Atty. David Edward Flotten
David Edward Flotten is a lawyer practicing litigation, labor, employee relations. David received a B.A. degree from Gustavus Adolphus College in 1989, and has been licensed for 32 years.
Employee Relations & More Attorney · Serving Portland, ME · 32+ Years Experience
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About David Edward Flotten at a Glance
David Edward Flotten is a employment and litigation attorney based in Portland, Maine. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1994) and U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1995). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1993) and Gustavus Adolphus College (B.A., 1989). Serves clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Edward Flotten
- David Edward Flotten is a lawyer practicing litigation, labor, employee relations
- David received a B.A. degree from Gustavus Adolphus College in 1989, and has been licensed for 32 years
- David practices in Portland, ME
Practice Areas Explained
David Edward Flotten's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Edward Flotten 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 Edward Flotten is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Maine →
Civil Litigation in Portland
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
David Edward Flotten is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Edward Flotten
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 Edward Flotten's practice in the field of employment and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Edward Flotten brings 32+ 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 Minnesota and U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit, David Edward Flotten can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment and litigation, David Edward Flotten 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 Edward Flotten 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 Edward Flotten Handles in Portland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David Edward Flotten 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.
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