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William C. Knowles is a Partner based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Verrill Dana LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on probate, family law, real estate, estate litigation, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Idaho (1981), Maine U.S. District Court of Maine (1982), and U.S. Supreme Court (1994). Educated at University of Warwick (LL.B., 1978) and Indiana University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships Maine State Bar Association Past Member, Gignoux Inn of Courts Maine Trial Lawyers Association fellow, Maine Justice Foundation Member, American Board of Trial Advocates. Serands clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. William C. Knowles is a lawyer practicing litigation & trial, probate litigation, real estate litigation and 5 other areas of law
- William received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1975, and has been licensed for 45 years
- William practices at Verrill Dana LLP in Portland, ME
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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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