Atty. John P. McVeigh

Atty. John P. McVeigh

Mr. John P.

Portland Portland 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About John P. McVeigh at a glance

John P. McVeigh is a Partner based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Preti, Flaherty, Beliveau & Pachios, LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on business, ip, bankruptcy, chapter 11, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Maine (1987) and U.S. District Court, District of Maine, U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1987). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1987) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Cumberland County, Maine State and American Bar Associations American Bankruptcy Institute. Serands clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. John P. McVeigh is a lawyer practicing business, education, bankruptcy / chapter 11 and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1969, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • John practices at Preti, Flaherty, Beliveau & Pachios, LLP in Portland, ME

Practice Areas Explained

John P. McVeigh's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

John P. McVeigh is one of 5,840 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 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 P. McVeigh

Where is John P. McVeigh's law office located?
John P. McVeigh's law practice is located in Portland, Maine. The firm is Preti, Flaherty, Beliveau & Pachios, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John P. McVeigh handle?
John P. McVeigh focuses on business, ip, bankruptcy, chapter 11, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maine.
How long has John P. McVeigh practiced law?
John P. McVeigh has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did John P. McVeigh go to law school?
John P. McVeigh earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact John P. McVeigh for a consultation?
You can contact John P. McVeigh 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 P. McVeigh received?
John P. McVeigh's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1987
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1969

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Maine
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, District of Maine, U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1987

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