Communications & Media & More Attorney · Serving Portland, ME · 50+ Years Experience
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About Susan E. Hunter at a Glance
Susan E. Hunter is a Member based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Susan E. Hunter. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, tax, adr, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, District of Maine and U.S. Tax Court (1979). Educated at University of Maine School of Law (J.D., 1976) and Smith College (A.B., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Cumberland and Maine State and Fellow: American College of Trusts and Estates Counsel (Elected. Serves clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Susan E. Hunter
- Ms. Susan E. Hunter is a lawyer practicing communications & media, estate planning, probate and 2 other areas of law
- Susan received a A.B. degree from Smith College in 1970, and has been licensed for 50 years
- Susan practices at Susan E. Hunter in Portland, ME
Practice Areas Explained
Susan E. Hunter's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Susan E. Hunter handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Probate in Portland
Susan E. Hunter is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Maine →
Estate Planning & Probate in Portland
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Susan E. Hunter is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Maine →
Tax Law in Portland
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Susan E. Hunter is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Maine →
Mediation & Arbitration in Portland
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Susan E. Hunter is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Maine →
Entertainment & Sports Law in Portland
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
Susan E. Hunter is one of 45,619 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in Maine →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Portland
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 venue, 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.
Portland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Portland-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Portland Choose Susan E. Hunter
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Susan E. Hunter's practice in the field of probate, estate planning, tax, adr, and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Susan E. Hunter brings 50+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, estate planning, and tax, Susan E. Hunter can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Portland
A Portland-based practice means Susan E. Hunter attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Susan E. Hunter Handles in Portland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Susan E. Hunter has experience with under Maine law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Susan E. Hunter directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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