Maine Lawyers

Criminal Defense Law

6 City Center, Suite 208, Portland, ME 04101

Michael Whipple has been an attorney at Hallett Whipple Weyrens since 2003. Attorney Whipple focuses on trial work, emphasizing state and federal criminal defense. He is a member of the Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (MACDL) and a member of the National College for DUI Defense. Prior to joining Hallett Whipple Weyrens, Attorney Whipple was an Assistant District Attorney in Portland, Maine. Attorney Whipple handled all levels of felony and misdemeanor cases as a juvenile and adult prosecutor. He prosecuted many OUI cases and instructed cadets at the Maine Criminal Justice Academy on the proper protocols for handling OUI investigations. Attorney Whipple's experience is unparalleled, and he draws on this extensive background in the District Attorney's office each time he defends a client of Hallett Whipple Weyrens. A seasoned trial lawyer, Attorney Whipple aggressively pursues each case. He works closely with clients and their loved ones and devotes the time and energy necessary to construct an effective defense. Attorney Whipple has dedicated his practice to representing fellow citizens accused of committing crimes. He is committed to defending and protecting his clients throughout the criminal process. Attorney Whipple graduated from the University of Colorado at Boulder with a B.A. degree in Political Science and Philosophy in 1995. He obtained his Juris Doctor from Vermont Law School in 1998. He is admitted to Practice in the Maine Federal and State courts and the First Circuit Court of Appeals.

Workers Compensation Law

55 North St, Presque Isle, ME 04769, USA

Mr. Trask attended the University of Maine at Presque Isle, earning a B.A. in History in 1985 (cum laude), and graduated from the University of Maine School of Law, J.D. in 1988. Litigation practice which focuses on workers’ compensation, social security disability and personal injury, as well as employment law and civil litigation. Mr. Trask is a member of the Maine State Bar Association (Workers Compensation section); Aroostook County Bar Association, the Maine Trial Lawyers Association, and the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (NOSSCR). “Katahdin Counsel” Award by the Maine Supreme Judicial Court in recognition of pro bono work. (2014-2018). Lifetime member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum 2009. “The Best Lawyers in America” in the fields of workers compensation and personal injury law (2013-2018). Recognized by “New England Super Lawyers” for proficiency in workers compensation law (2014-2018). Upon graduation, he joined Richard Currier and formed Currier & Trask, P.A. The two have enjoyed a successful association since 1988. Mr. Trask enjoys a busy litigation practice which focuses on workers’ compensation, social security disability and personal injury, as well as employment law cases and civil litigation. Mr. Trask is a very experienced litigator in these areas of practice and has presented at seminars and CLE meetings. Mr. Trask is a member of the Maine State Bar Association, and is a member of the Workers Compensation section. He is also a member of the Aroostook County Bar Association, the Maine Trial Lawyers Association, and the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (NOSSCR). He served as a Commissioner on the Maine State Harness Racing Commission from 1999-2007. Mr. Trask is licensed by the USTA and MHRC as an Associate Judge. He serves on the Foundation of the University at Presque Isle, and was elected to the Executive Committee in 2013. He is active in community athletics and previously coached the Easton Little League team and Easton youth basketball programs. Mr. Trask was presented with a “Katahdin Counsel” Award by the Maine Supreme Judicial Court in 2015, 2016, and 2017 in recognition of his pro bono work. Mr. Trask has been recognized with the Maine State Bar Association’s individual pro bono award in 1994, 1999, 2000 and 2006. Mr. Trask became a lifetime member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum in 2009 in recognition of his proficiency in personal injury litigation. In 2013, Norm was selected by his peers for membership in “The Best Lawyers in America” in the fields of workers compensation and personal injury law. He was again selected for membership in “Best Lawyers” in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018. Attorney Trask was recognized in the 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018 editions of “New England Super Lawyers” for proficiency in workers compensation law – one of only twelve lawyers in the State of Maine to receive this distinction. Attorney Trask is rated “BV-Distinguished”, signifying “very high legal ability and ethical standards”, by Martindale-Hubbell.