Amy T. Robidas

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Amy T. Robidas

4.9
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 18 years

Family Lawyer at Portland, ME
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation ... +2 more

527 Ocean Avenue, Suite 1, Portland, ME

About Amy

Biography

Your Champion In The Courtroom, Your Voice In Negotiation. Robidas Law can help.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Child Custody 20%

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Child Support 20%

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Criminal Defense 20%

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Divorce and Separation 20%

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Family 20%

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Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Maine for 18 years

State: Maine

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Robidas Law, LLC

527 Ocean Avenue, Suite 1, Portland, ME, 04103

portland-maine-lawyer.com/

Online Presence

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Amy T. Robidas's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

93 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 19 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Tony | November 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Amy is the one

A week before an uncontested hearing without lawyers, my ex decides to obtain a lawyer and it becomes contested. In that week I consulted several firms and found Amy. Her calm, knowledgeable, and factual demeanor was why I chose her. I was feeling scrambled, didn't know enough and her understanding o...f the process along with listening to my issues, she efficiently helped resolve a frustrating endeavor. I went from almost being a part time dad and having to pay an absurd amount of support, to obtaining 50/50 split without even going to trial. Amy was not pushed around, she was patient with the me, and made sure I obtained the details I wanted within the settlement. She's efficient, experienced, and great communicator, couldn't be more pleased! My kids future and I thank you so much!

Amy Robidas

Replied last November 30, 2020

Thank you, Tony. It was a pleasure working with you and I'm so glad we could help achieve a fair result.

Posted by anonymous | October 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Parental Rights/Relationship Abuse

Amy helped me through a parental rights decision making case. She helped walk me through all of my options, and ultimately found the right options with my son's best interest in mind. She was honest with me and told me what the courts would/wouldn't allow from the very beginning so that nothing came ...as a surprise. She didn't push me towards any specific decisions, and she listened to every one of my concerns. When I first hired her, my relationship with my son's father had recently ended, and he was being very emotionally and mentally abusive towards me. She was able to give me legal advice on how to deal with the abuse, along with what I could do/say in order to make him stop harassing me. I felt as though I could be open and honest with her about everything, and she was very kind to me through this entire process. I'm very thankful to be able to have her as my lawyer, and I would absolutely hire her again, as well as recommending her to others.

Amy Robidas

Replied last October 20, 2020

Thank you for your kind words. Best wishes to you and your son in all your future endeavors!

Posted by Lorell | October 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Amazing!

Amy You have done such an amazing job with my divorce, you have thought of unforeseen obstacles. The best thing I did was first get the divorce but the second best thing was have you as my lawyer. You rock and are amazing, talented, smart and fierce! You always maintained a professional attitude.... Review: My divorce was difficult and not a clear cut case by any means. I wanted to keep my children safe and in a stable environment but still have contact with thier dad. I know that the children have gone through this like I did and wanted their life to be disrupted as little as possible. I also felt it was important to be honest and just stick to the facts without personal judgement during the mediation. I did not want to hurt nor did I have a vendetta against my ex husband. Amy always remained cool and listened well, she stepped in when needed and allowed me to talk when necessary. She was always three steps ahead of me before I even knew it. The outcome of the case I felt was fair for everyone, especially the children. When I first started the divorce proceedings I was in a bad place, working per-diem, would not qualify for health insurance and my income was unreliable. Amy made sure I was provided for until the divorce was settled, I pulled myself up and now feel the weight of the world off my shoulders. I Could not have done half the things I did without the help of Amy Robidas expertise. Soon I gained part-time then full-time, benefits and lawyer fees paid ahead of time while raising three children full time. Sylvia, Amy's Legal Assistant was also amazing, able to help me with any issues of obtaining documents, scanning and PDF's, she is a wizard! between the both they are unstoppable. Sincerely, Lorell

Posted by anonymous | May 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

if i had to go through it again, i would want amy on my side

amy is a kind, intuitive person with a sharp intellect. her compassion, patience and experience made her the perfect person to help me through a traumatizing divorce as it unfolded. amy repeatedly handled interactions with the court, the opposing attorney and my now-ex. she explained what was happeni...ng with the divorce process as it unfolded, offered suggestions and resources available to me as a newly single mom, and continues to answer my questions when they come up. I couldn't have asked for a better ally and advocate, and highly recommend amy robidas, especially for anyone in a divorce when kids are involved.

Amy Robidas

Replied last May 10, 2018

Thank you for those kind words! It was a pleasure representing you!

Posted by Carl | October 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce Representation

I retained Amy as my divorce counsel based off of my online research. As was stated in other reviews Amy was very professional and understanding of my situation. She provided sound and sensible advice taking into account what was in my best interest as well as what was fair and equitable in a very di...fficult situation. She outlined the pro's and con's of my options whenever I presented a proposal or concept. Amy was also upfront about taking the most prudent action that was in the best interest of my budget, taking into account the long term affects of the financial outcome. She was clear and concise about our actions and consistently responded to all legal matters very quickly. It was a pleasure working with Amy and her staff, they were understanding and accommodating during a very difficult time. I would recommend Amy without hesitation.

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Amy T. Robidas's Lawyer Endorsements

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Hanna Teeters-Trumpy

Family lawyer | Oct 11

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"I endorse this lawyer. Amy is very detail-oriented and works hard to provide the best result for her clients."

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John Lemieux

Family lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Amy Robidas. She is very capable and intelligent. She strikes the right balance between zealous advocacy and pragmatic problem solving which is needed in family law practice."

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Stan Tupper

Unknown lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Robidas. She is conscientious, experienced, bright, and approachable."

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Matthew Howell

Unknown lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. You would be hard-pressed to find a more intelligent and passionate legal advocate. Amy works incredibly hard for her clients and balances tenacity and common sense to achieve the best results possible."

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Jacqueline Moss

Family lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Amy is a thoughtful, dedicated, and strong advocate for her clients. I endorse her."

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Sergio Cabanas

Unknown lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. A contributor to the legal community and a real asset to the bar in general."

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Donald Hornblower

General practice lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Robidas has a great reputation as a skilled and caring trial lawyer and advocate, and I highly recommend her services."

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Leif Hamman

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Robidas brings the dedication to mission and attention to detail that she honed to perfection in the U.S. Navy to each case and client for whom she provides legal services. It is with great pride in the U.S. armed services that I gladly endorse this lawyer."

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David Bobrow

Unknown lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"One would be hard-pressed to find another lawyer in the community as consistently well prepared, intelligent, and astute as Attorney Robidas."

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Kathryn McHugh

Family lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amy Robidas is a great advocate who is well prepared and listens to her clients. She is tenacious as an advocate, but also negotiates resolutions in family matters on a regular basis that help her clients move forward with their lives."

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Scott Newman

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Robidas is a knowledgeable practitioner with a passion for the practice of law. I endorse this lawyer."

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Zachary Paakkonen

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Amy Robidas. She is a strong and smart advocate for her clients and will fight hard when needed. Amy is on my short list for referrals of clients."

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Stephen Schwartz

Family lawyer | Oct 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amy Robidas is an experienced family law and criminal defense attorney. She pays attention to detail, and also possesses intelligence and common sense-- three qualities that are very desirable in an attorney. She is a very capable trial lawyer, and is also willing to help settle a case, if it is in her client's best interests to do so. I heartily endorse Amy."

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Stacey Neumann

Family lawyer | Oct 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Amy to be a tenacious and creative lawyer. She will fight for her clients vigorously but also advocate for practical solutions when available."

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Dylan Boyd

Unknown lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brett Gabor

Family lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Amy Robidas. She a fantastic advocate for her clients."

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Heather Seasonwein

Family lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amy is a zealous and compassionate advocate. She listens to her clients, is well prepared for court and is a skilled litigator. I often refer clients to Amy, because I know that she will represent them well."

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Shelley Carter

Unknown lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Robidas. Amy is a strong and zealous advocate. I highly recommend her legal services. I have referred clients to her in the past and they have been very pleased with her work, and I will continue to refer clients to her."

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Douglas Borthwick

Family lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Bowe

Family lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Amy has an excellent understanding of the resources available to families in the Cumberland County area."

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Jeremy Pratt

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Lemieux

Mediation lawyer

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Scott Hess

Criminal defense lawyer

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Matthew Howell

Litigation lawyer

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Stan Tupper

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jacqueline Moss

Adoption lawyer

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Adam Sherman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Patrick Nickerson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Donald Hornblower

Criminal defense lawyer

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Julia Pitney

Litigation lawyer

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William Ashe

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Bobrow

Criminal defense lawyer

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Randa Capponi

Criminal defense lawyer

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Stacey Neumann

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kelly Hoffman

Litigation lawyer

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Hanna Teeters-Trumpy

Criminal defense lawyer

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Courtney Beer

Family lawyer

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Alicia Cushing

Litigation lawyer

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Heather Whiting

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Managing Partner, Robidas Law, LLC

2007 - 2014

Senior Associate Attorney, Zerillo Law, LLC

2006 - 2006

Legal Assistant, Carlin and Associates, LLC

Associations

2009 - Present

Edward Gignoux Inn of Court

Board Member

2007 - Present

Maine State Bar Association

Member

2016 - 2020

American Academy of Certified Financial Litigators

Founder

2007 - 2017

Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

President

2007 - 2016

Maine Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Quinty v. Johnson, 2017 ME 117, 164 A.3d 135 (Me. 2017)

Successful defense of Law Court appeal

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Education

2007

University of Maine School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

University of Southern Maine

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2020

Family Law in the New Normal

The practice of family law in the COVID-19 era.

Languages

English

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