Atty. Phillip E. Johnson
Best Lawyers in America, Legal Malpractice; New England Super Lawyers, Professional Liability; Associate Editor, Case Western Reserve University Law Review, 1973-1974. Partner, 1983-1992, Pierce Atwood, Portland and Augusta, Maine.
Aviation Liability & More Attorney · Serving Topsham, ME · 51+ Years Experience
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About Phillip E. Johnson at a Glance
Phillip E. Johnson is a Member based in Topsham, Maine, practicing at Johnson & Webbert, LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on business, product liability, litigation, insurance, and aviation. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1975) and Maine (1977). Educated at Case Western Reserve University (J.D., 1975) and Miami University (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Topsham, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Phillip E. Johnson
- Best Lawyers in America, Legal Malpractice
- New England Super Lawyers, Professional Liability
- Associate Editor, Case Western Reserve University Law Review, 1973-1974
- Partner, 1983-1992, Pierce Atwood, Portland and Augusta, Maine
- Vice Chairman, Maine State Board of Property Tax Review, 1992-1995
- Member, 2000—, and Chair, 2003-2008, Maine Professional Ethics Commission
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- ABA Center for Professional Responsibility
- Association of Professional Responsibility Lawyers
Practice Areas Explained
Phillip E. Johnson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Phillip E. Johnson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Topsham.
Business & Corporate Law in Topsham
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Product Liability in Topsham
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Civil Litigation in Topsham
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Insurance Law in Topsham
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Phillip E. Johnson is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Maine →
Aviation Law in Topsham
Aviation attorneys for aircraft accidents, FAA regulation, pilot defense, and aviation industry matters.
Phillip E. Johnson is one of 9,145 aviation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse aviation attorneys in Maine →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Topsham
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 Topsham 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.
Topsham Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Topsham-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 Topsham Choose Phillip E. Johnson
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 Phillip E. Johnson's practice in the field of business, product liability, litigation, insurance, and aviation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Phillip E. Johnson brings 51+ 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 Ohio and Maine, Phillip E. Johnson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, product liability, and litigation, Phillip E. Johnson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Topsham
A Topsham-based practice means Phillip E. Johnson 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 Phillip E. Johnson Handles in Topsham
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Phillip E. Johnson has experience with under Maine law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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