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Jonathan P Bacsalmasi
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Biography
Jonathan Bacsalmasi is an attorney at Fitzwater Law focusing on estate planning, probate, trust administration, guardianship/conservatorship, and elder Law, matters. He guides clients through the estate planning process to ensure their affairs and long-term goals are in order while also accounting for problematic family dynamics. In probate and trust administration matters, he helps clients and families through the transition period of settling a loved one’s estate.
Jonathan is passionate about working in collaboration with clients to create estate plans that anticipate and address their current needs, while also protecting family assets for future generations. He focuses on Fitzwater Law's elder law clients to discuss Medicaid planning options and to properly prepare clients for the devastating costs of long-term care. He also assists to establish guardianship or conservatorship for individuals who need help with personal and medical decisions. Jonathan works with Veterans to plan for VA Pension and Aid & Attendance benefits. Jonathan is accredited by the US Department of Veterans Affairs and is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys.
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Licensed in Oregon for 8 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2017
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Location
Fitzwater Law
6400 SE Lake Road Suite 440, Portland, OR, 97086
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Posted by Anne | October 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Jonathan: thorough, patient and knowledgeable
Jonathan redid my previous poorly written Trust with great care and over many consultations. He answered my questions clearly and without using jargon. He made a work list for our next appointment, and followed up my emails and phone calls promptly. He is friendly, honest, and knowledgeable. I would ...
Jonathan P Bacsalmasi's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jonathan is a kind, intelligent, and compassionate estate planning attorney. I'm continually impressed by how well he connects with clients and the quality of his legal advice. I highly recommend Jonathan for your estate planning needs."
"Jonathan is smart, hardworking, and really cares about doing a good job. I highly recommend him."
"Jonathan combines extensive knowledge of estate planning and elder law with a strong focus on helping clients every way possible. He's also very easy-going and enjoyable to talk with."
"Jonathan is a thorough and extremely intelligent attorney. I have had the privilege to work with him on several different matters, and have always been impressed with his depth of knowledge."
"Jonathan is an excellent attorney; but more than that, he is a good person. I have had the pleasure of knowing Jonathan for over a year. He has a passion for his craft and the people he serves. If you are looking for a compassionate attorney to help you protect yourself, your family, and your estate, look no further."
"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent and professional!"
"I am an estate planning and elder law attorney in Florida and have had the pleasure of getting to know Jonathan over the last few years. He is extremely knowledgeable, professional and very sensitive to the needs of his clients. If you're looking for an attorney to assist you with estate planning or elder law, Jonathan is an excellent choice."
"I've worked with Jonathan on numerous probate and trust administrations over the past year and found him to be caring and conscientious of each client's goals and needs."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Merit Scholarship Recipient, Willamette University College of Law
2015
Merit Scholarship Recipient, Willamette University College of Law
2014
Merit Scholarship Recipient, Willamette University College of Law
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Attorney, Fitzwater Law
2018 - 2021
Attorney, Collier Law
2017 - 2018
Attorney, Law Office of Eden Rose Brown
2016 - 2017
Law Clerk, Law Office of Eden Rose Brown
2014 - 2016
Law Clerk, Collier Law
Associations
2022 - Present
Clackamas County Bar Association, Law Library CommitteeLaw Library Committee
2022 - Present
Clackamas County Bar AssociationMember
2019 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
2019 - Present
Oregon State Bar, Elder Law SectionMember
2019 - Present
Salem Alzheimers NetworkMember
2019 - Present
US Department of Veterans AffairsAccreditation
2018 - Present
ElderCounselMember
2017 - Present
Marion County Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Multnomah County Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Oregon State Bar, Estate Planning SectionMember
2017 - Present
Salem Young ProfessionalsMember
2017 - Present
Wills for HeroesParticipant
2016 - Present
WealthCounselMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Court Appointed Attorney
Education
2016
Willamette University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2012
University of Arizona
BS - Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Speaking Engagements
2020
Elder Law, Medicaid Planning, and VA Pension Benefits
Elder Law, Medicaid Planning, and VA Pension Benefits
2019
Willamette Valley Hospice End of Life Symposium
Estate Planning Workshop
2019
Medicare Rodeo
Estate Planning Workshop
2019
Estate Planning Seminar
Key Estate Planning Tools in Oregon
2019
Alzheimers Association
Core Estate Planning Tools in Oregon
2019
Affinity Advisor Network
Core Estate Planning Tools in Oregon
Publications
2022
Oregon State Bar - Elder Law Newsletter
Identifying and Reporting Suspected Elder Abuse
2020
Oregon State Legislature - Legislative Session
House Bill 2412
2020
Oregon State Bar Estate Planning and Administration Section newsletter
Oregon's New Probate Laws for Estates with Wrongful Death or Personal Injury Claims
2019
Oregon State Bar - Elder Law Newsletter
Unmarried in Oregon: Key estate planning tools for couples to protect themselves and eachother
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
What can I do with a large amount of cash found after an estate is settled?
27 Nov 2020
Q&A
How to evict husband from property when he is not the successor trustee of the trust? and is unwilling to vacate the property.
24 May 2019
Q&A
In Oregon, when can an affiant of a small estate Affidavit be able to transfer vehicle titles to scrap non running vehicles?
09 May 2019
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Advantages of a Revocable Living Trust
03 Mar 2020
Legal Guide
Probate in Oregon
03 Mar 2020
Legal Guide
VA Pension and Aid & Attendance Benefits
03 Mar 2020