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About James A. Billings at a glance
James A. Billings is a personal injury, criminal defense, family law, construction, and litigation attorney based in Presque Isle, Maine. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Admitted to practice in Maine (2002), U.S. District Court, District of Maine (2002), and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (2003). Educated at University of Maine, School of Law (J.D., 2000) and University of Maine (B.A., 1997). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Kennebec County (President), Maine State and American Bar Associations Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Treasurer) Maine Trial Lawyers Association National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Presque Isle, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. James A. Billings is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, criminal defense, personal injury and 2 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from University of Maine in 1997, and has been licensed for 24 years
- James practices in Presque Isle, ME
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James A. Billings's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A. Billings handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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.
James A. Billings is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Maine →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
James A. Billings is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Maine →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
James A. Billings is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Maine →
James A. Billings is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Maine →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James A. Billings is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Maine →
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 Presque Isle 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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