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Peter J. Van Hemel is a Shareholder based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Bernstein Shur. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on real estate and energy. Admitted to practice in Maine (2001). Educated at Boston University School of Law (J.D., 2001) and College of William and Mary (B.A. International, 1995). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Affiliations Member: Maine State Bar Association. Serands clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Peter J. Van Hemel is a lawyer practicing energy, real estate
- Peter received a B.A. degree from College of William and Mary in 1995, and has been licensed for 25 years
- Peter practices at Bernstein Shur in Portland, ME
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter J. Van Hemel handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
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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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