Atty. William H. Sandstead

Atty. William H. Sandstead

William H. Sandstead is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, elder law.

Portland Portland 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About William H. Sandstead at a glance

William H. Sandstead is a Member based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Law Office of William Sandstead. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy and elder law. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1994). Educated at University of Maine (J.D., 1993) and Oberlin College (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William H. Sandstead is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, elder law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Oberlin College in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • William practices at Law Office of William Sandstead in Portland, ME

Practice Areas Explained

William H. Sandstead's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William H. Sandstead handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

William H. Sandstead is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Maine →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

William H. Sandstead is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Maine →

Jurisdictional Context

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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William H. Sandstead

Where is William H. Sandstead's law office located?
William H. Sandstead's law practice is located in Portland, Maine. The firm is Law Office of William Sandstead. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William H. Sandstead handle?
William H. Sandstead focuses on bankruptcy, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maine.
How long has William H. Sandstead practiced law?
William H. Sandstead has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did William H. Sandstead go to law school?
William H. Sandstead earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact William H. Sandstead for a consultation?
You can contact William H. Sandstead directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has William H. Sandstead received?
William H. Sandstead's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Maine
- 1993
B.A.
Oberlin College
- 1990

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1994

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