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David J. Backer is a trusts, probate, estate planning, and poa attorney based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Drummond Woodsum. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1977) and Maine (1997). Educated at Indiana University (J.D., 1977) and University of Texas at Austin (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Mr. David J. Backer is a lawyer practicing probate, estate planning, trusts and estates and 3 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
- David practices at Drummond Woodsum in Portland, ME
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David J. Backer is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Maine →
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An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
David J. Backer is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Maine →
David J. Backer is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Maine →
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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 Portland 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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