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Eric S. Thistle
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Biography
Eric S. Thistle is a trial lawyer practicing at Irwin & Morris in Portland, Maine. Attorney Thistle focuses his practice in the areas of Criminal Defense, Personal Injury and Family Law. He has successfully represented hundreds of individuals in the District and Superior Courts in York and Cumberland Counties.
Attorney Thistle is a member of the Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and on the Board of Directors for the York Bar Association.
Attorney Thistle attended the University of Southern Maine and was a member of the men’s varsity basketball team. He later earned his J.D. from New England School of Law, in Boston, Massachusetts. While in law school, Eric focused on criminal law and procedure, and worked for two small law firms defending individuals charged with criminal offenses.
Attorney Thistle’s entire career has been spent defending the rights of his individual clients. Eric has represented clients in some of the most serious criminal offenses, including Manslaughter, Aggravated Drug Trafficking, Gross Sexual Assault, and Aggravated Domestic Violence Assault, just to name a few. He has also represented clients in complex divorce and parental rights matters and serious injury cases.
When not in court or at the office, Eric enjoys playing in men’s basketball leagues with his former teammates, and spending time with his wife and three children.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
40%
11 years
Criminal Defense
25%
11 years
DUI and DWI
25%
11 years
Personal Injury
10%
11 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Maine for 10 years
State: Maine
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Location
Irwin & Morris
183 Middle Street, Portland, ME, 04101
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Eric S. Thistle's Reviews
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Posted by Devin | January 4, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Fantastic Laywer
Eric has been my Laywer for a couple years now and I’ve been in and out of jail the whole time. He has gotten me some amazing deals with some of my cases.multiple dropped just overall a person you want on your side when your facing years. Thank you Eric!!!
Posted by anonymous | March 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Strong advocate
Was always available and spent the time to explain and answer all my questions. Worked extremely hard and was always on top of the case. Would highly recommend Eric Thistle to anyone I know.
Posted by Ellie | January 4, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
The best lawyer I've retained
Eric worked deligently on my case. He was very down to earth and understanding with my circumstances. He fought for me like no lawyer ever has.
Posted by Ashley | September 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Someone you can trust
We hired Eric to defend a member of our family against a series of complicated domestic violence-related charges. Eric was great to work with and was open to discussing and developing his strategy with the entire family in defense of our sibling. He was well prepared for the motions he filed with t...
Posted by Brent | September 2, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
A powerhouse.
When a judge that has been on the bench for many years says my trial was one of the best presented that he has seen in many years, that is saying something. Eric worked hard to present compelling arguments that led to a not guilty verdict after only 9 minutes of deliberation, which is somewhat of a r...
Eric S. Thistle's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Thistle is a strong advocate for his clients, and works tirelessly to achieve the best results for his clients. Attorney Thistle guides his clients through the legal system, making them fully aware of what is happening to ease their minds and make fully informed decisions."
"Eric is confident and thorough in the courtroom, and expertly protects his client's rights at trial. I endorse this lawyer without hesitation."
"Eric is a great lawyer and someone I wouldn't hesitate to recommend. Eric brings a sharp legal mind and strong commitment to his client in every case I have known him to defend."
William Ashe
Criminal defense lawyer
Nathaniel Hitchcock
Criminal defense lawyer
Meredith Schmid
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2022
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2021
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2020
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Attorney, Fairfield & Associates
2015 - 2016
Attorney, Elias Law Offices
Associations
2019 - Present
York Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
2015 - Present
Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Lacourse
Hung jury
State v. Berry
Client Acquitted by Judge at Trial
Education
2015
New England (Boston)
Speaking Engagements
2016
York High School Senior Class
Maine Criminal Law
Publications
2018
Maine Legal Blog
A Wise Man Once Said: Nothing at All
2018
Maine Legal Blog
What You Need to Know About Field Sobriety Tests
2018
2018
Maine Legal Blog
Innocent Until Proven Guilty? Not at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard.
2017
Maine Legal Blog
Maine Parental Discipline Laws
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Public defender in Maine
29 Sep 2018
Q&A
I have a failure to appear in court for an oui 24 years ago, how can I resolve this?
19 Sep 2018
Q&A
Can I be charged with theft because the shop owners viseo said it looks like I put it in my bag?
30 Aug 2018