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Drummond Woodsum

Litigation: General Commercial

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Drummond Woodsum

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Drummond Woodsum's trial attorneys are involved in every type of civil and criminal litigation in federal and state courts and administrative agencies, and before domestic and international arbitration panels. Our trial lawyers are committed to aggressive representation of their clients. We listen to and address our clients’ practical and business concerns by using a full spectrum of techniques, including alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, to facilitate prompt and efficient resolution of disputes. We often draw upon the expertise of lawyers in other practice areas, forming a team approach to problem solving in litigation.

Our practice covers a broad spectrum of areas of expertise:

  • Appeals to state and federal appellate courts
  • Bankruptcy and other proceedings involving debtor and creditor matters
  • Business, commercial, and contract-related disputes
  • Civil rights claims against municipalities, public officials and public school systems
  • Construction disputes
  • Copyright and trademark disputes
  • Criminal defense against state and federal prosecutions
  • Employment disputes
  • Federal Indian law-related financial and labor disputes
  • Insurance defense matters
  • Internal investigations of corporate or individual misconduct
  • International commercial arbitration matters
  • Personal injury and toxic tort claims and defenses
  • Probate
  • Product defect and liability matters involving consumers or businesses
  • Real estate and land use matters, including easement and zoning disputes

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Litigation: General Commercial - Maine

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Drummond Woodsum has a respected practice with a strong team of litigators, experienced at both trial and appellate levels. It is particularly highly regarded for its expertise in contentious matters affecting colleges and universities and also sought after for its strengths in antitrust, construction, white-collar and insurance defense cases. In addition, it enjoys a fine reputation for its mediation and arbitration work and has experience in handling matters related to employment and real estate.

Work Highlights

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  • Drummond Woodsum represented Lake Region School District in connection with constitutional and tort claims brought by the parents of a student.

Strengths

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  • Drummond Woodsum provides great service and responsiveness.

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  • They are extremely professional and can handle any type of matter assigned.

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  • I am confident that the Drummond Woodsum attorneys will oversee every aspect of the case and will also ensure that their client feels understood.

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  • Drummond's team works hard to understand our business and offers business-oriented, actionable advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Eminent PractitionersGeorge Toby Dilworth
    Eminent PractitionersGeorge Toby Dilworth

    George Toby Dilworth

    George Dilworth is noted for his litigation and dispute resolution practice, which includes breach of fiduciary duties matters.

  • Band 1Maureen M. Sturtevant
    Band 1Maureen M. Sturtevant

    Maureen M. Sturtevant

    Maureen Sturtevant is gaining experience in the civil litigation space, with a particular focus on medical malpractice defense claims and licensure complaints.

    • Maureen provides excellent representation.

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    • She is someone who sees the bigger picture.

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  • Band 1Melissa Hewey
    Band 1Melissa Hewey

    Melissa Hewey

    Melissa Hewey enjoys an outstanding reputation for her litigation expertise. She has a particular focus on contentious employment matters and class action lawsuits.

  • Band 2Robert Hayes
    Band 2Robert Hayes

    Robert Hayes

    Robert Hayes has a diverse civil and criminal litigation practice, receiving particular plaudits for his courtroom skills. He is leader of the firm’s medical malpractice and professional liability practice.

    • Rob Hayes provides excellent representation in medical malpractice claims.

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    • He is able to distill very complex issues down to their essence.

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  • Band 3Adrianne Fouts
    Band 3Adrianne Fouts

    Adrianne Fouts

    Adrianne Fouts continues to develop her reputation in the Maine legal market. Her wide-ranging litigation practice includes breach of contract and trade secret misappropriation issues.

    • Adrianne is an excellent communicator who is responsive and proactive.

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    • Adrianne is practical, level-headed and takes great care to understand us.

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  • Band 3Elizabeth Germani
    Band 3Elizabeth Germani

    Elizabeth Germani

    Elizabeth Germani has a wealth of experience representing both plaintiffs and defendants in insurance defense and complex business litigation matters. Also noted for her mediation and arbitration capabilities.

  • Band 3Kasia Park
    Band 3Kasia Park

    Kasia Park

    Kasia Park is noted for her expertise in handling a broad range of civil litigation matters including municipal, employment and general commercial disputes.

    • Kasia has a great courtroom presence. She is meticulous and detailed-oriented.

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    • Kasia's advice is always steady.

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