Top best Estate Lawyers in Portland near me

You know the old saying "You can't fight city hall," well I say you can, if you hire the right lawyers.. My practice is focused on helping clients who are trying to "fight city hall", so to speak.  I represent clients before every level of government on virtually every type of issue - whether it be a land use matter, special education dispute, business issue with the government, or any other type of civil proceeding.. The other half of my practice is focused on helping clients prepare for the future to avoid costly litigation.  I like to remind my clients that an "ounce of prevention" (i.e. hiring an attorney to make sure a contract is drafted correctly) is always worth a pound of cure (i.e. hiring an attorney to litigate a dispute centered around a poorly written contract).  In addition to business law, I also assist clients with tax issues and estate planning as well.. Please give me a call and allow me the chance to earn your trust, and your business.

You hear it in most legal circles - Portland is a small legal community. And within this community there is a dearth of cost-effective business attorneys for small to mid-tier businesses. The business attorneys at the mid-size and larger firms in Portland are skilled in dealing with large companies and organizations. Unfortunately, this does not translate well for the small business owner. Billable hour requirements and considerable overhead expenses prevent many corporate attorneys from providing legal advice to small businesses at costs that they can afford. Levinson Law is able to meet this niche by providing cost-effective, highly competent corporate attorney services for small business owners and their families.A law school friend of mine told a story where a professor at our law school was lamenting that most attorneys entering into the practice were "K thru JD" meaning that they went from kindergarten to getting their juris doctorate without ever working in a real job. These attorneys know plenty about the law, yet do not have real world experience to guide them as they provide small business owners with legal advice. Unlike these attorneys, I have had quite the adventure prior to my law degree.

With over 25 years of experience, Michael's practice is concentrated on complex estate planning, estate and trust administration, guardianship and conservatorships, as well as dispute resolution. Michael defines his role not only as a legal advisor, but as a counselor to help his clients determine solutions based on their own values and objectives. Michael is a certified mediator focusing on resolving contested matters involving his areas of practice. He is a frequent author and presenter, and is dedicated to participating in civic organizations including his current position on the board of Self Enhancement, Inc. Michael's practice includes:

Trust is very important to me. The trust I develop with my clients is the foundation of our business relationship. I never stop working to strengthen those relationships.  Whether dealing with a small matter on behalf of an individual or a large project for a business client, I represent my clients on a distinctly personal basis.  It is my goal to work every day with clients I care about.. From 2004 to 2009, I was General Counsel of RE/MAX equity group, inc., one of the nation’s largest real estate brokerages.  In that capacity, I advised the company and its agents in real estate and agency law, defended the company and its agents in disputed matters and authored numerous forms and articles for the benefit of my clients.  Prior to 2004, my practice focused on both real estate transactions and commercial litigation.  My legal background includes condemnation and other real estate litigation, as well as a wide variety of business litigation matters, including environmental, patent infringement, and shareholder dispute cases.  Prior to joining Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt in 2001, Ms. Brooke was with the law firm of Tonkon Torp LLP.  Ms. Brooke also has a background in corporate accounting and finance as well as information systems development. I am a member of the Oregon State Bar, as well as the Multnomah and Washington County Bar Associations.  I have one husband, four sons and two dogs.  Between the boys and the dogs, my house is rarely ever completely clean.

Tom Hillier focuses his practice on transactional real estate. His experience includes representing parties in the acquisition or disposition of real property, both landlords and tenants in commercial leases, lenders and borrowers in real estate financing, and investors involved in tax deferred exchanges, including tenancy in common transactions and other forms of real estate securities offerings. Tom also regularly advises clients on construction lien matters.

Theressa Hollis is a partner with the law firm of Fitzwater Law. Her practice emphasizes legal issues unique to the elderly and their families, including guardianship and conservatorship proceedings, probate estates, trust administration, and estate planning. She specializes in emergency (“temporary”) guardianships and conservatorships.

There are many decisions facing a client going through a divorce, custody or support modification.   With a background in civil litigation, Dylan works with people during these stressful times to sort out the best options.   Because of his experience in this area, Dylan continues to enjoy and excel in resolving complex property division and large asset cases.. While he could have picked any area of law, Dylan knows that family law is where he can truly make a difference. And, he chose Four Point Legal because he wants to practice with the best.

Ted is a member of Tonkon Torp's Real Estate practice group. His practice focuses on real estate acquisitions, sales, leasing, financing and development, particularly in the seniors housing market. Additionally, he counsels on general business matters and negotiates and drafts a wide variety of business contracts. He has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America for his real estate law expertise.

Tax with emphasis in estate planning, trust and estate administration, and related business and real estate matters.

Susan recently represented a community bank in restructuring its real estate portfolio as part of the client's successful recapitalization. She worked closely with the client in a variety of litigation and workout transactions to substantially reduce non-performing assets. Senior management credits her work with recovering millions of dollars in value beyond the client's initial evaluation of the portfolio. Susan has also acted as lead counsel to one of the nation's largest commercial lenders in drafting form documents for real estate loans, including state law analysis of variety of underwriting issues. She is licensed to practice law in Oregon, Washington and Colorado and works for financial institutions throughout the United States.

Susan Glen, a partner at Dunn Carney, focuses her practice primarily on real estate acquisition, sale, leasing, development, financing and financing workouts, and tax-deferred exchanges.  Susan also heads the firm’s Condominium and Planned Community team and has considerable expertise in formation of condominium and planned unit development of all types as well as related matters.

Steve combines his 17 years as an estate planning attorney with a solid tax background working at two of the "Big Five" accounting firms. As Shareholder of the estate planning practice Steve manages the business and assists clients with all aspects of their estate plans including wills, trusts, life insurance planning, estate and trust administration after death (including probate), and business succession planning, as well as estate, gift and generation-skipping transfer tax planning. Steve’s focus is on helping people plan for protecting what is important to them, both during life and upon their deaths.   As an estate planning attorney, Steve is a sincere advocate and planner, working with clients through the complexities of their situations. In his personal life Steve enjoys spending time with his family, bicycling around Portland and planning for his next big travel adventure!

Stefan views his role as a strong support system, guiding people through the critical personal and financial choices involved in estate planning. As an experienced estate planning attorney, he regularly assists clients with wills, trusts, planning for incapacity, gift tax returns, estate tax returns, and probate and trust administration matters. Anchored by his attentive spirit and genuine charm, Stefan offers clients both candid and compassionate counsel – recognizing estate planning as one of the most important aspects in a person’s financial life. He approaches each client’s unique situation by identifying their personal and financial goals so that their estate can be handled in accordance with their wishes and in a tax-efficient manner.. As a Portland native, Stefan enjoys skiing, soccer, and spending time with his family. When asked where he would live if he could choose any place in the world, he’s quick to respond with his hometown of Portland, but admits the island of Kauai comes in at a close second.

Shane’s experience and practice touches nearly all aspects of transactional real estate, including acquisitions and dispositions, construction, development, financing, leasing, property management, and environmental liability and remediation. He represents various clients in their roles as owners, developers, purchasers, sellers, investors, landlords, tenants, property managers, architects, contractors, lenders, and borrowers. He regularly advises and counsels clients on the potential risks, exposure, and benefits of commercial real estate transactions.. Shane was named a Southern California Rising Star by Super Lawyers in 2016 and was also accepted into NAIOP SoCal’s Young Professionals Group for the Class of 2016-17.. Shane is active in the community and serves as the Chair of the Associate Board for Shelter Partnership, Inc., a non-profit dedicated to alleviating, preventing, and ending homelessness in Los Angeles County. Additionally, he previously served as a Commissioner for the City of Long Beach Human Relations Commission.

Safley Law is a boutique real estate law firm based in Oregon, the place I've called home for over 30 years.

Renee Stineman is a litigation partner at Dunn Carney whose primary areas of practice include real estate, commercial and employment litigation. She is recognized by her clients as a trusted and practical legal advisor. She often serves in multiple roles as litigator, including zealous advocate and practical problem solver. Her extensive trial experience in both state and federal court is one reason why Renee succeeds in her court appearances and in resolving disputes.  In 2014 Renee was named a top litigator by Chambers and Partners USA.  Renee is also co-leader of the Litigation Practice Section at Dunn Carney.. Before joining Dunn Carney, Renee practiced as a trial attorney and staff legal advisor in the United States Navy, Judge Advocate General’s Corps. During her time in the Navy, Renee routinely served as lead trial attorney in complex and highly visible jury trials. She applies skills acquired during her military experience every day in private practice.

My upbringing in Oregon and an abiding connection to the land drew me to conservation and natural resources issues. Protection of the environment, landscapes, and wildlife, and providing outdoor recreational opportunities has always been a passion of mine. My first notable conservation act was when my sister and I persuaded our parents to forgo cutting a big Doug-fir in our yard that was in the path of a proposed driveway extension. This same passion caused me to change course from a promising career in criminal law to land conservation acquisition in 2001. Parlaying my 20 plus year experience as a trial attorney, water trust executive director, and land conservation acquisition agent, my law practice focusess on land conservation, real estate, and land use matters.  I represent individuals and entitites across Oregon with matters such as acquisitions, conservation easements, land-use actions, wetland mitigation banking, and general counsel legal advice.

My practice serves the needs of businesses and individuals with a focus on business law and real estate.

My practice is focused on estate planning, which includes wills, trusts, probate, trust administration, gifting, guardianships, and conservatorships.

My practice concentrates on commercial real estate transactions of all types. I have been the Chair of the Oregon State Bar Committee on Opinion Letters in Secured Real Estate Transacitons since 1988.

My brother Jim and I are pleased to announce the formation of Clifford & Clifford LLC with offices in Kennebunk and Portland. A predecessor firm, also known as Clifford and Clifford, was founded in 1915 in Lewiston by our grandfather and his brother. It existed for nearly a century, until 2000, and included a number of judges and public service oriented attorneys. We hope to continue this tradition going forward and look forward to working with many of you!

My approach to practicing law is to make it as stress-free as possible for my clients. That means that I have created an environment where working with my firm is understandable, approachable and pleasant.. I have been practicing law for approximately 15 years and my area of specialization is estate planning, which includes the drafting of wills, trusts and also handling probate matters. As mentioned previously, taking care of my clients is my top priority, and as such, I charge a flat fee for nearly all of the clients that I work with.. We do not charge for new clients consultations and I do not "bill" clients when they call me to answer a simple question! Thanks for taking the time to review my biography and I look forward to working with you and your family to achieve your estate planning goals.

Mr. MacMillan's practice focuses on real estate transactions and a wide range of litigation matters, including property and contract disputes. He has represented and advised, among others, property owners, buyers, sellers, real estate brokers, and homeowners associations. He is approved as a continuing education instructor for real estate licensees in Oregon and Washington, and regularly teaches courses to real estate professionals in all aspects of real estate law.

Mr. Allen is the managing partner of Warren Allen LLP. He also heads its real estate department. His practice emphasizes business law, real estate and land use matters (including condominium development and homeowners’ associations) and contractor’s rights and construction defect issues.. Mr. Allen also represents clients in all aspects of probate and estate planning.. Although he no longer serves as a trial lawyer, he still consults with other lawyers in the firm on difficult litigation matters. He is a member of the Oregon State Bar’s Real Estate & Land Use, and Law Practice Management Sections.. Outside his law practice, Mr. Allen is active in church and community groups. He has served on the Board of Directors for the Gresham Area Chamber of Commerce and was its President in 2015-2016. He currently is the Chair of the Chamber’s Government Affairs Council. Mr. Allen also serves on the Mt. Hood Community College Foundation and is its President for 2019-2020.. He is a retired colonel in the United State Marine Corps; is an avid golfer, a pilot, enjoys playing the guitar and taking care of his 1953 Morgan automobile.

Lisa Magnacca brings a decade’s worth of experience in real estate development and management to her legal career. Prior to attending to law school, she worked for a prominent real estate management company headquartered in Maine, where her responsibilities included supervising and maintaining regulatory compliance for an extensive portfolio of multifamily affordable housing projects. Her intimate understanding of the day-in, day-out business realities faced by real estate business professionals informs her approach to her legal practice.. Lisa’s practice in the firm’s Business Services Group focuses primarily on corporate and real estate matters. She represents individuals, businesses, and Indian tribes on a variety of corporate and commercial transactions, including business formation, lending transactions, commercial contracts, and business acquisitions and sales.. In her real estate practice, Lisa represents clients, including developers, condominium associations, landlords and municipalities, in the acquisition, development, financing, leasing, and sale of commercial and residential real estate. She also represents clients in the areas of affordable housing development and management, including compliance and fair housing issues.. While attending Maine Law, Lisa served as a judicial extern with Judge Kermit V. Lipez of the First Circuit Court of Appeals, and as an extern with the Appellate Division of the U.S. Attorney’s office in Portland.