STEVE SMITH Trial Lawyers

06/04/2026

Mount Desert Island, Maine — The family of a teenage student has filed a lawsuit alleging that Mount Desert Island High School and school officials failed to protect her from a foreseeable violent assault on October 3, 2024, despite advanced warning that the situation was dangerous and likely to continue when the school bus arrived […]

Mount Desert Island, Maine — The family of a teenage student has filed a lawsuit alleging that Mount Desert Island High School and school officials failed to protect her from a foreseeable violent assault on October 3, 2024, despite advanced warning that the situation was dangerous and likely to c...

06/02/2026

When parents separate, adults often focus on lawyers, court dates, money, and logistics. Children, however, experience divorce in a very different way. They see tense conversations, hear raised voices, and feel the ground shifting beneath their everyday lives. A group of kids in a divorce support program put those feelings into words, creating a handwritten […]

When parents separate, adults often focus on lawyers, court dates, money, and logistics. Children, however, experience divorce in a very different way. They see tense conversations, hear raised voices, and feel the ground shifting beneath their everyday lives. A group of kids in a divorce support pr...

05/28/2026

Do you need to have physical evidence to prosecute a crime?

It may come as a surprise to some, but simple testimony is valid as evidence.

Though this may make your case feel more intimidating, that doesn't mean there is no possibility for defense. Call Steve Smith Trial Lawyers at 207-622-3711 and see what your options are.

05/26/2026

Memorial Day has passed, but our reflections have not. As a veteran-owned Maine law firm, this day holds deep personal meaning for our team.

We pause to honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country and to recognize the loved ones they left behind. Their courage and sacrifice are the reason we enjoy the freedoms we work to protect every day, both in and out of the courtroom.

For those of us who have worn the uniform, Memorial Day is not just a long weekend; it is a time to remember friends, colleagues, and heroes who did not come home. Their names, their stories, and their families stay with us.

From all of us here, thank you to those who made the ultimate sacrifice. We remember you, we honor you, and we strive to serve our community in a way that is worthy of your legacy.

05/21/2026

Small legal issues rarely stay small.
From your first hire to your next big contract, the risks pile up quietly in the background while you’re busy running the business.

That’s where we come in. Steve Smith Trial Lawyers helps Maine companies stress-test their documents, policies, and growth plans so they’re ready for the moments that actually matter: disputes, investigations, and high‑stakes negotiations.

If you’re not sure whether your legal foundation can handle your next move, let’s talk.

05/19/2026

We are honored to have Dr. Owen Pickus as a part of our team. He brings us a unique advantage in being both an attorney and a physician.

Owen spent over 40 years as a practicing physician, specializing in internal medicine, hematology, and oncology. He served more than 22 years on the University of New England Board, chaired the State Advisory Board for AIDS and HIV under Governor McKernan, and became a trusted medical voice on WGME’s ‘Ask the Doctor’ and WGAN Radio’s ‘Healthline.’

In 2004, Dr. Pickus earned his J.D. from the University of Maine School of Law. Since then, he has devoted his career to representing victims of medical negligence, leveraging his extensive medical background to dissect records, expose errors, and build cases that withstand the fiercest scrutiny in court.

Dr. Pickus has secured some of the largest malpractice settlements in Maine history, including a $9.7 million malpractice verdict in a high-profile litigation for a woman whose cancer screenings were misread.

Today, as a part of Steve Smith Trial Lawyers, Dr. Pickus continues to bring unrivaled medical and legal expertise to every case. His ability to convert complex medical data into compelling, judge-ready, and jury-moving arguments sets him apart as one of the most effective and authoritative trial attorneys in the state.

Read more about Owen here: https://americantrialgroup.com/team/owen-pickus-esq/

05/15/2026

Attending the Maine Entrepreneurs Summit 2026 earlier this week offered a compelling look at the future of Maine business, innovation, and economic growth. At Steve Smith Trial Lawyers, we were proud to help sponsor this year’s summit and support an event that continues to elevate entrepreneurship in Maine. Thank you to all the other sponsors […]

Steve Smith Trial Lawyers proudly sponsored the Maine Entrepreneurs Summit 2026. Learn about Maine's growing business landscape and this year's award winners.

05/12/2026

Commentary by David Gordon, Local Counsel of Record Recent developments in the case involving Nicholas Blanchard and the Augusta Board of Education mark a consequential moment for free speech protections at public meetings not only in Maine, but potentially well beyond its borders. What began as a dispute over public comment procedures has grown into […]

Commentary by David Gordon, Local Counsel of Record Recent developments in the case involving Nicholas Blanchard and the Augusta Board of Education mark a consequential moment for free speech protections at public meetings not only in Maine, but potentially well beyond its borders. What began as a d...

05/06/2026

In our family law practice, we often deal with high-net-worth individuals who are successful professionals or business owners. When a business is part of a divorce, one important valuation issue is whether some portion of the company’s value should be treated as personal goodwill rather than a divisible business asset. In Maine, courts have distinguished […]

In our family law practice, we often deal with high-net-worth individuals who are successful professionals or business owners. When a business is part of a divorce, one important valuation issue is whether some portion of the company’s value should be treated as personal goodwill rather than a div...

05/05/2026

In the 6 years since Steve Smith Trial Lawyers was founded, we have expanded our reach to over 5 states, with more actively in the works. This is in part due to our ability to work remotely.

We frequently help clients across the nation by collaborating with local counsel, as well as temporary licenses in a state, called 'pro hac vice'.

Milva Smith, our Director of Special Projects, discusses how important remote work is to our firm. We're grateful that technology has evolved to allow us this capability, and look forward to our continuing expansion.