Portland, Maine Adoption Attorneys

Compare 4 attorneys and 4 law firms in Portland , ME. Sort by highest rating and years of adoption experience.

Suzanne Thompson
Portland adoption attorney at Vincent Kantz Pittman and Thompson with 18 years experience

44 Exchange Street, Suite 301, Portland, ME 04101

Elizabeth Stout
Portland adoption attorney at Givertz Scheffee and Lavoie with 34 years experience

215 Commercial Street, Portland, ME 04112

Roger Brunelle Jr.
Portland adoption attorney at Roger F Brunelle with 26 years experience

1 Monument Way, 2nd Floor, Portland, ME 04101

Matthew Govan
Portland adoption attorney at Govan Law Office with 19 years experience

97 India Street, Portland, ME 04112

Need help with an adoption matter?

Adoption laws form a legal relationship between a parent, or parents, and a child who are not directly related. Since each state has its own unique set of laws governing adoption consulting with a local attorney with significant prior adoption legal experience is essential.

Need an attorney in Portland, ME?

Find the right attorney by reviewing and comparing our profiles of lawyers and their law firms, with details on each attorney and their colleague’s practice, experience, education, training, honors and fee structure. Carefully consider client reviews and recommendations from people just like you. If you have complex legal needs, a larger firm with multiple attorneys who can advise you in different areas may be the best fit. If your needs are more limited and very specific, consider a smaller firm. Speak with several Portland adoption attorneys to find the one that is best for you.

Ask yourself the 3 C’s:

  • Credentials ‐ How many cases has this attorney worked on similar to yours?
  • Comfort ‐ Who are you most comfortable working with? Is the lawyer’s office nearby? How and how often will they get in touch with you?
  • Cost ‐ Have expected costs and fees been clearly explained to you? It’s OK to ask for an estimate.