Energy Law & More Attorney · Serving Portland, ME · 42+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About Patrick J. Scully at a Glance
Patrick J. Scully is a Chief Executive Officer based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Bernstein Shur. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on government and energy. Educated at Maine School of Law (J.D., 1984) and Dartmouth College (A.B., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of MEMBERSHIPS Maine State Bar Association Cumberland County Bar Association American Bar Association. Serves clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Get Legal Help from Patrick J. Scully in Portland
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About Patrick J. Scully
- Mr. Patrick J. Scully is a lawyer practicing wind energy, energy law, federal regulation and 1 other area of law
- Patrick received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Patrick practices at Bernstein Shur in Portland, ME
Practice Areas Explained
Patrick J. Scully's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick J. Scully handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Government & Administrative Law in Portland
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Patrick J. Scully is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Maine →
Energy & Utilities Law in Portland
Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
Patrick J. Scully is one of 35,985 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Maine →
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.
Looking for additional Maine attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Portland or all attorneys in Maine.
Frequently Asked
Common Questions About Patrick J. Scully
Where is Patrick J. Scully's law office located?
What practice areas does Patrick J. Scully handle?
How long has Patrick J. Scully practiced law?
Where did Patrick J. Scully go to law school?
How can I contact Patrick J. Scully for a consultation?
What awards or recognition has Patrick J. Scully received?
Professional Profile
Why Clients in Portland Choose Patrick J. Scully
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 Patrick J. Scully's practice in the field of government and energy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick J. Scully brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering government and energy, Patrick J. Scully 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 Patrick J. Scully attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Search Reference
How People Find Patrick J. Scully Online
Prospective clients searching for legal help in Portland commonly use a combination of the attorney's name and their specific legal need. The following search terms frequently lead people to this profile and to attorneys like Patrick J. Scully.
If any of the above matches what you searched for, you've found the right profile. Use the contact options at the top of this page to get in touch with Patrick J. Scully directly.
Patrick J. Scully's Practice Areas & Specializations
Education & Law School Background
Awards & Professional Honors
Client Reviews & Ratings — Patrick J. Scully
No reviews yet.