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March 31, 2021

Benchmark Litigation Names Preti Flaherty 2021 “Maine Firm of the Year”

Benchmark Litigation has named Preti Flaherty as 2021 Litigation Firm of the Year in the State of Maine. The Benchmark Awards honor distinguished litigators and law firms in all 50 states and 10 practice areas for outstanding performance in the previous year. Since the inception of Firm of the Year Awards nine years ago, Preti Flaherty has been recognized every year—eight times in Maine and once in New Hampshire.

In the virtual awards ceremony held on March 31, 2021, Benchmark Litigation Managing Editor, Michael Rafalowich said of Preti Flaherty:

“The Maine firm of the year is a Portland outfit with the broadest litigation bench in the state. The firm is recognized as one of the most respected litigation practices across New England, with notable strengths in antitrust, construction, and professional liability disputes.”

With its exclusive focus, Benchmark Litigation represents one of the most respected guides to leading litigation attorneys and firms in America. Preti Flaherty currently ranks as Highly Recommended in Maine, with twelve attorneys recognized across Benchmark’s Local Litigation Stars, Labor and Employment Stars, Future Stars, and 40 & Under Hot List.

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