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Lisa J. Friedlander
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Biography
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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Licensed in Maine for 33 years
State: Maine
Acquired: 1992
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Lisa J. Friedlander Attorney at Law
MAILING ADDRESS:, 91 Auburn St Unit J #234, Portland, ME, 04103
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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...
Posted by Janis | March 14, 2014
Highly Recommended
I would trust Ms. Friedlander with any legal concern. She is aware, responsive, persistent and very caring. I was listened to, and heard, and my options were clearly explained to me, fairly and without judgment. I honestly can't think of anyone I would trust more.
Lisa J. Friedlander's Lawyer Endorsements
"Lisa is a strong advocate in the area of family law. I endorse and highly recommend this lawyer."
"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."
Marianna Hibbard
Divorce and separation lawyer
Todd Crawford
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
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
Associations
Maine State Bar Association
Member
Cumberland County Bar Association
Member
Education
1992
University of Maine School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
Dartmouth College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
Will Basics
Estate Planning
2018
Special Needs Trusts and Your Child
Special Needs Trusts
2014
Special Needs Trusts Presentation
Special Needs Trusts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Lawyers fees being paid by an estate.
20 Mar 2026
Q&A
Does my dad have to leave myself and my brother something in his will? Ie property or money?
27 Aug 2025
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How to find grave plots that my father bought back in the late 1980s in Maine?
22 Jul 2025