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 on Estate Planning, Wealth Transfer Planning, Asset Protection Planning, and Estate and Trust Administration. She specializes in complex tax planning and navigating intricate legal matters for high net worth clients and business owners. Kristy has been recognized by Best Lawyers: Once to Watch in Trusts & Estates and Trust & Estates Litigation for the past three years.

Dedicated to understanding her clients’ unique needs and goals, Kristy works diligently to deeply understand each client’s individual needs. Her warm, inquisitive approach creates a comfortable environment where clients freely discuss personal, financial, and family-related aspects crucial for comprehensive estate planning. Kristy’s commitment to tailored plans and a client-centric approach sets her apart, providing individualized solutions to safeguard her clients’ legacies.

Kristy began her legal journey by graduating summa cum laude from the University of Maine School of Law in 2016, building a strong foundation for her successful legal career. Kristy is admitted to practice law in Maine and in the U.S. District Court, District of Maine.

Actively engaged in legal communities, Kristy has been a member of the Maine State Bar and the Penobscot County Bar Association since beginning her career in 2016. She exhibits commitment to professional development, serving on the John Waldo Ballou Inn of Court’s Board of Directors and as a member of the Maine Advisory Committee on Probate Rules.

Kristy is also a dedicated member of the community, sitting on the Board of Trustees for the Maine Central Institute, an academy in Pittsfield and her alma mater, and she previously served as a member of the Select Board for the Town of Burnham for six years.

Kristy’s success stems from her detailed and thoughtful nature, combined with a practical, solution-oriented approach to estate planning. Her even-tempered and understanding demeanor fosters a comfortable environment for her clients. Beyond her legal pursuits, Kristy is an avid, lifetime candlepin bowler, frequently traveling across New England and Canada to participate in tournaments. She also likes to spend time with her family at their camp.

For comprehensive estate planning solutions tailored to your unique circumstances, Kristy M. Hapworth, Esq., offers her expertise and personalized attention. Contact our firm today to schedule a consultation and entrust your legacy to a dedicated legal professional.