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Atty. Chris A. Nielsen

Atty. Chris A. Nielsen

Mr. Chris A.

Saco Saco 22 yrs experience 22 year
Call (207) 815-5330 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Chris A. Nielsen at a glance

Chris A. Nielsen is a dui/dwi, car accidents, personal injury, criminal defense, and federal crimes attorney based in Saco, Maine. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Educated at University of Maine School of Law (J.D., 2004) and State University of New York at Plattsburgh (B.A., 2001). Active member of York County and Cumberland County Bar Associations Maine State Bar Association Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Federal Bar Association. Serands clients in Saco, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Chris A. Nielsen is a lawyer practicing criminal law, assault and battery, burglary and 37 other areas of law
  • Chris received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Plattsburgh in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Chris practices in Saco, ME

Practice Areas Explained

Chris A. Nielsen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Chris A. Nielsen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Chris A. Nielsen is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Maine →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Federal Crimes

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maine

Practicing law in Maine. Legal matters in Maine are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Saco are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maine state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maine brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Maine courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Chris A. Nielsen

Where is Chris A. Nielsen's law office located?
Chris A. Nielsen's law practice is located in Saco, Maine. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Chris A. Nielsen handle?
Chris A. Nielsen focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, personal injury, criminal defense, federal crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maine.
How long has Chris A. Nielsen practiced law?
Chris A. Nielsen has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Chris A. Nielsen go to law school?
Chris A. Nielsen earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.A., 2001).
How can I contact Chris A. Nielsen for a consultation?
You can contact Chris A. Nielsen directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
University of Maine School of Law
- 2004
B.A.
State University of New York at Plattsburgh
- 2001

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