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.
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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.
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- 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
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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.
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Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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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