Attorneys

  • John K. Hamer

    John K. Hamer, Esq., partner at Rudman Winchell, focuses his practice in employment law, labor law, municipal and administrative law, appeals, and workers’ compensation. With nearly 30 years of experience, John advises both public and private sector clients. His practice encompasses a diverse array of legal facets, including but not limited to discrimination claims, wage…

  • Kristy M. Hapworth

    Kristy M. Hapworth, Esq., partner at Rudman Winchell, is a dedicated attorney and an integral part of our legal team. Kristy brings an extensive background in Estate Planning and a commitment to providing tailored legal solutions to high net worth individuals and business owners. For more than 7 years, Kristy has focused her practice primarily…

  • Michael A. Hockenbury

    Mike practices within the Corporate and Business Practices Group and General Civil Litigation. He handles complex commercial litigation, real estate disputes, and professional malpractice matters. Corporate clients rely on him to represent them in business tort claims, contract disputes and corporate governance issues.Mike also represents various financial institutions dealing with creditors’ rights and the recovery…

  • Timothy A. Pease

    Tim Pease is a highly experienced attorney, business executive, and community leader with over two decades of practice in municipal law, land use, and administrative law. Tim, the Firm’s current Managing Partner, is adept at building relationships naturally and quickly, motivating teams to accomplish shared goals, and effectively developing and promoting strategies to solve complex…

  • Anthony D. Pellegrini

    Anthony D. Pellegrini is a highly accomplished attorney and a partner at Rudman Winchell, specializing in Estate Planning, Intellectual Property (including Patent and Trademark Law, Copyright, and Trade Secrets), Immigration, and Contracts. With over three decades of legal experience, Anthony is committed to providing exceptional legal counsel and tailored solutions to clients in Maine. Anthony…

  • Hans S. Peterson

    With over 20 years of exceptional legal practice, Hans S. Peterson specializes in an extensive array of areas, notably focusing on commercial real estate, corporate law, business advisement, and commercial law. He brings comprehensive expertise to clients across diverse sectors in Maine’s business and non-profit landscape. Hans Peterson is well-known for his skill in negotiating…

  • Caitlyn S. Smith

    Caitlyn S. Smith is a talented litigator and the Practice Leader of the litigation group at Rudman Winchell. With a career dedicated to litigation, Caitlyn brings nearly a decade of astute experience in advocating for her clients. Her primary areas of practice are Family and Criminal Law, where she exhibits a relentless commitment to achieving…

  • Anthony A. Trask

    Anthony A. Trask has been a trial lawyer for more than 20 years. His practice focuses on family law, criminal defense, and disputes involving contracts and property. Although Tony spends most of his time in central and eastern Maine, his practice is truly statewide. He has handled cases in all of Maine’s 16 counties, which…

  • Stephen W. Wagner

    Stephen Wagner is a dedicated attorney with a passion for serving his clients. As a key member of Rudman Winchell’s Municipal and Land Use practice, Stephen brings extensive experience and a client-centric approach to his practice. Stephen’s journey into the legal profession was guided by a deep-rooted interest in land use and environmental law. His…

  • Candace T. Augustine

    Candace T. Augustine, Esq., brings a vibrant spirit and more than a decade of legal expertise to Rudman Winchell. Her passion for aiding individuals in navigating the complexities of law stems from her genuine commitment to improving lives through estate planning and elder law. Candace’s legal journey began at Western State College of Law in…