- DivorceOur attorneys represent individuals with family law issues ranging from adoption to divorce, from prenuptial agreements to post-divorce modifications. We do our best to help people through the emotional and legal challenges that accompany family law matters, whether in litigation or not. We assist them in determining their options and then implementing their decisions. We ensure that each client understands the issues inherent in his or her case so that the client can make good decisions. When that decision involves litigation, we fight aggressively for our client’s rights in court and on appeal, if necessary. The full range of our services includes...
- Child Support
- Child Custody and Visitation
- Adoption
- Premarital Agreement
- Guardianship
- Spousal Support
- Criminal DefenseExperienced, dedicated, and committed to getting results. If you have been arrested or otherwise charged with a crime, the attorneys at Woodman Edmands will provide you with assertive representation at every stage of the case. We have experience representing accused persons, in all state courts, in all types of criminal matters ranging from traffic infractions and misdemeanors to the most serious crimes. We take pride in our reputation with judges, prosecutors and police officers as honest and fair attorneys who will not hesitate to take a case to trial if that course of action is in our client’s best interest. We handle a variety of criminal cases, such as...
- Sex Crimes
- Robbery
- BurglaryIn November 2018, Emanuel Sloboda was on preconviction bail for pending Maine criminal offenses. Harry Center of Woodman Edmands Danylik Austin Smith & Jacques, P.A. in Biddeford, represented Sloboda. According to Center, Sloboda had previously been charged with burglary after a dispute about his dog. The bail bond had a condition that he have no direct or indirect contact with a particular individual.
- White Collar Crimes
- Theft
- Misdemeanors
- Drug Crimes
- Assault
- Arson
- Corporate LawWe are pleased to announce that Jeffrey Zdunczyk has joined the firm as a partner. Previously Jeff was in practice in Kennebunk for more than 20 years, and his practice (Zdunczyk Law Office and Kennebunk Title Company) has merged with the firm. Jeff’s practice includes real estate, estate planning and administration, corporate and business law.
- Business DisputesRalph has developed expertise in commercial and residential real estate and business law after more than 40 years of practice in Maine. He has successfully represented individuals and small businesses on complex commercial and residential projects, with a depth of experience in presenting before zoning and planning boards. He advises numerous small businesses on organizational and financing matters.
- Business TransactionsThe attorneys at Woodman Edmands represent a wide range of clients in a variety of real estate issues and transactions. Our clients include individuals acquiring or selling personal residences, as well as businesspersons, developers and others dealing with commercial transactions. We also represent several lenders in both residential and commercial loan transactions.
- Limited Liability CompaniesOur attorneys have extensive experience in providing comprehensive services to a wide variety of business organizations including the formation of new businesses, corporations, partnerships, limited liability companies, and professional corporations. The firm provides legal expertise, counseling and ongoing representation in areas of structuring, financing, preparation and negotiation of contracts and leases, succession planning, regulatory and environmental law to a wide variety of corporations, limited liability companies and partnerships, and lending institutions. Our business counseling includes...
- Employment LitigationPersonal Injury, Civil Litigation, Construction Litigation, Real Estate Litigation, Probate Litigation, FamilyLaw/Divorce, Foreclosure/Foreclosure Defense, Employment Disputes, Business Sales & Acquisitions, Mediation/Arbritation Services
- Real Estate LitigationAttorney Rick Hull has been practicing real estate law in Biddeford since 1975. His firm brings decades of experience providing legal services to many local businesses, lending institutions, and individual clients with real estate needs. This merger will provide institutional and individual clients with a single Biddeford firm to meet all their real estate needs, including commercial transactions, residential transactions, refinancing or establishing lines of credit, and land use planning. And, as a full-service law firm, Woodman Edmands will be able to help you with your other legal needs, including estate planning, probate, family law, and general litigation.
- Construction LitigationOur Litigation practice group is an integral part of the services that we provide our clients, and supports each of the firm's other substantive practice areas. The firm's approach to dispute resolution is to focus on the client’s “bottom line.” Our goal is always the most cost-effective minimization of risk and expense. This may mean emphasizing factual investigation and settlement exploration before filing suit. Or it may mean seeking alternative forms of dispute resolution, such as mediation or arbitration. Occasionally it requires prompt and preemptive resort to the courts. It always involves close consultation between attorney and client to ensure that tactical and strategic objectives are met within projected budgets for time and expense. The Litigation practice group at Woodman Edmands handles matters in all of the following primary areas, and many others as well.
- Real Estate TransactionsOur attorneys deal with a variety of real estate transactions from residential and commercial purchase and sale agreements to complex leasing, acquisition, and development projects. To meet our clients’ goals and objectives, our real estate attorneys work closely with our business and land use law groups in structuring real estate transactions. Our attorneys counsel and advise clients in a broad scope of areas, including...
- Land Use and ZoningThe attorneys at Woodman Edmands utilize an interdisciplinary approach to find innovative solutions to a variety of land use issues that affect businesses, individuals, and organizations throughout Maine. Our attorneys successfully assist our clients with their projects from the planning and regulatory compliance stages through permitting, financing and construction. We have years of experience in assisting clients with the issues that arise under federal, state and, most frequently, local laws and regulations.
- Personal InjuryIn June 2004, Harry accepted a position as a Senior Trial Attorney with OneBeacon Insurance Company and practiced there until OneBeacon closed its staff counsel office in Maine. Since joining the firm on January 1, 2008, Harry has developed an extensive personal injury practice utilizing his experience as defense counsel. Harry has established a broad referral base from other attorneys representing injured parties across the State.
- Auto Accidents
- Estate PlanningIn recent months Woodman Edmands has added several new attorneys, and Center said the firm expects to recruit more. Well-known real estate attorney Rick Hull merged his practice with the firm. Also, attorneys Jayden Walton and Kaleigh Gorman joined the firm. Walton focuses her practice on real estate, business and estate planning, while Gorman concentrates on family law, civil litigation and estate planning.
- WillsPrior to joining Woodman Edmands, Jeff developed a broad civil law practice during more than 20 years as a sole practitioner in Kennebunk, Maine, and as owner and manager of Kennebunk Title Company. He has significant experience advising and representing individuals, families and businesses in a variety of complex legal matters, with a focus on real estate, business, estate planning (wills and trusts) and probate of estates. He handles all aspects of real estate law and practice, representing buyers, sellers and lenders in residential and commercial titles and closings, as well as assisting investors and developers. His practice also includes litigation of real estate disputes such as boundary and right-of-way disputes, zoning appeals, and landlord/tenant matters. Jeff has an active business and corporate practice, and particularly enjoys assisting entrepreneurs and business clients to organize, start up and grow their businesses in Maine and beyond.
- TrustsHis present practice primarily involves estate planning for individuals and families, and the administration of complex and sophisticated trusts and estates. Bob has extensive experience with the drafting and preparation of wills and dealing with probate matters and the drafting and preparation of various types of trusts and their administration. His practice involves a particular emphasis on preserving family properties and establishing and advising family limited liability companies and partnerships.
- Power of Attorney
- Probate
- ForeclosureHe currently serves on Arundel’s Board of Selectmen, an office he has held since 1992. Tom is also a former director for the York County Community Action Corporation. He has otherwise been actively involved in the community as a coach for youth and high school basketball and baseball. Tom practices in a variety of litigation areas including personal injury, construction disputes, real estate conflicts, will contests, divorce, foreclosures, evictions and employment matters. He is listed on the roster of Arbitrators for the Maine Superior Court and has served as a mediator in various areas within the scope of his practice, successfully settling over 200 cases. Tom is a member of the Maine State Bar Association and the Maine Trial Lawyers Association.