Business Details
43 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Bangor, Maine
Gray & Palmer is a law firm dedicated to protecting clients' rights through comprehensive legal representation. Founded in 1983, our firm has grown from a real estate-focused practice to a multidisciplinary team serving individuals, families, and businesses across Maine. With over 60 years of combined experience, attorneys C. Peter Bos and William N. Palmer prioritize personalized service while maintaining the expertise expected from seasoned legal professionals. We specialize in bankruptcy, personal injury, family law, real estate transactions, criminal defense, and estate planning, offering strategic solutions tailored to each client's unique needs.Our local roots in Bangor, Maine, enable us to understand community-specific legal challenges while delivering results-driven advocacy. We operate with transparency, ensuring clients remain informed throughout every case. Our commitment extends beyond courtrooms, focusing on long-term client relationships built on trust and accountability. By combining partner-level experience with small-firm accessibility, we deliver high-quality legal services without compromising personal attention. Our team remains dedicated to evolving with Maine's legal landscape to better serve our clients' changing needs.
Services
Bankruptcy Law
Personal Injury
Family Law
Real Estate Law
Criminal Defense
Estate Planning
Business Law
Probate Administration
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer over 60 years of combined legal experience in Maine courts
- Our attorneys have served Bangor-area clients since the 1980s
- We handle complex cases across 7+ practice areas including bankruptcy and personal injury
- We provide personalized representation with small-firm accessibility
- We maintain a proven track record in both litigation and alternative dispute resolution
Services
Bankruptcy Law
We help individuals and businesses navigate Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy filings to achieve debt relief. Our attorneys review financial situations thoroughly to determine optimal strategies for fresh starts. With decades of experience in Maine bankruptcy courts, we protect clients from creditor actions while ensuring compliance with federal bankruptcy codes.
Personal Injury
Our firm represents clients injured in auto, motorcycle, and truck accidents, as well as medical malpractice and wrongful death cases. We negotiate with insurance companies to secure fair compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. With a contingency fee structure, clients pay nothing unless we win their case.
Family Law
We handle divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, support modifications, and adoption cases. Our attorneys prioritize clients' family needs while protecting legal rights throughout the process. We offer mediation services to resolve disputes amicably while preparing for courtroom advocacy when necessary.
Real Estate Law
Our practice covers residential and commercial real estate transactions since 1983. We assist with purchase agreements, title transfers, lease preparations, and property disputes. Our local knowledge of Maine's real estate regulations ensures smooth transactions for buyers, sellers, and landlords.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans including wills, trusts, and probate strategies. Our attorneys guide clients through asset protection, guardianship designations, and end-of-life planning. We also assist executors with probate administration to ensure estates are settled according to Maine law.
People
C. Peter Bos
Attorney
Practicing law since joining Gray & Palmer in 1984, Peter Bos brings decades of experience in real estate transactions, business law, and estate planning. His client-focused approach combines thorough legal analysis with practical solutions for individuals and businesses across Maine.
William N. Palmer
Attorney
A Bangor native with over 40 years of legal experience, William Palmer specializes in personal injury litigation, criminal defense, and family law. His deep understanding of local courts and commitment to client advocacy has earned him recognition as a leading attorney in northern Maine.
Questions
What areas of law does Gray & Palmer handle?
We practice in bankruptcy, personal injury, family law, real estate, criminal defense, estate planning, business law, and probate administration across five Maine counties.
Do you offer free consultations?
We provide initial consultations to discuss your case details, though formal representation requires attorney-client agreement. Contact us to schedule an appointment.
How long have you served the Bangor community?
Since 1983, our firm has provided legal services to Bangor residents, with attorneys maintaining continuous practice in the area for over four decades.
What payment options are available?
We offer contingency fees for personal injury cases and traditional hourly billing for other services. Payment plans may be available upon discussion with your attorney.
Can you help with out-of-county cases?
While we primarily serve five Mid-Maine counties, we represent clients throughout Maine and regularly appear in courts across the state.
