Port City Legal

I can't say enough good things about Port City Legal. They did an outstanding job for me. Joe's passing was such a shock. His professionalism, and kindness to both parties during a very hostile situation, showed so much class. I truly admired him. Erin , went above and beyond. She was not just a paralegal, she was a friend. The emotional support, she provide, kept me sane, and grounded. Her well spoken words, kept me focused, positive, and confident throughout such a troubling time. She is a real asset to the team.

I am a Connecticut resident; my wonderful Port City Legal attorney -- working with me over 2+ years via phone and email from up there in Maine on probate matters and rental real estate questions mainly -- is a knowledgeable, kind and eminently patient professional (believe me, I've *amply* tested the latter!): Maryellen Sullivan. I want to take this opportunity to highly recommend attorney Sullivan -- thus also PCL, for its lucky association with her! :-) If you need an attorney who is very responsive and easy to communicate with, who will do right by you whatever your situation, and refer you to someone else good should you have a particularly specialized issue that is somehow not within her realm of expertise -- please give Maryellen a try. I know that I, for one, am glad that I found her! (Thanks so much as always, Maryellen! -- and my thanks to Port City Legal, too; as a law firm you are to be commended for simply having had the good sense to bring somebody like her under your shingle!)

Recommend looking elsewhere. Having never gone through a legal action before it was difficult knowing when the process was going off the rails until my final judgement and the amount of time and money spent to get there with Port City Legal. Joe is very reassuring at initial meetings, but a very inexperienced lawyer took my case afterward and the case dragged out a year with an unfavorable result for me. To pursue further action would have cost me even more time and money that I had already lost. Do your research and demand progress dates be met. Do not assume you will be seen as a priority or that a highly experienced lawyer in the firm will be handling the bulk of your case.

I highly recommend Port City Legal for anyone needing assistance with a probate court issue. My attorney, Maryellen Sullivan, did a great job. She is very knowledgeable and professional. She was able to take care of my case with a favorable result which my family is very grateful for. Terri Stevens is her legal assistant and also was extremely helpful. We appreciate all they have done.

I had the very best experience with Port City Legal. I have a complex family law case, which also includes meeting with a lot of attorneys over the years. Attorney Lewis treated me and my case with the utmost professionalism, expertise, integrity, and compassion. He was always easy to communicate with, and very transparent. I was cared for, advocated for, and supported throughout my entire experience by the whole firm. Joe is a razor sharp skilled attorney who will fiercely advocate for what is right, striking a balance with exceptional legal strategy, and always place my child at the forefront of all decisions. Joe makes this look easy. However, there are so many times where there are paradoxes in the family law legal system, that make a singular focus almost impossible. With Joe, there are always possibilities and a pathway forward that keeps the integrity of the child's best interest at heart. He makes this into an art form. Erin and Taylor were absolutely amazing to me. Whenever I communicated with them, I felt supported with such warmth. They both knew my case, and are so efficient, professional, and willing to go above and beyond. During my two day trial, both Erin and Taylor were so incredibly supportive. They showed up for me in ways that exceed all expectations. I felt so nervous preparing and attending trial, and I felt like they were holding my hand throughout it all. I am forever grateful for Attorney Lewis accepting my case. Due to the legal challenges, and complexity of my case the end result took over two years to accomplish. Attorney Lewis and his team stayed dedicated, and determined to a favorable outcome. The striking difference between Port City Legal, and all of the other firms that I have encountered, is that Attorney Lewis and his team believed in me. There were times in my case, when I thought that I should give up. They were always there to comfort, support, and motivate me. This team helped me to keep my hope alive, when I needed it most. This kind of kindness is extremely rare in family law. It is easy to become jaded to the system, for both professionals and parents. Joe and his team rise above the challenges, and always forged a path forward. I give my highest recommendation to this firm. My outcome was beyond my wildest dreams. The team is so dedicated, and truly committed to the best interest of the family. Throughout the stress and tears of seemingly endless setbacks, Attorney Lewis would find a way to bring laughter and a smile to my face, and help me to shift my perspective. I am a better person for knowing and working with Joe and his team. Thank you so very much for your dedication, hard work, and heart that you gave my case. I cannot thank you enough. All the best, Brenda Bartucca