Buxton Lawyers

PORTLAND MAINE CRIMINAL LAWYER & ATTORNEY

Mr. Berne has been practicing criminal law for over forty-two years. He received a B.S. degree from Harvard College, cum laude, in 1970 and his law degree from Boston University School of Law in 1974.

Prior to establishing his office in Portland, Maine, Mr. Berne served as an Assistant United States Attorney in the Eastern District of New York and the Northern District of California, where he prosecuted cases involving narcotics, bank fraud, and various white collar crimes. Upon leaving the Government in 1981, he entered private practice with a nationally prominent white collar defense firm...

Sidney St. F. ("Pete") Thaxter is the chair of the firm's Litigation and Administrative Law and Estate Planning and Probate Practice Areas. For over 30 years, he has led the firm's litigation practice, which has focused on business disputes and property rights. Pete also works with multiple generations of the firm's clients and their families to help them through their estate tax and business succession planning.

Pete has achieved Martindale Hubbell's highest independent Peer Review Rating, "AV- Preeminent," for both legal ability and ethical standards. He has been selected by his peers to inclusion in the publication "New England Super Lawyers," as one of the top 5% of attorneys in Maine. He has also been selected by his peers for inclusion in "Best Lawyers in America." Pete has managed a statewide personal injury practice since 1991. In March, 2011, he completed his term as President of the Maine Trial Lawyers Association, which has more than 600 trial attorney members statewide. Pete handles wrongful death cases, personal injury...

Ben grew up in Portland, Maine, attended public schools and graduated from Deering High School in 1989. Ben attended Cornell University in Ithaca, NY and earned his law degree from the Yale Law School. Ben began his career in private practice at a large, multi-national law firm, Latham & Watkins, in New York City. He practiced there for several years before deciding to return to Maine to join Maine’s largest plaintiff’s law firm. In 2021, Ben left that firm and formed Gideon Asen LLC. Over the past decade, no other plaintiff’s lawyer in Maine can match Ben’s level of success...

With 20 years experience, Michelle L. DelMar, Esq. provides business, trademark, contract and corporation advice and representation. Michelle helps start new businesses, existing Businesses grow and executives achieve their goals.

As an estate, probate, and business attorney in Portland, Maine, I am proud to work with individuals, families, and business owners here in Portland, and across the state.

From drafting simple wills and trusts, to helping favorably resolve probate disputes, to business formations and contract negotiations, I strive to treat every client relationship as a partnership. My goal is to maintain a law practice that is easily approachable, immpeccably responsive, friendly, cost-conscious, and effective at helping clients reach their goals.

I earned my J.D., magna cum laude, from the University of Maine School of Law in 2010, and my B.A....

Elizabeth Kayatta is an impassioned advocate for her clients with a track record of success in the courtroom. As a trial attorney at Berman & Simmons, she helps deliver justice for people who have suffered catastrophic and life-altering injuries. Her practice includes personal injury lawsuits arising out of medical errors, child sexual abuse, reckless driving, and dangerous premises. Elizabeth has a reputation as a strategic and fearless advocate for her clients in medical malpractice cases. She takes on claims against medical providers and hospitals across Maine and Massachusetts. Her experience with handling complex healthcare negligence includes cases...

Elizabeth (Liz) Stout is the Executive Director, a mentor attorney, and a practicing attorney at the Maine Community Law Center, a non-profit law firm dedicated to increasing access to justice by providing low cost legal services to Mainers of modest means.

Liz received her law degree from the University of Maine School of Law and passed the Maine Bar in 1990. Since then, she has worked as an Assistant District Attorney, a business litigator, an Assistant Attorney General, and since 2002, as a family law attorney, guardian ad litem (GAL) and mediator.

Over the years, Liz has seen many families struggle...

A former Coast Guard Officer, commercial fisherman and merchant mariner, since 1988 Nicholas H. Walsh has used his practical knowledge to assist hundreds of New Englanders. The firm has two areas of emphasis: Jones Act work for injured sailors, and injuries occurring because of deficient medical or nursing care (medical malpractice). The “Articles” section of the site nicholaswalsh.com contains useful information on these areas of the law. “From Injury to Judgment: Medical Malpractice Law in Maine” and “Where Does it Hurt: A Survey of Seaman’s Personal Injury Remedies” are just two useful articles. We suggest you review that material, and give...

Misha is a passionate advocate for seniors and committed to providing excellent guidance and education for his clients and potential clients. To that end, Misha is available for house calls and often meets with clients in their homes. He has started his own networking group called the Maine Senior Education Collective, selecting the membership from other entrepreneurs who share his passion for helping seniors stay safe in their homes, or aiding them in the next transition in their lives. Misha went into the private practice of law in February of 2013 and spent his first two years establishing...

Attorney Peter J. Cyr graduated from Piscataquis Community High School in 1989. Following High School, he attended Providence College where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with a degree in Social Science in 1993. In 1994, attorney Cyr spent a year in Austin Texas as a VISTA Volunteer (Volunteers in Service to America)working with kids to help them stay in school. Attorney Cyr stayed in Texas and worked as a carpenter building houses West of Austin. In 1997, Peter commenced his first year at the University of Maine School of Law. He graduated Cum Laude and received the alumni...

I am an attorney with more than 38 years of experience in the legal field. My practice primarily focuses on defending individuals charged with criminal offenses, representing clients injured in auto, truck, and motorcycle accidents, and providing legal services to small businesses, along with other general practice areas. My legal career began as an intern at the Middlesex County District Attorney's Office in Cambridge, Massachusetts, within the Appellate Division. During this time, I argued serious felony criminal cases before the Massachusetts Supreme Court and Massachusetts Appellate Court. After being admitted to the Maine Bar, I served as an intern at the...

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 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...

I have spent my entire life in Maine, originally from the quaint town of Parkman. I pursued my higher education at Husson University, where I earned my Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies with a Pre-Law Concentration, graduating summa cum laude in 2021. Following my undergraduate studies, I immediately enrolled in the University of Maine School of Law, where I was awarded my Juris Doctor in 2024. During my time in law school, I developed a profound appreciation for oral advocacy, a passion ignited by my participation on the Moot Court Team and further nurtured during a year-long internship at...

Highly experienced and highly rated trial attorney. Many jury trials and hearings under his belt. Practice areas include: personal injury, medical malpractice, products liability, criminal defense, family law and litigation.

Attorney Foster has won jury trials in courtrooms from Kittery to Caribou Maine over the past 23 years. He has represented thousands of injured Mainers and is one of the few trial lawyers who has obtained settlements in excess of 8 figures and multiple jury verdicts in the 7 figure range. Foster Law is committed to spending time with their clients to learn their truth and passionately and unrelentingly advocate for justice to the bitter end.

Dirigo Law LLC, a small Maine firm specializing in Estate Planning, Business and Real Estate transactions. Remote services available to serve Mainers everywhere.

Jason Rice has been practicing law for over 13 years. He currently practices in Maine and New Hampshire. He graduated from the University of South Florida in Tampa and earned his law degree from Stetson College of Law in Gulfport, Florida. Jason began worked as a Staff Attorney for the 13th Judicial Circuit Court in Tampa. In that role, he assisted judges in a variety of areas, including family law. During that time, he also co-authored, “Relocations: A Judge’s Perspective,” with the Honorable Judge Daniel Sleet. Jason worked as a Career Staff Attorney at the Second District Court of Appeal, which was the...

Ryan’s diverse background provides him with a strong understanding of the day-to-day concerns faced by clients. Before entering the practice of law, Ryan worked as a financial planner, a securities broker and a bank manager helping individuals and businesses to navigate financial concerns. While attending law school, Ryan worked at the Office of the Maine Attorney General, aiding in criminal prosecution, as well as at a prominent civil litigation practice where he worked directly with clients to understand their needs. After graduating from law school, Ryan gained litigation experience practicing employment law throughout New Hampshire and Maine. Ryan lives in Amherst,...

Tori focuses her practice primarily in Family Law, including divorce, parental rights and responsibilities, child custody, child support, spousal support, post-judgment modifications. Tori is admitted to both the Maine State Bar and the United States District Court, District of Maine. Tori is a 2005 cum laude graduate of the University of Maine School of Law. While in law school, she served as a member of the Moot Court Team, and was both a member and co-chair of the Women's Law Association. Additionally, she served as a student attorney for both the Cumberland Legal Aid Clinic and the Cumberland County District Attorney’s...

I provide legal advice and representation for all family matters, including divorce, spousal support, child support, domestic violence, paternity and adoption. I graduated from Middlebury College in 1977 and New York Law School (cum laude) in 1983. Family Law has been my specialty for the last 30 years.

Representing Good People Who Need Legal Help in Maine - Named "Top 100" lawyer in U.S.

Tim Zerillo is a Maine lawyer who handles serious personal injury, state and federal criminal defense and other high stakes litigation matter. He work in both State and Federal Courts. Tim servies on the Board of the "National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers" is a former President of the "Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers." He been recognized by the National Trial Lawyers “Top 100” attorneys. He has been elected to “New England Super Lawyers” every year since 2010.

Tim has represented people...

I provide legal and mediation services across a range of areas including divorce, family law, probate, and estate planning in both Florida and Maine. In addition to traditional attorney representation, I offer flexible assistance options at a flat rate for those that need help by the hour, or by the day, or simply need document drafting services. My goal is to offer a variety of services that cater to the needs of all clients at an affordable rate. The best way to reach the office is via e-mail and request an intake form. Once a completed intake form...

Attorney Pittman concentrates in all areas of family law including divorce, child custody, support issues and parental rights actions. Her practice also includes prosecuting and defending clients in Protection from Abuse and Harassment cases. She also represents parents in Protective Custody cases.

I am a Social Security disability lawyer. I represent clients with Social Security disability and SSI claims in Maine and New Hampshire. I help clients with: *Social Security disability benefits *SSI benefits *Initial Claims *Reconsideration *Hearings *Appeals My practice concentrates on Social Security disability and SSI claims at all administrative levels. I have conducted hundreds of Social Security disability hearings, and I am familiar with the administrative law judges who decide the claims in Maine and New Hampshire.

Stephen Sweatt is an attorney who grew up in Scarborough, Maine, where he attended Scarborough High School. He graduated from the University of Southern Maine in with a degree in Biology, followed by earning his Juris Doctor of Laws at the University of Maine School of Law.

While in law school, Stephen served as a student attorney at the York County District Attorney's Office, negotiating at dispositional conferences, conducting case screenings, and representing the State in suppression hearings and various other criminal proceedings. Additionally, during law school, Stephen was a student attorney at the Cumberland Legal Aid Clinic, where...

Tanya is a partner of Molleur Law Office, practicing in both the Portland and Saco offices. She concentrates her bankruptcy practice on representing consumers and small businesses in ME and MA. Tanya received her B.S. degree in business administration from Babson College and her J.D. degree from Suffolk University Law School. A tireless advocate for her clients, she focuses on creative solutions to reduce the overwhelming stress and anxiety people often experience when faced with financial dilemmas. She concentrates her bankruptcy practice on representing consumers and small businesses in Maine and Massachusetts. Tanya is currently a board member of the York...

Practicing in Cumberland and York Counties since 1994.

Estate planning and taxation

Attorney Cory McKenna practices both Civil and Criminal Law. He has extensive trial experience and practices before both State and Federal Courts in Maine. While trial is sometimes necessary, Attorney McKenna is very successful in reaching agreements without a trial - saving you time, money and stress. Whether you need strong representation in court or prefer to reach an agreement without getting a judge involved, Attorney McKenna can provide you what you need at a reasonable cost.