Atty. Edward C. Lawrence

Atty. Edward C. Lawrence

Edward C. Lawrence is a lawyer practicing asset management & securities, business, financial regulation & compliance and 3 other areas of law.

Portland Portland 32 yrs experience 32 year
Call (207) 870-4100 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Edward C. Lawrence at a glance

Edward C. Lawrence is an Of Counsel based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Bernstein Shur. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, securities, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1994), Massachusetts (1997), and Maine (2004). Educated at Saint Louis University (Washington University, 1994) and Clark University (B.A., 1991). Active member of MEMBERSHIPS Maine State Bar Association. Serands clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Edward C. Lawrence is a lawyer practicing asset management & securities, business, financial regulation & compliance and 3 other areas of law
  • Edward received a B.A. degree from Clark University in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Edward practices at Bernstein Shur in Portland, ME

Practice Areas Explained

Edward C. Lawrence's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edward C. Lawrence handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Securities Law

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Consumer Protection

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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 Edward C. Lawrence

Where is Edward C. Lawrence's law office located?
Edward C. Lawrence's law practice is located in Portland, Maine. The firm is Bernstein Shur. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward C. Lawrence handle?
Edward C. Lawrence focuses on contracts, business, securities, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maine.
How long has Edward C. Lawrence practiced law?
Edward C. Lawrence has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Edward C. Lawrence go to law school?
Edward C. Lawrence earned their education at (Washington University, 1994); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Edward C. Lawrence for a consultation?
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Education

Washington University
Saint Louis University
- 1994
B.A.
Clark University
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1994
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1997
Maine
Admitted: 2004

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