Susan Bixby

Susan Bixby is a partner at Murray Plumb & Murray in Portland, Maine, whose practice focuses on family law. She represents clients in divorce and parental rights matters, including disputes over child custody, finances, and other sensitive family concerns. Susan emphasizes honest, realistic guidance from the beginning of a case and works toward efficient, amicable resolutions when possible while remaining prepared to litigate when court involvement is necessary.

Susan earned her J.D. from Dickinson School of Law and received her B.A. from the University of California at Berkeley. Her legal education provided a foundation in analysis, advocacy, negotiation, and dispute resolution. Combined with more than 25 years of family law experience, this training supports her ability to assess complicated family circumstances, explain legal options clearly, and help clients make informed decisions involving children, property, finances, and long-term family arrangements.

Susan began her legal career practicing family law in New Hampshire before relocating to Maine in 2004. Her work continues to focus on divorce and parental rights cases, including matters that may require negotiation, mediation, or litigation. She also assists clients facing significant financial and asset-related issues in family disputes. Her experience allows her to balance practical settlement efforts with careful preparation for contested proceedings when parties cannot reach an agreement.

Susan Bixby is an active member of the Maine State Bar Association and previously served as Chair of its Family Law Section. She has also served on the Kids First Center Board of Directors. Her professional recognition includes inclusion in the 2026 Best Lawyers in America for Family Law and Chambers High Net Worth for Family/Matrimonial matters in Maine. She combines extensive family law experience with practical judgment and compassionate advocacy, helping clients navigate difficult family disputes with clear advice and realistic expectations.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Murray Plumb & Murray
• Member, Maine State Bar Association
• Member, Cumberland Bar Association

Licensed State

• Maine

Education

• Dickinson School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of California at Berkeley
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)