Great group of people. Managed to get me a favorable outcome from a very bad situation. I would highly recommend this firm if you have legal troubles. Top notch performance!!
Owner and Managing Attorney William T. Bly has spent two decades building a law practice centered on the pursuit of justice with an unwavering commitment to his clients.
He is committed to fighting for individuals confronting legal challenges embodying the principles of integrity, compassion, and perseverance. The pursuit of justice transcends mere obligation. For Attorney Bly, it is a profound calling.
Representing clients in both federal and state courts, he has successfully defended individuals facing an array of charges, including manslaughter, aggravated felony assault, simple assault, criminal threatening with a deadly weapon, reckless conduct with a deadly weapon, domestic violence assault, possession of drugs, trafficking in drugs, conspiracy to traffic in drugs, serious sex assaults involving children, gross sexual assault, and child pornography cases.
Actively engaging in OUI seminars nationwide, Attorney Bly consistently expands his knowledge to provide optimal defenses for his clients. He has extensive experience litigating and trying drunk driving cases before Maine juries including OUI manslaughter, aggravated OUI, OUI involving serious accidents with bodily injury, high breath test OUI cases, OUI cases where a blood draw was performed, and driving under the influence of drugs.
After achieving a reputation as an unapologetically fierce trial attorney during his first decade of practicing law, he decided to pursue a higher level of trial advocacy and was accepted to the prestigious undergraduate and graduate programs of the Trial Lawyers College, founded by Gerry Spence. There, he honed his effective trial skills and cultivated a deep understanding of human behavior and its intersection with trial practice.
A Veteran of the US Army, Attorney Bly’s sense of duty and honor runs deep, shaping his approach to both life and law. His journey through academia led him to Rutgers University, where he studied Political Science, before continuing his education at the University of Maine School of Law.
Attorney Bly lives in southern Maine. Beyond his legal work, Attorney Bly finds solace embracing nature and the outdoors through his interests in skiing, mountain biking and fly fishing in the deep backwoods of Maine’s lake regions.
As a member of several prestigious legal associations, including the Maine State Bar Association, the American Bar Association, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Maine Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the American Trial Lawyers Association, Maine Association of Trial Lawyers, the National College of DUI Defense, the DUI Defense Lawyers Association, and the York County (Maine) Bar Association, Attorney Bly maintains a strong and enduring network within the legal community.
The Maine Legal Group is committed to ensuring every client receives nothing less than our utmost compassion, care, and attention, with an eye towards achieving the very best client-driven outcomes.
We are relentless in our pursuit of those outcomes, regardless of what opposing counsel, judges and the system in general say our clients are or are not entitled to.
William Bly has been recognized by his peers for excellence in the criminal and DWI field and is highly rated by his clients.
The Maine Criminal Defense Group handles all areas of criminal defense practice, including legal representation for state and federal charges. We are knowledgeable and compassionate and will work to help you get results that you are not only happy with, but that are reached in a fair and compromising manner.
If you have been charged with assault, theft, drug possession, or any other type of crime in Maine, contact us now. Our team of attorneys provide professional and aggressive criminal defense representation for all your legal needs.
Great group of people. Managed to get me a favorable outcome from a very bad situation. I would highly recommend this firm if you have legal troubles. Top notch performance!!
So thankful I chose this team to represent me. They’re the best, hands down. Nathan Hitchcock proved my innocence not once but TWICE, including a trial by jury. I have a family in law enforcement who told me “Bill Bly and his team are the best. If I would recommend anyone, it would be them.”
Great firm to have in your corner for both criminal and family law matters. Worked extensively with both managing partner Bill Bly and attorney Tom Richard, both were valuable assets to me. Highly recommend.
Highly recommend. Caught an OUI charge while working in Maine as an out-of-state employee. Without details, all odds were stacked against me. I was completely shocked to when jury levied a not guilty.
I couldn’t have asked for a more positive experience! Everyone I spoke with or worked with was incredibly understanding and compassionate. I was dealing with a very difficult matter and Attorney Stone was so kind and caring in a time that was very hard. I have never had such a great experience with an attorney and couldn’t recommend them more! Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart!!!!
After being arrested for a second OUI and other serious/felony charges, I came to Bill and his team for help. He took the time to listen to what I had to say, took notes, and explained to me the seriousness of the charges I was facing and possible outcomes. However, despite how hopeless the situation appeared to be, he believed something could be done and, most importantly, he and his team were willing to help. The whole Maine Criminal Defense group was very attentive, meticulous, and organized in their approach. Bill is great at setting the right expectations from the start. He tells the truth and stays connected to reality. It almost reminded me of the Stockdale paradox where you trust that in the end, everything will be ok, but he makes sure that you still understand the reality of your current situation. He spoke clearly, outlined the process, proposed solutions, and was always open to suggestions from me or members of my family. I was impressed with his ability to think on his feet and come up with brilliant plans that somehow yielded results beyond my own expectations (no felony charges). The Maine Criminal Defense team was always available and prompt to answer any questions. They were always cheerful, polite, caring, and involved. They have a sense of purpose, which appears to be to ensure the best possible outcome for their clients. That’s exactly what they’ve delivered in my case. I highly recommend the Maine Criminal Defense team to anyone who has any legal issues and/or has lost hope. You will find that this is one of the best decisions you’ve ever made. Your case will be in good hands!!! Many Thanks to Bill and the entire Maine Criminal Defense team for all your help!
If you are facing criminal charges in Maine, the attorneys at The Maine Criminal Defense Group are here to help. Call our office to speak with one of our team members, who will discuss your case with you and set up a consultation with one of our attorneys.
"Bill Bly did an excellent job of listening and addressing our concerns. He answered all of our questions in a timely manner and got results. I highly recommend his services!"
— John H.
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