Atty. Elizabeth Connellan Smith

Atty. Elizabeth Connellan Smith

Elizabeth Connellan Smith is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, alternative dispute resolution, hospitality and 2 other areas of law. Elizabeth received a A.B. degree from Bowdoin College in 1987, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Portland Portland 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Elizabeth Connellan Smith at a glance

Elizabeth Connellan Smith is a Counsel based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Verrill Dana LLP. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Maine (1993), U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit (2001), U.S. Court of Appeals (First Circuit) (2002), and U.S. District Court for the District of Maine (2002). Educated at University of Maine School of Law (J.D., 1992) and Bowdoin College (A.B., 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Elizabeth Connellan Smith is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, alternative dispute resolution, hospitality and 2 other areas of law
  • Elizabeth received a A.B. degree from Bowdoin College in 1987, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Elizabeth practices at Verrill Dana LLP in Portland, ME

Practice Areas Explained

Elizabeth Connellan Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Elizabeth Connellan Smith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Elizabeth Connellan Smith is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Maine →

Civil Litigation

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

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Elizabeth Connellan Smith is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Maine →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Elizabeth Connellan Smith is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Maine →

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 Elizabeth Connellan Smith

Where is Elizabeth Connellan Smith's law office located?
Elizabeth Connellan Smith's law practice is located in Portland, Maine. The firm is Verrill Dana LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Elizabeth Connellan Smith handle?
Elizabeth Connellan Smith focuses on employment, litigation, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maine.
How long has Elizabeth Connellan Smith practiced law?
Elizabeth Connellan Smith has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Elizabeth Connellan Smith go to law school?
Elizabeth Connellan Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (A.B., 1987).
How can I contact Elizabeth Connellan Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Elizabeth Connellan Smith 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 Elizabeth Connellan Smith received?
Elizabeth Connellan Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Maine School of Law
- 1992
A.B.
Bowdoin College
- 1987

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maine
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit
Admitted: 2001
U.S. Court of Appeals (First Circuit)
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court for the District of Maine
Admitted: 2002
Massachusetts
Admitted: 2007

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