Atty. David E. "Dave" Barry
Dave Barry is a partner in Pierce Atwood’s Litigation Practice Group. Dave served as the firm’s managing partner from 2016 through 2025.
'Bet The Company' Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Portland, ME
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About David E. "Dave" Barry at a Glance
David E. "Dave" Barry is a criminal defense, business, white collar, litigation, and energy attorney based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Pierce Atwood LLP. Admitted to practice in United States, Illinois, United States, Maine, and United States, Massachusetts. Educated at Williams College (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Portland (ME) (2026), Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy), Portland (ME) (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation (2026). Serves clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David E. "Dave" Barry
- Dave Barry is a partner in Pierce Atwood’s Litigation Practice Group
- Dave served as the firm’s managing partner from 2016 through 2025
- Previously, Dave was chair of the firm’s Litigation Practice Group and chaired the firm’s Government Investigations and White Collar Criminal Defense practice
- Dave has managed complex business litigation in federal and state courts and has extensive experience assisting clients with government enforcement and compliance matters involving potential criminal penalties
- His practice has included representing corporate and individual clients (directors, officers, and other employees) in connection with internal investigations and federal and state criminal and regulatory investigations and enforcement matters, including U.S
- Department of Justice and Securities and Exchange Commission investigations, banking and financial crimes, environmental crimes and health care fraud
Practice Areas Explained
David E. "Dave" Barry's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David E. "Dave" Barry handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Criminal Defense in Portland
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Business & Corporate Law in Portland
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White Collar Crimes in Portland
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Civil Litigation in Portland
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Energy & Utilities Law in Portland
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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 David E. "Dave" Barry
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 David E. "Dave" Barry's practice in the field of criminal defense, business, white collar, litigation, and energy.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in United States, Illinois, United States, Maine, and United States, Massachusetts, David E. "Dave" Barry can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, business, and white collar, David E. "Dave" Barry 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 David E. "Dave" Barry 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 David E. "Dave" Barry Handles in Portland
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