Perkins Thompson

06/17/2026

For many Maine families, the cost of long term care raises difficult questions about protecting a home and other assets. Last year, Barbara S. Schlichtman, shareholder, spoke with CBS 13 about how Maine's estate recovery process works and what families should consider when planning for nursing home or assisted living care. The concerns she discussed remain just as relevant today. If you or a family member is navigating long term care decisions, our trusts and estates team can help you understand your options and plan ahead.

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06/12/2026

With our expansion onto the 8th floor now complete, demolition is underway on the 9th floor. Members of our team joined Wright-Ryan Construction for a wall breaking to kick off the next phase of renovations at 200 Middle Street. Hard hats on and sledgehammers in hand, the team took the first swings to open up the space that will become updated conference and collaboration areas, with new technology and design choices that preserve elements of the firm's history in this building. More to come as the work progresses.

06/11/2026

This June, we recognize Amanda L. Robertshaw, firm administrator, on her 10th anniversary, Mark A. Woronoff, of counsel, on his sixth year, Melanie N. Dorn, associate, marking her fourth year, Nona E. Gillis, associate, on her third year, and Jacob F. Bowie, shareholder, on his first year at Perkins Thompson. We are thankful for the part each of them plays in the work we do and the firm we continue to build together.

06/05/2026

Workplace challenges for employers continue to evolve, from compliance requirements and policy development to investigations and employment disputes. Perkins Thompson's Employment Practice Group partners with employers of all sizes to provide practical, efficient counsel and representation on all matters affecting the employment relationship. The practice group includes William J. Sheils, Katherine C. Skinner and Joseph G. Talbot.

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06/03/2026

Receiving a letter from a bankruptcy trustee about payments your business received can be alarming. In many cases, these inquiries relate to what is known as a preference claim, and how you respond matters. This article from our Creditors' Rights and Bankruptcy Practice Group explains what preference claims are, why you may have received an inquiry, and what steps to take.

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If you or your business has received a letter or inquiry from a bankruptcy trustee regarding payments received before someone filed for bankruptcy, it’s natural to feel confused—or even alarmed and angry. This kind of inquiry typically relates to what’s known as a preference claim. These inqui...

05/28/2026

Perkins Thompson is hiring an intake coordinator/legal assistant to join our trusts and estates practice in Portland, Maine. This role serves as the first point of contact for new and existing clients of the department and plays an important part in intake, client onboarding, document preparation and day-to-day coordination. We are looking for someone who is detail-oriented, organized and genuinely committed to client care.

If you or someone you know may be a good fit, please visit the link below to learn more about the position.

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05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor those who gave their lives in service to our country. As we gather with family and friends to welcome the start of summer, we carry with us a deep gratitude for the sacrifices that make these moments possible.

05/21/2026

What makes a law firm worth trusting with the things that matter most? For us, it starts with listening. Our attorneys work closely with clients on the legal matters that shape their personal and professional lives, from business planning and real estate to estate planning and litigation. We take that responsibility seriously, and we believe the way we show up for our clients reflects who we are as a firm.

05/20/2026

We are looking forward to having Natalie join us next year!

When Natalie Jump ’26 came to Maine Law, she thought her future was firmly rooted in environmental policy. But through experiences like the Rural Practice Clinic in Fort Kent, work with the Maine Law Review, and courtroom advocacy opportunities, she discovered a much broader vision of what it means to practice law.

“You get this sense that the law is known and predictable, but people are not,” Jump said. “That’s where the complexity of practicing lies.” After graduation, Jump will clerk at the Kennebec County Superior Court before joining Perkins Thompson as an associate.

Read more about her journey at Maine Law: https://mainelaw.maine.edu/news/natalie-jump-26-an-ever-evolving-understanding-of-the-law/.

05/19/2026

Our team recently joined the Lewiston Public Library's Wild West Murder Mystery, a fundraiser benefiting the READy to Grow Campaign to renovate the children's department. The evening brought together community members for dinner, raffle prizes and a team competition to solve a fictional Western themed murder. Supporting initiatives that strengthen local institutions like our public libraries is one of the ways we stay connected to the people and places we call home.