Atty. James E. O'Connell, Esq.

Atty. James E. O'Connell, Esq.

James E. O'Connell, Esq. is a lawyer practicing personal injury, medical malpractice, civil practice and 23 other areas of law.

Lewiston Lewiston 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About James E. O'Connell, Esq. at a glance

James E. O'Connell, Esq. is a Partner based in Lewiston, Maine. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and motorcycle. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1997), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts, U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1997), and Maine (2007). Educated at Northeastern University (J.D., 1997) and Tufts University (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Maine State Bar Association Maine Trial Lawyers Association American Association For Justice. Serands clients in Lewiston, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James E. O'Connell, Esq. is a lawyer practicing personal injury, medical malpractice, civil practice and 23 other areas of law
  • James E. received a B.A. degree from Tufts University in 1992, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • James E. practices in Lewiston, ME

Practice Areas Explained

James E. O'Connell, Esq.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E. O'Connell, Esq. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

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

James E. O'Connell, Esq. is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Maine →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

James E. O'Connell, Esq. is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Maine →

Wrongful Death

James E. O'Connell, Esq. is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Maine →

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.

James E. O'Connell, Esq. is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Maine →

Motorcycle Accidents

James E. O'Connell, Esq. is one of 11,237 motorcycle attorneys indexed nationally. Browse motorcycle 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 Lewiston 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 James E. O'Connell, Esq.

Where is James E. O'Connell, Esq.'s law office located?
James E. O'Connell, Esq.'s law practice is located in Lewiston, Maine. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E. O'Connell, Esq. handle?
James E. O'Connell, Esq. focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, motorcycle. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maine.
How long has James E. O'Connell, Esq. practiced law?
James E. O'Connell, Esq. has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did James E. O'Connell, Esq. go to law school?
James E. O'Connell, Esq. earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact James E. O'Connell, Esq. for a consultation?
You can contact James E. O'Connell, Esq. 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.
What awards or recognition has James E. O'Connell, Esq. received?
James E. O'Connell, Esq.'s notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Northeastern University
- 1997
B.A.
Tufts University
- 1992

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts, U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1997
Maine
Admitted: 2007

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