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Browse criminal defense lawyers serving Portland, Maine. Contact information and addresses listed below.
20 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Portland, ME
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Showing 20 criminal defense lawyers in Portland, ME
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Law Offices of Roger F. Brunelle, Jr.
75 Pearl St #210, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 699-4357 rbrunellelaw.com
Attorney Luke S. Rioux
97A Exchange St #404, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 956-0403 lukerioux.com
The Maine Criminal Defense Group
19 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 292-5736 notguiltyattorneys.com
Steve Smith Trial Lawyers
2 City Center, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 622-3711 americantrialgroup.com
Shaheen & Gordon, P.A.
75 Pearl St #400, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 495-7177 shaheengordon.com
Thistle Weaver & Morris
183 Middle St # 400, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 772-0303 twmmaine.com
Zerillo Law Firm
1250 Forest Ave Suite 3A, Portland, ME 04103
(207) 618-6555 zerillolaw.com
Robidas Law, LLC
527 Ocean Ave STE 1, Portland, ME 04103
(207) 838-0832 robidaslaw.com
Legal-Ease
2 City Center, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 805-0055 legal-ease.com
Jabar LaLiberty, LLC
482 Congress St Suite 401, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 426-4278 jbrllegal.com
Robert A. Levine, Esq.
17 South St, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 871-0036 robertlevineattorney.com
RDCP Law
30 Milk St Fifth Floor, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 358-4909 rdcplawyers.com
Boyd Wentworth
6 City Center 3rd Floor, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 536-7147 boydwentworth.com
Goodman Law Firm PA
1 Dana Street 4th Floor, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 775-4335 goodmanlawfirm.com
Nichols and Tucker, P.A.
1250 Forest Ave #10, Portland, ME 04103
(207) 879-4000 nicholstucker.com
McKenna PLLC
75 Pearl St #216, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 382-8100 mdmelaw.com
Norman, Hanson & DeTroy, LLC
Two Canal Plaza, Portland, ME 04112
(207) 774-7000 nhdlaw.com
Law Offices of Peter J. Cyr
85 Brackett St, Portland, ME 04102
(207) 828-5900 attorneypeterjcyr.com
Hallett Whipple Weyrens
6 City Center Ste 208, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 775-4255 hww.law
Kristine C. Hanly, Esq.
254 Commercial St Suite 245, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 281-4999 hanlylaw.com
If you are facing criminal charges in Portland Maine you need a lawyer who understands the local court system in Cumberland County. Portland lawyers handle cases from OUI to drug offenses in the Portland District Court and Superior Court. Maine law has specific rules for bail and speedy trial that your attorney can explain.
What Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer in Portland Cost?
Criminal defense lawyer costs in Portland Maine typically range from 1500 to 5000 dollars for a flat fee on a simple misdemeanor. Felony cases can cost 5000 to 20000 dollars or more. Many lawyers offer payment plans. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if I am arrested in Portland Maine?
Stay silent and ask for a lawyer immediately. Do not answer questions without your attorney present. You have the right to one phone call under Maine law.
How long does a criminal case take in Portland Maine?
Maine law requires a speedy trial within 90 days for some cases. Complex felonies can take several months. Your lawyer can file motions to protect your timeline.
What is the penalty for OUI in Maine?
A first OUI offense carries a minimum 48 hour jail sentence and a 150 day license suspension. Fines start at 500 dollars. Penalties increase with prior offenses.
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