William John Smyth

William John Smyth

5.0
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 32 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Alfred, ME
Practice Areas: Estate Planning

200 Waterboro Road, Alfred, ME

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Licenses

Licensed in New Hampshire for 13 years

State: New Hampshire

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 23 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maine for 31 years

State: Maine

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 24 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2001

Inactive

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 31 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1994

Retired

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 32 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1993

Resigned Without Prejudice

No misconduct found

Location

Smyth & Associates, P.A.

200 Waterboro Road, Alfred, ME, 04090

Smyth & Associates, P.A.

11 Portwalk Place, Portsmouth, NH, 03801

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William John Smyth's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

5 star (11)
4 star (0)
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Posted by Ann | January 7, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

resource

Have worked with Bill on a diverse range of issues and have always had every detail explained and taken care of in a professional and friendly way. He’s become a real resource.

Posted by anonymous | April 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Wonderful experience!

Bill Smyth recently helped our family with Estate Planning. He is very knowledgeable and quite personable. The culture in his office, while both organized and professional, radiated a warm, welcoming atmosphere from Bill and his office staff.

Posted by anonymous | July 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Job

Bill helped us update our estate plan. He was thorough, meticulous, asked the right questions and listened carefully to make sure that out wishes were carried forward as intended. He also assisted in implementation which is key in the process. I would highly recommend him.

Posted by Valerie | April 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Extremely professional lawyer

Bill has done a great job working with us on our Will/Trust. He is extremely professional, knowledgeable and efficient. His numerous qualities and helpfulness alleviated the stress that accompanies this difficult subject matter.

Posted by anonymous | April 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Atty Smyth

Atty Smyth has assisted with my family estate planning and has been helpful and understanding with our specific needs. He was thorough with completed documents, estate trust, wills, etc. I highly recommend Atty Smyth to anyone needing legal guidance.

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William John Smyth's Lawyer Endorsements

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Danielle Van Ess

Estate planning lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Being New England estate planning attorneys means we regularly have clients who have vacation homes and family members in bordering states. Bill is my go-to guy in Maine. He has assisted many of my clients with transfers of their property in Maine to their MA trusts as well as doing comprehensive estate plans for my MA clients' Maine relatives. Bill is smart, friendly, down to earth, and everyone I have referred his way has made a special point of thanking me for the great referral."

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Michael Furlong

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Bill Smyth! Bill is hardworking, honest, thorough, and highly skilled in sophisticated estate planning matters, plus he's a really nice guy who truly cares about his clients."

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Brian Perlin

Unknown lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Bill on several estate planning/probate matters. The quality of his work is outstanding! I love working with him. Makes our job so much easier when you are working with a professional!"

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James Voeller

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bill Smyth is an excellent attorney. I have known Bill for a number of years and can say without hesitation that he knows the law and serves his clients diligently. Not only does Bill know the law, but he is incredibly personable. You can not go wrong in hiring Bill. I heartily endorse him. Jim Voeller"

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Matthew Wiley

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bill is an attorney I have known for the last several years sharing a variety of continuing education classes. While Bill may be from the far north (Maine) his skills and expertise translate to lower New England. I consider him a valuable ally in navigating the problems both our clients face. Bill's heightened understanding of complex issues involving gun trusts and asset protection make him the perfect person to swap new techniques or ideas with. I would recommend a client to Bill without hesitation and look forward to continuing and expanding our relationship over the next 20 years."

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William Whittenberg

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"We have worked with Bill for many years assisting us with Maine specific matters and have always found him to be professional, efficient and personable. It is a privilege to have him as a resource for our firm and our clients."

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Scott Squillace

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Bill is an outstanding lawyer. He is technically competent and his customer service skills are second to none. I have found him enormously helpful with local law issues and he is just pleasant to be around. I would not hesitate to endorse him."

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Henry Weatherby

Probate lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bill is an exceptional lawyer practicing in Maine. He is an excellent attorney who is practical, knowledgeable, as well as insightful. He conducts himself with courtesy and professionalism and empathy for his clients. I endorse this lawyer and believe anyone having the privilege of working with him will be extremely well served by the experience."

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Danielle Van Ess

Estate planning lawyer

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James Voeller

Estate planning lawyer

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Daniel Surprenant

Estate planning lawyer

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Michael Furlong

Estate planning lawyer

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Matthew Wiley

Estate planning lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Attorney, Smyth & Associates, P.A.

Associations

2001 - Present

WealthCounsel, LLC

Member

Education

1993

Brooklyn Law School

Publications

Languages

English

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