Estate Planning for Sagadahoc County, Maine Property Owners

For most Sagadahoc County homeowners, the house is what drags an estate into probate. A transfer-on-death deed or a living trust keeps it out—here is how to set up either one and record it locally.

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For a Sagadahoc County property owner, the biggest probate risk is the home itself. Real estate is what forces most families into the Probate Court. The two tools that keep a Sagadahoc County home out of probate are a transfer-on-death deed recorded with the Registry of Deeds, and a revocable living trust that holds title to the property.

Skipping this planning step means the Probate Court decides who receives the property: a simple Maine probate takes 4+ months and opens with $40 in court filing fees.

Record a Transfer-on-Death Deed in Sagadahoc County

A transfer on death deed names a beneficiary who receives Sagadahoc County property automatically at the owner's death, without probate. It is recorded with the Registry of Deeds during the owner's lifetime and can be revoked at any time.

Before recording, a Maine transfer on death deed is signed with notary acknowledgment18-C M.R.S. 6-401 to 6-420Verified Aug 24, 2026View source. The deed takes effect only if it is recorded before the owner's death18-C M.R.S. 6-401 to 6-420Verified Aug 24, 2026View source.

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Where to Record Property Documents

Deeds and other real property documents for Sagadahoc County are recorded with the Registry of Deeds, led by Register of Deeds Lynn C. Moore, at 752 High Street, Bath, ME 04530. Phone: 207-443-8214. Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; recordings stop at 3:30 PM.

The Registry of Deeds charges $40 flat, regardless of page count. A 2-page transfer on death deed costs $40 to record in Sagadahoc County. A transfer on death deed is exempt from transfer tax.

Sagadahoc County accepts electronic recording through Simplifile.

Recording Office Record

Registry of Deeds

Sagadahoc County · Register of Deeds · Lynn C. Moore

Address

752 High StreetBath, ME 04530

Fax

207-443-8216

Hours

Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; recordings stop at 3:30 PM

E-recording

Available via Simplifile
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Recording fees

Flat fee (any length)$40
Transfer tax on a TOD deedExempt

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Estate Planning Attorneys Serving Sagadahoc County

Solo PracticeTopsham, ME

Regan Law LLC

Since 2020 · Serves 3 counties

A Topsham solo practice serving southern and midcoast Maine, including Bath, Brunswick, and Freeport. Attorney Richard Regan handles estate planning, wills, trusts, probate, and guardianships and conservatorships, alongside bankruptcy and personal injury work, with over three decades of experience. Offers a free initial phone consultation across all practice areas.

PracticesEstate PlanningGuardianships ConservatorshipsProbate AdministrationWills Trusts

Office
4 Union Park RoadTopsham, ME 04086
Free consultation

FirmBrunswick, ME

Smith Law, P.A.

Since 1993 · Serves 3 counties

Since 1993, the firm has provided legal services to the greater Portland and Midcoast region in the areas of estate planning, probate and trust administration, elder law, business matters, and real estate.

PracticesEstate PlanningTrust AdministrationElder LawProbate Administration

Office
49 Pleasant StreetBrunswick, ME 04011

FirmLisbon Falls, ME

Clifford & Golden, P.A.

Serves 3 counties

One of central and midcoast Maine's established firms, working from Lisbon Falls. Handles estate planning and probate administration for families in Androscoggin, Sagadahoc, and Cumberland counties, alongside general litigation.

PracticesEstate PlanningGeneral LitigationProbate Administration

Office
5 Maple StreetLisbon Falls, ME 04252

Solo PracticeDamariscotta, ME

Law Office of Deborah Potter

Since 1987 · Serves 6 counties

Operating since 1987, this solo practice serves the midcoast region handling everything from simple wills to complex multi-jurisdictional estate planning. Admitted to practice in Maine and Massachusetts, and before the U.S. Supreme Court. Member of MSBA Elder Law and Estates & Trusts committees.

PracticesEstate PlanningTrust AdministrationElder LawTax Planningand 3 more

Office
P.O. Box 1086Damariscotta, ME 04543

FirmWinthrop, ME

Levey, Wagley, Putman & Eccher, P.A.

Serves 3 counties

Maine attorneys focusing on elder law with over 40 years of experience serving the community. Located in Winthrop with additional appointment availability in Brunswick/Topsham and Waterville areas. Founding partners Levey, Wagley, and Putman have retired; practice continues under remaining attorneys.

PracticesEstate PlanningElder LawHealthcare DirectivesLong Term Care Planningand 3 more

Office
161 Main Street, Suite 1-AWinthrop, ME 04364

FirmPortland, ME

Bernstein Shur

Since 1915 · Serves the whole state

A Portland-founded firm (1915) and one of northern New England's largest, with 100+ attorneys. Its Trusts & Estates group handles estate and trust administration, probate, business succession, charitable planning, and fiduciary representation for Maine families and executors.

PracticesEstate PlanningTrust AdministrationTax PlanningBusiness Successionand 2 more

Office
100 Middle Street, West TowerPortland, ME 04101
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