Atty. Matthew Nichols
Mr. Nichols is widely regarded as one of Maine’s best attorneys in the field of OUI defense.
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Matthew Nichols is a Partner based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Nichols & Tucker, P.A.. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Maine (1986) and U.S. District Court, District of Maine (1986). Educated at University of Maine Law School (J.D., 1986) and University of Maine (B.A. History, 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Maine State Bar Association National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys Maine Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys. Serands clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Nichols is widely regarded as one of Maine’s best attorneys in the field of OUI defense
- He has appeared on a variety of television and radio programs to discuss high-profile cases that he has defended
- Attorney Nichols regularly writes about Maine criminal defense and you can read his articles on the Maine Defender Blog Quick Facts about Matthew Nichols • Trial Attorney. • Born: Mt
- Clemens, Michigan in 1960. • Residence: Portland, Maine. • Married in 1992. • Licensed to practice in Maine since 1986. • Two years as Assistant City Solicitor in Bangor, Maine
- In private practice since 1988
- Maine OUI Lawyer Mr. Nichols speaks to lawyers at numerous seminars on the topics of criminal defense and defense of OUI, DWI, and DUI drunk driving cases
- Described as a “zealous and fearless advocate”, he is a perennial attendee at national seminars on drunk driving defense
- Attoney Matthew Nichols is also a certified Intoxilyzer 5000 operator and has testified as an expert witness on its operation and administration
- He has successfully defended thousands of citizens accused of OUI as well as other crimes ranging from major felonies to simple misdemeanors
- Experienced Criminal Defense There is more to the practice of law than television’s depictions of high courtroom drama and criminal behavior
- Each year many new laws are enacted and legal representation is essential
- Our attorneys may be called upon to initiate or defend civil suits that involve a range of wrongdoing, including personal injury, OUI, DWI and DUI driving cases
- We’re here to help put you on the right side of the law and protect your rights when accused of felonies and other criminal offenses
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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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