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Chat withState: Maine
Acquired: 2003
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State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2000
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110 Portland Street, Fryeburg, ME, 04037
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Posted by Kimberly | December 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I utilized the Law office of Shelley Carter for a divorce. Shelley is honest, intelligent, and does her homework providing me with a fierce advocate. She was my backbone when I felt overwhelmed and tired. She gave sound legal advice and protection. I strongly recommend Shelley (and sweet Maggie).
Posted by Michael | September 7, 2025 | Hired Attorney
She is very professional, explains everything, doesn't miss a thing.She makes sure everything is done correctly the first time so you don't have to redo it
Posted by anonymous | September 6, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Divorce is no fun. It's stressy bullsh*t stacked on top of other bullsh*t that completely tosses a monkey wrench into your entire existence. Shelley is a very no-bullsh*t, results oriented champion of what YOU want... not what anyone else wants. She's in YOUR corner, and that's huge. While I hope I ...
Posted by anonymous | July 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I can’t say enough good things about my experience working with Shelly. Our situation held a lot of emotion and Shelly guided me through every step with professionalism, compassion, and unwavering dedication. From the beginning, Shelly listened attentively to my concerns and made sure I always fel...
Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Shelley Carter represented me during a very difficult time recently. I went through a divorce and her knowledge of the law along with her compassion made the process much easier. She was patient in explaining the procedures to me and always seemed to know when I needed emotional support in addition...
"I have known of Attorney Carter for a few years, but did not have a case with her until last year. She certainly was a good advocate for her client and worked hard for his benefit. She was on top things and I would highly recommend her in any family/divorce related matter."
"I endorse this lawyer. Shelley Carter is top-notch. She has an unwavering commitment to the well-being of her clients. She is talented in the courtroom, and approaches her cases with a combination of creativity and passion."
"I endorse this lawyer. Shelley is a hard working advocate for her clients. I have worked with her on a few occasions and have found that while we may disagree on things, she is not disagreeable. Shelley looks for solutions to problems, rather than creating them! Good lawyering includes the ability to resolve cases. Shelley knows how this is done, in the best interests of her clients."
"I have worked on several cases in which Ms. Carter was the opposing counsel. I have always found her to be a very staunch and dedicated advocate for her client. She is always prepared and organized, with a good grasp of the law. She also is very sensitive to her clients' personal situations and their needs during the up and down course of a litigation. While Ms. Carter is very capable in a court room, she is also able to mediate a just and fair solution to an individual case. This is extremely important in domestic relations cases, especially where children are involved. I have also seen Ms. Carter's work in criminal matters. She is very adept in these matters as well. She knows the law, knows the District attorneys, and knows the best way to achieve the best result for her clients. In the past, my family has sought Ms. Carter's advice in certain sensitive matters. We have found her counsel to be sound and practical."
"I endorse this lawyer. Shelley is a competent, attentive attorney who has well served the Western Maine community for over a decade. I highly recommend her in all my referrals to her law firm."
"I endorse Attorney Carter. Shelly is diligent, knowledgeable and thoroughly experienced in all aspects of criminal defense, which enables her to achieve great results for her clients."
2019
Katahdin Counsel, Maine Supreme Judicial Court's Katahdin Counsel Recognition Program
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Katahdin Counsel, Maine Supreme Judicial Court's Katahdin Counsel Recognition Program
2017
Katahdin Counsel, Maine Supreme Judicial Court's Katahdin Counsel Recognition Program
2016
Katahdin Counsel, Maine Supreme Judicial Court's Katahdin Counsel Recognition Program
2015
Katahdin Counsel, Maine Supreme Judicial Court's Katahdin Counsel Recognition Program
2014
Katahdin Counsel, Maine Supreme Judicial Court's Katahdin Counsel Recognition Program
2013
Katahdin Counsel, Maine Supreme Judicial Court's Katahdin Counsel Recognition Program
2012
Katahdin Counsel, Maine Supreme Judicial Court's Katahdin Counsel Recognition Program
2009 - Present
President/Attorney, Law Office of Shelley P. Carter, PA
2004 - 2008
President, Friedman & Carter, P.A.
2003 - 2004
Associate, Hastings Law Office, P.A.
2003 - 2004
Staff Attorney, Battered Women's Project
2000 - 2003
Associate, Dorsey & Whitney, LLP
2013 - Present
Oxford County Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Oxford County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - 2015
Maine State Bar Association, Board of Governors CommitteeDistrict Governor
2000
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
BS - Bachelor of Science
English
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