On Thursday, September 4, 2025, the Maine Supreme Judicial Court issued an order appointing Jeremiah M. McIntosh, Esq. as the Receiver for Attorney Jeffrey Pickering’s law practice. This decision follows a petition submitted by the Board of Overseers of the Bar and is effective immediately.
The case is entitled “In the Matter of Jeffrey Pickering,” with case no. BAR-25-23.
The order grants McIntosh the authority to assume full responsibility for Pickering’s law office. His duties include securing professional files, managing all firm and client funds, and retrieving any property associated with Pickering’s practice. The Receiver is also tasked with accessing and acquiring all necessary technology, including computer hardware and software, as well as any mobile devices used for business.
In addition to physical assets, the Receiver is authorized to access Attorney Pickering’s email and cloud storage accounts, inventory client files, and notify former clients about the Receivership. Furthermore, he will assist current clients in finding new legal representation, prioritizing open and time-sensitive matters.
The order allows the Receiver to hire staff or enlist volunteers to help manage the transition, ensuring that all ethical obligations are met. McIntosh is also authorized to obtain signatory authority over Pickering’s financial accounts, including IOLTA and trust accounts, and is responsible for responsibly distributing client funds.
Attorney Mara RH King, Esq., has been appointed as Co-Receiver to assist in managing any conflicts of interest and to support Mcintosh as needed. Both the Receiver and Co-Receiver are tasked with filing a status report with the Supreme Judicial Court within 120 days of the order.
The Disposition states:
“Effective immediately, Jeremiah M. McIntosh, Esq., is appointed as the Receiver of Attorney Jeffrey Pickering’s law practice.”
According to Martindale.com, Mr. Pickering acquired his law license in Maine in 1975.
A copy of the original filing can be found here.
