Michael J. "Mike" Donlan

Michael is a partner who maintains a wide-ranging litigation and trial practice in both state and federal court. Since joining Murray Plumb & Murray in 1995, he has honed his litigation and dispute resolution expertise, fueled by a love of building and making arguments. Michael’s practice has a particular focus on business, construction, real estate and probate matters. He also has extensive experience in the land use and zoning areas; has handled numerous boundary, easement, zoning...

For the past 20 years, Benjamin Gideon has been committed to representing injured victims in Maine and Northern New England. As a dedicated attorney at Gideon Asen LLC in Auburn, Maine , he has successfully secured multiple recoveries above $1 million across Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts. Ben has notable achievements in the field of civil rights law, medical malpractice , personal injury litigation , and product liability litigation for plaintiffs. He holds the record for t...

Ryan Kelley provides legal counsel to public and private companies regarding debt and equity financings, commercial transactions and bankruptcy and creditors’ rights matters. Ryan represents both lenders and borrowers in construction, acquisition, new markets tax credits, term and working capital financing transactions. His transactional experience also includes commercial matters such as the representation of franchisors and franchisees with respect to franchise matters, of manufacture...

As a shareholder in Bernstein Shur’s Real Estate Practice Group, Eliza represents timberland investment companies and wind energy developers on real estate-based projects in Maine and around the country. Her acute knowledge of all aspects of real estate transactions and financings, robust organizational and drafting skills, and calm demeanor under pressure are a boon to companies whose complex projects often involve multiple parties and many moving parts. Eliza’s previous experien...

Griff Leschefske’s practice centers on estate planning, charitable giving, and probate, trust, and fiduciary litigation, in which he represents individuals, families, fiduciaries, and institutional clients in all aspects of trust and estate planning, administration, and controversy. Griff also represents charitable organizations, educational institutions, and corporate clients with respect to planned giving and philanthropy matters. In his estate planning practice, Griff provides counse...

Susan S Bixby is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Susan S practices law in Portland, Maine Best Lawyers has recognized Susan S Bixby since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Susan S Bixby is held by other lawyers.

Abigail Barkwell is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) and Corporate Compliance Law. Abigail practices law in Portland, Maine Best Lawyers has recognized Abigail Barkwell since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Abigail Barkwell is held by other lawyers.

Andrew Sweeney is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Corporate Law. Andrew practices law in Portland, Maine Best Lawyers has recognized Andrew Sweeney since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Andrew Sweeney is held by other lawyers.

Eliza Nichols is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Trusts and Estates. Eliza practices law in Portland, Maine Best Lawyers has recognized Eliza Nichols since 2021. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Eliza Nichols is held by other lawyers.

John Moran's practice focuses primarily on mergers and acquisitions, strategic transactions, private financings, and general corporate matters. He represents acquirers and targets across a diverse range of industries, including hospitality and leisure, and guides clients through all phases of the deal cycle. John also advises businesses, higher education institutions, and individuals on liquor licensing and regulatory compliance matters and routinely contributes to the development of Maine's ...