Atty. Barbara K. Wheaton

Atty. Barbara K. Wheaton

Ms. Barbara K.

Portland Portland 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Barbara K. Wheaton at a glance

Barbara K. Wheaton is a Partner based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Pierce Atwood LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, real estate, tax, and estate tax. Admitted to practice in Maine (1987) and State of Florida (2014). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1987) and Bowdoin College (A.B., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Barbara K. Wheaton is a lawyer practicing estate and trust administration, estate planning, estate and 2 other areas of law
  • Barbara received a A.B. degree from Bowdoin College in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Barbara practices at Pierce Atwood LLP in Portland, ME

Practice Areas Explained

Barbara K. Wheaton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barbara K. Wheaton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

Barbara K. Wheaton is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Maine →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Barbara K. Wheaton is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Maine →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Barbara K. Wheaton is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Maine →

Estate & Gift Tax

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maine

Practicing law in Maine. Legal matters in Maine are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Portland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maine state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maine brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Maine courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Barbara K. Wheaton

Where is Barbara K. Wheaton's law office located?
Barbara K. Wheaton's law practice is located in Portland, Maine. The firm is Pierce Atwood LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barbara K. Wheaton handle?
Barbara K. Wheaton focuses on trusts, estate planning, real estate, tax, estate tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maine.
How long has Barbara K. Wheaton practiced law?
Barbara K. Wheaton has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Barbara K. Wheaton go to law school?
Barbara K. Wheaton earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (A.B., 1984).
How can I contact Barbara K. Wheaton for a consultation?
You can contact Barbara K. Wheaton directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Barbara K. Wheaton received?
Barbara K. Wheaton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1987
A.B.
Bowdoin College
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maine
Admitted: 1987
State of Florida
Admitted: 2014

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