Adam Nyhan

        Partner

        With a focus on technology, data privacy, and corporate law and financing, Adam advises software providers and other clients nationwide as well as those abroad in their U.S. business operations and sales.

        Adam counsels Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) providers, custom software developers, website developers, DevOps firms, mobile app and video game developers, virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR) companies, managed IT services firms, and companies developing Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology or incorporating it into their products.

        As a transactional lawyer, Adam represents companies and their investors in financing deals and counsels buyers and sellers in business acquisitions. He also provides guidance to startups and their founders in establishing companies and fostering positive relationships between founders, investors, employees, and contractors. Adam’s work includes writing product contracts (e.g., EULAs, license agreements, API agreements, software reseller agreements), negotiating business-to-business tech deals, and designing privacy compliance programs.

        In the financial services sector, Adam represents FinTechs, money transmitters, money services businesses, credit card networks and issuers, banks, and insurers in projects ranging from commercial contracting to compliance. He also advises businesses that use cryptocurrencies, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and other blockchain technology.

        Adam also has years of experience in commercial litigation, antitrust counseling, and white-collar defense matters in industries ranging from military contracting to pharmaceuticals to electronic payments.

        Separate from his legal work, Adam co-founded a Los Angeles software startup, held legal and sales roles for a New York City tech company, and founded two other businesses. He has taken on various roles at a tech startup, including pitching investors, designing user experience, ensuring customer success, and managing development sprints.

        Services/Industries

        Education

        • The George Washington University Law School (J.D.)
        • Macalester College (B.A.)

        Public Service

        • Mentor, Maine Center for Entrepreneurs

        Bar Admissions

        • Maine
        • New York

        Memberships

        • American Bar Association
        • Maine State Bar Association

        Honors

        • Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® under Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) in Portland, Maine (2023, 2025, 2026)

        Learn more about the third-party ratings, rankings, and selection processes used for inclusion.

        Events
        When: December 5, 2025 at 12:00pm – 1:00pm ET
        Location: LinkedIn Live
        When: October 20-23, 2025
        Location: Portland, Maine
        When: June 6, 2025 at 8:45am – 4:45pm (EDT)
        Location: University of Maine School of Law

        Firm Highlights

        Press Releases

        Verrill Welcomes Business Restructuring and Insolvency Attorney Nimra Tariq

        BOSTON, Massachusetts – Verrill is pleased to announce that Nimra Tariq has joined the firm’s Business Restructuring and Insolvency Group as an...
        Press Releases

        Verrill Welcomes Construction Attorney Cassie Dufon

        PORTLAND, Maine – Verrill is pleased to welcome Cassie Dufon to the firm’s Construction Group as an Associate, resident in the firm’s Portland...
        Press Releases

        Verrill’s Wide-Ranging Private Wealth Law Practice Recognized in 2026 Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide

        BANGOR and PORTLAND, Maine and BOSTON, Mass. – Verrill attorneys Kenneth P. Brier, Anya F. Endsley, Kurt E. Klebe, Mary McQuillen, Nathaniel S....
        Blog

        Update on Status of Maine Packaging EPR

        In December 2024, Verrill published a blog post, Unwrapping Maine's Gift to the Environment: A New Packaging Stewardship Program Set to Launch in...
        Blog

        Voluntary Benefits Move into the ERISA Litigation Crosshairs

        Employee-paid accident, critical-illness, cancer, and hospital-indemnity insurance have long occupied a quiet corner of employee benefit plan...
        Alerts and Newsletters

        Maine’s New Employer Surveillance Law, 26 M.R.S. § 620-A

        Effective July 14, 2026 Maine employers that electronically monitor employees must comply with a new disclosure law effective July 14, 2026. Under...
        Press Releases

        Verrill Recognized by U.S. News as One of the Best Law Firms to Work for in 2026

        BOSTON, Mass., BANGOR and PORTLAND, Maine, GREENWICH and WESTPORT, Conn., – Verrill has been featured on U.S. News’ 2026 Best Companies to Work...
        Blog

        SECURE 2.0 Roth Catch-Up Rules and the 403(b) 15-Year Catch-Up: What Tax-Exempt Employers Need to Know

        Tax-exempt employers whose 403(b) plans offer catch-up contributions for participants age 50 and above should be well on their way to compliance with...
        Media Mentions

        Robert Keach Quoted in Law360 on SIMAD Summer Camp Bankruptcy Sale

        Verrill attorney Robert Keach was recently quoted in a Law360 article examining the Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings involving SIMAD Holdings and...
        Media Mentions

        Chris Tsouros Featured in Law360’s Coverage of Sports Real Estate Deals

        Verrill Partner Chris Tsouros was recently recognized in a Law360 article highlighting law firms involved in significant sports real estate projects...
        Blog

        What Maine’s New Employer Surveillance Law Means for Maine Employers

        Maine employers who monitor their workforce, whether through productivity software, GPS, call recording, or cameras, have a new compliance obligation...
        Blog

        Run Don’t Walk: The Implication of “While Supplies Last” Prize Promotions

        This month a big-chain grocery store has been offering daily mystery boxes during specific timed drops on a first-come, first-served basis, to users...