Atty. James G. Goggin

Atty. James G. Goggin

Mr. James G.

Portland Portland 47 yrs experience 47 year
Call (857) 810-7304 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James G. Goggin at a glance

James G. Goggin is a Senior Counsel based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Verrill Dana LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, ip, litigation, environmental, and health care. Admitted to practice in Maine Supreme Judicial Court (1979), Maine (1979), United States District Court for the District of Maine (1979), and United States Supreme Court (1991). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1979) and Georgetown University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships Maine State Bar Association Maine Trial Lawyers Association American Intellectual Property Law Association. Serands clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James G. Goggin is a lawyer practicing intellectual property & technology, litigation & trial, fashion & design law and 9 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices at Verrill Dana LLP in Portland, ME

Practice Areas Explained

James G. Goggin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James G. Goggin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Civil Litigation

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

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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 James G. Goggin

Where is James G. Goggin's law office located?
James G. Goggin'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 James G. Goggin handle?
James G. Goggin focuses on business, ip, litigation, environmental, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maine.
How long has James G. Goggin practiced law?
James G. Goggin has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James G. Goggin go to law school?
James G. Goggin earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact James G. Goggin for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James G. Goggin received?
James G. Goggin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1979
B.A.
Georgetown University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maine Supreme Judicial Court
Admitted: 1979
Maine
Admitted: 1979
United States District Court for the District of Maine
Admitted: 1979
United States Supreme Court
Admitted: 1991
United States District Court for the Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1995
United States District Court for the District of Vermont
Admitted: 2003
United States District Court for the District of Utah
Admitted: 2003
United States District Court for the District of New Hampshire
Admitted: 2003
United States District Court for the Southern District of New York
Admitted: 2004
United States District Court for the District of Colorado
Admitted: 2004
United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Admitted: 2011
United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan United States Court of Appeals for
Admitted: 2014

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