About the Firm
Since 1993, Smith Law, P.A. has partnered with local Brunswick and greater Portland, Maine clients to achieve successful, goal-oriented legal outcomes. Our brand of small-town law seeks to address each client’s particular needs with thoughtful and clear solutions. We specialize in estate planning, estate and trust administration, elder law, real estate and business matters. We invite you to learn more about the attorneys, read our news section/blog, browse our free resources, sign up for a free seminar, or contact us for a consultation.
Our Practice Areas
Maine is the oldest state in the country and much of its elderly population is based in the southern and Midcoast regions in Brunswick and the greater Portland area. Regardless of your age or how much money you have, you can benefit from having a proper estate plan in place. Effective estate planning requires a comprehensive understanding of current legal, tax and political developments as well as experience dealing with the many concerns – both financial and practical – that confront individuals as they plan for retirement and the potential for disability/capacity, and ultimately the disposition of their estate upon death . At Smith Law, P.A., we work closely with our clients and their families to eliminate uncertainties and achieve positive outcomes. We provide estate planning services for clients at every stage of life. Our mantra is KIS, "keep it simple" (we kept off the last "S"). We believe clients should understand their estate plans, and client education is a necessary precursor to that objective. Smith Law, P.A. employs many tools for educating clients, including the materials on this website, legal memoranda and visuals and schematics. We make sure to listen carefully to our clients. We believe this is crucial in assuring our clients' objectives are understood and achieved to the best of our ability.
Smith Law, P.A. offers comprehensive will and trust administrative services. The firm’s staff and attorneys work together with the client to develop a plan for administration of estate matters from start to finish. Depending on the circumstances and complexity of the estate, this may mean relatively limited involvement by the firm, periodic "check-ins" with the client, or in more complicated estates full support and administrative services performed by firm staff at the direction of the personal representative client. We strive to ensure our clients have a clear understanding of the process, their duties, and the outcomes. We consistently work with accountants and other tax professionals to address the myriad of tax concerns affecting our clients.
There are many potential benefits to addressing elder care issues before crisis hits. Smith Law, P.A. focuses on preventative strategies and advice for aging clients and their families. The soaring costs of long term care and the complex set of MaineCare rules and regulations have left many elderly individuals confused and unable to fully enjoy the transition into their “golden years”. We help Maine’s aging population and their families navigate this difficult process with clear, goal-oriented solutions. Plans are often as simple as implementing a comprehensive durable financial power of attorney. Our KIS ("keep it simple") mantra notwithstanding, some planning can be more complex such as trust planning in this area of the law.
Whether you’re looking to buy a home in Brunswick or the greater Portland, Maine area, or you’re in love with Casco Bay and looking for a family cottage or dream home, Smith Law, P.A. can provide you with comprehensive legal services through each phase of your real estate transaction. We represent buyers and sellers in their residential and commercial needs. We have in-depth experience with sales and leases, residential and commercial developments, title and boundary disputes, landlord-tenant issues, and drafting transactional real estate documents. Our real estate representation ranges from standard agreements and closings to complex, multi-party deals. We are available to host closings and provide full service title, settlement, and escrow services. We provide experienced and thorough representation to safeguard your investments and help you achieve your goals.
Brunswick, Maine businesses trust Smith Law, P.A. for a range of legal services. From the initial business setup (including the formation of corporations, LLCs, partnerships and other entities) and ongoing business tax advice, to the implementation of succession plans, our team will provide you with honest, practical advice to address your needs. Smith Law, P.A. assists with various business transactional matters. We represent many nonprofit entities and assist with all of their startup and operational needs. We work with principals to implement plans for disability, death and succession through shareholder agreements, buyouts and various business planning techniques. Our attorneys work closely with accountants and tax professionals to provide a focused and informed representation on business planning matters. By making practical business considerations a top priority, we ensure that our business clients see short and long term benefits.
Smith Law, P.A. represents and advises Brunswick, ME and greater Portland area landowners on conservation easements, charitable donations of land, and related tax and real estate matters. We provide guidance in navigating the complex issues that impact conservation efforts and work with clients who wish to combine their conservation goals with family succession planning.