Atty. Daniel E. Harris
Daniel E. Harris is a lawyer practicing energy law, public utilities, project finance and 3 other areas of law.
Energy Law & More Attorney · Serving Portland, ME · 64+ Years Experience
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About Daniel E. Harris at a Glance
Daniel E. Harris is a business, construction, energy, and international attorney based in Portland, Maine. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Admitted to practice in Connecticut U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. (1962). Educated at Yale University (J.D., 1962) and Yale University (B.E., 1959). Serves clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel E. Harris
- Daniel E. Harris is a lawyer practicing energy law, public utilities, project finance and 3 other areas of law
- Daniel E. received a B.E. degree from Yale University in 1959, and has been licensed for 64 years
- Daniel E. practices in Portland, ME
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel E. Harris's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel E. Harris handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Business & Corporate Law in Portland
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Daniel E. Harris is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Maine →
Construction Law in Portland
Daniel E. Harris is one of 40,302 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Maine →
Energy & Utilities Law in Portland
Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
Daniel E. Harris is one of 35,985 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Maine →
International Law in Portland
International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Portland
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 venue, 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.
Portland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Portland-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Portland Choose Daniel E. Harris
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Daniel E. Harris's practice in the field of business, construction, energy, and international.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel E. Harris brings 64+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, construction, and energy, Daniel E. Harris can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Portland
A Portland-based practice means Daniel E. Harris attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Daniel E. Harris Handles in Portland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel E. Harris has experience with under Maine law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Daniel E. Harris directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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