William H. Ashe

William H. Ashe

also known as Will Ashe

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Ellsworth, ME
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation

79 Main St Ste B, PO Box 82, Ellsworth, ME

About William

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

My Criminal Defense practices ranges from misdemeanors to serious felonies. I have defended cases such as Murder, Gross Sexual Assault, Robbery, Aggravated Assault, Drug Trafficking, Domestic Violence charges, OUI and many other offenses. I have achieved Not Guilty Verdicts on Robbery, Gross Sexual Assault, and numerous Domestic Violence charges. I also specialize in the defense of Operating Under the Influence charges.

18 years

50%
DUI and DWI 25%

I specialize in OUI defense. I have specific experience in the defense of OUI's. I have training and expertise in the science behind OUI cases, and I am well-versed in OUI specific caselaw. OUI defense is different from general Criminal Defense and I believe it is critical to know how to defend an OUI in order to achieve the best result.

18 years

25%
Divorce and Separation 25%

I represent individuals in divorce, legal separation and child custody cases. I work hard to make sure that my client's rights are protected and to ensure that they get the results they deserve.

18 years

25%

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Licenses

Licensed in Maine for 16 years

State: Maine

Acquired: 2009

Active

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Location

The Law Offices of William H. Ashe

79 Main St Ste B, PO Box 82, Ellsworth, ME, 04605

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William H. Ashe's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

5 star (14) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Florence | February 17, 2023 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

CREDIT FIX

I have a couple of collection accounts that I want to get removed…. I was going through a divorce and lost track of certain bills/paperwork. Also I have completed a student loan that went into default. I have been making on time payment with the new provider but the old loans still remain as closed/t...ransferred with the negative payments history on them. Shouldn’t they be deleted Since the same loans are now with a new loan provider? It is essentially duplicated reporting them right? I am planning on getting married in a couple years and want to buy a house with my current boyfriend and with this stuff on my report I fear I won’t be able to do this. This was exactly my story until I contacted PINNACLE CREDIT SPECIALIST who did the magic by clearing all the debts and raised my score 804 excellent across the bureaus and even added some positive tradelines on my report. I was able to get a good house with a very low interest rate. Thank you for helping me…. EMAIL: [email protected] for clearing of debts and more just the way I did or TEXT +1 (323) 406 1225. 

Posted by Robert | June 6, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

An outstanding Attorney

Will Ashe is, by far, the best Attorney in Maine for any serious charge. I was experiencing every modern man’s nightmare, charged with a felony sex crime which I didn’t commit. After first hiring a lawyer who told me the wrong charge and incorrect bail conditions, I found Will online and hired him in...stead. He immediately made me feel better and was very knowledgeable. His legal Secretary was also great at getting back to me. After reviewing my case, he helped me through the process and first court date. He also helped me believe in myself during a very difficult time, fought for me telling the DA there would be no “deals” and that we would fight the charges. I was informed just weeks before being indicted on a B felony, that the case had been dismissed! Will Ashe got me my life back, he is hands down the best lawyer you could hire, period.

Posted by anonymous | April 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

10 stars

I hired Attorney Ashe for an OUI. He fought the case very hard and it got dismissed. I feel so fortunate that he was my lawyer. 5 stars doesn’t do him justice.

Posted by anonymous | December 5, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Unbelievable Lawyer

Attorney Ashe did an amazing job for me on my case. I got a referral from a friend of mine who works in the Court house and she told me that Ashe was the guy to get. So glad I hired him! He was tremendous from start to finish and helped me put a bad situation behind me and get my life back!

Posted by Roger | June 6, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing

I recommend The Law Office of William Ash to anyone in need of legal counsel. I hired Will as my defense attorney on a felony case, and right from the start he was available, professional, and had my back 100%. To make a long story short I was charged with a felony while on probation, and not only di...d Will make it possible or for me to bail on two separate occasions, but got me completely clear of the entire mess; charges dismissed. At one point when I really needed advice he returned my call while he was out of state, on vacation with family. I can’t express enough gratitude for the assistance he has provided me, and as I said before, I HIGHLY recommend Will Ash to anyone who needs a defense attorney. Thanks again!!

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William H. Ashe's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Steed

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Will is an excellent attorney. He cares about fighting hard for his clients to get good results. I always look forward to seeing him and talking to him to talk about case strategy."

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William Bly

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Attorney Will Ashe is a an excellent defense attorney and a welcome addition to the Hancock County defense bar. Unlike so many defense attorneys, he's been through the crucible of trial and come through on the winning end for his clients. He's tried numerous misdemeanor and felony cases over the years, some of which I've had the privilege to directly observe his actual trials. I have a great deal of confidence in Will's abilities and as such, have referred clients to him in the past. The results he's obtained for those clients have met or exceeded my own expectations in each and every one of those cases. I heartily endorse Attorney Ashe without reservation."

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Eric Thistle

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Will is a terrific lawyer and I endorse him without hesitation. Will is smart, compassionate and a strong advocate in the court room. If any of my family or friends were in need of a lawyer I would recommend they speak with Will."

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Amy Robidas

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Will is an intelligent and conscientious attorney, who works hard for his clients and achieves outstanding results."

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Brian Burke

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"During the three years I spent as Will's coworker, I found myself continuously impressed with his legal strategy, knowledge, and results - especially in the field of criminal defense. Will works as hard as he can toward the best result in his cases."

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David Bobrow

General practice lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Will consistently obtains outstanding results for his clients due to hard work, diligence, and perseverance."

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Dylan Boyd

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Will is an excellent trial lawyer. He is a diligent and effective advocate for his clients. He has achieved some significant courtroom victories."

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Edmund Folsom

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Will is intelligent and conscientious, and he works hard for his clients. In fact, he just got a not guilty verdict in a gross sexual assault trial this week!"

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William Bly

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Eric Thistle

Criminal defense lawyer

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Dylan Boyd

Criminal defense lawyer

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Gregory McCullough

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2022

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2021

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2020

Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorney, The National Trial Lawyers Association

2019

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Criminal Defense, The National Trial Lawyers Association

2018

Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2018

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Criminal Defense, The National Trial Lawyers Association

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Criminal Defense, The National Trial Lawyers Association

2016

Top 10 Defense Attorneys for State of Maine, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Criminal Defense, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2015

Top 10 Defense Attorneys for State of Maine, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Of Counsel, WTB Law

2017 - Present

Owner, The Law Offices of William H. Ashe

2015 - 2017

Senior Assoicate, Fairfield & Associates

2010 - 2015

Associate, Fairfield & Associates

2009 - 2010

Associate, McCullough Law Offices

2008 - 2009

Student Attorney, Cumberland Legal Aid Clinic

2006 - 2007

Legal Intern, Fenton, Chapman, Wheatley & Kane

Associations

2017 - Present

Hancock County Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2009 - Present

Maine Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Maine Trial Lawyer's Association

Member

2009 - 2017

York County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

OUI

Case Dismissed

Hunting charge

Not guilty after trial

DV Assault Not Guilty

Not Guilty after Jury Trial

OUI Dismissed

OUI Dismissed

DV Terrorizing Not Guilty

Not Guilty on all counts

Class B Gross Sexual Assault

Not Guilty after Jury Trial

Final Divorce

Final Divorce Judgment

OUI

Case dismissed

OUI

Case dismissed

Divorce

Successful Final Divorce

Operating Under the Influence

Dismissed

Minor Possessing Alcohol

Case Dismissed

12 counts of Fish and Game violations

Case Dismissed by the Court

Professional License

Complaint Dismissed

Class A Robbery

Not Guilty after Jury Trial

Domestic Violence

Not Guilty after jury trial

Domestic Violence

Case dismissed.

Violation of a Protective Order

Case dismissed.

Aggravated Assault

Case dismissed.

OUI

Case dismissed.

Refusing to Submit to Arrest, Obstruction of Government Administration

Case dismissed.

Felony Domestic Violence

Case Dismissed.

Domestic Violence

Not Guilty after jury trial

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Education

2009

University of Maine School of Law

Juris Doctor Cum Laude

2006

Gettysburg College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2021

Virtual Summer Bar Conference

Perspectives on MCILS Reform

2012

Career Decisions

Pursuing a career as an Attorney

2010

Mock Trial

Trial Tactics

Publications

2023

The Law Offices of William H. Ashe Professional Blog

2018

2018 Maine OUI/DUI Penalties

2016

Maine Criminal Defense Attorney Professional Blog

Languages

English

Activity

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