Starr Family Law & Mediation - Portland, ME

Compassionate Family Law and Mediation Services 🏛️

Starr Family Law & Mediation is a boutique law firm based in Portland, Maine, dedicated exclusively to the practice of family law. Founded by Attorney Danielle Starr, the firm offers a sophisticated yet personal approach to resolving domestic disputes. Before establishing her own practice, Danielle was a partner in the Family Law Group at a major regional law firm, where she gained extensive experience handling high-stakes and complex cases. Now, she brings that big-firm expertise to a more intimate setting, helping individuals and families navigate divorce and separation with dignity and clear strategic direction 🤝.

A Focus on Resolution and Advocacy ⚖️

The firm is built on the belief that family legal matters require not just legal knowledge, but also emotional intelligence and financial acumen. Starr Family Law & Mediation offers a range of services tailored to the specific needs of each client.

• Divorce and Separation: Representing clients in all aspects of divorce, including asset division, spousal support, and complex financial analysis. The firm handles both contested litigation and amicable settlements.
• Mediation Services: As a trained and certified mediator, Danielle Starr acts as a neutral third party to help couples reach mutually beneficial agreements outside of court. This process often saves time, money, and emotional stress 🕊️.
• Child Custody and Parenting Plans 🧸: Crafting child-centric arrangements that prioritize the well-being of children. Danielle also serves as a Guardian ad Litem (GAL), giving her a deep understanding of how courts view the best interests of the child.
• Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements: detailed drafting of agreements that protect assets and provide clarity for the future, allowing couples to enter or continue their marriage with confidence.
• Collaborative Law: Utilizing a team-based approach to resolve disputes respectfully and privately, without the threat of litigation.

Trusted Legal Counsel

Attorney Danielle Starr is admitted to practice in both Maine and Massachusetts. She is recognized for her dedication to her clients and the legal community, having been selected to the Super Lawyers Rising Stars list and named one of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch. She is also a recipient of the Katahdin Counsel Recognition for her commitment to pro bono work. Whether you need a fierce advocate in the courtroom or a skilled mediator to guide you to a peaceful resolution, Starr Family Law & Mediation provides the experienced counsel you need to move forward 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦.