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Peter W. Evans is a Partner based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Givertz Scheffee & Lavoie, PA. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, family law, and white collar. Admitted to practice in Commonwealth of Massachusetts U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1990). Educated at University of Maine School of Law (J.D., 1989) and University of Maine (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Cumberland, Maine State and American Bar Associations Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serves clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Peter W. Evans is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, general practice and 4 other areas of law
- Peter received a B.A. degree from University of Maine in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Peter practices at Givertz Scheffee & Lavoie, PA in Portland, ME
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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 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.
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