Atty. Peter Clifford

Atty. Peter Clifford

Mr. Peter Clifford is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, products liability and 18 other areas of law.

Portland Portland 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter Clifford at a glance

Peter Clifford is a Partner based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Clifford & Clifford, LLC. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wills, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Maine (1991), Massachusetts (1991), and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1992). Educated at University of Maine (J.D., 1991) and Boston College, Carroll School of Management (B.S., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Maine Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Peter Clifford is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, products liability and 18 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.S. degree from Boston College, Carroll School of Management in 1982, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Peter practices at Clifford & Clifford, LLC in Portland, ME

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Clifford's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Peter Clifford is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Maine →

Wills

Peter Clifford is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Maine →

Medical Malpractice

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

Peter Clifford is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Maine →

Wrongful Death

Peter Clifford is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Maine →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Peter Clifford is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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 Peter Clifford

Where is Peter Clifford's law office located?
Peter Clifford's law practice is located in Portland, Maine. The firm is Clifford & Clifford, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Clifford handle?
Peter Clifford focuses on car accidents, wills, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maine.
How long has Peter Clifford practiced law?
Peter Clifford has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Peter Clifford go to law school?
Peter Clifford earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact Peter Clifford for a consultation?
You can contact Peter Clifford 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 Peter Clifford received?
Peter Clifford's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Maine
- 1991
B.S.
Boston College, Carroll School of Management
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maine
Admitted: 1991
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1992

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