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James R. Erwin is a Partner based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Pierce Atwood LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in Maine (1978), U.S. District Court, District of Maine (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1985). Educated at Boston University (J.D., 1978) and Dartmouth College (A.B., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chair, Subcommittee, Litigation Section) American Judicature Society (Director, 2001—) American Counsel Association (Director, 2002—, American Bar Association. Serands clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. James R. Erwin is a lawyer practicing employment / labor, antitrust / trade law, employment and 1 other area of law
- James received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
- James practices at Pierce Atwood LLP in Portland, ME
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Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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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