Atty. Newell A. Augur
Newell Augur has more than 20 years of experience in Maine in the fields of government relations and administrative law, cultivating long-standing relationships with state government officials and other policy leaders. Newell’s experience includes designing and executing his clients’ legislative strategy, enlisting and organizing stakeholders, serving as spokesperson for press events, and monitoring initiatives that affect client operations.
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Newell A. Augur is a government attorney based in Augusta, Maine, practicing at Pierce Atwood LLP. Educated at Boston College Law School (J.D., 1995) and Georgetown University (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations Practice (2026). Serands clients in Augusta, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Newell Augur has more than 20 years of experience in Maine in the fields of government relations and administrative law, cultivating long-standing relationships with state government officials and other policy leaders
- Newell’s experience includes designing and executing his clients’ legislative strategy, enlisting and organizing stakeholders, serving as spokesperson for press events, and monitoring initiatives that affect client operations
- He has appeared before the Maine Commission on Governmental Ethics and Election Practices representing both individuals and political action committees on a variety of campaign finance and ethics issues
- In addition to serving as a lobbyist for businesses, nonprofits, and other clients before the Maine Legislature and state agencies, Newell has led three successful statewide referenda campaigns, and served as legal and strategic counsel for several others
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Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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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 Augusta 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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