John Z. Steed

John Z. Steed

4.6
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 13 years

Foreclosure Lawyer at Blue Hill, ME
Practice Areas: Foreclosure, Consumer Protection, Bankruptcy & Debt

Po Box 386, Blue Hill, ME

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Foreclosure 34%

I have saved numerous homes from foreclosure, either by proving that the bank trying to bring the foreclose didn't handle the case properly, leading to dismissal, or by negotiating new terms clients could make work.

12 years | 30 cases

34%
Bankruptcy and Debt 33%

We help clients facing cripling debt get back on their feet through debt relief with bankruptcy and stategic defaults and aggressive attacks on debt collectors.

33%
Consumer Protection 33%

Maine has good laws to protect consumers from unfair trade practices. Basically, if you think you're being treated unfairly by a company, there's a decent chance you have a case, that can award damages and legal fees.

7 years | 15 cases

33%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 200-350 per hour

Contingency

25%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Maine for 11 years

State: Maine

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 13 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2012

Not authorized to practice

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of John Z. Steed

Po Box 386, Blue Hill, ME, 04614-0386

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John Z. Steed's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

5 star (9)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by Todd | January 31, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

VS Wells Fargo and SPS

We are currently in a very complicated 20-year-old case. Mr. Steed has used his unique talents to navigate the complex waters of our case. We are very pleased.

Posted by anonymous | August 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Don’t even bother

What a joke of a lawyer… took our case and then gave it up maybe 3 weeks later after hardly any work done. Very unprofessional. If you want a lawyer to give up on you, hire John. If you want a lawyer with empty promises who says they understand your case but then represents you incorrectly from how y...ou previously discussed, hire John. Long story short, go elsewhere. Dont give this man a penny.

Posted by John | July 3, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The best in Maine

He is great lawyer and a better person he really cares about his clients goes above and beyond if you need a lawyer you have found the best

Posted by John Robert | February 13, 2023 | Consulted Attorney

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

BEST STEP TO TAKE

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Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2022 | Consulted Attorney

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

Great Attorney

Ive known attorney Steed for years he always has his clients interest at heart i would hire him if neededive seen him actoin in court hes on top of his game you will not be let down if you go with attorney John Z Steed you will not be let down

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John Z. Steed's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ryan Babcock

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with John over the last couple of years. He is an imaginative, effective advocate, who understands and cares about real people. He is committed to improving his craft as well. John has a personality and life history that helps him connect with jurors and regular people in the community. I would not hesitate to work with him on a case."

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Eric Columber

Litigation lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"John is personable, skilled, and provides great representation. He has my endorsement."

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Ellen Best

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. John is a smart, hard working and thoughtful lawyer. He works extraordinarily hard for his clients and has great outcomes."

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Maxwell Coolidge

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known John for many years and had the opportunity to work with him on several matters. He is thoughtful, thorough, and knowledgeable. I would recommend him to anyone who needs help with a criminal or civil case."

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Criminal defense lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Honors

2011

Oxholm Fellowship, Drexel University

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Of Counsel, Ellen S. Best Attorney at Law

2013 - 2014

Assistant Defender, Defender Association Of Philadelphia

2012 - 2014

Assistant City Solicitor, City Of Philadelphia Law Department

Associations

2018 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2017 - Present

Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2016 - Present

Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. JE

Not Guitly

State v. LH

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State v. TK

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State v. BW

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Education

2012

Drexel University Emsol

Speaking Engagements

2017

A Doctor and a Lawyer Walk into a Church

Estate Planning

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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