
Refer a Case with Confidence
For decades, attorneys across Maine and beyond have referred high-stakes injury cases to Berman & Simmons. Whatever your reason for making a referral, you can be confident that we will bring our unique skills, experience, and resources to carefully evaluate each potential case. We understand that it is a marker of trust to refer someone to another law firm, and we honor that by ensuring all prospective clients are treated respectfully and compassionately.
We have experience handling case referrals under all of the following situations:
- Referrals from attorneys in other practice areas who have a client, friend, or family member in need of a personal injury, sex abuse, or medical malpractice attorney;
- Referrals from personal injury attorneys who find themselves faced with a catastrophic injury case that will require a high level of resources and expertise to pursue;
- Referrals from out-of-state attorneys who need a trusted partner to pursue a case in Maine.
Referral Fee Sharing
Berman & Simmons handles cases on a contingent fee basis, which means having us evaluate a potential case is at no cost to you or the people you refer for our firm. When we agree to pursue a potential case for a client you refer to us, our contingent fee agreement shares legal fees with referring attorneys consistent with the Maine Rules of Professional Conduct adopted by the Maine Supreme Judicial Court.
Referring cases to Berman & Simmons is a mutually-beneficial arrangement that ensures clients ends up in capable hands. Many referring attorneys have found that referring potential cases to Berman & Simmons is an effective way to grow and leverage their own legal practices. In 2024 alone, Berman & Simmons shared more than $9 million in referral fees with other attorneys.
If you have a friend, family member, or client who is facing a serious personal injury, sex abuse, or medical malpractice case, let us provide the support you need. The success of these cases is our shared goal.
Learn more about leveraging client referrals to maximize outcomes.
Referring Attorney Resources
Berman & Simmons publishes an annual guide to Maine’s Statutes of Limitations as a valuable resource for our referring attorneys. You are welcome to download a copy of the 2025 edition (updated December 2024) through the following link:
Download our Maine Statutes of Limitation Reference Guide (Updated 12/2024)
Testimonials by Referring Attorneys
“I received a copy of your draft demand letter to the Insurance adjuster. I was very impressed at the thoroughness of the letter. As the referring attorney it is nice to know that the case is being aggressively and competently pursued. Thank you for your great work.”
― Kevin G. Powers, Esq., Powers, Jodoin, Margolis & Mantell
“I couldn’t have referred a better attorney to take on my client’s case. The knowledge, detail and human touch you put into this case shows a passion and commitment that far exceeds other practitioners. The video was the best! I also liked the way you used my client’s own words in describing what happened that day in the demand letter – moving and real! Thank you for your excellent work and for looking out for my client!”
― Central Maine Solo Practitioner
When the Stakes are High, We Deliver Results
Our client reviews showcase the skills, advocacy, compassion, and work ethic we bring to every case to achieve the best results.
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“Craig has consistently been a person who demonstrates a high level of integrity, expertise and a deep commitment to serving others.”- Melanie N.
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“A huge thank you to Abbey and her team for being there for my family as we went through a terrible tragedy. We couldn’t have done it without her and her compassion and understanding.”- Holly F.
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“Chuck is without a doubt one of the most brilliant, compassionate, and determined attorneys with one of the highest standards of integrity that I have ever met.”- Lisa M.
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“You are a class act and I appreciate the time, care, and expertise you have always put in each and every piece of advice you’ve provided to me along the way!”- Reichen K.
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“I was lucky to connect with Susan Faunce and she was wonderful. She treated me with the utmost respect and kindness and was able to secure a generous settlement on my behalf.”- Jamie M.
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“Elizabeth is one of the smartest and most passionate attorneys I know. She is quick-thinking, honest, and creative, and I would trust her with my life.”- Karlene A.

Meet Our Attorneys
As powerful advocates for civil justice, we fight tirelessly for our clients, winning high-stakes, complex cases, where our team’s expertise and unmatched skills make all the difference.
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Susan A. Faunce Attorney, Shareholder
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Michael T. Bigos Attorney, Shareholder
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Travis M. Brennan Attorney, Shareholder
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Timothy M. Kenlan Attorney, Shareholder
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Elizabeth A. Kayatta Attorney, Shareholder
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Charles P. Hehmeyer Attorney, Shareholder
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Craig A. Bramley Attorney, Shareholder
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Christopher C. Boots Attorney
