Amy L Fairfield

Amy L Fairfield

also known as Amy Fairfield

2.4
Rating: 6.3

Licensed for 21 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Lyman, ME
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Child Custody ... +2 more

10 Stoney Brook Lane, Lyman, ME

About Amy

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 20%

22 years

20%
Child Custody 10%

22 years

10%
Guardianship 10%

22 years

10%
Juvenile Law 5%

22 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Maine for 21 years

State: Maine

Acquired: 2004

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024

Location

Fairfield & Associates, P.A.

10 Stoney Brook Lane, Lyman, ME, 04002

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Amy L Fairfield's Reviews

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2.4 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Tina | January 11, 2025 | Domestic Violence

Very unprofessional

I seen this attorney in action, when questioning her on a PFA for her client filed with false allegations she just wanted to sweep it under the rug. Try to be intimidating and also swearing with the (f**k) when trying to mediate. This woman was ridiculous! I don't even understand how she has a licen...se to be an attorney so unprofessional. When asking questions that she didn't want to answer she would state that she went to school for it for 9 years. Stated the judge wouldn't group complaints together but then getting in the courtroom that's exactly what the judge did..... she did not do her research as she had no knowledge of other files that the judge brought to the hearing. How does someone advocate for a child and not have any concerns about a PFA with abuse? When not wanting to answer a questions she would get agitated raising her voice and yelling and storm out of the conference room.

Posted by anonymous | June 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Domestic Case

I hired Amy Fairfield with Fairfield and Associates for a very difficult case. She has done what others could not. She is professional, smart and kept me informed on a regular basis. He staff of attorneys and assistants worked as a team and it was clear they were working as a team for my case. No...t all lawyers are equal, and I’ve had a few over the years. Amy will tell you like it is, straight up, and won’t tell you what you want to hear with empty promises. She is strategic and once in court, she is simply the best. You will be glad to have her on your side. She is simply one of Maine’s best attorneys.

Posted by Jason | October 05, 2014 | Family

Family Matter Case

Amy has represented me in approximately the past four years in my family matter case. I have been nothing less than impressed with Amy's diligence, professionalism and knowledge. I have had another attorney in the past, and now know that I would never feel comfortable with anyone else representing me.... Amy has proven to be dedicated and extremely knowledgeable putting forth her absolute best effort in every aspect of my case. Amy's Courtroom presence is impressive & I can attest that you would not be disappointed if you chose Amy to represent you, especially when it matters most.

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Amy L Fairfield's Lawyer Endorsements

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Dylan Boyd

Unknown lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Welch

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with Amy on a difficult criminal case. Amy's experience and dedication helped our client receive a positive result in a very negative situation. She is a savvy defense counsel who truly cares about her clients and their well-being."

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Timothy Zerillo

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amy Fairfield has a unique combination of passion for her client's and tremendous legal skill. Amy uses those skills to advocate creatively and relentlessly for her clients. She is top shelf."

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Zachary Paakkonen

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If you are in Southern Maine and need a lawyer who will go to bat for you, isn't afraid of trial, and won't give up, hire Amy."

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Timothy Zerillo

Criminal defense lawyer

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Whitney Hayre

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  6.3 (Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.

Reprimand/Probation issued in ME, 2024

updated on 09/26/2024

Reprimand/probation means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. The State also monitors the lawyer's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Honors

2018

President's Award, Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2010

Unsung Hero, Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Founder & Managing Attorney, Fairfield & Associates, P.A.

Associations

2015 - Present

York County Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

Justice of the Peace (Complaint Justice)

Appointed

2004 - Present

Maine State Bar Association

Member

2004 - 2021

Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Board Member for Region I

Sample of Legal Cases

State v ZG

NG after about 7 hours of deliberation

State v. WL

Not guilty on both counts

State v AH

NG in 45 minutes

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Education

2003

University of Maine School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

University of Southern Maine

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Annual Ethics CLE

Ethics- Prosecutorial Misconduct

2014

Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Juvenile Defense-motion practice

2014

Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Juvenile Defense

2013

Advanced Juvenile Law

Advanced Juvenile Law- bindover hearings

2011

MCILS minimum standards

Competency and Criminal Responsibility

Languages

English

Activity

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