Atty. David P. Very

Atty. David P. Very

Mr. David P.

Portland Portland 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About David P. Very at a glance

David P. Very is a Member based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Norman, Hanson & DeTroy, LLC. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on personal injury, real estate, product liability, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Maine (1989) and U.S. District Court, District of Maine U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1989). Educated at University of Maine School of Law (J.D., 1989) and University of Rhode Island (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Cumberland County and Maine State Bar Associations Defense Research Institute, Member Maine Trial Lawyers Association, Member. Serands clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. David P. Very is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, professional negligence, products liability and 2 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of Rhode Island in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • David practices at Norman, Hanson & DeTroy, LLC in Portland, ME

Practice Areas Explained

David P. Very's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David P. Very handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

David P. Very is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Maine →

Product Liability

David P. Very is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Maine →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

David P. Very is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Maine →

Insurance Law

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David P. Very

Where is David P. Very's law office located?
David P. Very's law practice is located in Portland, Maine. The firm is Norman, Hanson & DeTroy, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David P. Very handle?
David P. Very focuses on personal injury, real estate, product liability, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maine.
How long has David P. Very practiced law?
David P. Very has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did David P. Very go to law school?
David P. Very earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact David P. Very for a consultation?
You can contact David P. Very directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David P. Very received?
David P. Very's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Maine School of Law
- 1989
B.A.
University of Rhode Island
- 1984

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Maine
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, District of Maine U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1989

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