Portland, Maine Education Attorneys

Compare 15 attorneys and 8 law firms in Portland , ME. Sort by highest rating and years of education experience.

Peter Webster
Portland education attorney at Verrill Dana with 59 years experience

1 Portland Square, Portland, ME 04112

S Pratt Jr
Portland education attorney at Pierce Atwood with 57 years experience

One Monument Square, Portland, ME 04101

Nicholas Nadzo
Portland education attorney at Jensen Baird Gardner and Henry with 55 years experience

10 Free Street, Portland, ME 04112

Jeanne Kincaid
Portland education attorney at Bernstein Shur Sawyer and Nelson PA? with 42 years experience

100 Middle Street, Portland, ME 04104

Margaret LePage
Portland education attorney at Pierce Atwood with 41 years experience

One Monument Square, Portland, ME 04101

Richard O'Meara
Portland education attorney at Murray Plumb and Murray with 37 years experience

75 Pearl Street, Portland, ME 04101

Patricia Peard
Portland education attorney at Bernstein Shur with 36 years experience

100 Middle Street, Portland, ME 04104

William Sheils
Portland education attorney at Perkins Thompson with 33 years experience

1 Canal Plaza, 9th Floor, Portland, ME 04112

Jacqueline Rider
Portland education attorney at Verrill Dana with 31 years experience

1 Portland Square, Portland, ME 04112

Amy Sneirson
Portland education attorney at Murray Plumb and Murray with 29 years experience

75 Pearl Street, Portland, ME 04101

Ronald Schneider Jr.
Portland education attorney at Bernstein Shur with 28 years experience

100 Middle Street, Portland, ME 04104

Brendan Rielly
Portland education attorney at Jensen Baird Gardner and Henry with 28 years experience

10 Free Street, Portland, ME 04112

Marianna Fenton
Portland education attorney at Robinson Kriger and McCallum with 27 years experience

12 Portland Pier, Portland, ME 04101

Nicole Bradick
Portland education attorney at Murray Plumb and Murray with 18 years experience

75 Pearl Street, Portland, ME 04101

Sara Hellstedt
Portland education attorney at Murray Plumb and Murray with 17 years experience

75 Pearl Street, Portland, ME 04101

Need help with an education law matter?

An attorney who specializes in education law should be an expert in the complex mix of federal, state and local rules, laws, regulations and statutes that govern all educational institutions including all public, private and charter schools. Common matters for education focused lawyers include access to education, special needs education programs, individualized education programs (IEP), education finance and litigation. If you have a dispute with your school district to resolve or need help working with the school to develop the proper individual education program (IEP) for your child it is essential to consult with an education attorney. Find an experienced education lawyer using our comprehensive national directory.

Need an attorney in Portland, ME?

Find the right attorney by reviewing and comparing our profiles of lawyers and their law firms, with details on each attorney and their colleague’s practice, experience, education, training, honors and fee structure. Carefully consider client reviews and recommendations from people just like you. If you have complex legal needs, a larger firm with multiple attorneys who can advise you in different areas may be the best fit. If your needs are more limited and very specific, consider a smaller firm. Speak with several Portland education attorneys to find the one that is best for you.

Ask yourself the 3 C’s:

  • Credentials ‐ How many cases has this attorney worked on similar to yours?
  • Comfort ‐ Who are you most comfortable working with? Is the lawyer’s office nearby? How and how often will they get in touch with you?
  • Cost ‐ Have expected costs and fees been clearly explained to you? It’s OK to ask for an estimate.