Tiller Lawyers

Amy Fassler is a native Oregonian, born and raised in Tualatin. During her last year in law school, Amy worked as a certified law student at Community Legal Services, assisting low income clients on family law matters. That experience proved so fulfilling that she chose to pursue a career in family law. Amy understands that each of her clients has a unique situation requiring an individualized approach. She enjoys educating her clients so they are empowered to make informed choices. Amy works to gain a deep understanding of the issues facing her clients so that she can identify creative solutions and...

Lucie was born and raised in Paris, France. Since she was a child and likely due to the influence of American movies, she dreamt of living in the United States. She decided to make her dream come true, and after graduating with a Bachelor of Law from the University of Paris X, with Honor, she traveled to the United States and studied at the University of California, Los Angeles, to improve her English. Upon returning to France, she continued to learn English to ensure she could practice law in America. Lucie studied for a Master's Degree at the University of...

Joel joined Weatherford Thompson in 2002 after working one year with a law firm in Eugene, Oregon. A Washington state native before moving to Oregon in 1998, Joel utilizes his experience to assist individuals, businesses, developers, property owners, employers, and farmers in the Linn and Benton Counties. Joel is active in the Linn County Bar and the state bars, and has served as a member of the Oregon House of Delegates. He also volunteers for the Mid-Willamette YMCA, the Corvallis Community Children’s Centers, Peer Court, United Way, as well as several other smaller non-profit organizations. On his off time,...

Matthew Abts helps small business owners and want-to-be owners achieve their dreams, whether it's extra part-time income, a full-time business, or an independent lifestyle. He has low, flat-fees for business formation, copyright, trademark, and contract drafting. Matthew also works with independent artists to protect their creative works, and is a supporter of the Lawyers for the Arts movement.

Attorney Sarah M. Litowich is an Oregonian through and through with roots in rural eastern Oregon and the Willamette Valley. She is grateful for these big, broad Oregon roots because she learned the value of hard work and building and maintaining strong relationships. She earned her law degree at the University of Oregon while also earning an advanced degree in Conflict Resolution, giving her even more understanding and insight into how to get the best results for her clients. Her legal career has taken her to Southern Oregon and the Willamette Valley where she now calls home.
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Estate planning is my passion. I enjoy working with clients to create individualized and unique estate plans. Every client is different and every client has different needs. I make it a priority to make sure my clients understand their estate plans, how it will help them during life, and how their estate plan will affect their estate and their family after their death. I work with clients of all income and assets levels. I also assist trustees during the administration of trusts and help personal representatives during the probating of an estate. Many of my estate plans come as packages,...

Stephanie M. Palmblad is an estate planning and probate attorney at Willamette Legacy Law in Salem, Oregon. She assists clients with creating wills, trusts, and other documents to help manage their affairs. In probate matters, she helps clients finalize their loved ones' estates or create guardianships or conservatorships for their family members. She began work in this practice area in 2011, and found she has a passion for enabling families to create plans that meaningfully communicate their values to their loved ones. Stephanie attended Willamette University and Willamette College of Law, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude. While in law school...

After obtaining an MBA I worked for eight years in various aspects of commercial real estate including syndication analysis, consulting, brokerage and appraisals. I have been practicing law since 1992. I clerked for the Oregon Department of Justice during my 2nd and 3rd year of law school. My law practice involves assisting local businesses with legal/financial problems, working with Oregon consumers whose needs are best resolved through the legal system, and assisting families with the administration of probate estates. I am currently a member of the Oregon Trial Lawyers Association, the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys and the National Association...

Susan L. Ford is an experienced business and intellectual property law attorney, with 24 years of experience helping businesses and entrepreneurs grow their value and enforce their rights. A former shareholder at one of Portland’s largest law firms, Susan started Res Nova Law to offer her clients her big-firm experience with the individualized attention they deserve. Ms. Ford's experience as a corporate attorney includes corporate entity formation and governance, mergers and acquisitions, employment, shareholder and member agreements, as well as registration, licensing and prosecution of patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets. Ms. Ford also has deep experience litigating complex business...

Ed focuses on matters involving government law, police practices, employment, contracts, personal injury, property damage and professional regulation. He counsels licensed professionals, employers and governmental entities on compliance with administrative, state and federal rules and regulations. Ed also represents individuals in employment, business and real estate matters.

I have practiced law in Portland, Oregon for over 50 years. I was an associate and a partner at Kell, Alterman & Runstein, LLP for over 25 years and now work as a solo practitioner from my home. I attended Colgate University and Suffolk University Law School in Boston. I have served as a member of the Board of Governors and as President of the Oregon State Bar.

Dian "Dee" Rubanoff is an equity partner with Williams Zografos & Peck, exclusively representing employers in labor and employment matters. Dee grew up in Southern California and fell in love with Oregon while visiting family. Dee was hired by a Portland law firm before graduating from law school. Prior to joining Williams Zografos & Peck in 2001, Dee practiced litigation and appellate law. In her spare time, Dee enjoys volunteering for non-profits, including Dress for Success, and spending time with her family.

Studied at: University of Oregon Lewis and Clark School of Law