Medical Malpractice lawyers in Maine

Firm: Gideon Asen LLC

115 Franklin Street , Bangor , Maine 04401

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Medical Malpractice

Attorney Benjamin Gideon is trusted by his clients to handle some of the most complex, high-profile legal battles in Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and elsewhere in New England and the nation.. Many of Ben’s cases involve people who were seriously injured or killed because of negligence within large corporations. He is motivated to hold negligent corporations accountable, and to prevent similar tragedies from happening in the future.. Whether it’s a case against the U.S. Government, a ski resort that fails to properly maintain its equipment, a multinational communications company that does not protect utility workers, the owners of the cargo ship El Faro, or a negligent healthcare organization, Ben is not afraid to take on and defeat the most powerful defendants. He has achieved remarkable results for his clients, including a $22.5 million jury verdict that was one of the top 100 verdicts nationwide.. Ben has developed expertise across a broad range of case types, including personal injury, medical malpractice, civil rights, products liability, nursing home, and other complex civil litigation matters. Ben is a fierce competitor who thrives under pressure and enjoys the role of standing up for everyday people who have been wronged.. “We go to extraordinary lengths to make sure our clients have the best chance to win,” Ben says. “When it comes to preparation, we are going to do more, and we are going to do it better, than anyone else involved in the case.”. Ben is a Maine native. Following college, he served as Political Director to Congressman Tom Allen during his successful primary campaign for U.S. Congress.. Ben is a frequent speaker on court room and trial strategy at conferences in Maine and across the country, and has published numerous articles on these subjects.

415 Congress Street   PO Box 4600 , Portland , Maine 04101

Practice Areas: Civil , Medical Malpractice, Products Liability, Professional Malpractice, Litigation, Medical Malpractice, Appeals

Firm: Marchese Injury Law, P.A.

477 Congress Street, Suite 1104 , Portland , Maine 04112

Practice Areas: Automobile Accidents, Birth Injuries, Civil , Dental Malpractice, DUI/DWI, Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home Negligence, Personal Injury, Wills, Workers Compensation, Car Accidents

David Marchese founded  Marchese Injury Law, P.A. on the premise that injured clients need a skilled, dedicated attorney and an empowering, supportive legal team on their side. His clients do not become "victims.” Instead, they receive the help they need to win the compensation and respect they deserve.. Attorney Marchese initially practiced law as an Assistant Attorney General, before starting the firm in 1991. He believes that clients must be heard and understood, as the first step in leading them successfully through the legal and insurance system.. The firm provides legal representation for individuals who have been harmed through the intentional or negligent acts of others. Practice areas include vehicle-related accidents, slip-and-falls, dog bites, professional malpractice, product liability claims, wrongful death cases, worker’s compensation, Social Security Disability and other personal-injury areas of the law.. Using a savvy and disciplined approach, Marchese Injury Law, P.A. identifies the unique strategies that work for each client. With persistent and strong advocacy, in addition to smart application of the law, clients get advice to help them heal, as well as to regain control over their lives. The law firm currently resides in southern Maine.

Firm: Berman & Simmons, PA

129 Lisbon Street , Lewiston , Maine 04243

Practice Areas: Medical Malpractice

Maine attorney Elizabeth Kayatta is an impassioned advocate for her clients with a track record of success in the courtroom. As a trial attorney at Berman & Simmons, she helps deliver justice for people who have suffered catastrophic and life-altering injuries. Her practice includes personal injury lawsuits arising out of medical errors, child sexual abuse, reckless driving, and dangerous premises.. Elizabeth has a reputation as a strategic and fearless advocate for her clients in medical malpractice cases. She takes on claims against medical providers and hospitals across Maine Massachusetts. Her experience with handling complex healthcare negligence includes cases involving spinal injury, paralysis, surgical errors, nerve damage, delayed diagnosis, and birth injuries.. Elizabeth is at the forefront of trauma-informed lawyering, which gives her the specialized tools to represent survivors of sexual abuse and assault. She helps survivors navigate the emotionally-fraught process of seeking justice against perpetrators of abuse and the organizations that enabled the abuse to occur. Among her achievements, Elizabeth has recovered some of the largest sexual abuse settlements in the state.. Elizabeth also handles a broad range of personal injury claims, including representing people who were killed or severely injured by motor vehicle collisions, dangerous premises, animal attacks, defective products, and negligent supervision.. Elizabeth is known for exceptional preparation and attention to detail. She understands the heart of her cases, and has the ability to communicate the facts clearly and powerfully to opposing attorneys, judges, and jury members.. “I enjoy mastering the facts of the case, figuring out who my audience is, and deciding what facts are going to be most persuasive,” Elizabeth said. “It’s my job to show others — whether it’s an insurance company or a jury — how an injury impacted my client’s life and why he or she deserves compensation. That’s a challenge that motivates me on a daily basis.”. A Maine native, Elizabeth graduated from Princeton University, where she won the Lynde Debate Prize as one of the top three debaters in the graduating class. She graduated magna cum laude and Order of the Coif from Boston College Law School. After years of practicing high-stakes litigation in Boston, Elizabeth returned home to Maine in 2017.

Firm: Berman & Simmons

129 Lisbon Street , Lewiston , Maine 04240

Practice Areas: Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury

Attorney Jodi Nofsinger represents people who have been harmed by medical malpractice and those who have suffered serious personal injury. With an educational background in medicine and biology, Jodi is the rare attorney who understands both the law and science of the cases she handles.. Since joining Berman & Simmons in 1997, Jodi has earned a reputation as a tenacious and effective advocate for her clients. She is a natural competitor who thrives when representing the underdog and holding the powerful accountable.. She is also a trailblazer among Maine’s trial lawyers. In 2014, Jodi became only the 22nd trial lawyer in Maine—and only the third woman—inducted as a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers. Fellowship is extended to trial lawyers who are master advocates for their clients, and whose careers are distinguished by the highest standards of ethics and professionalism.. Jodi learned about the justice system from her mother, a clerk at a federal courthouse in Rockford, IL. Jodi recalls her mother’s compassion for people with disabilities who had come to court seeking benefits that were denied by the government. At an early age, Jodi understood that a lawyer can make all the difference for people who have been wronged.. “People put themselves in your hands, often after the worst thing that has ever happened to them, and your job is to get them to the end of their case safely, and with the best result possible,” Jodi says. “As a lawyer, you have the privilege and power to make positive change in people’s lives. That is the kind of responsibility that makes you want to do better.”. Jodi obtained a Bachelor of Science in Biology degree as a pre-med undergraduate. Beginning in high school and continuing until she entered the University of Maine School of Law, she worked in the field of biology, where she conducted research in the areas of heart disease, cellular biology, and genetics.. Besides her outstanding record of success in medical malpractice and catastrophic personal injury cases, Jodi is also well known for her work on civil rights cases, such as the groundbreaking lawsuit brought on behalf of transgender high school student Nicole Maines of Orono, ME. Jodi serves on the board of directors for the ACLU of Maine and the Maine Trial Lawyers Association.

Firm: Lipman Katz & Boston LLC, Attorneys at Law

1 Weston Court Suite 101 , Augusta , Maine 04332

Practice Areas: Appellate , Criminal Defense , Family , Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Family

Karen Boston has successfully represented thousands of people in the areas of personal injury, family law and civil matters. Whether a victim of a motor vehicle accident, a person with a serious family law matter, or a person who has suffered serious injuries, Boston accepts the challenge and seeks to obtain the best results possible for her clients.. From the get-go of entering private practice, Karen has represented people in personal injury matters. For nearly 20 years, Karen has successfully handled wrongful death matters, motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, assault, and negligent infliction of emotional distress cases. Karen has experience working with persons who have sustained traumatic brain injuries.. A substantial portion of Karen's practice is devoted to her family law practice. She handles divorces and custody disputes for clients in several counties, as well as grandparents’ visitation and guardianship matters. Karen represents both plaintiffs and defendants in protection from abuse matters. Karen has served as a past chair of the Maine State Bar Association's Family Law Section and also previously served as vice chair and secretary. Boston has spoken at legal seminars throughout the state. Karen currently serves on the Maine State Bar Association CLE Committee and is also a rostered Guardian ad Litem in the state of Maine.

Firm: Nicholas H. Walsh, P.A.

111 Commercial Street , Portland , Maine 04101

Practice Areas: Admiralty & Maritime, Medical Malpractice

Firm: Clifford & Clifford, LLC

10 Moulton St. 5th Floor , Portland , Maine 04101

Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Civil Rights, Construction , Consumer Protection, Contracts, Corporate , Criminal Defense , Estate , Insurance , Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Products Liability, Real Estate , Wills, Wrongful Death, Zoning, Planning & Land Use

My brother Jim and I are pleased to announce the formation of Clifford & Clifford LLC with offices in Kennebunk and Portland. A predecessor firm, also known as Clifford and Clifford, was founded in 1915 in Lewiston by our grandfather and his brother. It existed for nearly a century, until 2000, and included a number of judges and public service oriented attorneys. We hope to continue this tradition going forward and look forward to working with many of you!

Firm: Terry Garmey & Associates

482 Congress Street , Portland , Maine 04101

Practice Areas: Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Product Liability Law, Toxic Torts, Workers Compensation