Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Augusta, ME · 38+ Years Experience
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About Stephen J. Bourget at a Glance
Stephen J. Bourget is a Member based in Augusta, Maine, practicing at Bourget & Bourget, P.A.. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Maine (1988). Educated at Franklin Pierce Law Center (J.D University, 1987). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Maine State Bar Association. Serves clients in Augusta, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Stephen J. Bourget
- Mr. Stephen J. Bourget is a lawyer practicing real estate, criminal defense, civil litigation
- Stephen received a degree from Franklin Pierce Law Center in 1987, and has been licensed for 38 years
- Stephen practices at Bourget & Bourget, P.A. in Augusta, ME
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Stephen J. Bourget's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen J. Bourget handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Augusta.
Criminal Defense in Augusta
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Real Estate Law in Augusta
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Civil Litigation in Augusta
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Augusta
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 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.
Augusta Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Augusta-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 Augusta Choose Stephen J. Bourget
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 Stephen J. Bourget's practice in the field of criminal defense, real estate, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Stephen J. Bourget brings 38+ 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 criminal defense, real estate, and litigation, Stephen J. Bourget can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Augusta
A Augusta-based practice means Stephen J. Bourget attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Stephen J. Bourget Handles in Augusta
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Stephen J. Bourget 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Stephen J. Bourget directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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