Mark J. Peltier

Mark J. Peltier

5.0
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 15 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Portland, ME
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence

97A Exchange St., Suite 404, Portland, ME

About Mark

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

Provide diligent representation in all types of criminal cases including OUI/DUI, domestic violence assault and all felony level crimes.

16 years

40%
Juvenile Law 30%

Representation and defense for juveniles charges with both civil and criminal charges. Provide both zealous advocacy and guidance for all young persons in cases ranging from minor violations to serious felony level offenses. Finally, despite popular belief, juvenile adjudications can have an impact on a youths future. A good attorney can help minimize these impacts so that a mistake made as a youth does not jeopardize the future.

16 years

30%
DUI and DWI 15%

Includes all aspects of the OUI process from administrative hearings to jury trial. Provide advocacy and defense to ensure that your rights are protected and you achieve the best possible result.

15%
Domestic Violence 15%

Domestic violence convictions carry many possible side effects ranging from your right to possess firearms to increases charges if charged in the future. Effective representation seeks to minimize these impacts and achieve the best possible result, either through a plea bargain or jury trial.

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 15 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maine for 15 years

State: Maine

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Rioux, Donahue, Chmelecki & Peltier

97A Exchange St., Suite 404, Portland, ME, 04101

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Mark J. Peltier's Reviews

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Posted by Darren | November 16, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Upront and fair

Mark was terrific throughout the process. He was extremely clear and responsive anytime I wanted clarity on the process. I would recommend Mark to anyone who is interested in a lawyer who will be upfront and fair on what is occurring. Thanks for the help Mark!

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Mark J. Peltier's Lawyer Endorsements

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T. Khan

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Luke Rioux

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mark does a great job for his clients. He is passionate yet delicate and really knows how to massage the law."

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Luke Rioux

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Honors

2008

Chief's Award, U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services, District of Maine

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Partner, Rioux, Donahue, Chmelecki & Peltier, LLC

2011 - 2014

Attorney, Fairfield & Associates, P.A.

2009 - 2010

Student Attorney, United States Attorney's Office

Associations

2011 - Present

Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2010 - Present

Maine State Bar Association

2010 - Present

American Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Smith

Jury verdict of not guilty.

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Education

2010

University of Maine School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

Languages

English

Activity

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