It is fairly simple to get married in Maine. For more information about the steps that you must take to get married, and for help finding someone who can perform the ceremony, visit the State of Maine’s website on marriage by clicking here.

When seniors get married later in life, they might come into the new marriage with pre-existing family and property. If you or your fiancé own property, you should each think about talking to an attorney before you get married. Your new marriage might affect how your property is distributed after you die.

If you already have a Will or some other estate plan, you should review it and make sure it reflects your current wishes. If you had an attorney help you draft the Will, you should contact him or her to talk about your upcoming change in marital status to see if there are any issues that you should consider.

Also, public benefits can be impacted by a new marriage. Call your local Area Agency on Aging at 1-877-353-3771 to find out what impact, if any, your new marriage will have on your public benefits.

Area Agency on Aging
Call your local Area Agency on Aging at 1-877-353-3771 to find out what impact, if any, your new marriage will have on your public benefits.

State of Maine Website
For more information on the legal requirements for marriage in Maine, visit the State’s website by clicking here.

Notary Public Search
To find a notary public in your area, visit the State’s searchable website by clicking here.

State of Maine: Local Government Portal
To get more information about your town hall, visit the State’s town hall database by clicking here.