attorney at CASA of New Hampshire who has been recognized as a 40 Under Forty honoree for her extensive community service and advocacy work.

CASA of New Hampshire

A non-profit organization that provides court-appointed special advocates for abused and neglected children in New Hampshire.

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What they’re saying

“The idea 'to whom much is given, much will be required' has always stuck with me. I'm very fortunate in a lot of ways and feel an obligation to pay that back.”

— Natalie Laflamme, Staff Attorney, CASA of New Hampshire (unionleader.com)

“If you want something, ask for it. The worst that can happen is that somebody says 'no.' But more often, you'll find that people are more generous and willing to help than you'd think.”

— Natalie Laflamme, Staff Attorney, CASA of New Hampshire (unionleader.com)

What’s next

Laflamme plans to continue her advocacy work at CASA of New Hampshire and in the local community, with a goal of eventually retiring early if her financial plans allow.

The takeaway

Natalie Laflamme's recognition as a 40 Under Forty honoree highlights the important role young professionals can play in driving positive change through community service and using their skills and expertise to advocate for important causes. Her story serves as an inspiration for other young people looking to make a difference in New Hampshire.