Sam Tincher

        Associate

        Sam Tincher advises middle-market and emerging companies on mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance and day-to-day business matters. He focuses on delivering practical, business-oriented solutions that align with each client’s unique objectives and long-term growth strategies.

        As a member of the Business Law Group, Sam has broad experience representing businesses in connection with a variety of complex transactions, including domestic and cross-border mergers, acquisitions, leveraged buyouts, carve-outs, recapitalizations and other strategic investment transactions. He also regularly advises closely held and growth-stage companies on entity formation, governance matters, commercial agreements and general corporate counseling throughout all stages of the business lifecycle. Sam has advised clients across a wide range of industries, including industrials, healthcare, information technology and business services.

        Born and raised in Japan, Sam brings an international perspective and cross-cultural insight to his practice. Prior to joining Verrill, Sam leveraged his linguistic and cultural fluency at an international law firm in Tokyo, where he advised both U.S. and Japan-based clients on sophisticated transactional matters involving multinational businesses. He also served in the U.S. Department of Justice’s Securities and Financial Fraud Unit and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s Division of Enforcement in Washington, D.C., where he assisted with investigations and enforcement matters involving financial misconduct and supported prosecution teams through the review and translation of complex financial materials.

        Outside of his practice, Sam and his wife recently welcomed their first child. He enjoys spending time with his growing family and remains committed to maintaining a strong work-life balance amid a busy practice. He also continues to pursue his interest in travel and whiskey, and is a Certified Bourbon Professional who has explored distilleries across the United States, Japan and Scotland.

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        Education

        • Boston College Law School  (J.D.)
        • Berea College

        Bar Admissions

        • Massachusetts

        Firm Highlights

        Press Releases

        97 Verrill Attorneys Recognized by Best Lawyers® 2027, Including Four Named Lawyers of the Year

        AUGUSTA, Maine, BANGOR, Maine, BOSTON, Mass., PORTLAND, Maine, and WESTPORT, Conn., (August 20, 2026) – Verrill is proud to announce that 97...
        Alerts and Newsletters

        SEC’s Proposed “Reg Crypto”: What Founders Need to Know

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        Blog

        After 45 Years, the IRS Speaks on DCAP Nondiscrimination Testing – And It’s Good News

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        Media Mentions

        Robert Keach Discusses Bankruptcy Auction Strategy in Law360

        Verrill attorney Robert Keach spoke with Law360 article examining the complex bankruptcy auction process that resulted in the sale of 23 summer...
        Media Mentions

        Martha Gaythwaite Featured in Portland Press Herald Coverage of Sig Sauer Trial Victory

        Verrill attorney Martha Gaythwaite was highlighted in media coverage of a federal trial in Bangor involving firearm manufacturer Sig Sauer. As...
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        Law360 Quotes Robert Keach on Senate Bill Affecting Small Business Restructurings

        Verrill attorney Robert Keach was recently quoted in a Law360 article discussing federal legislation that would permanently restore the $7.5 million...
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        SAFEs and Preferred Stock – Key Deal Terms Every Founder Should Know

        SAFEs Before negotiating a term sheet for preferred stock, many early-stage companies, particularly at the seed stage, first raise capital through...
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        Verrill Welcomes Business Restructuring and Insolvency Attorney Nimra Tariq

        BOSTON, Massachusetts – Verrill is pleased to announce that Nimra Tariq has joined the firm’s Business Restructuring and Insolvency Group as an...
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        Robert Keach Provides Commentary on First Brands Restructuring in Law360

        Verrill attorney Robert Keach was quoted in the Law360 article, "First Brands' Ch. 11 Plan Revives Angst Over Admin Claims," discussing First Brands...
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        Verrill Welcomes Construction Attorney Cassie Dufon

        PORTLAND, Maine – Verrill is pleased to welcome Cassie Dufon to the firm’s Construction Group as an Associate, resident in the firm’s Portland...
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        Verrill’s Wide-Ranging Private Wealth Law Practice Recognized in 2026 Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide

        BANGOR and PORTLAND, Maine and BOSTON, Mass. – Verrill attorneys Kenneth P. Brier, Anya F. Endsley, Kurt E. Klebe, Mary McQuillen, Nathaniel S....
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        Update on Status of Maine Packaging EPR

        In December 2024, Verrill published a blog post, Unwrapping Maine's Gift to the Environment: A New Packaging Stewardship Program Set to Launch in...