Pierce Atwood’s Maine and Rhode Island Trusts & Estates Practices Remain Top-Ranked in Chambers High Net Worth 2026

For the 11th consecutive year, Pierce Atwood’s Maine-based Trusts & Estates Practice Group has received a top “Band 1” ranking in Private Wealth Law from Chambers High Net Worth. And for the second year in a row, Chambers has also recognized our Providence T&E team with a top “Band 1” ranking in Private Wealth Law.

Also new this year, Providence trusts and estates partner Deborah DiNardo earned a prestigious Band 1 ranking, while Providence partner Larry Hunt maintained his Band 2 recognition. In addition, former Trusts & Estates Practice Group Chair and current managing partner Molly Liddell and partner Barbara Wheaton continue to be recognized in Band 1, and partner Griff Leschefske advanced to Band 2 after previously being ranked in Band 3. Clients and referral sources provided enthusiastic praise, including:

• "The depth of their bench is quite admirable. Whether I'm dealing with a partner, associate or paralegal, I know I'm dealing with a true professional who understands the complexity of our business."
• "The attorneys are very practical in their approach and take business considerations into account when advising clients."
• "Pierce Atwood brings tremendous depth to its estate planning work."

Click here to read more about Pierce Atwood’s rankings and all client comments in Chambers High Net Worth 2026.