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Premier Civil Litigation and Dispute Resolution in Portland 🏛️
Olafsen & Eilers, LLC is a highly respected boutique law firm located in Portland, Maine, dedicated to resolving complex legal disputes for businesses and individuals. The firm is led by Attorney Kurt Olafsen, a seasoned litigator with over 40 years of experience, and Attorney Meredith Eilers, a skilled advocate in civil and construction law. Together, they provide a level of sophistication and courtroom expertise typically found in large firms, but with the personal attention and cost-efficiency of a specialized practice. Whether handling high-stakes business litigation, professional malpractice claims, or sensitive probate battles, Olafsen & Eilers represents clients with intellect, creativity, and unyielding determination.
Specialized Practice Areas 💼
The firm focuses exclusively on civil litigation and dispute resolution, allowing them to maintain a deep well of knowledge in their chosen fields.
- Business and Commercial Litigation: Representing corporations, partnerships, and entrepreneurs in contract disputes, shareholder conflicts, and breach of fiduciary duty claims. The firm has a track record of securing multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements.
- Professional Malpractice: A significant portion of the practice is dedicated to helping clients who have suffered financial loss or injury due to the negligence of professionals, including lawyers, accountants, architects, and engineers.
- Real Estate and Construction Disputes 🏗️: The attorneys advise owners, contractors, and developers on construction defects, delay claims, and mechanics’ liens. They also handle boundary disputes, easement issues, and title insurance claims.
- Probate and Trust Litigation: Protecting the rights of beneficiaries and fiduciaries in will contests, trust mismanagement cases, and guardianship proceedings.
- Mediation and Arbitration: leveraging their extensive trial experience, the attorneys serve as neutral mediators and arbitrators to help other parties resolve their civil disputes outside of court 🤝.
Excellence in Advocacy
The attorneys at Olafsen & Eilers are recognized for their academic and professional achievements. Kurt Olafsen graduated first in his class from Cornell Law School and served as a federal law clerk before becoming a partner at a major Portland firm. He has been consistently selected to Super Lawyers and is a member of the Phi Beta Kappa honor society. Meredith Eilers brings valuable insight from her time clerking for the Maine Supreme Judicial Court. Their collaborative approach ensures that every legal strategy is rigorously tested and tailored to the client’s specific goals. Located at 75 Pearl Street, the firm stands as a pillar of integrity and excellence in the Maine legal community.
Specializing In
Business Litigation, Professional Malpractice, Construction Disputes, Probate Litigation, Mediation
Address & Location
Ideally located at the corner of Middle and Pearl Streets in the vibrant Old Port district of Portland.
Building Location
This is a historic 4-story brick commercial building known as the Woodman Building. Famous nearby establishments include Dobra Tea and Bard Coffee.
Suite Access
Enter through the main lobby of the historic Woodman Building at 75 Pearl Street. Take the stairs or elevator to the second floor to reach the offices at Suite 215.
Parking Details
The building features limited surface parking spaces, with public paid parking easily accessible nearby at the Top of the Old Port Parking Lot.
Public Transit
Served by City of South Portland Route 21 (Willard Square); nearest stop is at Temple Street + Free Street (Stop 1163).
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