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James P. Howaniec

Licensed for 40 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Lewiston, ME
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Lewiston, ME

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Licenses

Licensed in Maine for 40 years

State: Maine

Acquired: 1985

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No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 39 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1986

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of James P. Howaniec

Lewiston, ME, 04243-0655

Howaniec Law Offices

Po Box 655, Lewiston, ME, 04243-0655

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James P. Howaniec's Reviews

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1.8 /5.0

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by anonymous | April 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Lawyer Around

When no one else would take my cases, Jim stepped up and recused me and provided great representation for a ridiculously fair price because I was out of work. He cares about his clients and justice. A true professional. Currently has more criminal cases than any other lawyer in Maine.

Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Awful lawyer!

I had this guy as a public defender, he wanted me to take the plea, after I refused several offers, he comes back to tell me the state has no physical witness!!

Posted by George | June 25, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Incompetent attorney

Lousy representation and did NOT follow through with what he told me nor helped me in any way. Also could not explain anything about charges against me. I had never been arrested or in jail before. I am 67 years of age.

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Donald Hornblower

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Jim Howaniec for 25 years, and I have cases with and against him. He is highly skilled and intelligent, and is an excellent negotiator and trial lawyer for his clients. I do not know any one more dedicated to his clients and community, and I highly recommend Jim."

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Nicholas Worden

General practice lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Jim Howaniec for nearly twenty years. Jim's reputation as a passionate defender of those in need of legal help is known by all lawyers who practice in Maine. His efforts have have achieved amazing results for his clients."

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Education

1985

Suffolk University Law School

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