Municipal Law

B&I advises on all of the issues that municipalities face day–to–day. On a daily basis, we address tax questions; interpret ordinances; negotiate and draft contracts; answer governance questions; assist with public relations issues; and enforce land use, fire safety, and other ordinances. We pride ourselves on giving simple, practical advice that serves our clients’ best interests. We represent some of the largest cities in the state that do not have full–time, in–house counsel as well as some of the smallest and newest towns.

We help municipalities come up with creative solutions to the special challenges that face their communities. We are never afraid to plow new ground. We successfully crafted and defended Maine’s first stormwater fee ordinance, paving the way for other municipalities to manage the burden of protecting Maine’s waterways. When the Town of Chebeague Island sought independence from Cumberland, we shepherded it through the process. When the City of Auburn built a new ice arena, we were involved in all aspects, from the TIFF, through the zoning and easement issues, to the flurry of contracts necessary to consummate the deal.