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About Shelley
Biography
I am a lawyer, not a baker, so sugar coating is not a service I offer. My practice is client oriented, providing compassionate and dependable direction you can rely on with honest advice and tenacious representation.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
40%
26 years
Criminal Defense
20%
26 years
Domestic Violence
20%
26 years
Family
20%
26 years
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Licensed in Maine for 22 years
State: Maine
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Licensed in Minnesota for 25 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Shelley P. Carter, PA
6 Willow Lane, Fryeburg, ME, 04037
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Posted by Diane | January 31, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Thankful for Shelley
Shelley helped me navigate through a very difficult divorce. Without her help and expertise my situation would have cost me much more time and money.
Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Highly Recommend
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...
Posted by Geoff | March 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce settlement
I had the privilege of working with Shelly Carter during one of the most challenging times in my life—my divorce after 28 years of marriage. From the very first consultation, I felt heard, supported, and truly cared for. Shelly demonstrated an incredible level of professionalism, knowledge, and compa...
Posted by Benjamin | July 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Helped with divorce.
Shelley was patient and helped me with a difficult divorce. Shelley worked hard to help me prepare and let me know what to expect from the process. Shelley truly cares and is a fighter. I am so grateful to have had her in my corner.
Posted by Katelyn | August 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Highly recommended
The first time I went to meet with Shelley I was terrified but from the moment I walked through her door she made me feel comfortable and welcomed. Shelley represented me through a high conflict divorce. Shelley is extremely professional, knowledgeable, dependable, and compassionate. She always res...
Shelley P Carter's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
Experience
Honors
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
Work Experience
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
Associations
2013 - Present
Oxford County Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Oxford County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - 2015
Maine State Bar Association, Board of Governors CommitteeDistrict Governor
Education
2000
Hamline University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
Virginia Commonwealth University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers