Estate Planning in Maine

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Thoughtful, Practical Legal Planning — Built Around You

At Paul O. Dillon Attorney at Law, estate planning is more than paperwork — it’s a conversation about your life, your priorities, and your family’s future. We help individuals, families, and business owners across Maine create plans that reflect their values and reduce the burden on loved ones down the road.



Whether you need a simple will, a complex trust, or a full strategy for tax and asset protection, we're here to guide you step by step.

Your Life. Your Plan. Your Legacy.

Why Estate Planning Matters

Most people don’t realize they already have an estate plan — it’s just the one the State of Maine provides through its laws of intestacy. But that plan may not reflect your values, wishes, or best interests. When you create your own plan, you remain in control of how your assets are distributed, who makes decisions on your behalf, and how your legacy is preserved.

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How We Help

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1. Wills & Last Testament Guidance

Your will is a foundational tool — but it’s not the whole story. We’ll help you build a comprehensive plan that includes guardianship, asset distribution, and more.
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2. Revocable & Irrevocable Trusts

Avoid probate, protect privacy, reduce taxes, and ensure long-term management of your estate with tailored trust structures suited to your needs.
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3. Durable Powers of Attorney

We draft durable financial powers of attorney to ensure your affairs are managed if you’re ever unable to act on your own behalf.
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4. Advance Healthcare Directives

We prepare legally binding documents that empower someone you trust to make medical decisions when you can’t — and ensure your wishes are known.
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5. Special Needs Planning

We create trusts and structures to protect public benefit eligibility and ensure long-term care for loved ones with disabilities.
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6. Farm & Business Succession

Paul is highly experienced in helping families plan for passing down farmland, businesses, and multi-generational assets.

Our Process

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Every estate plan starts with what matters most: your people, your priorities, and your future. Here’s how we work together to create a plan that fits your life:

People
  • Who matters most to you? Spouse, children, grandchildren, parents, siblings — and maybe even your church, a favorite charity, or a beloved pet. This is where we begin: with the people you care about and the impact you want to make.
Property
  • Next, we review your assets — what you own, how it’s held, and what should be protected. From homes and investments to life insurance and business interests, we help you organize what you have without diving into every document right away.
Plans
  • Then, we talk about how you want those people and assets cared for — during your lifetime and after. Who should make decisions for you? How should your estate be passed on? Do you want to avoid probate, reduce taxes, or support a cause you love? This step turns your values into action.
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FAQs

  • Do I need both a will and a trust?

    It depends. We'll walk you through which tools match your needs and why.

  • Does a will help avoid probate?

    No — in fact, a will goes through probate. Trusts are the most common tool to avoid court involvement.

  • What’s the benefit of a durable power of attorney?

    It allows a trusted person to manage your finances if you're incapacitated, preventing disruption.

  • What if I already have an estate plan?

    We review existing plans and update them to reflect changes in your life, family, or the law.

  • What age should I start estate planning?

    Anyone over 18 should at least have powers of attorney and healthcare documents in place.

  • How often should I update my plan?

    Whenever there's a major life event — marriage, divorce, new children, or financial changes.

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Every great plan begins with a conversation. If you're ready to protect your legacy, reduce legal uncertainty, or simply get your affairs in order — we’re here to help.