Kristine C. Hanly

Kristine C. Hanly

4.4
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Portland, ME
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family, Federal Crime

217 Commercial Street, Suite 205, Portland, ME

About Kristine

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Specializing in litigation, with acquittals at trial for class A felonies, and positive outcomes for clients at all levels of the criminal justice system.

16 years

50%
DUI and DWI 35%

Hundreds of clients in Souther Maine have benefited from the personal approach to OUI defense that I apply to my practice.

16 years

35%
Family 10%

14 years

10%
Federal Crime 5%

16 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 16 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maine for 16 years

State: Maine

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Hanly Law, LLC

217 Commercial Street, Suite 205, Portland, ME, 04101

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Kristine C. Hanly's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

Posted by anonymous | October 18, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Didn't use, but great experience!

Our case ended up being minor and being thrown out, but since we had never even had so much as a speeding ticket we freaked out and made an appointment with Hanly Law (With Tom). He reassured us that everything would be fine and that he certainly could not take our money to assist us, as our case wou...ld most certainly be thrown out (which it was). Some lawyers might have taken advantage of the situation and taken a fee to represent a slam dunk case, but not Hanly. I was very impressed by the integrity of this law office and their ability to calm frayed nerves with solid advice and experience. Very refreshing.

Posted by anonymous | April 5, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Kristine is the best attorney one could hope for

This was my first (and hopefully last) experience with the criminal justice system. Following my arrest, I consulted with a few attorneys regarding my case, and while everyone seemed interested in helping me, I always walked away feeling skeptical. However, my meeting with Kristine was the first wher...e I was treated with any compassion, which was all the more appreciated considering that everything up until then had felt intimidating and dehumanizing. Her natural rapport, intelligence, and professionalism made me confident with my decision to go forward with her. Throughout my case, Kristine displayed expert knowledge and was very communicative in regard to the many requests and reviews of evidence, as well as the scheduling of necessary court dates (she spared me a lot of appearances and legwork). Further, her team was also highly responsive in terms of ensuring I received all the help and attention I needed/wanted. While the case was ultimately resolved satisfactorily (no conviction, and scheduled to be dismissed), I still cannot adequately express my gratitude to Kristine, nor can I recommend her enough. This was an incredibly stressful and difficult experience to go through, but I feel fortunate to have had Kristine fight for me – I don’t know what I would have done, or where I would be, without her.

Posted by anonymous | July 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best lawyer in town.

Kristine was the best lawyer I could have asked for. Very compassionate towards my situation and was very good at explaining the process of how the court system works and how it applied to me. I highly recommend her and her staff to anyone in Portland/greater Portland area who needs assistance!

Posted by Jason | July 8, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Understanding and knowledgeable

Kristine took so much time and effort to get it right on my case. She was level headed about decisions and was knowledgeable about what the law really reads. She was able to guide me through my post divorce child legal matters. She was always available and had a wealth of experience to back her state...ments that ultimately gave me the outcome I was hoping for in my family matter. She met me and other where they were at and worked to come up with reasonable solutions that hadn't been attainable prior to her. She Is absolutely worth retaining and you wont be disappointed with her efforts to help you resolve your legal matters .

Posted by Gary | April 6, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

She saved me jail time

I was totally expecting jail time and Kristine got the entire case dismissed! She was also very proactive in refunding the unused portion of my retainer. She is professional and honest. Highly recommended if you are in trouble and need a good lawyer. -Gary-

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Kristine C. Hanly's Lawyer Endorsements

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Thomas Richard

Unknown lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"Kristine is a tireless, caring advocate for all of her clients. I recommend her without hesitation if you are facing the misfortune of a criminal charge."

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Dylan Boyd

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kristine is an excellent lawyer who knows the ins and outs of the criminal justice system and works hard for her clients."

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Zachary Paakkonen

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Kristine Hanly. Kristine is a hard-working and zealous advocate for her clients."

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Robert LeBrasseur

Criminal defense lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Dylan Boyd

Criminal defense lawyer

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Tina Nadeau

Appeals lawyer

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Robert LeBrasseur

Criminal defense lawyer

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Zachary Paakkonen

Civil rights lawyer

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Peter Evans

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2011

Golden Hammer Award for Service, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Portland

2009

Pro Bono Service Award, University of Maine School of Law

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Advisory Committee On Rules of Criminal Proceedure, Maine Supreme Judicial Court

2010 - Present

Managing Partner, Hanly Law, LLC

2009 - Present

Court Appointed Counsel, Maine Commission on indigent Legal Services

2012 - 2016

Defense Attorney Liason, Cumberland County Adult Treatment Court

2009 - 2009

Student Associate, Cumberland County, Maine, D.A.'S Office

2008 - 2009

Student Assistant, U.S. Attorney's Office

Associations

2016 - Present

Maine State Bar Association, Criminal Law Section

Chair

2015 - Present

United Way of Greater Portland

Community Goal Setting Board

2009 - Present

Maine State Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2009 - Present

Cumberland County Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Maine vs. (Name Withheld)

Dismissed on Day of Trial

State of Maine vs. (Name Withheld)

Jury Trial: Not Guilty

State of Maine vs. (Name Withheld)

Reduced Penalty

State of Maine vs. (Name Withheld)

Charges Dismissed

State of Maine vs. (Name Withheld)

Jury Trial: Not Guilty

State of Maine vs. (Name Withheld)

Dismissed on Day of Trial

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Education

2009

University of Maine School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

Colby College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Business Law- Visiting Speaker Series

Fourth Amendment Protections

Languages

English

Activity

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