Atty. Michael D. Traister

Atty. Michael D. Traister

Michael D. Traister is a lawyer practicing business litigation, construction litigation, commercial litigation and 7 other areas of law.

Portland Portland 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael D. Traister at a glance

Michael D. Traister is a Partner based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Murray, Plumb & Murray. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, zoning, construction, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Maine (1995), U.S. District Court, District of Maine (1995), Massachusetts (1996), and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (2000). Educated at University of Maine (J.D., 1995) and Brandeis University (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Cumberland, Maine State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael D. Traister is a lawyer practicing business litigation, construction litigation, commercial litigation and 7 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Brandeis University in 1990, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Michael practices at Murray, Plumb & Murray in Portland, ME

Practice Areas Explained

Michael D. Traister's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael D. Traister 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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Land Use & Zoning

Michael D. Traister is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Maine →

Construction Law

Michael D. Traister is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Maine →

Civil Litigation

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

Michael D. Traister is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Maine →

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 D. Traister

Where is Michael D. Traister's law office located?
Michael D. Traister's law practice is located in Portland, Maine. The firm is Murray, Plumb & Murray. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael D. Traister handle?
Michael D. Traister focuses on business, real estate, zoning, construction, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maine.
How long has Michael D. Traister practiced law?
Michael D. Traister has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Michael D. Traister go to law school?
Michael D. Traister earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Michael D. Traister for a consultation?
You can contact Michael D. Traister directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael D. Traister received?
Michael D. Traister's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Maine
- 1995
B.A.
Brandeis University
- 1990

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maine
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, District of Maine
Admitted: 1995
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 2000

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