Harry B. Center, II
Managing Partner
Harry is a Biddeford native, attending local schools and graduating from Biddeford High School. He began his litigation career in 1986, serving as a student prosecutor in the York County District Attorneys Office. Following graduation from law school in 1987, Harry practiced with a large law firm. While at that firm, Harry was appointed City Solicitor for the City of Biddeford serving in that capacity from 1992-2004.
In June 2004, Harry accepted a position as a Senior Trial Attorney with OneBeacon Insurance Company. While at OneBeacon Harry exclusively worked as insurance defense counsel, defending OneBeacon insured in all 16 Maine Counties as well as Federal Court. When OneBeacon closed its staff counsel office in Maine in December 2007, Harry joined the firm on January 1, 2008. Harry has developed an extensive personal injury practice utilizing his experience as insurance defense counsel. Harry has established a broad referral base from other attorneys representing injured parties across the State. He has obtained numerous six figure civil jury verdicts for clients.
Upon the retirement of Attorney Keith Jacques, City of Biddeford Mayor Alan Casavent nominated Harry as City Attorney. The Biddeford City Council unanimously confirmed him during the April 5, 2022 meeting.
Harry’s practice includes personal injury, criminal defense, and handling all legal matters for the City of Biddeford.
Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, Municipal Law
University of Maine School of Law, J.D., 1987
Towson University, B.A., 1984
Admitted to Practice
Maine Courts, 1987
U.S. District Court, 1987
1st Circuit Court of Appeals, 1996
United States Supreme Court, 1996
Organizations
American Association for Justice, Member
Maine State Bar Association, Member
York County Bar Association, Member
Maine Trial Lawyers Association, Member
Chair, Maine State Harness Racing Committee