Atty. Michael Richards
Mr. Michael Richards is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, litigation, employment / labor.
Employment & Labor & More Attorney · Serving Scarborough, ME · 46+ Years Experience
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About Michael Richards at a Glance
Michael Richards is a Member based in Scarborough, Maine. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on employment, workers comp, and litigation. Educated at University of Maine School of Law (J.D., 1980) and University of Maine (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Scarborough, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Richards
- Mr. Michael Richards is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, litigation, employment / labor
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Maine in 1973, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Michael practices in Scarborough, ME
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Richards's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Richards handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Scarborough.
Employment Law in Scarborough
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Michael Richards is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Maine →
Workers Compensation in Scarborough
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Michael Richards is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Maine →
Civil Litigation in Scarborough
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael Richards is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Maine →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Scarborough
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 Scarborough 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.
Scarborough Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Scarborough-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 Scarborough Choose Michael Richards
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 Michael Richards's practice in the field of employment, workers comp, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Richards brings 46+ 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 employment, workers comp, and litigation, Michael Richards can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Scarborough
A Scarborough-based practice means Michael Richards 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 Michael Richards Handles in Scarborough
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael Richards 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.
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