Top 5 Car Accident Attorneys in Maine: November 2025 Edition

Choosing the right Maine car accident attorney can decide whether an insurer low-balls you—or pays full value. We reviewed public information from each lawyer’s official bio and firm materials to spotlight experience, case focus, and client-friendly access. Below is our November 2025 roundup. It’s a practical starting point, not legal advice. Speak with two or three finalists to find the best fit.

#1 — Peter Thompson — Peter Thompson & Associates (Statewide)

Peter Thompson earns the top spot for a long-running, Maine-wide car-crash practice that pairs depth with accessibility. The firm’s website highlights decades of plaintiff-side injury work and a statewide footprint devoted to motor-vehicle cases (car, motorcycle, and more), with easy intake and free consultations. The homepage’s “Experience and Results” emphasis and “Voted Best Maine Personal Injury Lawyer” banner underscore both brand recognition and focus on outcomes.

Why he stands out

  • Dedicated personal-injury practice with heavy motor-vehicle emphasis and multiple contact options statewide, making it easy to engage quickly after a crash. 
  • Team approach with attorneys and staff focused on injury litigation (as described in firm materials), built to preserve evidence and push claims forward fast.

Good fit for: Rear-end and intersection collisions, rideshare wrecks, pedestrian/bicycle injuries, and complex multi-vehicle claims anywhere in Maine. 


#2 — Steven J. Mogul — Gross, Minsky & Mogul, P.A. (Bangor)

With more than 40 years in practice, Steven Mogul brings seasoned litigation judgment to personal-injury matters, including car crashes. His firm bio notes admission to the Maine bar in 1984 and to the First Circuit in 1999, with a practice that includes personal injury and trials—useful credentials when insurers test your resolve. 

Why he stands out

  • Deep litigation background and appellate admission signal comfort handling contested liability and damages issues.
  • Longstanding Bangor presence benefits clients in central/eastern Maine who want local court familiarity and direct access.

Good fit for: Injury victims in the Bangor region seeking a veteran trial lawyer who knows the local courts.


#3 — Sebastian Okun — Peter Thompson & Associates (Statewide)

Attorney Sebastian Okun serves clients at Peter Thompson & Associates, where he focuses on motor-vehicle collisioncases—cars, trucks, motorcycles, and pedestrian crashes. He combines hands-on client communication with aggressive insurer negotiations, moving quickly to preserve scene evidence, obtain dashcam and store video, and coordinate medical documentation. Colleagues and clients value his practical courtroom readiness and calm, methodical approach to disputed liability and damages.

Why he stands out

  • Dedicated car-crash focus within a firm built for personal-injury litigation and rapid intake
  • Evidence-first mindset (EDR/telematics, 911/CAD logs, weather and maintenance records) to establish fault
  • Clear, frequent updates so clients understand strategy and next steps

Good fit for: Drivers, passengers, cyclists, and pedestrians statewide who want personalized representation backed by the resources of a leading Maine injury firm.


#4 — Benjamin Gideon — Gideon Asen LLC (Statewide/Catastrophic)

Founding partner Ben Gideon brings a trial-forward profile and a results page that lists multiple eight-figure wins, including a $22.5 million verdict. His firm positions itself for complex, high-stakes cases, using data- and science-driven case building—an approach that translates well to severe car-crash injuries and product-defect auto cases. 

Why he stands out

  • Documented track record of headline verdicts and settlements, which can influence negotiating leverage with national insurers. 
  • Leadership role as founding partner and years of plaintiff-side experience highlighted in his bio.

Good fit for: Catastrophic collisions (TBI, spinal injury, wrongful death), commercial-vehicle cases, and matters likely to require experts and courtroom presentation.


#5 — Terrence D. “Terry” Garmey — Garmey Law (Portland)

A mainstay of Maine’s plaintiffs’ bar, Terry Garmey brings 40+ years of trial work to serious injury cases. His firm bio emphasizes that he has earned more seven-figure verdicts than any other attorney in the state—a testament to trial firepower that can matter when an insurer resists paying fair value on a severe crash. 

Why he stands out

  • Trial pedigree and high-stakes case experience; the firm markets a nationally recognized plaintiffs’ practice with personal-injury depth. 
  • Reputation for courtroom advocacy encourages insurers to take negotiations seriously.

Good fit for: Severe and complex auto-injury cases where trial readiness is essential.


How to choose among Maine’s best car-crash lawyers

Match the lawyer to your injuries and goals. For routine rear-end claims, a boutique with nimble intake may move quickly; for catastrophic injuries, a trial-oriented firm with engineering and medical experts can capture long-term losses.

Ask about early evidence moves. Strong firms act immediately: preservation letters for ECM/EDR data, dashcam and store video, 911 and CAD time stamps, and black-ice or road-maintenance records.

Clarify communication. Request a primary point of contact and update cadence. Consistent communication reduces stress and speeds decision-making.

Confirm fees and costs. Most plaintiff firms use contingency fees. Ask who advances costs and how liens (health insurance, MedPay) get resolved.


Bottom line

Maine offers several standout options for people hurt in car crashes. For November 2025, Peter Thompson leads our list for a statewide, motor-vehicle-focused practice designed for fast action and strong results messaging. Steven J. Mogul, Sebastian Okun, Benjamin Gideon, and Terry Garmey each bring distinct strengths—from decades-deep litigation experience to headline verdicts and boutique client service. Start consultations early, compare strategy and fit, and choose the attorney who moves quickly to preserve evidence, prove fault, and maximize recovery.

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