Bernstein, Shur, Sawyer & Nelson, P.A.
Main Office: 100 Middle Street, PO Box 9729 | Portland | ME | 04104-5029
Phone: 207-774-1200 | Fax: 207 774-1127
Year of establishment
1915
Number of partners
60
Number of offices
2
Partner to associate ratio
2.30
Biggest office
Portland
Percentage of women attorneys
21.20
Number of attorneys
103
Percentage of minority attorneys
0.90
Number of associates
26
Percentage of LGBT attorneys
0.90
Bernstein, Shur, Sawyer & Nelson, P.A. Reviews
view allReviewed on May 19, 2024
Advice to law firm management:
Develop better communication skills and make known what you need. Keep lines of communication open and don't worry about hurting someone's feelings if it is constructive.
Pros:
This firm has a great working relationship with each other and everyone is so friendly. The salary and benefits are generous and you have opportunities to grow in the firm. Attorneys are helpful and personable.
Cons:
There can be miscommunication when it gets busy. This can cause unneeded stress that could have been prevented if expectations are made clearer.
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Current or former employee?:
Current Employee
Length of Employment:
10+ years
Reviewed on May 19, 2024
Pros:
5.Former Employee, more than 1 yearGreat Place To Work!Accounting Assistant in Portland, MERecommendProsThe firm is very close and welcoming of all individuals. I was in the front of the accounting department, and 99% of my interactions were positive. The workplace is quiet and tight-knit. There were several events and meetings with food provided. All of the departments work closely and you can make a lot of connections.ConsNot the best pay, but being in a non-managerial position is like that.
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Former Employee
Last Year at Employer:
2022
Job type:
Full time
Length of Employment:
10+ years
Overview
Bernstein, Shur, Sawyer & Nelson, P.A. in the Bay Area is an exciting place to work for attorneys who want to be part of a well-established and respected law firm. With over 100 award-winning attorneys and professionals practicing in more than 20 critical areas and a variety of industries, Bernstein Shur Sawyer & Nelson offers an opportunity to work with top-tier clients in a supportive and dynamic environment. The firm's history of providing top-notch legal services to clients in the U.S. and around the world since 1915 speaks to the quality of representation and counsel that attorneys can expect to receive at Bernstein Shur Sawyer & Nelson. The firm's approach to legal practice goes beyond the usual, emphasizing collaboration and simplification of complex matters. Attorneys will also benefit from the firm's commitment to its clients' bottom lines and their emphasis on providing a positive and enjoyable client experience. In addition, Bernstein Shur Sawyer & Nelson is located in the Bay Area, an area renowned for its vibrant culture, innovative spirit, and countless opportunities for growth. Attorneys at Bernstein Shur Sawyer & Nelson have the opportunity to work with leading clients in the area and beyond, while also taking advantage of the considerable resources and amenities the Bay Area has to offer. Make Your Mark at Bernstein, Shur, Sawyer & Nelson, P.A. in the Bay Area For attorneys looking to make their mark in the legal profession, Bernstein, Shur, Sawyer & Nelson, P.A. in the Bay Area is the ideal place to do it. With a century-long history of successful legal practice and innovative approaches to representation, attorneys at Bernstein Shur Sawyer & Nelson can expect to receive top-tier legal services and counsel. And with the firm's commitment to client satisfaction, attorneys can also benefit from the firm's emphasis on collaboration and a positive client experience. In addition, attorneys at the firm have the unique opportunity to take advantage of the Bay Area's countless resources and amenities while working with leading clients in the region and around the world.
Practice Areas
Bernstein, Shur, Sawyer & Nelson, P.A. practices law in the following areas and works with its clients to provide the best possible legal solutions.
- Asset Management & Securities
- Business
- Business Restructuring & Insolvency
- Commercial & Governmental Finance
- Construction
- Corporate Governance
- Crisis Management & Public Relations
- Education
- Energy
- Financial Regulation & Compliance
- Fund & Investment Product Formation
- Government & Politics
- Government Relations
- Health Care
- Intellectual Property
- International Business
- Labor & Employment
- Land Use & Environmental
- Litigation & Dispute Resolution
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Municipal & Governmental Services
- Political Campaigns & Consulting
- Private Capital
- Real Estate
- Succession Planning
- Tax
- Technology Outsourcing & Data Security
- Title Insurance & Closing Services
- Trusts & Estates
Pro bono
To encourage up-and-coming attorneys to explore pro bono service and broaden their skill sets, we created a pro bono fellowship that extends our summer associate program by two weeks and gives law students an opportunity to work for one of the many legal service providers with whom we collaborate, at our cost.
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Bernstein Shur Announced as Winner of the 9th Annual M&A Advisor Turnaround Awards
Bernstein Shur Announces Awards for Excellence and Pro Bono Service
Leading Law Directory Awards Bernstein Shur Top Honors in Corporate M&A (including Bankruptcy), Energy & Natural Resources and Real Estate
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Summer associate program
Our summer program is highly organized, extremely supportive, and individually tailored to each student's needs.
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