Family Law

• Divorce
  Taking this step alone, however, is not a good idea. Most people have little to no experience with the law. Making post-divorce agreements and post-judgment agreements on your own could lead to disaster. It’s easy to overlook important details or forget entire steps, creating real problems when unaddressed issues come up later.
• Child Support
  When two parents get a divorce, or when a single parent has custody of a child and needs financial assistance from the other parent, child support can be decided between the two parents or ordered by a family court judge.
• Child Custody and Visitation
  In Maine, the term "parental rights and responsibilities" is often used interchangeably with the term " child custody." MRS 19-A § 1653 outlines the rights and responsibilities required of parents who are unmarried, separated, or divorced.
• Guardianship
  We can also assist interested parties to an estate in probate litigation matters. Common reasons for probate litigation include will contests, breach of an executor’s fiduciary duty, guardianship disputes, and related matters. For any legal challenge you wish to pursue or must respond to, we can provide the civil litigation services you require.
• Spousal Support
  Our practice in these areas also includes complicated issues involving spousal support, pensions, and business interests. This area is certainly one in which having an attorney who cares personally is critical as is having an attorney who will, while allowing the other side to see "red", remain above the fray, well able to direct the critical actions and decision making which are crucial to a successful result. In the family area, I have regularly presented at Continuing Legal Education seminars and have published articles, nationally, in the area as well.

Criminal Law

• Criminal Defense
  Are you searching for an experienced Maine lawyer? Moncure & Barnicle provides outstanding service and representation in a number of legal areas ranging from accident and injury law to workers' rights and criminal defense. No matter what practice area your case falls under, you can be certain that our firm will treat you and your case with respect, care, and urgency. Your lawyer will work with you directly and can use his or her extensive knowledge and experience to handle your case and achieve a satisfactory outcome.
• DUI/DWI
• Wrongful Death
  *Â Personal Injury/Plaintiff's Representation:Â We are not "TV" attorneys and the bulk of our cases in this area are by referral from past clients or other attorneys. I have resolved cases including those involving wrongful death, serious personal injury, and legal malpractice, with a range of individual resolutions from $25,000.00 to $350,000.00 and $500,000.00.
• Traffic Violations

Business and Corporate Law

• Corporate Law
  Moncure & Barnicle can provide the sophisticated legal representation you require to resolve a corporate law dispute. Our legal support for your company can help you avoid the unnecessary consequences of a legal challenge against it. We can also help you achieve the best possible outcome when you need to pursue legal action to protect your interests from a defendant’s infringements on your rights or property.
• Business Disputes
  Your company is more than your source of income – it’s the manifestation of your hard work, dedication, and maybe even your dreams. Protecting your business is important to you, especially when you’re confronted by another party’s trespasses or allegations against your company. When you need to protect what’s most important to you, we can help.
• Business Transactions
  I am not a 9-5 lawyer because that is not necessarily when my clients need me. It is often the case that in litigation or even in the context of business transactions, clients are not (because they are in the middle of the fight) able to objectively evaluate their own best interests. I am able to do that without inserting myself personally as is too often the case. Often when an attorney becomes "personal" with the other side or other attorney, it literally takes one's eye off the proverbial "ball".
• Intellectual Property

Employment Law

• Workers Compensation
  In order to maximize your net recovery, you should use any other insurance you have access to including your own health insurance, medical payments insurance coverage from your own automobile policy, Medicare or Mainecare, and workers' compensation insurance if your injury occurred while you were on the job and the injury was caused by a third party.

Property Law

• Real Estate Litigation
  "I always tell everyone that when it comes to real estate matters - buying, selling, condos, title problems, working with lenders -- your expert assistance is the best."
• Premises Liability
• Real Estate Transactions
  Hello John - I wanted to say how pleased I have been with the services of the title company connected with your law office, Pejepscot Title and your manager there, Nicole Chipman. Whenever possible, I have chosen to use your company for real estate transactions for over 20 years now, and the closings all come together very smoothly. As a real estate broker for over 3 decades, I know all the service providers quite well and it's in my interest to recommend those who will serve my clients best, and you never let me down -although we've had some VERY DIFFICULT transactions. You and Nicole make it all look so easy. My wife and I use you for our own personal business, too, and Nicole's extra effort to help us buy the foreclosed home this year was truly AMAZING. I always tell everyone that when it comes to real estate matters - buying, selling, condos, title problems, working with lenders -- your expert assistance is the best. Thanks for everything and I'll be talking to you about the next transaction soon!
• Easement
• Land Use and Zoning
• Property Damage
  If it can be determined that your accident was the direct result of someone else's negligence, you may be able to recover damages to pay for your healing process. This can cover not just physical trauma such as broken bones and property damage, but also emotional suffering and distress. With the help of our Maine car accident lawyers, you can fight for the just restitution and support you deserve for your pain and suffering.

Health Law

• Personal Injury
  A personal injury is one suffered as a direct result of another person's negligence. At our firm in Maine, our personal injury attorneys offer premier legal representation to those who have been injured from someone's reckless behavior or actions. As experienced legal advocates, we understand what you are going through after suffering an injury.
• Auto Accidents

Trusts and Estates

• Estate Planning
  Moncure & Barnicle can provide the legal assistance you need. When you need to secure your family’s future, we can provide the guidance and support necessary to help you complete the estate planning process. We can help you create a will, establish a trust, and prepare other crucial estate planning documents. We can also assist those who must deal with a loved one’s estate during the probate process.
• Wills
• Trusts
  Without a will, such property would have to go through intestate succession, which can prolong probate and determine certain inheritances by law, not your preferences. Backing up your living trust with a will – such as a pour-over will – can help you rest assured that nothing is overlooked.
• Power of Attorney
  A living will and/or a health care power of attorney, which provides guidance with end of life decisions in accordance with your instructions.
• Probate
  "As a Government and Economics double major interested in law school, I was excited to begin working as a Moncure and Barnicle intern in October 2021. While my coursework at Bowdoin has provided a theoretical understanding of law, Moncure and Barnicle has taught me family, corporate, torts, real estate, and probate law in practice. Jack has provided me with the unique opportunity to take on paralegal tasks as an undergraduate. These have included forensic accounting of personal and business accounts, critical examination of witness and expert testimonies, summarizing medical reports, and other discovery projects. My paralegal duties also include filing annual reports with the Maine Secretary of State and speaking with potential clients. In addition, I assist with filing, internal and external communications, intern payroll, and other administrative tasks. Jack, Amy, and Paul have provided extensive mentorship specific to each case, and regarding general legal processes and professionalism. I have also been able to build relationships with Maine families and businesses.

Finance Law

• Foreclosure
  * General Litigation, Real Estate Litigation, Business Representation, and Probate Litigation:  I have handled a very diverse array of litigation cases to trial including heavily contested real estate partition cases, boundary disputes, title actions, commercial foreclosure  defense cases and easement disputes. For over 20 years, we have provided outside counsel to one of the country's largest brewers, including representation in a variety of commercial issues, sometimes requiring a decision by a court or arbitrator. I regularly represent individuals as well as small to medium size companies, including a variety of construction contractors.