Now welcoming new clients in Portland and Camden

Steady counsel for the moments that matter.

Harbor & Pine is a small, partner-led firm helping Maine families and businesses plan ahead, close deals and resolve disputes with less stress and no surprises on the bill.

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Margaret Ellis

Founding partner

"We answer the phone. That is still the whole job."

years on Wharf Street: 27; years on Wharf Street
families and businesses served: 3,400+; families and businesses served
average client rating: 4.9; average client rating
first response, guaranteed: 24h; first response, guaranteed

Practice areas

Six things we do, and do very well.

We keep our focus narrow on purpose. It means deeper experience and fewer handoffs for you.

Estate planning

Wills, trusts and powers of attorney written so your family can actually read them.

Small business

Formation, contracts and the quiet legal work that keeps a growing company out of trouble.

Real estate

Closings, title reviews and waterfront easements, handled by people who know the coast.

Family law

Steady, discreet guidance through divorce, custody and adoption.

Probate

We carry the paperwork so you can grieve, and settle estates without surprises.

Disputes

Negotiation first, litigation when it counts. Clear about costs from day one.

A lawyer reviewing documents with a client

How we work

Clear from the very first call.

1

A free first call

Thirty minutes to understand what is going on and whether we are the right fit.
2

A flat-fee plan

A written scope and a price before any work begins. No billable-hour surprises.
3

One partner, start to finish

The lawyer you meet is the lawyer who does the work and answers your calls.