Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Caribou, Maine
Solman & Hunter, P.A. has provided trusted legal counsel in Aroostook County since 1938. Our firm combines decades of local experience with a commitment to practical solutions grounded in honesty and integrity. We serve clients across northern Maine in diverse practice areas including personal injury, family law, criminal defense, and real estate. Our attorneys bring specialized expertise in municipal law, estate planning, and corporate matters while maintaining a client-centered approach. We prioritize clear communication and personalized attention to achieve optimal outcomes for every case.As a multi-generational firm, we uphold the founding principles of excellence and community service established by our original attorneys. Our team includes seasoned professionals admitted in both Maine and Florida courts, with affiliations to local bar associations and title insurance organizations. We represent individuals and businesses in litigation, transactions, and regulatory matters, leveraging deep regional knowledge to address legal challenges effectively. Our office in Caribou serves as a central hub for clients throughout northern Maine's rural communities.
Services
Personal Injury
Criminal Defense
Family Law
Wills & Probate
Bankruptcy
Real Estate
Corporate Law
Social Security Disability
Details
- Year established: 1938
Highlights and features
- We offer 85+ years of combined legal experience in northern Maine
- Our attorneys maintain active roles in local community organizations
- We provide personalized attention to every case
- Our team includes specialists in municipal and real estate law
- We offer free initial consultations for all legal matters
Services
Personal Injury
We represent clients in personal injury cases arising from automobile accidents, slip-and-fall incidents, and wrongful death claims. Our attorneys negotiate with insurance companies and litigate cases to secure fair compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. With decades of experience in northern Maine courts, we provide strategic legal counsel tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
Criminal Defense
Our firm defends individuals facing criminal charges ranging from traffic violations to felony offenses. We protect clients' constitutional rights through thorough investigation, evidence analysis, and courtroom advocacy. Our approach combines aggressive defense strategies with opportunities for alternative sentencing where appropriate, maintaining confidentiality and minimizing personal and professional consequences for our clients.
Family Law
We handle all aspects of family law including divorce, child custody, support modifications, and property division. Our attorneys prioritize amicable resolutions through mediation while preparing for litigation when necessary. We focus on protecting clients' parental rights and financial interests while minimizing emotional distress during contentious family law proceedings in Aroostook County.
Wills & Probate
We assist clients with creating comprehensive estate plans through wills, trusts, and advance directives. Our probate services guide executors through Maine's estate administration process, handling asset distribution, debt settlement, and tax compliance. We specialize in complex probate matters and intergenerational wealth transfer strategies for families in northern Maine communities.
Bankruptcy
We provide debt relief solutions through Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy filings. Our attorneys evaluate clients' financial situations to determine the most appropriate bankruptcy option, protect exempt assets, and stop creditor harassment. We guide individuals and businesses through the bankruptcy process to achieve financial fresh starts while complying with federal and state bankruptcy laws.
People
Richard D. Solman
Partner
Practicing law since 1981 with focus on real estate and municipal law. Admitted in Maine and Florida, he represents multiple northern Maine towns and serves as title insurance agent for major national companies.
Scott G. Hunter
Partner
Family law specialist since 1990 with additional expertise in criminal defense and social security disability. Active in local governance as Caribou Parks Commissioner and Cary Medical Center board member.
Questions
What areas of law does Solman & Hunter handle?
We practice in personal injury, criminal defense, family law, wills/probate, bankruptcy, real estate, corporate law, and social security disability cases throughout northern Maine.
How can I schedule a consultation?
Contact our Caribou office at (207) 496-3031 during regular business hours to arrange a free initial consultation with one of our attorneys.
Do you represent clients outside Caribou?
Yes, we serve clients throughout Aroostook County including Presque Isle, Fort Fairfield, New Sweden, and Madawaska, with court appearances across northern Maine.
What payment options are available?
We offer competitive hourly rates and alternative fee arrangements where appropriate. Payment plans may be available for qualified clients.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our attorneys have over 80 combined years of legal experience in Maine courts, with practice areas spanning multiple generations of northern Maine legal matters.
