Amber L. Tucker

Amber L. Tucker is a criminal defense attorney in Portland, Maine whose practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, and selected personal injury matters. She represents individuals facing criminal charges and also handles divorce, child custody, and related family disputes. Her criminal practice draws on experience on both sides of the courtroom, including misdemeanor and felony cases and matters involving serious criminal allegations.

Tucker earned a J.D. from Florida State University College of Law in 2005 and a B.S. in Criminology from the University of Tampa in 2002. Her academic training in criminology and law preceded work in prosecution and criminal defense. This background supports Tucker’s legal analysis and problem solving in criminal defense and family law, including work that requires close attention to detailed facts, governing rules, and practical consequences.

Tucker’s experience includes thousands of criminal matters as a public defender in Hillsborough County, followed by service with the Maine Attorney General’s Drug Task Force where she prosecuted hundreds of cases. Tucker later entered private practice, where her work has included criminal defense together with divorce, child custody, and personal injury matters. Through these matters, Tucker helps clients assess legal options, manage risk, and move through transactions, disputes, administrative processes, or litigation as the situation requires.

Amber L. Tucker served as president of the Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers from 2021 through 2023. Her background as both a public defender and prosecutor provides practical familiarity with charging decisions, evidence, courtroom procedure, and trial strategy. Tucker applies that experience when representing individuals in criminal and family law matters, helping clients understand the legal issues, protect their rights, and make informed decisions based on the facts and procedural posture of each case.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, The Law Office of Amber L. Tucker, LLC
• Member, Maine State Bar Association
• Member, The Florida Bar
• President, Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (2021-2023)

Licensed State

• Maine
• Florida

Education

• Florida State University College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• The University of Tampa
  Bachelor of Science (BS) in Criminology

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