Auburn law firm closing after 93 years

Christopher Wheelock, Sun Journal, Lewiston, Maine
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May 1—A law firm that was founded in Auburn in 1931 will close May 31 after 93 years practicing law in Maine.

The three remaining partners at Linnell, Choate and Webber — John S. Oxman, Richard J. O'Brien and John W. Conway — are all retiring.

The firm was founded by Frank W. Linnell in 1931 and has served clients in the Lewiston-Auburn area ever since. Clients who have not already been in touch with the firm who want to retrieve their files need to contact the firm at 207-784-4563.

Wills and probate files not picked up by May 31 will be transferred to the firm of Peters & Roberge at 937 Main St., Lewiston. You can contact them at 207- 784-1446.

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