Recognized Lawyers in Portland

Mike MurrayMichael Murray

Mike advises employers on business immigration, helping them recruit and retain international talent through employment-based visas, green card sponsorship and workforce planning. He works with health care employers and other organizations on physician immigration, I-9 compliance and USCIS site visits.

Robert MacdonaldRobert F. Macdonald

Bob advises clients on mergers and acquisitions tied to strategic growth and succession planning. He works with automotive dealer groups, franchisees, family-owned manufacturing and distribution companies, and entrepreneurs, and counsels businesses on franchise, corporate structure and compliance matters.

Abby BarkwellAbigail (Abby) Barkwell

Abby advises lenders, borrowers and financial institutions on banking and finance transactions, from business and real estate loans to structured finance, securitizations and debtor-in-possession financing. Her clients include regional banks, national corporations and closely held Maine businesses.

David SoleyDavid A. Soley

David leads Bernstein Shur’s Real Estate Litigation practice, representing property owners, developers, lenders, tenants, title insurers and individuals in disputes across Maine and northern New England. His work covers boundaries, easements, access, title, leases and purchase and sale agreements.

Mike BosseMichael R. Bosse

Mike represents developers, contractors, subcontractors and suppliers in construction law matters, from contract negotiation and administration to construction claims and litigation. He handles mechanic’s liens and Prompt Payment Act claims, as well as eminent domain and condemnation disputes.

Helen CoburnHelen Sterling Coburn

Helen advises entrepreneurs, startups and operating companies on capital markets and securities matters, including angel and venture capital financings and securities-law compliance. She also advises investors on offering documents and deal terms, and businesses on governance and corporate structure.

Rachael McEnteeRachael Becker McEntee

Rachael advises project sponsors, investors and financial institutions on renewable energy development, acquisitions and sales, including solar, wind and hydro projects. She guides clients through diligence, permitting and regulatory proceedings and advises on related environmental compliance and land use issues.

Chris DargieChris Dargie

Chris practices Corporate Law, focusing on mergers and acquisitions, startup law and finance, and corporate governance. He advises businesses at different stages of growth on transactions and other business matters. His work also includes business immigration and energy products trading and distribution.

Hawley StraitHawley R. Strait

Hawley advises developers, investors, owners and operators on commercial real estate acquisitions, development, financing, leasing and sales. He guides projects from purchase through permitting, construction and completion and serves as outside general counsel to real estate companies with continuing needs.