Yes, and it catches more people than you'd expect. Oregon imposes its own estate tax on estates above $1,000,000 per person — one of the lowest thresholds in the country. The federal estate tax doesn't kick in until significantly higher, which means many Oregonians who never think of themselves as wealthy enough to worry about estate taxes are actually exposed to Oregon's.

The good news is that with the right planning structure, married couples can often preserve both spouses' Oregon exemptions — effectively shielding up to $2,000,000 from Oregon estate tax. That kind of planning requires more than a standard revocable trust, but it's exactly the kind of problem that's worth solving early, before the estate is settled and the options are gone.

If your estate is approaching or above $1,000,000, this is worth a conversation.

Estate planning is how you make sure the people and things you care about are protected when you're no longer able to speak for yourself — whether that's tomorrow or decades from now.

A complete estate plan covers who inherits your assets, who makes medical and financial decisions if you're incapacitated, and how to spare your family from unnecessary legal costs and delays. Without one, those decisions get made by state law and the court system — not by you.

Most people put it off because it feels complicated or morbid. It's neither. It's one of the most considerate things you can do for the people you love.

A will directs how your assets should be distributed after you die — but it has to go through probate first, which is a court-supervised process that takes time, costs money, and becomes part of the public record.

A trust transfers assets directly to your beneficiaries without probate, which means faster access, lower costs, and privacy. Trusts also give you more control — over timing, conditions, and how assets are managed for minor children or family members who need additional protection.

Which one is right for you depends on your assets, your family situation, and your goals. That's exactly what a free consultation is for.

Your estate will be handled according to Oregon or Idaho state law — which may have very little to do with what you actually wanted. A judge decides who inherits your assets, who raises your children, and who makes decisions on your behalf. Your family inherits the legal mess along with everything else.

Beyond the financial and legal costs, the harder truth is that dying without a plan puts your loved ones in an impossible position at an already devastating time. An estate plan changes that.

Yes! Trusts, beneficiary designations, and strategic estate planning can help you avoid or minimize probate, making it easier for your family to access assets without unnecessary delays and costs.

Yes — and probably differently than you'd expect. Unlike generic online services that file your paperwork and call it done, my goal is to make sure your LLC is actually built to protect you. That means choosing the right structure for your specific situation, drafting an operating agreement that reflects how your business really runs, and thinking ahead to ownership changes, disputes, and exit scenarios before they become problems.

I spent two decades in business before practicing law. I've seen what happens when the legal foundation is solid — and when it isn't.

That’s common. I can review your documents, identify any gaps, and help you strengthen or clean up the structure—especially around ownership terms, decision-making, or succession.

Yes. Whether you’re handing a business down to family or preparing for an eventual exit, I provide legal support for structuring ownership, buying or selling an entity, minimizing risk, and making the transition smoother—before you get too far into it.

All estate planning services at Track Town Law are offered on a flat-fee basis. That means you’ll know exactly what your plan will cost before we get started—no hourly rates, no surprise invoices. You can view current pricing and what’s included here.

It depends on the service. LLC formation is flat-fee — you'll know exactly what it costs before you commit to anything. Every formation package includes Articles of Organization, a custom operating agreement, EIN registration, organizational minutes, and practical guidance on next steps like bank accounts and tax elections.

Business law services beyond formation — contracts, buy-sell agreements, operating agreement reviews, succession planning, and consulting — are billed hourly. Before any work begins, I'll scope the project with you during a free consultation so you have a clear picture of expected time and cost.

No open-ended retainers. No surprise invoices. Current pricing is available on the pricing page.

Yes — and that's by design. Most people can't take time off work to meet with an attorney, so Track Town Law offers virtual appointments until 9 pm two nights a week, plus weekend availability twice a month. You can view real-time openings and book directly online. If you don’t see anything that fits your schedule, drop me a line and we will make something work.