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also known as Maine Family Law LLC
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State: Maine
Acquired: 2013
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Posted by Chris | March 27, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Literally the best Attorney in Maine
About four years ago I had to go back to court to modify my Court order. I called about 10 different lawyers in Maine. I thought I had made up my mind about who to go with until I received a call back from Jeanette. Midway though our first conversation I realized she was the lawyer I needed , little...
Posted by anonymous | January 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Only lawyer I will ever have
Jeanette has been my lawyer for a lot of years. I first hired her to get custody of my son and I got it. I’ve had to rehire her every time that my sons mother files something else to try to take custody back. Every time we had a trial and every time I kept custody. She helped me every step of the way...
Posted by Erika | July 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
You want Jeanette on your team!
I hired Jeanette Durham for four cases. Two cases in 2016 and two cases in 2018. I'm so grateful for her. One was a very sensitive PFA case. She was extremely professional and made me feel comfortable with her. She was was right by my side at one of the most painful times in my life. I don't know wha...
Posted by anonymous | December 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Five Stars
When I consulted with Jeanette Durham I was completely overwhelmed by the court process. When I hired her I felt a huge sense of relief and confidence in her. She fought for me and my child to ensure our safety through a domestic violence divorce situation. I couldn't have got through it without her....
Posted by Lindsay | July 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family
Jeanette is the best!
I have never needed to use a lawyer before but I'm so glad I choose Jeanette out of the myriad of options. Jeanette made an otherwise difficult and painful process as smooth as possible for me. There were no grand promises only truthful explanations of what to expect. I got the sense from the get-go ...
"I endorse Jeanette because she is not only incredibly knowledgeable in her field, but also incredibly caring and savvy about making sure she has the resources and strategies to navigate her clients through challenging choices. We recently attended a continuing education course together in her area of speciality of family law, and her engagement and obvious passion for excelling in this field was more than apparent. I will refer any inquiries in family law in her part of the state to her without hesitation. I believe that anyone would be in good hands starting the conversation about their family law questions with Jeanette - if she is not the right fit I am confident she would help connect you or your referral to the right resource."
"Jeanette is the resource I turn to whenever I have a question about family law. Although I don't specifically take cases in that area of law, family law issues frequently arise in many different types of case. I have yet to find a question that she hasn't been able to answer quickly and accurately!"
"Attorney Durham calls on her experience and knowledge to come up with creative solutions that work within the confines of the law. Sometimes this may mean the child support order does not look the way you want it to, but if there is a way to minimize your risk you can rest assured she will find it. Giving the court a path to wind up with the result you want is imperative. She knows the system well and uses her tools to her client's benefit."
"Jeanette is unfailingly cheerful and determined. While we have never been opposing counsel (yet) I always enjoy seeing Jeanette and talking with her. She is a compassionate and knowledgeable attorney."
"Jeannette is focused, determined, and dedicated to achieving the best results for her clients. She has an excellent knowledge of the law and the unique challenges involved in divorce and post divorce family matters. When I have had the opportunity to work with her, the timeliness of her responses has been beyond compare. She takes her job and the needs of her clients seriously and has a passion for the profession. I have the utmost respect for her am happy to endorse her."
"I heartily endorse Jeanette Durham. I have worked with her in the past on several matters and she is always prepared and ready to fight for her client. I have met several of her clients in the course of my practice and all of them have been so happy to have her in their corner. I think if you need help with a family matter, you should definitely give Jeanette a call."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Durham was an able opponent in a contested guardianship matter and she is very knowledgeable about family law and child custody matters.."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jeanette puts in her time and comes prepared. She has a wealth of child support knowledge."
"I endorse and highly recommend Attorney Jeanette Durham. Jeanette is an exceptional family law attorney with a superior knowledge of the inner workings of DHHS. I have had the pleasure of knowing Jeanette for the past 5-6 years, beginning in law school and later working together as co-workers in a local firm. I have seen her work diligently on many cases, always putting her client’s needs above her own. Overall, Jeanette is committed to getting results, and helping her clients through what can be the most difficult time in their lives."
"I have known Jeanette Durham for a number of years and I would highly recomend her. When it comes to family law, I definitely recommend her as she is knowledgable, well orginized, highly motivated and extremly personable."
"Jeanette is not only a very knowledgeable attorney, but she is also highly dedicated to providing superior legal services to her clients. She is a tremendous asset to the Maine legal community."
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Client Champion Silver, Martindale-Hubbell®
2022
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2021
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2020
10 Best Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2020
2020 Katahdin Counsel Recognition, Maine Supreme Judicial Court
2019
10 Best - Maine, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2018
2018 Katahdin Counsel Recognition, Maine Supreme Judicial Court
2017
2017 Katahdin Counsel Recognition, Maine Supreme Judicial Court
2016
Katahdin Counsel Recognition, Maine Supreme Judicial Court
2016
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
10 Best Client Satisfaction - Maine, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
Maine Top Ranked (Under 40), National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2015
Top 10 Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2013
Pro Bono Service Award, University of Maine School of Law
2015 - Present
Founding Partner, Maine Family Law LLC
2013 - 2015
Associate Attorney, Fairfield & Assoc.
2011 - 2011
Law Clerk, Maine Judicial Branch
2004 - 2010
Child Support Enforcement Agent, State of Maine Dept. of Health & Human Svcs.
2015 - Present
York Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Maine State Bar AssociationFamily Division Member
2010 - Present
American Bar Association, Family Law SectionCommittee member: Child Support and Child Custody
2017 - 2021
Maine State Bar Association, Family Law SectionSecretary
2002 - 2004
Women's Law AssociationMember
Judgment Affirmed, see MEM-23-29
Judgment Affirmed, see MEM-22-122
Affirmed
2013
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2019
Child Support: Enforcement and Establishment
2006
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