BANGOR LAWYER RECEIVES TWO TOP LAWYER AWARDS

June 16, 2010

Bangor trial attorney, N. Laurence Willey, Jr. (photo, right) was recently presented with an award from the American Trial Lawyer’s Association for its “Top 100 Trial Lawyers List” and a second naming him a “Top Lawyer in New England.” The awards were presented to Willey by Penobscot County Bar Association President John Canders (photo, left). Willey is also board certified in civil trial advocacy by the National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA). He is one of only nine lawyers in the State with that designation. Willey serves as Maine’s representative to the National Board. Willey has represented clients throughout New England. Several area attorneys expressed congratulations to Willey on his receipt of the “top lawyer” awards.
Former Maine State Bar Association President, Brett Baber, states, “ Larry Willey has become a preeminent attorney through his singular focus on the interests of his clients. Through persistence and determination, Larry vigorously pursues justice on behalf of everyone he represents. His trial skills and his willingness to test new legal theories on behalf of his clients, make Larry a formidable adversary in any case.”

Bangor trial attorney, Frederick J. Badger, Jr., states, “This is a well deserved honor for Larry. He always works tirelessly for the best interests of his clients, while at the same time maintaining the highest degree of professionalism towards the lawyers who are on the other side of these cases.”

Bangor trial attorney, Michael Rair, states, “Larry and I have battled many times over the years. He has always represented his clients with the utmost enthusiasm and commitment. He leaves no stone unturned.”

Bangor attorney Thomas Matzilevich states, “Larry will has the unusual ability to represent clients in State and Federal court at the highest level of proficiency in multiple areas of the law including personal injury, criminal, divorce and workers’ compensation. He is very unique.”

Willey is Senior Partner with Willey Law Offices where the practice focuses on the Bangor-Ellsworth area. Willey is a former two-term Mayor and City Councilor in Bangor. He served four years as the Governor’s Representative to Canada. He also served on the State Restructuring Commission. He has published numerous articles on legal, economic, and government topics. He has served as an adjunct instructor at Husson University. Willey earned his undergraduate and graduate degrees at the University of Maine. He holds a doctorate of law from Suffolk University Law School where he graduated first in his sectional class and served as associate editor of the Law Review. He also completed the Senior Executive in State and Local Government program at Harvard University, Kennedy School of Government. Willey resides in Bangor with his wife. They have three adult children.

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