William T Bly

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William T Bly

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 20 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Kennebunk, ME
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Family, Federal Crime

119 Main Street, Kennebunk, ME

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About William

Biography

We handle all criminal charges at The Maine Criminal Defense Group. If you were charged with a DUI/DWI, Sex Crime, Domestic Violence or any other criminal offenses, call The Maine Criminal Defense Group now.

I've successfully defended thousands of people over the years who've been charged with DUI/DWI/OUI as well as other serious criminal matters in both state and federal court.

My practice is devoted exclusively to criminal defense and I've successfully defended all manner of crimes including manslaughter, child porn cases, federal drug conspiracy cases, sex crimes, crimes of violence and all types of misdemeanors..

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 40%

Highly experienced with a tremendous base of knowledge. Constantly upgrading knowledge base through continuing legal education. SFST student and instructor qualified. Certified Intoxilyzer 5000 technician. Vast experience dealing with breath and blood testing.

22 years

40%
Criminal Defense 35%

I primarily handle serious felonies such as aggravated assaults, domestic violence and drug crimes in both state and federal court.

22 years

35%
Family 20%

I help people navigate their divorce, using a collaborative approach. But when necessary, I bring my considerable trial and litigation skills to bear, ensuring my clients receive the very best possible outcome for themselves and their children.

22 years

20%
Federal Crime 5%

I'm well versed with the federal criminal system and have successfully represented clients on drug trafficking charges, child pornography charges and Lacey Act violations.

22 years

5%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in Maine for 20 years

State: Maine

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 20 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2005

Resigned Without Prejudice

No misconduct found

Location

The Maine Criminal Defense Group

119 Main Street, Kennebunk, ME, 04043

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The Maine Criminal Defense Group

19 Commercial St, 2nd Floor, Portland, ME, 04101

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William T Bly's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

137 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Domestic Violence

Posted by anonymous | March 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Florida case

I came to Maine with my family for a trip from Florida unfortunately I had a serious criminal incident happen I came back with domestic violence and oui and failure to pull over unfortunately 10 days later I got a letter in the mail in Florida the DA had upgraded my charges to six Felonise very seri...ous charges and indicted me for a grand jury very serious my life was turned upside down however I had already hired WTB law for the three misdemeanors after the firm finding out about the six Felonise they still chose to represent me which they did in my opinion to the fullest they gathered an enormous amount of information and evidence and was prepared for trial the staff is very pleasant and informative for the clients about any info needed for my case they ended up getting all the Felonise thrown out and we ended up with two minor misdemeanors the firm also got the oui thrown out which we all know what that can do to anybody’s life there aren’t enough words that I can say about how great I feel about hiring WTBlaw and if I ever had to recommend a law firm in Maine it would definitely be WTB law

Posted by anonymous | January 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Thank you Attorney Bly

I contacted Attorney Bly when my (soon to be ex) husband had me arrested for domestic assault. I had no idea what to expect as I had never found myself in this situation before. The charges were false, there was never any assault and I immediately became scared. I was scared, of going to jail, los...ing my job, my reputation would be ruined. From the very first phone call with Attorney Bly, I knew I had made the right choice. He was understanding and clear in the direction he would take my case. He assured me and encouraged me the entire way. The office kept me well informed at all times and kept me from falling apart some days. It was a very long four months (court delays) until my case was over. In the end Attorney Bly was able to get a dismissal. I am happy to say that I put my entire trust in him and although he never made me any promises on an outcome, he did see me through one of the toughest points in my life, and was able to get me the best possible result. I am happy to recommend him with 100% confidence.

Posted by anonymous | May 07, 2014 | Domestic Violence

I Highly Recommend Attorney William T Bly

I am delighted to write this recommendation for attorney William Bly. Before hiring William Bly to represent me I had worked with another lawyer which resulted in a warrant out for my arrest. Being out of state I had to thoroughly research attorneys online to handle my case, and came across William B...lys great reviews! He not only got the warrant dropped immediately but also was able get the “no contact order” between me and my husband dropped, without me flying to Maine or having to be present which is actually unheard of. I never had to make one appearance in the court thanks to Attorney Bly! Being charged with domestic violence assault could of resulted in 364 days in jail , a fine up to $ 2,000 dollars, 2 year probation, a 12 week batters course, and also not being able to possess a fire arm ! With attorney Blys extensive experience and knowledge of the court and law and also with his sharp intelligence my case resulted in a FULL DISMISSAL!! With no fines, no jail time, no probation, and no 12-week batters coarse! Maine takes domestic violence very seriously, I couldn’t of hoped for a better outcome, thank you William Bly! I couldn’t recommend him anymore! Attorney Bly is not only knowledgeable, straight-forward and professional, but he's also very pleasant to speak with. If you have any questions he will get right back to you and his office staff is very knowledgeable as well and extremely helpful! William Bly tells you exactly how it is and will fight and defend your rights as a citizen ! He would not stop working on my case until it was the best it could be under the circumstances. Bill knows the law! The results I achieved under his guidance speak for themselves.

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William T Bly's Lawyer Endorsements

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William Ashe

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I could not recommend Bill more highly. I practiced law in the same region as Bill for almost a decade and saw firsthand the commitment, professionalism and skill that he demonstrated on behalf of his clients. He's one of the absolute best at what he does, it's that simple."

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Ronald Laba

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. William (Bill) Bly is an exceptionally talented and highly skilled criminal defense attorney. He is a fighter and a fierce court room warrior. Bill fights so hard because he sees the best in people and cares about and values the lives of his clients and their families. Simply put, if you find yourself in a tough spot, you need Bill Bly in your corner."

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Nicholas Gurney

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Other

"Bill is an incredibly talented trial lawyer and advocate for his clients. Tough as nails, Bill also has the compassion and love necessary to win at trial. I endorse Bill without hesitation."

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Matthew Bowe

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Bill for a number of years. He is a great, zealous advocate who cares deeply about his clients' freedom."

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Jessica Demers

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Govan

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Brengle

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Bly is a valued member of the National College of DUI Defense, which is the single most important organization related to DUI defense. He consistently attends the best training available for DUI defense lawyers, and he is responsible for many great outcomes for his clients. Attorney Bly fights for his clients; his work is absolutely first rate, and I would recommend him to my own family."

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Christian Lassen

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent lawyer."

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John Tenn

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Bill Bly is a skilled DWI defense attorney with an exhaustive knowledge of the law and science of DWI. He works tirelessly to find new and creative ways to win his client’s cases. I strongly recommend Bill to anyone in Maine facing a DWI charge."

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Christopher Cessna

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I am very happy to endorse William as a true expert and attorney in DUI defense. Unfortunately, what many people facing a DUI don’t know is that there are literally hundreds of attorneys in any given area who will handle their DUI. However, maybe only a handful of these attorneys truly know how to defend these complex scientific cases. If you submitted to a blood test, breath test or even standardized field sobriety tests, then you need an attorney who has years of formal training and experience defending these complex cases. Hiring anyone else is usually a recipe for losing. I have known William for years, and I can assure you he is one of those few attorneys who has a complete understanding of the science necessary to challenge these cases successfully. Christopher H. Cessna Attorney at Law Denver, CO"

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James Ruane

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"There are a handful of lawyers in this entire country who commit themselves to the highest levels of education and practice in the area of DUI defense, and Bill is among that short list. His dedication to his clients and his desire to stay abreast of the scientific areas a truly exceptional DUI defense attorney demonstrates his commitment to providing his clients with the best defense available. I would encourage anyone facing a DUI charge to consult with Bill - when you need a lawyer this badly, you need a lawyer this good."

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Okorie Okorocha

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nobody is more active in the National DUI scene than Mr. Bly. Mr. Bly cannot be outworked in any case, is as knowledgeable if not more knowledgeable than any other DUI lawyer and more relentless than any DUI lawyer. If I ever get charged with a crime in his jurisdiction, he will be my first call. I am Nationally Board Certified in Criminal trial law but would absolutely hire Mr. Bly in lieu of handling a case myself."

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Craig Dorais

Criminal defense lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Bly is a tremendous advocate for his clients. His professional tenacity in trial and cross examining skills surpass those of lawyers who have practiced law for several decades. Beyond this he always maintains the best interest of his client while handling any of his legal needs. A trait all lawyers should, but do not always possess. Lastly, while Mr. Bly does all this and does it all so well, he maintains a personal buy professional nature. Making him someone that knows how to communicate with his clients and colleagues to bring about the best results during his advocacy of others. In short Mr. Bly is a rising star in the Law and I expect him to shine longly and brightly for some time to come."

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Harley Wagner

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Having been a member of the National College for DUI Defense for over 10 years now, and as an annual attendee of two to three national DUI defense seminars, I have been privileged to get to know many of our nation's finest DUI defense attorneys. William Bly is undoubtedly amongst this group. His reputation for professional excellence is not limited to the borders of Maine. He has a national reputation of being one of our nation's most experienced, well trained, ultra talented, compassionate DUI defense attorneys that you will find anywhere in America. I loudly and proudly endorse William Bly. The citizen accused could find no better. The fact that he is a personal friend is but a bonus."

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Robert Keefer

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I met Bill a number of years ago at a seminar. I quickly realized that I would see him often at those seminars because he wants to be the best advocate for his clients that he can be. Society has a real bias against DWI defendants; everyone believes they must be guilty because they are charged. The only way to win those cases is to know more than the prosecutors about the law and the science. Bill has dedicated himself to gaining that knowledge. I would send my closest friend or family member to Bill if he or she was charged with DWI in a Court where Bill practices."

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Chris Nielsen

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Attorney Bly since we began law school together. He is by far the best DUI/DWI/OUI attorney in the state of Maine. He has attended numerous seminars dedicated to drunk driving defense and has extensive trial experience. He serves as a mentor for many young attorneys who have questions concerning DUI defense and has even written a book on defending drinking drivers. If you can are looking for the best attorney in the DWI defense business and can afford the best defense, look no further. I unequivocally and whole heartedly endorse Attorney Bly's work."

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William Head

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bill traveled all the way from Maine to California to attend a very tough course on Forensic Science, and take a final exam that would challenge many state toxicologists. Yet he scored among the highest scores on the exam, with more than 60 attorneys attending. That is remarkable! Determination to be the best is the hallmark of all great people. Bill is on a quest to achieve total excellence in the OUI (impaired driving) arena. He is dedicated to what he does, and should be considered for defense of these tough criminal cases, if your legal matter is pending in Maine."

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David Hoover

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I had the good fortune of meeting Attorney Bly at a recent forensic blood seminar. He and I are both members of the National College for DUI Defense, one of the sponsoring entities of the seminar. In attendance at this seminar were some of the world's foremost experts on forensic issues concerning DUI litigation, as well as the top DUI Defense lawyers in the country. I would certainly place Attorney Bly in that group as his hard work and dedication to his chosen profession have enabled him to continuously produce high level results. Any citizen in need of top notch legal services should look no further than Attorney Bly, as I am certain he will not disappoint."

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Shawn Dorward

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I unquestionably endorse Attorney Bly's work and dedication towards his profession and clients. It is not everyday you come across someone who is as eager and willing to learn and grow in their field of work as Attorney Bly. It has been a pleasure to know him."

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Timothy Barrouk

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I unequivocally endorse Attorney Bly's work. I had the privilege of witnessing his impressive work ethic firsthand. Attorney Bly is well versed in all matters related to DUI/DWI. He is an aggressive fighter that will do everything permitted by law to get a not guilty. If I had a friend or family member that was charged with DUI/DWI in Maine, my very first and only call would be to Attorney Bly."

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Thomas Richard

Criminal defense lawyer

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William Ashe

Criminal defense lawyer

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Nathaniel Hitchcock

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ronald Laba

Personal injury lawyer

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Christopher Cessna

DUI and DWI lawyer

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John Tenn

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Ryan Russman

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Okorie Okorocha

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Kenneth Marass

Criminal defense lawyer

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Craig Dorais

Patent application lawyer

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Leonard Sharon

Criminal defense lawyer

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James Ruane

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Harley Wagner

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Robert Keefer

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Chris Nielsen

Federal crime lawyer

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William Head

DUI and DWI lawyer

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David Hoover

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Shawn Dorward

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Timothy Barrouk

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Justin McShane

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2010

Best of Portland 2010, The Portland Phoenix

Work Experience

2003 - 2004

ADA Intern, Cumberland County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2017 - Present

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2006 - Present

National Criminal Association Defense Lawyers

Member

2006 - Present

American Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2006 - Present

Maine Association of Trial Lawyers

Member

2006 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2005 - Present

Maine State Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2005 - Present

York County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. J.R.

Not Guilty following jury trial

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Education

2004

University of Maine School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

Rutgers College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2010

Small Firm & Solo Practitioner Symposium

Ins and outs of managing a law practice

Publications

2012

Aspatore Book publication Defending DUI Vehicular Homicides Cases

2009

The DWI Survival Guide Top Ten Mistakes to Avoid in a DUI/DWI/OUI Case

Languages

English

Activity

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