Atty. John Colby Wallace

Atty. John Colby Wallace

John Colby Wallace is a lawyer practicing litigation & dispute resolution, trusts and estates, trusts and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Portland Portland 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About John Colby Wallace at a glance

John Colby Wallace is a Shareholder based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Bernstein Shur. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, tax, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Maine (2001), Commonwealth of Massachusetts (2002), and Florida (2013). Educated at University of Maine School of Law (J.D., 2001) and Boston University (B.A., 1997). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John Colby Wallace is a lawyer practicing litigation & dispute resolution, trusts and estates, trusts and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • John practices at Bernstein Shur in Portland, ME

Practice Areas Explained

John Colby Wallace's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Colby Wallace handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

John Colby Wallace is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Maine →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

John Colby Wallace is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Maine →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

John Colby Wallace is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Maine →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Colby Wallace

Where is John Colby Wallace's law office located?
John Colby Wallace's law practice is located in Portland, Maine. The firm is Bernstein Shur. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Colby Wallace handle?
John Colby Wallace focuses on trusts, estate planning, tax, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maine.
How long has John Colby Wallace practiced law?
John Colby Wallace has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did John Colby Wallace go to law school?
John Colby Wallace earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1997).
How can I contact John Colby Wallace for a consultation?
You can contact John Colby Wallace 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 John Colby Wallace received?
John Colby Wallace's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Maine School of Law
- 2001
B.A.
Boston University
- 1997

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Maine
Admitted: 2001
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Admitted: 2002
Florida
Admitted: 2013

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