ME Board of Overseers Decisions

Stephen D. Bither Law Practice Receiver Discharge Order

The Maine District Court has issued an order discharging Receiver Paula J. House, Esq., for the law practice of the late Stephen D. Bither. The order approves the Receiver's actions, including file retention and client property distribution, and authorizes payment for her services from the practice's and estate's funds.

Maine Court Orders Discharge of Law Practice Receivership

The Maine Supreme Judicial Court has ordered the discharge of the receiver for Lynne Williams' law practice. The court found that the co-receivers took reasonable steps to fulfill their obligations, including securing and shredding client files and distributing remaining funds to the Lawyers' Fund for Client Protection.

Attorney Seth T. Carey Reinstatement Recommendation

The Maine Grievance Commission has issued a report recommending conditions for the reinstatement of attorney Seth T. Carey, who is currently suspended under multiple court orders. The report details past ethical violations and the findings from a recent hearing on his petition for reinstatement.