
David E. Warren, Business Attorney in Portland, Maine
Over 47 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Family Law, and Health Care · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Senior CounselatVerrill Dana LLP
Portland, ME
Practicing business in Portland since 1979.
- 47+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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David E. Warren is a senior counsel based in Portland, ME. The practice focuses on Business, Family Law, and Health Care. David has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Verrill Dana LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Portland, ME
- Experience
- over 47 years
- Known for
- Business · Family Law · Health Care
- Handles Business, Family Law, and Health Care matters from Portland, ME.
- Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About David E. Warren: David E. Warren is a senior counsel based in Portland, ME. The practice focuses on Business, Family Law, and Health Care. David has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Verrill Dana LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters David takes on
David concentrates on business, family law, health care, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Family Law
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Health Care
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M&A
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Business cases in Portland, Maine
David takes business matters in Portland, Maine. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Portland, Maine
David takes family law matters in Portland, Maine. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Portland, Maine
David takes health care matters in Portland, Maine. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in Portland, Maine
David takes m&a matters in Portland, Maine. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet David E. Warren — business lawyer in Portland
David E. Warren is a senior counsel based in Portland, ME. The practice focuses on Business, Family Law, and Health Care. David has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Verrill Dana LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. David E. Warren is a lawyer practicing corporate, business acquisitions, health care and 1 other area of law. David received a A.B. degree from Bowdoin College in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years. David practices at Verrill Dana LLP in Portland, ME.
David's approach to business cases
Mr. David E. Warren is a lawyer practicing corporate, business acquisitions, health care and 1 other area of law. David received a A.B. degree from Bowdoin College in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years. David practices at Verrill Dana LLP in Portland, ME.
The kind of cases David takes
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, family law, and health care matters in Portland and the surrounding Maine area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Columbia University
J.D. · 1979
Bowdoin College
A.B. · 1976
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
Maine
1983 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in Columbia University and A.B. in Bowdoin College.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in Columbia University and A.B. in Bowdoin College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Maine is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
David's professional memberships and bar associations
Memberships American Bar Association Maine State Bar Association fellow, Maine Justice Foundation
membership
Locations
David E. Warren's office in Portland
David's primary office is at One Portland Square, Portland, ME, 04101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of David E. Warren — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of David. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Portland.
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How to hire David E. Warren — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Portland, Maine
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for David
David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David E. Warren
How much does it cost to hire David for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Maine typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Portland?
David is licensed in Maine. Matters governed by Maine law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with David?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new business clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Portland, Augusta and Bangor in Maine
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