Atty. Michael B. Peisner
Michael B. Peisner is a lawyer practicing corporate, energy, business law and 3 other areas of law.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Portland, ME · 47+ Years Experience
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About Michael B. Peisner at a Glance
Michael B. Peisner is a Member based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Curtis Thaxter LLC. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, tax, and energy. Admitted to practice in Michigan (Inactive) (1979), Massachusetts U.S. District Court of Maine U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1984), and Maine (1986). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1979) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Maine State (Chairman, Task Force on Limited Liability Companies, 1992-1994) and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael B. Peisner
- Michael B. Peisner is a lawyer practicing corporate, energy, business law and 3 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Michael practices at Curtis Thaxter LLC in Portland, ME
Practice Areas Explained
Michael B. Peisner's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael B. Peisner handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Business & Corporate Law in Portland
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Tax Law in Portland
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Michael B. Peisner is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Maine →
Energy & Utilities Law in Portland
Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
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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 Michael B. Peisner
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 Michael B. Peisner's practice in the field of business, tax, and energy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael B. Peisner brings 47+ 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 Michigan (Inactive), Massachusetts U.S. District Court of Maine U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts, and Maine, Michael B. Peisner can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, tax, and energy, Michael B. Peisner 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 Michael B. Peisner 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 Michael B. Peisner Handles in Portland
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