Business & More Attorney · Serving Portland, ME · 16+ Years Experience
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About David E. Schneider at a Glance
David E. Schneider is an Associate based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Bernstein Shur. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on employment, business, ip, tax, and m&a. Admitted to practice in New York (2010) and Maine (2012). Educated at The George Washington University Law School (J.D., 2009) and The George Washington University (B.A., 2006). Active member of Memberships Maine State Bar Association New York State Bar Association. Serves clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David E. Schneider
- Mr. David E. Schneider is a lawyer practicing business, corporate governance, health care and 5 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from The George Washington University in 2006, and has been licensed for 16 years
- David practices at Bernstein Shur in Portland, ME
Practice Areas Explained
David E. Schneider's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David E. Schneider handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Employment Law in Portland
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
David E. Schneider is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Maine →
Business & Corporate Law in Portland
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
David E. Schneider is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Maine →
Intellectual Property in Portland
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
David E. Schneider is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Maine →
Tax Law in Portland
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
David E. Schneider is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Maine →
Mergers & Acquisitions in Portland
David E. Schneider is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Maine →
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. Schneider
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. Schneider's practice in the field of employment, business, ip, tax, and m&a.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David E. Schneider brings 16+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York and Maine, David E. Schneider can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and ip, David E. Schneider 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. Schneider 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. Schneider Handles in Portland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David E. Schneider 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 David E. Schneider directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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