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My practice areas include:
Family Law - Divorce & Parental Rights, Child Custody, Protection Orders, Mediation, Motions to Modify & Enforce, Guardian ad litem services.
Criminal Defense - OUI, OAS, Drug possession, DV, Assault, Bail Violations.
Business Law - Contracts & Legal Agreements, Litigation, New Business Formation, Financing & Acquisitions, Real Estate Purchases and Sales.
Litigation - Trials in District & Superior Courts.
Appeals to Maine's Supreme Judicial Court.
Mediation - Mediator for Family Law and Business Cases.
Client service is my highest priority. Please call for a free 30 minute consultation.
Weekend and evening appointments can be scheduled upon request.
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State: Maine
Acquired: 2012
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Posted by Samantha | April 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Family
Knowledgeable, Realistic, Caring
John is a wealth of knowledge. His knowledge in his field is unmatched. What stood out the most to me, however, was his ability to provide clear, unbiased advice based strictly on the facts, without any judgment or emotional influence. This level of professionalism and expertise is hard to find. His ...
Posted by Veronica | December 17, 2024 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Timely & Helpful
I was contacted quickly and provided helpful information on how to navigate the complexities of the legal system for my son's criminal speeding ticket. I appreciated hearing the potential options and suggestions for preemptive strategies. Although a brief conversation, I felt as though attorney Simps...
Posted by Oscar | October 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
A fine negotiator, extremely knowledgeable and an amazing attorney!
Attorney John Simpson was my lawyer, and he assisted me for three years in a long divorce procedure. Despite my lack of familiarity with American law due to not living in the USA, Attorney Simpson's expertise and guidance not only provided me with a sense of security and trust but also a strong fo...
Posted by Wendell | July 02, 2024 | Child Custody
Very Knowledge
Mr. Simpson helped me understand the laws regarding jurisdiction, UCCJEA, in such a way has given me direction to proceed with my case in New Mexico. Although our conversation was short I felt he had my best interest in helping me understand the process of filling paperwork with the court in New Mex...
Posted by Fahad | April 29, 2024
The Best in Maine
Thank you so much for your time and help me, you are the best in the state .
"I had an opportunity working together with Mr. Simpson on a case before the U.S. District Court for the District of Maine, when jointly representing a same client. Throughout the process, Mr. Simpson always showed his responsibility on the case, including meeting up with the adversary, attending the case strategy discussions, showing up on time at the Court Room for arguments. Mr. Simpson demonstrated his care of client's best legal interests and he is a good listener. Mr. Simpson is one of the best picks when looking for a representing attorney."
"John works diligently on his cases. The passion he brings to law is one of the reasons I send him clients when I am unable to take on the work. He is responsive, has a quick wit and dedicated to his matters."
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2011
Sunshine Award, Maine Freedom of Information Coalition
2015 - Present
Attorney, Simpson Law
2014 - 2015
Attorney, Law Office of Thaddeus Day
2008 - 2014
General Counsel, MacImage of Maine LLC
1996 - 2014
President, MacImage of Maine LLC
1996 - 1996
Associate, Perkins Coie
1995 - 1995
Legal Intern, Vermont Agency of Natural Resources
2018 - Present
United States District Court for the District of MaineMember
2018 - Present
Maine Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2016 - Present
Maine Guardian ad Litem InstituteMember
2016 - Present
Maine Association of MediatorsMember
2013 - Present
MSAD #51 Board of DirectorsDirector
2012 - Present
Maine State Bar AssociationMember
2013 - 2014
MSAD #51 Board of DirectorsChair, Legal Policy Committee
Maine Supreme Court Denied Appeal
Won Injunction Granting Access to Records
Won Injunction Granting Access to Records
Won $75,000 Breach of Contract Judgment
1996
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
MBA - Master of Business Administration
1982
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2015
Family Law - Shared Primary Residency
2010
Online Title Research
2004
Advanced Land Records In Maine
English
Legal Answers
Do I have to keep paying rent?
11 Jan 2020
Can I move out of state with my children if I have no custody agreement with their father? Moving from Maine
14 Oct 2018
What percentage interest rate can I charge for a very delinquent divorce settlement payment and how can I calculate that?
04 Jun 2018