Maine Estate Planning

Making a Will in Maine

A will can help you protect your family and your property.

Make a Living Trust in Maine

Learn how to make a living trust in Maine.

Intestate Succession in Maine

If you die without a will in Maine, your assets will go to your closest relatives under state intestate succession laws.

Maine Restrictions on Who Can Serve as Executor

Learn the rules about who can be your personal representative in Maine.  

Maine Estate Tax

If you leave behind more than $6.01 million, your estate might owe Maine estate tax.

Maine Power of Attorney Laws

A durable POA allows someone to to help you with your financial matters if you ever become incapacitated—here's how to make one in Maine.

Avoiding Probate in Maine

Probate court proceedings (during which a deceased person's assets are transferred to the people who inherit them) can be long, costly, and confusing.

Probate Shortcuts in Maine

Maine offers some probate shortcuts for "small estates." These procedures make it easier for survivors to transfer property left by a person who has died.

Maine's Death With Dignity Act

Find out what the requirements are for obtaining a prescription for life-ending medication under Maine’s law.

Burial and Cremation Laws in Maine

Everything you need to know about burial and cremation in Maine.

Maine Home Funeral Laws

Learn the rules that govern home funerals in Maine.