Atty. Eric R. Herlan

Atty. Eric R. Herlan

Mr. Eric R.

Portland Portland 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Eric R. Herlan at a glance

Eric R. Herlan is a employment and education attorney based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Drummond Woodsum. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Educated at University of Maine School of Law (J.D., 1987) and Columbia University (Ph.D. University, 1987). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Eric R. Herlan is a lawyer practicing labor law, school law
  • Eric received a Ph.D. degree from Columbia University in 1987, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Eric practices at Drummond Woodsum in Portland, ME

Practice Areas Explained

Eric R. Herlan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric R. Herlan 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.

Eric R. Herlan is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Maine →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Eric R. Herlan is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education 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 Eric R. Herlan

Where is Eric R. Herlan's law office located?
Eric R. Herlan's law practice is located in Portland, Maine. The firm is Drummond Woodsum. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric R. Herlan handle?
Eric R. Herlan focuses on employment, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maine.
How long has Eric R. Herlan practiced law?
Eric R. Herlan has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Eric R. Herlan go to law school?
Eric R. Herlan earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (Ph.D. University, 1987).
How can I contact Eric R. Herlan for a consultation?
You can contact Eric R. Herlan 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 Eric R. Herlan received?
Eric R. Herlan's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Maine School of Law
- 1987
Ph.D. University
Columbia University
- 1987

Awards

BV Distinguished

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