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Donald S. Hornblower
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Biography
Donald has practiced law in Maine for 24 years. Don majored in Philosophy and English in collegeand graduated Magna Cum Laude from Boston College in 1982. After working in the counseling and socialservice fields and in alternative sentencing programs, he attended the University Of Maine School Of Law, where he received a Juris Doctor degree in 1991. While Don was in law school, he worked forSentencing Options, a program designed to recommend alternative sentences (sentences that were alternatives to jail and prison terms) to courts was admitted to practice law in Maine in1991, and began his legal practice in courts in the Androscoggin, Franklin, Oxford and Cumberland counties. In that same year he was also admitted to the Massachusetts Bar and the United States District Court for Maine. Over the past 24 years, Don has represented clients in criminal, family, divorce, bankruptcy,child protective, protection from abuse, civil, and personal injury cases. Within his criminal practice, Don has represented clients in cases ranging from misdemeanors such as Assault, Theft, OUI, OAS, to serious felonies, such as Drug Trafficking, Aggravated Assault, and Operatingafter Habitual Offender, Robbery, Burglary, and Murder. With clients accused of an administrative and criminal OUI charges, Don vigorously investigates and prepares a defense for every case. He represents his client ineach stage of every proceeding, from administrative hearings at the Departmentof Motor Vehicles to motion hearings and trials at court. Don is presently serving as the Defense Attorney Liaison for the Androscoggin County Drug Court, a program designed toclosely monitor, treat, and evaluate eligible offenders who have committed crimes as a consequence of serious addictions to drugs and/or alcohol. Don has also served as a committee member on the Maine Alliance of Drug Treatment is a member of the Maine BarAssociation, the Maine Association of Criminal Defense lawyers, the Androscoggin County Bar Association, and the Maine Trial Lawyers Association. He is a past committee member of New Beginnings, a program advocating for and serving the needs of local disadvantaged teenage youth. Don was born in Lynn, Massachusetts, and nowcalls Maine residesin Portland with his wife, Amy, two children, and dog, Manny, who was named inhonor of Red Sox legend, Manny Ramirez.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
38%
34 years
Divorce and Separation
22%
34 years
DUI and DWI
17%
34 years
Domestic Violence
13%
34 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Maine for 34 years
State: Maine
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Licensed in Massachusetts for 33 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Donald S. Hornblower
95 Park St Ste 510, Lewiston, ME, 04240-7282
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Donald S. Hornblower's Reviews
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Posted by Eric | November 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best lawyer EVER
I was searching for a lawyer and came across a few who told me outrageous prices and I wasn’t comfortable with them based upon conversations I had with them. I keep looking and came acrosss Donald he was hands down the best lawyer ever. He beat a drug trafficking case with 7 counts of trafficking. Ju...
Posted by Jenn | November 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
More than a lawyer
I was facing very severe felony charges including multiple class a aggravated trafficking charges, gun charges and a a few others... I believe it was a total of 7 charges all of which were felonies. The trafficking charges alone held a mandatory minimum of 4 years. I had a lawyer that at tre beginnin...
Posted by anonymous | July 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Do NOT HIRE
Poor communication in the beginning everything will sound great once you pay him he's worse than a legal aid. Waste of my time and money I had to have another attorney guide me in the right direction he's not upfront and he procrastinates. You will be disappointed
Posted by Wendy | June 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very knowledgeable attorney
In hiring Attorney Hornblower on a family issue that was very complex in nature was an easy decision. He was upfront about everything involving the case, extremely knowledgeable, open to new strategies, and always kept me informed on the status. I would hire him again if needed.
Posted by anonymous | March 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly Recommend
Mr. Hornblower was an incredible attorney throughout my sons DUI case. He displayed an amazing work ethic, was trustworthy and compassionate. He was very kind and understanding. He made sure to explain in great details all the options my son had. He took the time to answer all our questions throughou...
Donald S. Hornblower's Lawyer Endorsements
"Don Hornblower is one of the most passionate, intelligent and effective advocate that I have worked with for the past 15 years. He is kind but aggressive when he has to be and a very skilled trial lawyer. Not only is Attorney Hornblower an excellent attorney, he is well respected and liked in the community. I highly recommend Attorney Hornblower in any matter. ."
"Don Hornblower is one of the most effective attorneys I know. I have been practicing with Don since he became an attorney 25 years ago. We have worked against each other and with each other on very complicated cases. Don is very well respected in the legal community. He was chosen among hundreds of possible defense attorneys to serve as the defense attorney liaison on our local Drug Court. Don has handled every possible type of criminal case from misdemeanors to murder. Don is regularly asked by the local judges to take on the defense representation of the most difficult criminal cases. His results by jury trial or very favorable plea agreements are equal to the best around. I regularly refer my family and friends to him for representation as I know they will get the best representation and service. Don is well liked across the State by other attorneys. His work is well known. He is effective, thorough and focused on each of his many satisfied clients."
"I endorse Attorney Hornblower; Don is an experience litigator who works diligently for his clients. He is conscientious and intelligent and achieves great results for his clients."
"Attorney Donald Hornblower brings intelligence, compassion and experience to the practice of law. He is one of the most respected attorneys in the region and has handled hundreds, if not thousands, of cases in the areas of criminal defense, child custody and personal injury. As an advocate he works tirelessly for his clients, is accessible, and will always go the proverbial "extra mile". I fully and unequivocally endorse him to the person who is seeking vigorous representation."
"Don is an experienced attorney and zealous advocate for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Don Hornblower for nearly twenty years. We have worked together on many cases and on many occasions as a State's Attorney, I prosecuted cases where Don was defense counsel. Don works tirelessly for his clients. His thoughtful and intelligent approach to his cases yield excellent results for the people he represents."
"I have known Don Hornblower for 25 years. He is professional, respected, and honest. He cares about each client as an individual and will doggedly work in the best interests of the client. If you have a criminal or traffic case, I wholeheartedly endorse Don as an effective attorney who will do a great job."
"I have worked with Don on family law cases over the last few years. He is involved, effective, and caring towards clients. He is a good listener, prepares thoroughly, and advocates effectively in court. I would recommend him to anyone for family law and criminal defense."
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Experience
Honors
N/A
Magna Cum Laude, Boston College
N/A
Jim Polcaro Dedication to Athletics Award, Georgetown High School
Work Experience
2014 - Present
president/ owner, Law Office of Donald S Hornblower
2010 - 2013
President, Hornblower Lynch Rabasco & Van Dyke
2002 - 2014
Attorney, Hornblower Lynch Rabasco & Van Dyke
1991 - 1997
Associate, Law Office of David Sanders
Associations
2011 - Present
Androscoggin County Drug Treatment CourtDefense Attorney Lliason
Androscoggin Clounty Bar Association
Maine State Bar Association
Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
1998 - 2002
New BeginningsBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
Thayer v. Harris
Judge in ME found contempt, ordered defendant to arrange for flight and for visitation, contempt behavior to stop, and fine and attorneys fees
Education
1991
University of Maine School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1982
Boston College
BA
Speaking Engagements
2015
Ethical Quandries in Drug Treatment Courts
Drug addiction treatment and defense
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
Should I get a lawyer? I am concerned about jail time. This is my first issue ever with the law.
20 Feb 2017
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I am going through a divorce , sole custody
18 Feb 2017
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Can my Dr test my blood work for drugs? Without telling me?
16 Feb 2017