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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.
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- 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
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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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