Atty. Susan E. Peck

Atty. Susan E. Peck

Ms. Susan E.

Portland Portland 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Banking Law & More Attorney · Serving Portland, ME · 45+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Susan E. Peck at a Glance

Susan E. Peck is a employment, business, tax, and insurance attorney based in Portland, Maine. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in Maine U.S. District Court of Maine (1981). Educated at University of Maine School of Law (J.D., 1981) and Mount Holyoke College (A.B., 1976). Serves clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Susan E. Peck

  • Ms. Susan E. Peck is a lawyer practicing corporate law, banking law, labor and employment and 3 other areas of law
  • Susan received a A.B. degree from Mount Holyoke College in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Susan practices in Portland, ME

Practice Areas Explained

Susan E. Peck's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Susan E. Peck handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.

Employment Law in Portland

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law in Portland

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Susan E. Peck is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Maine →

Tax Law in Portland

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Susan E. Peck is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Maine →

Insurance Law in Portland

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Susan E. Peck is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Susan E. Peck

Where is Susan E. Peck's law office located?
Susan E. Peck's law practice is located in Portland, Maine. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Susan E. Peck handle?
Susan E. Peck focuses on employment, business, tax, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maine.
How long has Susan E. Peck practiced law?
Susan E. Peck has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Susan E. Peck go to law school?
Susan E. Peck earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (A.B., 1976).
How can I contact Susan E. Peck for a consultation?
You can contact Susan E. Peck 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.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in Portland Choose Susan E. Peck

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 Susan E. Peck's practice in the field of employment, business, tax, and insurance.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Susan E. Peck brings 45+ 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 employment, business, and tax, Susan E. Peck 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 Susan E. Peck 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 Susan E. Peck Handles in Portland

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Susan E. Peck 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.

Wrongful termination claims
Employment
Workplace discrimination
Employment
Wage and hour disputes
Employment
Non-compete agreement review
Employment
Business formation and structure
Business
Contract drafting and review
Business
Partnership disputes
Business
Merger and acquisition support
Business
IRS audit representation
Tax
Tax lien and levy defense
Tax
Offer in compromise
Tax
Business tax planning
Tax

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Susan E. Peck directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Susan E. Peck's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

J.D.
University of Maine School of Law
- 1981
A.B.
Mount Holyoke College
- 1976

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Maine U.S. District Court of Maine
Admitted: 1981

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