Christopher P. Chris Stief

Employment Law - Management

4.0 (1 reviews)

Portland, Maine

34+ years experience

Fisher Phillips LLP

Updated: Jan 02, 2026

Contact Information

207-477-7002

https://www.fisherphillips.com/attorneys-cstief

254 Commercial Street, Suite 245, Portland, ME 04101

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Bio

Christopher P. Stief is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management, Labor Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment.Christopher P., who practices law in Portland, Maine, has been recognized since 2019. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Christopher P. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Christopher P. Stief is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management, Labor Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment.Christopher P., who practices law in Portland, Maine, has been recognized since 2019. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Christopher P. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Christopher P. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Maine

State Capital

Augusta

Highest Court

Maine Supreme Judicial Court

Bar Association

Maine State Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$200-$450

Typical Hourly Range

$300-$650/hr

Fee Model Notes

Business and employment matters often involve hourly billing with optional project-based retainers.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Employment Law - Management

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Trade Secrets Law, Philadelphia (2022)
Recognized: Employment Law - Management
Recognized: Labor Law - Management
Recognized: Litigation - Labor and Employment
Practice Area: Commercial Litigation
Practice Area: Trade Secrets Law
Special Focus: Management

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2019

Education

Boston University School of Law, J.D., graduated 1991

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Reviews

Sandra Miller

3 months ago

A trusted advisor for complex employment matters

Our company recently faced a challenging situation involving a departing senior manager who we suspected was attempting to misappropriate confidential client information. The potential threat to our business was significant, and we needed counsel immediately. We were referred to Chris Stief at Fisher Phillips. From our first consultation, his deep experience was evident. He didn't just recite the law; he provided a clear, strategic roadmap tailored to Maine's legal landscape, drawing on his three decades of practice. His recognition in Best Lawyers for Employment and Labor Law Management was well-earned, as his advice on navigating the non-compete and trade secret issues was precise and actionable. The matter was resolved favorably without the need for litigation, which we attribute directly to his proactive guidance. Chris is a consummate professional who inspires confidence. If there was one minor critique, it would be that during particularly busy periods, there were occasional delays in email responses, though his team was always helpful in bridging the gap. Overall, we highly recommend Chris for any business navigating the complexities of employment law. He is a true asset.