Attorney David J. Backer Reappointed to Maine’s Probate and Trust Law Advisory Commission

Drummond Woodsum Attorney David J. Backer has been reappointed by Chief Justice Valerie Stanfill to serve another three-year term on the Maine Probate and Trust Law Advisory Commission, reaffirming his leadership and ongoing contributions to the development of probate and trust law in the state.

The Commission, created by the Maine Legislature in 2009, is responsible for the continuous study and review of Maine’s probate and trust laws and for recommending legislative updates to improve those laws. It is composed of five attorneys and three judges appointed by the Chief Justice, one member appointed by the Governor, and a designee from the Office of the Attorney General. Backer has served as Chair of the Commission since its inception 15 years ago.

In addition to his public service, David J. Backer leads the Trust and Estate Planning Practice Group at Drummond Woodsum, where he advises individuals, families, and closely held businesses on complex estate planning, succession management, tax planning, and wealth preservation strategies. Recognized as a leading authority on Maine probate and trust law, he is nationally regarded for his mastery of technical estate and tax planning concepts. Backer is a Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel and has been consistently ranked as a Band 1 private wealth lawyer by the Chambers High Net Worth Guide since 2017. He has also been listed in Best Lawyers in America in Trusts and Estates annually since 2007. Clients and peers regularly commend him for his deep legal knowledge, precision, and collaborative approach.