Family & More Attorney · Serving Portland, ME · 36+ Years Experience
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About John D. Devine at a Glance
John D. Devine is a family law, real estate, and health care attorney based in Portland, Maine. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in Maine (1990). Educated at University of Maine School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Bowdoin College (A.B., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Memberships Maine State Bar Association International Council of Shopping Centers. Serves clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John D. Devine
- Mr. John D. Devine is a lawyer practicing real estate, health care, family
- John received a A.B. degree from Bowdoin College in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
- John practices in Portland, ME
Practice Areas Explained
John D. Devine's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John D. Devine handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Family Law in Portland
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Real Estate Law in Portland
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
John D. Devine is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Maine →
Health Care Law in Portland
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Portland
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 venue, 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.
Portland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Portland-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Portland Choose John D. Devine
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John D. Devine's practice in the field of family law, real estate, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John D. Devine brings 36+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering family law, real estate, and health care, John D. Devine can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Portland
A Portland-based practice means John D. Devine attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues John D. Devine Handles in Portland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John D. Devine has experience with under Maine law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact John D. Devine directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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