Criminal lawyers within 20 miles of Portland Maine

LICENSED TO PRACTICE IN ALL STATE AND FEDERAL COURTS IN MAINE, NEW HAMPSHIRE, AND MASSACHUSETTS, THE FIRST CIRCUIT COURT OF APPEALS, AND THE UNITED STATES SUPREME COURT. David J. Bobrow is more than just a criminal defense attorney; he is a fierce advocate for justice with over 20 years of trial-tested experience. Serving clients across Massachusetts, Maine, and New Hampshire, David has built a reputation for providing strategic, high-stakes defense for complex criminal and federal cases. David’s philosophy is simple: every client deserves respect, attention, and a personalized defense strategy. Whether you are facing a life-altering federal indictment or a difficult criminal accusation, he is there 24/7 to protect your rights and fight for the best possible outcome. When you choose David, you’re not just getting a lawyer—you’re gaining a partner who is as invested in your future as you are. Mr. Bobrow's academic adventure began with a bachelor's degree in public relations/image management from Loyola University in New Orleans in 1995. He then set his sights on a legal career, achieving his Juris Doctor from The George Washington University Law School in 2001. In the same year, he gained the license to practice law in Maine, expanding his reach to Massachusetts in 2002 and New Hampshire in 2007. Furthermore, he is authorized to present cases before the U.S. Supreme Court. Within his professional circle, Mr. Bobrow is highly engaged and maintains robust connections with various legal organizations, tirelessly striving to enhance the quality of client service in the legal realm. His active involvement spans numerous associations, including the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (where he was a previous board member), the American Bar Association and the Maine Trial Lawyers Association. Mr. Bobrow's achievements in his domain have not gone unnoticed. He has earned a "Superb" rating on Avvo and is recognized among the 10 Best in Maine by the National Trial Lawyers. Additionally, he has been acknowledged among the Top 10 in client satisfaction by the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys. He is also featured in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America, underscoring his commitment and skill in his legal endeavors.

At Jackson & MacNichol, client service comes first. Founding partner Francis M. “Jack” Jackson wouldn’t have it any other way. “What distinguishes us more than anything else, I believe, is that we really do care about our clients, and we’ll go the extra mile for them,” Jack says. “I have a wonderful staff, and I’ve received numerous compliments on how attentive and caring they are. When you couple that with our expertise, it makes me very proud.” Jack has practiced law for more than 30 years, with a focus in the disability area. He likes that his practice allows him to make a significant difference in the lives of people facing difficulties. “Most of our clients come to us feeling very overwhelmed. They’re having physical and emotional problems – often both – and they’re just under a lot of pressure,” he says. “We try to make a connection with the client and let them know we’re in their corner. We’ll do everything we can to push their claim forward and try to take some of the weight off their shoulders.” Before launching Jackson & MacNichol, Jack practiced general civil and criminal litigation, including employee benefits and personal injury cases. “We narrowed it down to doing Social Security disability cases,” Jack says. “I decided it was something I enjoyed, and I was good at it.” After he had established his Social Security disability practice, a change in federal legislation allowed Jack to expand the firm’s practice areas to include the representation of veterans seeking disability benefits. “It’s nice to give back to people who served our country, and it’s an area where people need enormous help and support,” he says. In addition to representing clients before the Veterans’ Administration, Jack has pursued claims before the Court of Appeals for Veterans’ Claims and the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. “In both Social Security and veterans’ claims, we pursue cases on appeal, which is not something that a lot of other firms will do,” he says. “Nobody wins all of their cases, and that includes us. But I think if you asked any judge or client, they would say that we work hard and do our best to make every case a winning case.” Jack graduated summa cum laude from Bowdoin College in 1974. He went on to earn his law degree from the University of Maine School of Law in 1977, where he was on the law review staff and a member of the national moot court competition team. While in law school, he was selected to participate in the Mental Health Law Project in Washington, D.C. He also has been honored by awards from the Maine Bar Foundation for his pro bono work with the Volunteer Lawyers Project. In his spare time, Jack enjoys reading and traveling with his family.