Atty. Stephen J. Schwartz
Steve Schwartz, has been practicing law for 37 years. He is known as one of the most caring, hardworking, and successful lawyers in the state of Maine.
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Stephen J. Schwartz is a Member based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Schwartz & Schwartz, P.A.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and poa. Admitted to practice in Maine (1985) and U.S. District Court, District of Maine (1985). Educated at Santa Clara University Law School (J.D., 1985) and University of Maine (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Steve Schwartz, has been practicing law for 37 years
- He is known as one of the most caring, hardworking, and successful lawyers in the state of Maine
- He has been voted by his peers into Best
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Stephen J. Schwartz is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Maine →
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Stephen J. Schwartz is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Maine →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Stephen J. Schwartz is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Maine →
Stephen J. Schwartz is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Maine →
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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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