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Atty. William B. Entwistle

Atty. William B. Entwistle

William B. Entwistle is a lawyer practicing commercial law, bankruptcy law.

Portland Portland 38 yrs experience 38 year
Call (207) 800-1650 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William B. Entwistle at a glance

William B. Entwistle is a business and bankruptcy attorney based in Portland, Maine. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Maine (1988). Educated at Franklin Pierce Law School (J.D., 1988) and Bates College (B.A., 1981). Serands clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William B. Entwistle is a lawyer practicing commercial law, bankruptcy law
  • William B. received a B.A. degree from Bates College in 1981, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • William B. practices in Portland, ME

Practice Areas Explained

William B. Entwistle's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

William B. Entwistle is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Maine →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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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 William B. Entwistle

Where is William B. Entwistle's law office located?
William B. Entwistle's law practice is located in Portland, Maine. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William B. Entwistle handle?
William B. Entwistle focuses on business, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maine.
How long has William B. Entwistle practiced law?
William B. Entwistle has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did William B. Entwistle go to law school?
William B. Entwistle earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact William B. Entwistle for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Franklin Pierce Law School
- 1988
B.A.
Bates College
- 1981

Bar Admissions

Maine
Admitted: 1988

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