I am a lawyer-lobbyist who represents and advocates for businesses and associations in the Maine Legislature and State agencies in wide range of policy areas. These services include monitoring legislation, advocacy, and organizing lobbying efforts.

20+ years

Senior Planner, Maine State Planning Office 1992-1998

William V. Ferdinand Jr.
Shareholder & Chair, Legislative & Government Relations Practice Group

Bill Ferdinand's practice focuses on representing clients in the Maine Legislature and practicing energy, environmental and land use law. Bill leads the legislative lobbying team for the firm. He represents a wide variety of clients in the Maine Legislature, from multi-national corporations to small businesses and individuals. Bill also provides state and municipal regulatory advice and assistance, particularly in the areas of energy, environmental and land use law.

Areas of Practice for William V. Ferdinand Jr.
Economic Development
Environmental & Land Use
Legislative & Government Relations
Natural Resources & Timberlands

Bar Admissions
Maine
Connecticut

Education
Vermont Law School, Masters of Environmental Law, 1992
Tulane University Law School, J.D., 1987
St. Lawrence University, B.A., 1984

Memberships and Affiliations
E2Tech Council, Board Member
Maine State Bar Section on Environmental Law, Member
Maine State Bar Association, Member
American Bar Association, Member
Brunswick Topsham Land Use Trust, Board Member