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About L. James Lavertu at a glance
L. James Lavertu is a Member based in Madawaska, Maine, practicing at Lavertu Law Offices. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Maine (1977). Educated at University of Ottawa, Canada (LL.B., 1975) and St. Louis College (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Aroostook County and Maine State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Madawaska, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Mr. L. James Lavertu is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, general practice, real estate and 8 other areas of law
- L. received a B.A. degree from St. Louis College in 1968, and has been licensed for 49 years
- L. practices at Lavertu Law Offices in Madawaska, ME
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L. James Lavertu's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases L. James Lavertu handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
L. James Lavertu is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Maine →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
L. James Lavertu is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Maine →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
L. James Lavertu is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Maine →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
L. James Lavertu is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Maine →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
L. James Lavertu is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Maine →
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 Madawaska 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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