Atty. Christopher M. Dargie
Having served as lead counsel to multi-national organizations on major M&A transactions, fledgling startups looking to raise capital, and countless other companies on virtually every matter in between, Chris has the experience and insight that runs the gamut of business law. His sharp business acumen and superior negotiating skills have enabled Chris to build his legal practice from the ground up to the highest level—all while keeping the facts straightforward and plainspoken.
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About Christopher M. Dargie at a glance
Christopher M. Dargie is a business attorney based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Bernstein, Shur, Sawyer & Nelson PA. Educated at University of Maine School of Law (J.D., 2005). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Serands clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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Having served as lead counsel to multi-national organizations on major M&A transactions, fledgling startups looking to raise capital, and countless other companies on virtually every matter in between, Chris has the experience and insight that runs the gamut of business law. His sharp business acumen and superior negotiating skills have enabled Chris to build his legal practice from the ground up to the highest level—all while keeping the facts straightforward and plainspoken.
Even when the business road gets rocky, Chris’s focus never wavers from providing the most strategic, practical counsel to every client, every time. His ability to streamline complicated business deals into a measured process can turn even the most daunting transaction into a smooth enterprise. Chris has been listed as a SuperLawyers Rising Star from 2014-2017 and holds a distinguished rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
Chris is also very experienced in:- Energy products trading and distribution
- Representing craft breweries
- Startup law and finance
- Outdoor risk management
- Business immigration
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Christopher M. Dargie's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher M. Dargie handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Maine
Practicing law in Maine. Legal matters in Maine are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Portland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maine state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maine brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Maine courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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