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I earned my J.D. Degree from Maine Law School in 1992. Since then, I have worked in private practice, except for the five years I was a judicial officer in the Family Division of the Maine District Court where I presided over family law cases. I am now back in private practice and feel I have been effective in helping people deal with a variety of legal issues with more flexibility.
I have represented numerous clients in Maine's District, Superior, and Probate Courts, both as an Attorney and as a Guardian ad Litem. I work with families to set up wills and trusts, special needs trusts, and to address their other estate planning needs.
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Acquired: 1992
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MAILING ADDRESS:, 91 Auburn St Unit J #234, Portland, ME, 04103
19 Client Reviews
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Posted by Dana | February 24, 2021 | Probate
Excellent Lawyer!
I originally called Lisa with some general probate questions. She ended up not only fully answering all my questions but actually helping me solve my problem completely!! All in one phone call!! And I live in the Seattle area!! It was all wrapped up by the following day! The 1st attorney’s office...
Posted by Sue | April 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Auto accident representation and will
Lisa was responsive and listened to my needs. I was happy with the outcome of my case and the personal assistance she gave me with my will.
Posted by anonymous | August 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Competently Managed my Complex Divorce Case
I can't say enough good things about Lisa's process and results in managing my complex divorce case from start to finish. My former spouse hired a supposedly high-powered (and I am sure very expensive) "star" attorney who was aggressive and forceful. Lisa turned the tables, set the tone, never backe...
Posted by Emily | February 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Smart, no nonsense, compassionate approach
I retained Lisa for my parental rights and responsibilities case. She was honest, knowledgable and client-focused! She was always well prepared and relentless in the court room. Her straightforward approach helped me to gain a better understanding of what may happen and to feel prepared. I'm very hap...
Posted by Christina | September 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Would use her again
I can't say enough great things about Lisa. She was so prompt with getting back to me. She represented me during my divorce and she thought of everything. She listened to me and represented me well. She balances professionalism while still being down to earth. I trusted her 100% during the proce...
"I endorse this lawyer. Straight forward competent answers to difficult questions. Do listen to this lawyer"
"I have worked with attorney Friedlander on several occasions, as opposing counsel and as guardian ad litem. She is experienced, knowledgeable, and most importantly, she puts her clients' interests first."
Divorce and separation lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2000 - Present
Attorney, Lisa J. Friedlander, Attorney at Law
1996 - 2000
Case Management Officer (Magistrate), Maine Judicial Department - Family Court
1992 - 1996
Attorney, a Solo Practice
Member
Member
1992
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2018
Estate Planning
2018
Special Needs Trusts
2014
Special Needs Trusts
English
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20 Mar 2026
Does my dad have to leave myself and my brother something in his will? Ie property or money?
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How to find grave plots that my father bought back in the late 1980s in Maine?
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