SERVICES

Estate Planning and Probate

No matter how simple or diverse your estate may be, estate planning is crucial for protecting your belongings and your family's future. You need an experienced, caring professional to help you develop a plan that meets your specific needs. From tax issues to property distribution, we excel in the area of estate planning. We will help you to create estate plans to benefit your spouse, family or family charity, and avoid the unnecessary cost and strains of unplanned property distribution at death. We do more than establish a plan; we help you understand your estate planning options and establish peace of mind.

Wills and Trusts
Powers of Attorney & Healthcare Directives
Estate Tax Planning
Estate and Trust Administration
Long-Term Care Management
Medicaid Planning

Business Planning

    Whether you are buying, starting, or selling a business, it can easily become overwhelming. You are faced with endless choices and decisions. We can simplify the burden and help you to meet your business goals. An extensive base of business clients throughout Maine attests to our expertise in this area.

Business Entity Selection
Partnerships & Corporations
Limited Liability Companies
Purchase or Sale of a Business
Nonprofit Corporations

Elder Law

Family Matters

    We recognize that the issues of family law are extremely delicate and personal. With great care and understanding, we will help you choose the right path toward a lasting solution. Domestic matters can be frightening and traumatic, but you do not have to go through it alone. Our expertise and personal attention will help to quicken and simplify this difficult time.

Marital Property Agreements
Divorce, Child Custody, Parental Rights and Responsibilities
Adoptions
Guardianships & Conservatorships

Litigation Services & Insurance Defense

    We understand the gravity of being involved in any litigious situation. Whether the crisis is the result of an injury or a dispute, you need prompt, polished, legal representation. We represent numerous national and local insurance carriers in all aspects of coverage and litigation matters. We have a proven track record of success in the courtroom and have achieved one of the highest win/loss ratios in the state.

Personal Injury Representation

Bodily Injury Defense

Coverage Disputes

Subrogation Claims

Property Damage/Loss of use Claims

Construction Cases

Real Estate Disputes

Employment and Discrimination Issues

Social Security and Workers' Compensation

Mediation and Arbitration Options

Case Evaluations

Criminal Defense

Real Estate

    The purchase or sale of your property is one of the most significant financial exchanges of a lifetime. Experienced partners in our real estate division make this process easier, with sound legal advice and accurate preparation of the necessary documents. Although real estate transactions are subject to changing laws and conditions, you can better protect your assets - and anxiety level - with the backing of our friendly and efficient attorneys.

Document Preparation
Title Searches
Residential Closings
Commercial Loan Closings
Post-Sale Servicing
Foreclosures
Quiet Title Actions
Landlord & Tenant Matters
Purchase & Sale Agreements
Tax Deferred Exchanges

Municipal Law & Governmental Affairs

    Cities, towns, schools, and local governmental agencies have special legal requirements. This intricate branch of law demands thorough, competent representation. With a solid background in municipal law, we are equipped to manage the diverse challenges this field presents.

Individuals or Towns

Contract Negotiations

Land Use and Tax Issues

Administrative Hearings

Lobbying

Election Law

Social Security Disability

Taxation

    Issues involving state & federal taxation can be extremely stressful, and the details overwhelming. It is easy to become lost in a sea of numbers and regulations. With experienced tax counsel available, we can identify and address important tax issues in a timely manner - today and tomorrow - so you can concentrate on enjoying life.

Tax Planning
Individual Returns
Estate and Trust Fiduciary
Representation Before IRS
Tax Exempt Applications

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