PROFILE
Christine Johnson focuses her practice on insurance defense under the Maine Workers’ Compensation Act. She regularly counsels employers and insurers on work-related conditions and injuries, along with associated employment disputes. In addition to representing employers and insurers at trial, a large part of her practice consists of negotiating favorable dispute resolutions.
Best Lawyers in America has recognized Christine in the Ones to Watch in America category for her work representing employers in workers compensation litigation every year since 2021.
Prior to joining Norman Hanson & DeTroy, Christine’s practice focused primarily on real estate litigation with an emphasis on creditor rights. She has extensive experience in representing financial institutions in foreclosure actions, probate matters, bankruptcies and debt collection.
While attending the University of Maine School of Law, Christine was active in the Women’s Law Association and the Cumberland Legal Aid Clinic. She completed externships at Pine Tree Legal and provided volunteer pro bono representation through several local legal advocacy projects.
Christine currently serves as the President of the Cumberland County Bar Association. In her free time, she enjoys many outdoor activities and is an avid runner.
EDUCATION
University of Maine School of Law, J.D.
University of Vermont
University of Southern Maine, B.A., cum laude
EXPERIENCE
PRACTICE AREAS
Our attorneys have been recognized in their specialties and honored by their peers locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally and are trusted by clients to provide sound, common-sense advice and solutions.
Admitted to Practice
- State of Maine
- U.S. District Court, District of Maine
- State of Vermont
Member, Past and Present
- Maine State Bar Association
- Cumberland Bar Association
- Vermont State Bar Association
Awards, Merits & Honors
- Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch” – Workers’ Compensation Law (Employers) 2021-2024