Atty. John C. Orestis

Atty. John C. Orestis

Mr. John C.

Lewiston Lewiston 58 yrs experience 58 year
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About John C. Orestis at a glance

John C. Orestis is a C.E.O. based in Lewiston, Maine. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Admitted to practice in Maine (1968) and U.S. Supreme Court (1981). Educated at Washington College of Law of American University (J.D., 1968) and Georgetown University (A.B., 1965). Serands clients in Lewiston, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. John C. Orestis is a lawyer
  • John received a A.B. degree from Georgetown University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • John practices in Lewiston, ME

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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John C. Orestis's law practice is located in Lewiston, Maine. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has John C. Orestis practiced law?
John C. Orestis has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
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John C. Orestis earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (A.B., 1965).
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Education

J.D.
Washington College of Law of American University
- 1968
A.B.
Georgetown University
- 1965

Bar Admissions

Maine
Admitted: 1968
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1981

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