Collier Law

Estate planning attorney in Salem, OR
Reviews: 34 | Overal Rating: Good
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Thursday 8AM–5PM
Friday 8AM–3PM
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Monday 8AM–5PM
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Reviews

Review Left On 03/02/2020
Andrea Wagner

Stephanie Palmblad and the staff at Collier Law are so professional and approachable. They guided our family in getting our will in order and were so helpful in answering all our questions to make it as easy as possible. It was nice to work with a trustworthy person who had our interests and needs at the forefront of the process.
Review Left On 03/02/2020
max jetton

Quickly after our "golden years" marriage in 2011, we asked an attorney friend to recommend a law firm to assist us with our blended Will and Trust. Without hesitation Ryan Collier was his first and only choice. We were completely satisfied from our initial meeting to the subsequent meetings we've had making sure all of our information continues to be current. Collier Law is our first and only choice.
Review Left On 03/02/2020
Angela Smith

My husband and I needed to update a Trust we had from another state. Ryan was very professional and answered all our questions. The Trust was completed and we couldn't be happier with the outcome and service we were given. I recommend Collier Law to everyone that needs estate planning.
Review Left On 03/02/2020
AJ Bormann

It would appear that appointments are only important to you as this firm does not seem to care about your time, only theirs. Never were ready and expect you to wait. Waste of time.
Review Left On 03/02/2020
Peter Fernandez

I have been a client of the firm for five years. I have received excellent advice and service.
Review Left On 11/02/2019
Margaret Nemecek

Ryan Collier was recommended by a friend to help us set up our trust. We were impressed with Ryan and his colleagues professionalism and knowledge. They explained everything thoroughly and in terms that we were able to understand. Ryan also encouraged us to ask questions or to contact him at anytime that we didn't understand something. For our last meeting with us and our kids, he explained that it could be emotional but Ryan made all of us feel very comfortable and at ease. We have already recommended Ryan and his firm to several friends and family.
Review Left On 10/02/2019
Charlie Haire

Collier Law came highly recommended with the event of needing guidance handling an unexpected probate. The probate was both involved and during a very sad time in our family. We were introduced to Stephanie Palmblad, who along with her staff were both very thorough, were always friendly and helpful explaining and answering all our questions. It was so very comforting to have this open atmosphere and confidence our needs were met with warmth and accuracy. We have also chosen to have a trust written. Very grateful. We will recommend Stephanie to all; You will be pleased you chose Stephanie for your estate needs.
Review Left On 10/02/2019
GEORGE CROSS

I first went to Collier Law to open a trust which led to filing for a conservatorship for my wife who has Alzheimer's. I met with Ryan Collier who put the trust together, I also met attorney Sarah Lowe who helped and advised me with issues relating to the conservatorship. I came to Collier after firing my previous lawyer for incompetence. All at Collier are well versed in estate law, wills, trusts and probate, this is their specialty. The office is clean and well run with competent staff. To avoid making my mistake, don't hire an attorney just because they're the closest,(demographically) or have the largest ad in the yellow pages or online.
Review Left On 10/02/2019
Michael Marks

I needed to update my estate planning documents to take account of changed life circumstances. Stephanie Palmblad walked me through the process of setting up a trust and preparing a will and other documents. I appreciate the care the staff at Collier puts into getting a variety of complicated documents in order. It makes sense to work with a law firm that specializes in wills, trusts, and probates. I also like that Collier establishes a clear and easy-to-understand fee structure for a package of services rather than hourly billing. It makes the whole process that much easier.
Review Left On 10/02/2019
Dama Curtright

My pastor recommended Ryan Collier when I was unexpectedly put in the position of needing an attorney to help me through the probate process. My cousin was further able to vouch for Ryan as he had him as a student at Willamette University and spoke very highly of him. My cousin is protective of me and when he heard I had retained Ryan he was so glad! So, I entered the relationship with confidence based on the referrals from men I trust and hold in high regard. Throughout the process I have found Ryan and his associates to be very kind and helpful. It is a very good office to work with. They respond quickly and are very thorough and fair. Probably the absolute best thing about Ryan is his character and faith. I trust him and know he has my best interest in mind at all times. The work product he produced for my estate planning was amazingly thorough and has given me much peace of mind. I confidently recommend him to friends and family because I know first hand how good and caring he is. When you enter the Collier law office you can tell much thought was given to creating a space that promotes a feeling of calmness and peace. Ryan and his associates have been a blessing to me during a difficult time.
Review Left On 10/02/2019
Larry George

Great law firm to do trust work.
Review Left On 07/02/2019
Kerry Dayton

We had a Trust that needed review and revisions. After studying reviews and testimonials we chose Collier Law. Great decision on our part as Stephanie easily handled it. She is very knowledgeable and efficient and worked with us to finalize everything. Hard to find this kind of person with such high ethical and moral standards. Highly recommend her. She will meet your needs.
Review Left On 03/02/2018
Vicki

I recently moved from another state and worked with Stephanie Palmblad at Collier Law to re-do my estate plan to be consistent with Oregon law. My new plan was not only revised to do this, but was revised to be so much more comprehensive and clear than my original plan. I was so impressed by the thoroughness and organization. Stephanie gave me excellent advice on aspects related to potential taxes. The final binder was well organized, with space to complete essential personal information to guide successor trustees. The plan included an account at DocuBank to store and access advanced directive information. The service was so much more than I expected, and I would recommend Collier law to everyone seeking a well crafted estate plan.
Review Left On 03/02/2018
Kim Shubin

Great experience working with Stephanie Palmblad and the Collier Law staff. Stephanie helped my mother with a trust and then the administration of it after she passed away. Stephanie was attentive by keeping us informed throughout the process. Stephanie was able to explain things in an understandable way. The office staff were friendly and helpful. I highly recommend Stephanie for any estate planning needs.
Review Left On 03/02/2018
Angel Angel

From the support staff to our amazing attorney Stephanie Palmblad our experience was very positive and enjoyable. We set up a trust that was so thorough it was mind blowing. Stephanie was extremely knowledgeable and worked with us tirelessly to make sure that we understood each item of our Trust. She was able to walk us through a multitude of safeguards and scenarios that made us feel certain that no matter what the issue in the future (death, illness, incapacity and so on) we or our beneficiaries would be taken care of according to our wishes. All aspects from taking care of our kids (even our pets) to setting up advanced directives for each of us were explained, each item worked through and detailed in plain language. While some of these topics were difficult to think about we felt secure and understood throughout. I feel that there will be a lasting working relationship and that all our needs (even the ones we were unaware of) were met.
Review Left On 03/02/2018
Mike Ritter

Ryan and Holley and the team at Collier Law are exceptional at what they do and the quality of service they provide. You will feel completely taken care of. Thanks to all of you!
Review Left On 03/02/2018
Amy Ernst

Not a good human or lawyer...
Review Left On 03/02/2018
C. vonKaenel

I would suggest that finding an estate attorney ranks right up there at the top as far as "scary" decision time, and I relied greatly on client reviews. After studying reviews and testimonials, along with the information on their website, I chose Collier Law to set up my estate plans. It was one of the best decisions that I have ever made. I worked with Ryan Collier and his knowledgeable and personable team throughout the process. From the very first meeting, I had complete trust and confidence in Ryan's expertise and flawless attention to detail. He clearly and patiently set out all of the options I had when choosing the estate plan that would best meet my needs. What was especially reassuring was that when he was working with me, I knew that he was 100% invested in my specific needs and in protecting my future. There were no interruptions, our meetings were unhurried and productive, and I felt valued. I knew that he cared about doing what was best for me, not only on a professional level but on a personal, human level as well. I have not met very many professional people who have the ethical and moral compass that Ryan has, and I know that my future is secure and safe with his guidance. Since my family lives out of state, Ryan has made it clear that he is literally just a phone call away and will assist them with everything when there is a need in the future. I know that I have the very best estate attorney as my advocate and legal guide. He is also a wonderful person. The entire Collier Law team exemplifies the positive qualities that I found in Ryan Collier, and the trust that I have in him extends to every one of his associates and staff.
Review Left On 03/02/2018
Roger Benedict

I have worked with many attorneys on behalf of my clients over the years, and I am very positive about rating Collier Law with five stars for anyone in need of advice or assistance with trusts, wills and estate planning. I recommend Ryan Collier and his firm highly not just because they are experts in this area of law, but also because they are creative in finding appropriate solutions to very personal family estate matters and are very skilled in making the entire process efficient and understandable.
Review Left On 03/02/2018
kay klaus

Ryan and his staff are exceptional. They helped us so much during the legal process we had been putting off -- but needed to do.
We would highly recommend Ryan Collier for your Estate Planning!
Review Left On 03/02/2018
Rick Boyd

Ryan Collier is very helpful in developing estate plans and wills.
Review Left On 03/02/2017
Cory Spangler

It was an excellent experience to work with Jeff and the staff at Collier Law. They were very professional, knowledgeable and personal. I highly recommend them.
Review Left On 03/02/2017
Kathleen Hocevar

I reside in Michigan and needed legal advise for a situation in Mobile County, Alabama. I could not have a made a better choice than Collier Law Firm.. From the very first conversation with Heather, I knew I would be in good hands. She went above and beyond to resolve my legal issue and is very pleasant to work with. Thank you, Heather!
Review Left On 03/02/2017
Barb Hubbard

Ryan Collier and his staff are extremely professional, ethical, and compassionate. They not only make you feel at home but like you are part of their family. They took a rather complicated and daunting experience of making a will and trust and actually made it a pleasant experience. Ryan and his staff take the time to go over all of your questions and never make you feel like you are waisting their time. Ryan has a great way of putting you at ease and just helping you to relax through this process. If you are in need of Estate planning please do not hesitate to contact Collier Law.
Review Left On 03/02/2016
Michael Egan

Be Prepared!
Working with Collier Law gave me the reassurance that someone always had my back and they were always prepared. Legal matters take a certain expertise and the staff at Collier Law certainly have it. They were quick to answer any questions I had and guide me through the procedures we worked on.
Thank you Collier Law!
Review Left On 03/02/2016
Jane S

Ryan helped us set up a revocable living trust. He and his team are knowledgeable, professional, and friendly. Every step of the way Ryan helped us understand the law, and helped us incorporate our values into our plan. He understands that the process can be confusing and that the many details can feel overwhelming, and he never made me feel like a dummy for needing to have certain information repeated. He has a wonderful personality and will put you at ease.

I also love that Ryan is committed to his community. He is always sponsoring events for Marion Polk Food Share, Liberty House and other worthy organizations. I would recommend Collier Law to anyone looking for a trustworthy, dedicated, and smart lawyer.
Review Left On 03/02/2015
Vicki Neidinger

I had an excellent experience working with Collier Law. My aunt passed and probate was required. Having heard the stories of Probate I was relieved and impressed with the professionalism, efficiency and compassionate treatment I received. I was communicated with every step of the process by Stephanie & Bobbi. Being from California and recently Roseburg I had so much to learn about Salem and Oregon. Fortunately the process proceeded with only a few bumps and probate was completed in less than 7 months. I would highly recommend the team at Collier Law.
Review Left On 03/02/2014
Brent Allen

Collier Law was the most professional and friendly law firm we have ever dealt with.
Our need was estate planning and they were thorough and efficient. Their knowledge and advice was both accurate and up to date with current trends and felt they were sensitive to our plans and needs. Our experience was 5 star and we will be using them again in the future. We highly recommend !!
Review Left On 03/02/2014
Michael Thornicroft

I know Ryan from law school. Even though I, too, am an attorney, when my father passed away, my mother needed help with the estate and dealing with the insurance companies. I knew Ryan was good at this area of the law.

He made my mom feel so much better. He told her to not worry about a thing and he would take care of everything. He called my mom a couple of weeks later and told her she needed to come to his office as there were checks for my mom to pick up. It was a stressful time for her and he made it painless.

I have lost track of how many times I have sent my real esate clients to Ryan for help. I know they will receive the advice they need. It is always nice as an attorney to know there is another attorney you can rely upon and do not need to worry.

When you meet him, not only will his professionalism shine, but he is a genuine person who cares about his client's needs. You and your family will receive quality representation at a reasonable cost. Five stars in my book!
Review Left On 03/02/2014
Richard Spear

We had just a great experience working with Ryan and the staff of Collier Law. In establishing a family revocable trust, Ryan made the very complicated understandable. He guided us through a thoughtful process, helping us put our values and our wishes into a complex legal document. We would highly recommend Ryan and Collier Law to anyone seeking assistance with estate planning.
Review Left On 03/02/2014
Rita Holt

To whom it concerns,
I am a senior and needed to update my Will. I became aware of Ryan W. Collier through a lunceon provided by Marion Polk Food Share. There was a joint meeting with with Rick Gaupo and Ryan Collier. It was held at the collier Law offices. There I learned the advantages of having a Living Revocable Trust and thereby avoiding probate.

I met with Ryan and he created a Living Revocable Trust for me. He explained each step and invited questions, as we worked through the process. He was very forthright and amiable. He made the process comfortable for me. Ryan explained the processes to me verbably and also wrote them down for reference.

I highly recommend Ryan Collier for meeting your needs as you plan for your heirs future.
Review Left On 03/02/2014
Gene Griffiths

Ryan was flexible to deal with our schedule which prevented us from taking care of things in a timely manner, and he was available when it worked for us. He prepared his explanations carefully and in layman's terms and was willing to reexplain if necessary. We also appreciated the fact that he honored our request to have our son join us and go through the documents. It was important to us that he worked on a fee basis and was willing to spend as much time as necessary, and we never felt like we were rushed. Ryan took into account what we felt was important in setting up our documents. He is a person with ethics and integrity and knowledge of the field in which he practices. We would not hesitate to recommend him.
Review Left On 03/02/2014
Jackie Miller

We recently had the pleasure of working with Ryan as we updated our estate planning portfolio. His office was very welcoming and his manner very professional and caring. He was always well-prepared for each appointment and explained each step in a way that we could easily understand. He also encouraged us to ask questions or to contact him at anytime that we didn't understand something - or just needed a listening ear.

Our experience was a very good one and we feel that we've made a new friend. We wholeheartedly recommend Ryan to anyone needing estate planning services - and we are pleased to award him with five big gold stars!

Lindsey and Jackie Miller
Review Left On 03/02/2014
Tom Andersen

Ryan has been doing our family's will and estate planning for a lot of years. I would recommend Ryan to any one who is interested in making sure their estate will be handled correctly.
Carol & Tom Andersen

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