Atty. John Stedman Whitman

Atty. John Stedman Whitman

Mr. John Stedman Whitman is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate, legal ethics and professional responsibility, civil litigation and 4 other areas of law.

Portland Portland 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About John Stedman Whitman at a glance

John Stedman Whitman is a Director based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Richardson, Whitman, Large & Badger A Professional Corporation. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, commercial re, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1973) and Maine (1976). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1972) and Harvard University (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Maine Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. John Stedman Whitman is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate, legal ethics and professional responsibility, civil litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1967, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • John practices at Richardson, Whitman, Large & Badger A Professional Corporation in Portland, ME

Practice Areas Explained

John Stedman Whitman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Stedman Whitman 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Commercial Real Estate

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Product Liability

John Stedman Whitman is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Maine →

Civil Litigation

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

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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 John Stedman Whitman

Where is John Stedman Whitman's law office located?
John Stedman Whitman's law practice is located in Portland, Maine. The firm is Richardson, Whitman, Large & Badger A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Stedman Whitman handle?
John Stedman Whitman focuses on business, real estate, commercial re, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maine.
How long has John Stedman Whitman practiced law?
John Stedman Whitman has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did John Stedman Whitman go to law school?
John Stedman Whitman earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact John Stedman Whitman for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Stedman Whitman received?
John Stedman Whitman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1972
B.A.
Harvard University
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1973
Maine
Admitted: 1976

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