Verne E. Paradie Jr.

Verne E. Paradie Jr.

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 26 years

Personal injury Lawyer at lewiston, ME
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, Litigation, Family

217 main street, Suite 202, lewiston, ME

About Verne

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 45%

Car accidents, vaccination injuries; slip and falls, medical malpractice, products liability.

27 years

45%
Criminal Defense 30%

All areas of criminal defense in both Federal and State Court including Operating Under the Influence, Homocide, Gross Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence Assault, Drug Trafficking, Burglary, Theft and others.

27 years

30%
Litigation 20%

Whistleblower Act claims, Workplace Discrimination, Shareholder disputes, Protection from Abuse matters, Probate Court litigation and others.

27 years

20%
Family 5%

Divorce, Parental Rights and Responsibilities, Child Support

27 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 200-300 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Maine for 26 years

State: Maine

Acquired: 1999

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Paradie & Rabasco

217 main street, Suite 202, lewiston, ME, 04240

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Verne E. Paradie Jr.'s Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jessica | March 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Vern Paradie Review

On behalf of my minor daughter, who was 15 at the time of our petition to vaccine court, I sought out Vern Paradie's services as he was recommended by another local law firm who does not handle vaccine cases. Our case was challenging as the vaccine that injured my daughter is new and not many cases ...have been herd. There were no cases won yet for my daughter's particular condition. Vern helped my daughter and I, by word and deed, feel validated and secure that he was going to do everything in his power to help our case be heard in court and to ensure fair compensation was paid. He did not ask for erroneous monies upfront or otherwise as I had heard happen from other families from lawyers that they hired for their vaccine case. He was honest about the risk we were taking by not settling but respected our wishes to tell our story in court and seek fair compensation for her injuries. Vern stood up for us in court, hired an excellent expert to testify on our behalf and we did win our case. I highly recommend the services of Vern Paradie. ~Jessica RN

Posted by anonymous | June 30, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Cannot say enough

Over the last four years Verne has represented me in a very long case and I feel I could not have asked for anyone more knowledgeable. There were times when I was ready to give up and Verne kept me centered and on point. His work was very reasonably priced as well as paid off in the end. I would reco...mmend him to anyone knowing that Verne gives it his all and makes you feel like you are his only client.

Posted by anonymous | April 22, 2015

Incredibly helpful and knowledgible.

We had a very sudden and difficult issue that transpired late one night. I had not known Verne nor had we had any previous experience. We called him late one evening. Verne was willing to provide advice and guidance. He was right on-target with his advice and guidance. The next day he made time ava...ilable to guide us through the legal process. Verne was knowledgeable and skilled. He was able to lay out the year long process and probable outcome. He was able to provide reassurance and a plan. The outcome was great. . I would not hesitate to recommend his services and firm.

Posted by anonymous | April 22, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

A lawyer that cares

Mr. Paradie handled a vaccination case for me in regards to a settlement. He was excellent in every manner and I could not have asked for a more knowledgeable, professional, caring man. He kept me in the loop and would contact me frequently about the status of the case, and a lot of times it was on... his personal time. He guided me through the process and in the end we were victorious in our case. I cannot say enough good about Mr. Paradie.

Posted by steve | November 20, 2013 | Criminal Defense

facts about verne and his team with you , and the respect i know people have for him as a lawyer.

he is always polite and respectfull, to everyone involved , but he is also quick to react to surprises. his knowledge of the laws are inpecable , i felt that he believes in the laws but is honest to say alot of laws need work to make trials more fare for all parties involved , i fell he gave me 100 %... in my trial . i felt he treated me with respect and dignity even tho my charges were herendous , he reviewed my case and was on it like white on rice , lol . i feel verne is very simpathetic to everyone involved and believes in the truth in any case , i feel he is like that because he believes in his clients , i see it as when verne seeks justice for his clients he hols no limitations for his client , viewing his track record , i dont care if he is court appt . / we know this state never pays anyone what there worth , lol , or if your paying him a million dollars , he thives on showing you that your as good as a client no matter who you are . i dont thing verne knows much about the us currency , jokeing , but he knows people and law , but most of all he know respect for his fellow human being , p.s. also he loves a challange big or small , he thrives on tricks and people trying to pull a fast one on him or his client , i dont think he has a delay button , he is very quick to react , and i notice when he catches them doing that he pops right up and says or does what he needs and usually ending any problem fasy , he is also a kill-em with kindness kind of guy , anyways i could keep going , but ill end this with saying verne , you are a good lawyer as well as an awesome human being , verne thank you for all your hard work and caring about me and my family , my wife and kids have the upmost respect for you , and no matter the out come of my trial our fealings as a lawyer and human being will never change. thank you all again from the bottom of my heart , ,,,,,,,,,,,,,steve

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Verne E. Paradie Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Stephen Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Verne is very knowledgeable and aggressive for his clients."

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Anthony Ferguson

Litigation lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Attorney Paradie for close to 20 years. He is well respected and very knowledgeable. I wholeheartedly endorse him as an effective attorney who will do a great job."

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Heather Seasonwein

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"Verne is an excellent criminal defense attorney with over 15 years of experience. Verne has tried numerous jury trials over the years in federal and state courts and has argued before the Maine Law Court more than 20 times. Verne also represents plaintiff's in vaccination cases throughout the country. He is one of just a few attorneys in the State of Maine who is admitted in the Federal Court of Claims."

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Edward Rabasco

Social Security & Disability lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

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2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

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2020

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2019

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2018

Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Paradie & Rabasco

2002 - 2012

Attorney, Trafton & Matzen

Associations

2005 - Present

United States Court of Federal Claims Bar Association

American Bar Association

Member

Maine State Bar Association

Member

American Association for Justice

Member

Maine Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. John Doe

Not guilty all nine counts

John Doe v. Department Health Human Services

$177,000.00

**** v. Department of Health and Human Services

$100,000

State of Maine v. John Doe

Not guilty verdict

State of Maine v. ***

Not guilty

***** v. Department of Health and Human Services

$150,000

John Smith v. *******

Settled for $240,000

**** v. Department of Health and Human Services

$60,000

******* v. ****** Day Care

Settled for $725,000.00

State of Maine v. ****

Not guilty

Cummings v. Bean

Affirmed

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Education

1999

Franklin Pierce Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

University of Southern Maine

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2014

Advanced Trial Tactics

Jury Selection

2014

Advanced Criminal Seminar

Coerced/False Confessions

Languages

English

Activity

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