Atty. Robert B. "Rob" Ravenelle
As head of Pierce Atwood's Tax practice, Rob Ravenelle has extensive experience in the planning, negotiation and tax structuring for mergers and acquisitions. He works closely with members of our Business Practice Group to ensure that clients obtain the most economic and tax efficient transaction results possible.
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Robert B. "Rob" Ravenelle is a tax attorney based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Pierce Atwood LLP. Admitted to practice in United States, Maine. Educated at Boston University School of Law (—) and University of Maine (J.D.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law, Portland (ME) (2023). Serands clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- As head of Pierce Atwood's Tax practice, Rob Ravenelle has extensive experience in the planning, negotiation and tax structuring for mergers and acquisitions
- He works closely with members of our Business Practice Group to ensure that clients obtain the most economic and tax efficient transaction results possible
- Rob's prior experience practicing as a Certified Public Accountant brings unique skills that enhance the value of our services in deal transactions, from mergers to renewable energy tax equity financing to succession planning of closely held businesses
- In addition to his M&A expertise, Rob is an expert in non-qualified deferred compensation arrangements, frequently counseling on and drafting cutting edge plans for both closely held and public clients
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Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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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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