Benjamin H. Pollock joins Drummond & Drummond
Drummond & Drummond, LLP welcomed Benjamin H. Pollock to the firm on January 6, 2025. Ben is a Maine attorney whose practice focuses on several areas including Business & Corporate litigation matters, Employment and Labor issues, and Real Estate litigation. Prior to joining Drummond & Drummond, Ben worked in Birmingham, Alabama for a large law firm helping […]
Why Are Real Estate Boundary Disputes So Complicated?
Boundary disputes are one of the most complex and contentious issues in real estate, often leading to lengthy legal battles between property owners. While property lines may seem straightforward, various factors contribute to confusion and disagreement over land ownership. Causes of Boundary Disputes Why Resolving Boundary Disputes is Challenging How to Avoid Boundary Disputes Real […]
Maine Family Medical Leave Act (MFMLA)
The Maine Family Medical Leave Act (MFMLA) and the Federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) both provide unpaid, job-protected leave for employees who need time off for medical or family-related reasons. However, they differ in key ways that impact employers. Employer Coverage & Employee Eligibility Provision Maine Family Medical Leave Act (MFMLA) Federal Family […]
What is Title Insurance and Why Do I Need It?
What is Title Insurance? Title insurance is a type of protection for homeowners and lenders against financial loss due to defects in a property’s title. The title of a property represents legal ownership, and before a home is sold, a title search is conducted to ensure there are no outstanding claims, liens, or legal issues […]
Tom Schoening presented MEREDA President’s Award
Tom Schoening recently received the President’s Award from the Maine Real Estate and Development Association (MEREDA). MEREDA relies heavily on its volunteer board and committee members to promote an environment for responsible development and ownership of commercial real estate throughout Maine. The MEREDA Executive Board singled out Tom for his exceptional leadership in developing the […]
Matthew K. Simone joins Drummond & Drummond
Drummond & Drummond, LLP welcomed Matthew K. Simone to the firm on January 4, 2021. Matt is a Maine attorney whose practice focuses on business transactions and real estate. Prior to joining Drummond & Drummond, LLP, Matt served as a judicial law clerk for the York County District Court, where much of his work involved […]