Berman & Simmons

We’re pleased to support Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Services for their 2nd annual “All in Fore Survivors” Golf Tournament on June 7 at Sugarloaf. This is an important fundraiser for their sexual assault support programming and Children's Advocacy Center. All proceeds will go directly to supporting survivors of sexual violence in Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford Counties. See comments for a link to register to join us! 

Let’s face it. No one wants to become our client. But to those who courageously put their trust in our hands after a serious personal injury, we wanted to express our thanks. As our testimonials attest, we take our client relationships very seriously and work diligently to help make their lives better. We value and appreciate our clients and we’re proud to serve them every day. 

At Berman & Simmons, we're proud to celebrate the accomplishments of our staff in all their passions. This weekend, come join us as we celebrate attorney Timothy Kenlan as one of the featured soloist in Midcoast Symphony Orchestra's final concert of the season. Performance Dates:      Saturday, May 18, 2024 - 7:00 p.m. - Franco Center in Lewiston with intermission music by pianist Michael Bostock, a senior at Waynflete School and recent winner of Bangor Symphony Orchestra's 43rd Annual Maine High School Concerto Competition      Sunday, May 19, 2024 - 2:30 p.m. - Orion Performing Arts Center in Topsham with FREE pre-concert event Sunday 1:30-2 p.m. Enjoy today’s concert music even more after an introduction by our program notes author, Mary Hunter, Professor of Music Emerita, Bowdoin College. She will also chat with MSO musicians Tim Kenlan and Billie Jo Brito, today’s soloists. More details linked below.

Berman & Simmons is pleased to congratulate the following attorneys named to the New England “Super Lawyers” list. Michael Bigos Travis Brennan Alicia Curtis Jodi Nofsinger Susan Faunce Charles Hehmeyer Miriam Johnson Daniel Kagan Elizabeth A. Kayatta The firm also applauds Timothy Kenlan, Christopher Boots and Abaigeal Ridge for being named to the New England Super Lawyers “Rising Stars” list.

Berman & Simmons is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join our personal injury practice group, specializing in complex cases and catastrophic injury. Along with related experience, applicants should have excellent academic credentials and strong research and writing skills. Experience as a case manager in a social service agency, trauma-informed professional, nurse case manager, or law enforcement investigator would be helpful in this specialized position. Our firm values empathy, compassion, and sensitivity in our interactions with clients and we are looking for someone who shares these values. FMI: See link in the comments.

We work tirelessly every day to be the best trial firm in Maine. Our clients often show their gratitude with a heartfelt testimonial like this one featuring attorney Hehmeyer.

Berman & Simmon has represented two families in separate cases concerning antique vehicles not properly inspected before use in public events, resulting in injury or death. On May 4th, another antique vehicle lost control at the Kennebunk May Day Parade, crashing into a float carrying children.   These potentially fatal oversights are preventable; and past failures should be used as learning opportunities to prevent future tragedies from occurring.   “Let’s do more to protect Mainers at cherished public outings.”   Link to Op-ed written by Attorney Daniel Kagan in the comments. 

Members of our Sexual Abuse Survivors Practice Group attended the Maine Coalition Against Sexual Assault (MECASA) Awards Ceremony in Augusta last week. Attorney Michael Bigos had an opportunity to speak and five of our clients received awards for their courage and bravery in bringing civil claims following Maine’s new law that expanded protections for victims of sexual abuse. Berman & Simmons was also recognized for its work in bringing accountability, healing, and justice to victims of child sexual abuse.

Heartwarming and bittersweet.   The re-opening of Just-In-Time Recreation after the tragic mass shootings in October is one mighty step in our community's healing and recovery process. These memorial bowling pins, made and donated by Garland Manufacturing Company, will poignantly serve as a reminder of the friends and neighbors we lost too soon.     Link to story in the comments. #lewistonmaine #LewistonStrong

We have helped countless clients in Maine and across New England receive the justice and compensation they deserve after serious injury. We’re always happy to hear how we’ve made a positive impact in their lives.