Atty. Matthew S. Raynes

Atty. Matthew S. Raynes

Mr. Matthew S.

Bangor Bangor 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew S. Raynes at a glance

Matthew S. Raynes is a Shareholder; Chair, Labor & Employment and Immigration Practice Groups based in Bangor, Maine, practicing at Eaton Peabody. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on employment, immigration, and international. Admitted to practice in Maine U.S. District Court, District of Maine (1999). Educated at University of Maine School of Law (J.D., 1998) and Bates College (B.A., 1990). Serands clients in Bangor, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Matthew S. Raynes is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, labor & employment, immigration and 1 other area of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from Bates College in 1990, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Matthew practices at Eaton Peabody in Bangor, ME

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew S. Raynes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew S. Raynes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

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International Law

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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 Bangor 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 Matthew S. Raynes

Where is Matthew S. Raynes's law office located?
Matthew S. Raynes's law practice is located in Bangor, Maine. The firm is Eaton Peabody. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew S. Raynes handle?
Matthew S. Raynes focuses on employment, immigration, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maine.
How long has Matthew S. Raynes practiced law?
Matthew S. Raynes has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Matthew S. Raynes go to law school?
Matthew S. Raynes earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Matthew S. Raynes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Maine School of Law
- 1998
B.A.
Bates College
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Maine U.S. District Court, District of Maine
Admitted: 1999

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