Atty. Michael Brendan Doherty

Atty. Michael Brendan Doherty

Michael Brendan Doherty is a lawyer practicing general liability, medical malpractice, insurance defense and 5 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1998, and has been licensed for 24 years.

Portland Portland 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Brendan Doherty at a glance

Michael Brendan Doherty is a Director based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Preti, Flaherty, Beliveau & Pachios, LLP. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, employment, product liability, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (2002), Rhode Island (2003), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (2003), and U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island (2004). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 2001) and Boston College (B.A., 1998). Active member of Massachusetts, Rhode Island and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Brendan Doherty is a lawyer practicing general liability, medical malpractice, insurance defense and 5 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1998, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Michael practices at Preti, Flaherty, Beliveau & Pachios, LLP in Portland, ME and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Brendan Doherty's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Brendan Doherty handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Employment Law

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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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 Michael Brendan Doherty

Where is Michael Brendan Doherty's law office located?
Michael Brendan Doherty's law practice is located in Portland, Maine. The firm is Preti, Flaherty, Beliveau & Pachios, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Brendan Doherty handle?
Michael Brendan Doherty focuses on medical malpractice, employment, product liability, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maine.
How long has Michael Brendan Doherty practiced law?
Michael Brendan Doherty has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Michael Brendan Doherty go to law school?
Michael Brendan Doherty earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1998).
How can I contact Michael Brendan Doherty for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 2001
B.A.
Boston College
- 1998

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 2002
Rhode Island
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island
Admitted: 2004
Connecticut
Admitted: 2015

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