How Do I Find a Probate Attorney in Washington County, Maine?
When to consider hiring help, what to look for in a probate attorney, and firms serving Washington County.
We found 13 estate law firms serving Washington County. Washington County is part of the Downeast Maine region.
These firms handle estate administration, will contests, trust litigation, and other probate matters in Washington County Probate Court.
Downeast Maine Firms
Davidson Law Office, LLC
Solo
86 Court Street
Machias, ME 04654
Phone:
(207) 259-3411Probate AdministrationEstate PlanningGeneral Practice
Fletcher & Mahar, P.A.
FirmEst. 1986
110 North Street
Calais, ME 04619
Phone:
(207) 454-7641Estate PlanningProbate AdministrationGeneral Practice
Firms from Neighboring Regions
These firms are based in other regions but serve Washington County.
David J. Edgar, Attorney at Law
SoloEst. 1976
P.O. Box 692
Houlton, ME 04730
Phone:
(207) 532-2255davidjedgarlaw.com →
Estate PlanningProbate AdministrationWills TrustsGuardianships ConservatorshipsPowers Of AttorneyTax Planning
Hale & Hamlin, LLC
FirmEst. 1883
66 Main Street, Suite 302
Ellsworth, ME 04605
Phone:
(207) 667-2561halehamlin.com →
Estate PlanningProbate AdministrationProbate LitigationWills TrustsGuardianships ConservatorshipsPowers Of Attorney
Statewide Practices
These firms serve clients throughout Maine.
Bernstein Shur
FirmEst. 1915
100 Middle Street, West Tower
Portland, ME 04101
Phone:
(207) 774-1200bernsteinshur.com →
Estate PlanningTrusts EstatesTrust AdministrationProbate AdministrationTax PlanningBusiness Succession
Drummond & Drummond, LLP
FirmEst. 1881
One Monument Way
Portland, ME 04101
Phone:
(207) 774-0317ddlaw.com →
Estate PlanningElder LawProbate AdministrationTrust AdministrationSpecial Needs PlanningBusiness Succession
Drummond Woodsum
FirmEst. 1965
84 Marginal Way, Suite 600
Portland, ME 04101
Phone:
(207) 772-1941dwmlaw.com →
Estate PlanningProbate AdministrationProbate LitigationTrust AdministrationWills TrustsTax PlanningBusiness SuccessionGuardianships Conservatorships
Epstein & O'Donovan, LLP
FirmEst. 1992
2 Monument Square
Portland, ME 04101
Phone:
(207) 772-4100willsandtrusts.com →
Estate PlanningWills TrustsProbate AdministrationTrust AdministrationProbate LitigationGuardianships ConservatorshipsTax Planning
Farris, Foley & Dick, P.A.
Firm
88 Winthrop Street
Augusta, ME 04330
Phone:
(207) 622-5872farrisfoleyanddick.com →
Probate AdministrationEstate PlanningWills Trusts
Pierce Atwood LLP
Firm
254 Commercial Street
Portland, ME 04101
Phone:
(207) 791-1100pierceatwood.com →
Estate PlanningTrusts EstatesTrust AdministrationProbate AdministrationProbate LitigationTax PlanningBusiness SuccessionGuardianships Conservatorships
Rudman Winchell
FirmEst. 1917
84 Harlow Street
Bangor, ME 04401
Phone:
(207) 947-4501rudmanwinchell.com →
Estate PlanningElder LawProbate AdministrationTrust AdministrationWills Trusts
Verrill
FirmEst. 1862
One Portland Square
Portland, ME 04101
Phone:
(207) 774-4000verrill-law.com →
Estate PlanningTrusts EstatesTrust AdministrationProbate AdministrationProbate LitigationGuardianships ConservatorshipsTax Planning
Vafiades, Brountas & Kominsky, LLP
FirmEst. 1957
23 Water Street, Suite 300
Bangor, ME 04401
Phone:
(207) 947-6915vbk.com →
Probate AdministrationEstate PlanningWills Trusts
Frequently Asked Questions
Not every estate needs one. Simple estates, small estates under the affidavit threshold, and states with informal probate can often be handled without counsel. Contested wills, out-of-state property, and business interests usually need an attorney. The Maine self-filing assessment scores whether this estate can be handled without one.
Maine uses reasonable fees for probate. Typical Washington County rates run $200–$500/hour, with simple estates taking 20–40 hours. Flat-fee arrangements are available from some firms.
Files the petition, publishes required notices, helps with the inventory and accounting, handles creditor claims and tax filings, and guides the final distribution. The attorney represents the personal representative, not the beneficiaries — a distinction that matters if disputes arise.
Referrals from an estate planning attorney you already work with are the best source. Bar association directories are second. Avoid attorneys who won't quote a fee structure up front or who won't explain whether your estate qualifies for simplified procedures.
Yes — by avoiding probate altogether. A revocable living trust removes the estate from court jurisdiction, which removes the need for a probate attorney at settlement time. Create a revocable trust online for about what one hour of probate-attorney time costs.
Firm listings are for informational purposes only. SimplyTrust does not endorse or recommend any specific firm or attorney. Contact firms directly to discuss your situation and verify their current practice areas and availability. Information last verified: May 2026.
Probate Court
Washington County
85 Court Street
Machias, ME 04654
Phone:
207-255-6591Fax:
207-255-3999
Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Paper Filing Available
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