Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Portland, ME · 51+ Years Experience
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About Mark E. Dunlap at a Glance
Mark E. Dunlap is a Senior Attorney based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Peter Thompson & Associates. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, civil rights, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Maine (1975), U.S. District Court, District of Maine (1975), U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1986), and U.S. Supreme Court (1987). Educated at University of Maine (J.D., 1975) and Bowdoin College (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Cumberland (Past President) and Maine State Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Maine Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark E. Dunlap
- Mr. Mark E. Dunlap is a lawyer practicing litigation, business litigation, employment law and 2 other areas of law
- Mark received a B.A. degree from Bowdoin College in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
- Mark practices at Peter Thompson & Associates in Portland, ME
Practice Areas Explained
Mark E. Dunlap's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark E. Dunlap handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Employment Law in Portland
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business & Corporate Law in Portland
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Mark E. Dunlap is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Maine →
Civil Litigation in Portland
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Mark E. Dunlap is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Maine →
Civil Rights in Portland
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Appellate Practice in Portland
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Portland
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 venue, 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.
Portland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Portland-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Portland Choose Mark E. Dunlap
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Mark E. Dunlap's practice in the field of employment, business, litigation, civil rights, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark E. Dunlap brings 51+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Maine, U.S. District Court, District of Maine, and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit, Mark E. Dunlap can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and litigation, Mark E. Dunlap can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Portland
A Portland-based practice means Mark E. Dunlap attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Mark E. Dunlap Handles in Portland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Mark E. Dunlap has experience with under Maine law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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