Jim Mitchell & Jed Davis PA

Jim Mitchell & Jed Davis PA stands as one of Maine's most established and respected law firms, with a legacy spanning nearly five decades of dedicated service to Central Maine families and individuals. Founded in 1977 by the late James E. Mitchell and surviving partner Jed Davis, the firm has maintained continuous excellence through changing legal landscapes and community needs. Located at 86 Winthrop Street in Augusta, Maine 04330, the firm serves families throughout the Augusta, Gardiner, Waterville, Lewiston, Auburn, Bath, Brunswick, and surrounding areas.

The firm's founding reflects a unique partnership forged by two attorneys from different geographic backgrounds who discovered a shared passion for legal excellence and client service. Jim Mitchell hailed from Arkansas while Jed Davis came from New York, but they found common ground in their dedication to championing cases across diverse practice areas and their gift for the law. This unlikely partnership proved remarkably durable and successful, spanning 41 years from the firm's founding in 1977 until Jim's passing in 2016. During those four decades, Mitchell and Davis built a reputation for thorough legal representation, courtroom professionalism, and genuine commitment to their clients' welfare.

The firm's practice has historically encompassed multiple legal areas, reflecting both attorneys' broad legal knowledge and commitment to serving clients across diverse needs. Personal injury representation, civil rights advocacy, criminal defense, and legal malpractice work all received attention alongside family law. This broad-based practice meant that attorneys could address complex situations where family law intersected with other legal domains—such as cases involving domestic violence, criminal accusations related to family disputes, or personal injury matters affecting family circumstances.

Following Jim Mitchell's passing in 2016, Jed Davis has continued the firm's legacy and commitment to legal excellence. Jed's decision to maintain the firm's identity and continue the Mitchell and Davis partnership reflects respect for the firm's history and commitment to the clients and community the firm has served for nearly five decades. Rather than dissolving the partnership or fundamentally transforming the practice, Jed has maintained the institutional knowledge, relationships, and professional reputation that Jim and Jed built together.

The firm's domestic relations practice—the formal legal terminology for family law—represents a cornerstone of the firm's work. With 47+ years of combined experience in family law matters, the firm's qualified divorce and family law lawyers bring substantial expertise to contested and uncontested divorces alike. For couples in fundamental disagreement about key issues, the firm is prepared to litigate vigorously in court, presenting evidence, making arguments, and advocating for clients' interests before judges and juries. For couples able to reach agreement, the firm streamlines the process, helping couples complete uncontested divorces efficiently and affordably.

The firm's family law expertise encompasses custody disputes, recognizing that these matters profoundly affect parent-child relationships and children's welfare. Alimony determinations require sophisticated financial analysis and understanding of Maine family law. Child support calculations receive careful attention to ensure accuracy under Maine statutory guidelines and consideration of both parents' financial circumstances. Pre-nuptial agreements receive careful drafting to ensure they meet legal requirements and achieve couples' intentions. The firm also addresses domestic violence matters, recognizing that safety and protection are paramount in certain family situations.

What distinguishes Jim Mitchell & Jed Davis PA is the firm's 47-year track record of consistent, professional legal service to Central Maine families. This extended history reflects clients' trust and satisfaction—law firms do not survive nearly five decades through mediocre representation. Rather, the firm's longevity testifies to the quality of legal work, the professionalism of its attorneys, and the genuine care they bring to client relationships.

The firm's geographic service area spans multiple Maine counties and communities. From Augusta to Gardiner, Waterville, Lewiston, Auburn, Bath, Brunswick, Scarborough, Cape Elizabeth, and Falmouth, the firm serves families throughout Central and Southern Maine. This broad service area reflects both the firm's reputation and its willingness to travel to serve clients wherever they are located.

The firm's continued operation under Jed Davis' leadership following Jim Mitchell's death demonstrates commitment to the practice, the community, and the values that motivated the original partnership. Rather than closing or being absorbed into another firm, Jim Mitchell & Jed Davis PA has continued as an independent practice dedicated to serving Maine families and individuals with the same professionalism and commitment that has characterized it for nearly five decades.

For families in Central and Southern Maine seeking legal representation from an established, respected law firm with nearly 50 years of family law experience, professional courtroom skills, and genuine commitment to client service, Jim Mitchell & Jed Davis PA offers the legal expertise and institutional stability that comes with age and accomplishment. The firm's 47-year track record, broad legal experience, and continued dedication to family law make it an exceptional choice for anyone navigating family law challenges in Maine.