About Brook
While in law school, Brook undertook a much-varied courseload to ensure he received the broadest legal education possible. Brook graduated in the spring of 2009 and joined the Oregon State Bar that fall.
Prior to enrolling in law school Brook worked in an entomology laboratory, collecting data on resistance development in pests of transgenic cotton and co-authoring several publications on the subject. He has always maintained wide interests, having given of his time to support the arts, the environment, and other charities. Away from the law Brook enjoys sports and exploring all that Oregon has to offer with his wife and their dogs.
Practice areas
- Lawsuits and disputes: 35%
Brook has experience in many different types of civil disputes, ranging from commercial collections and breach of contract to legal malpractice, defamation, and elder financial abuse.
10 years
- Probate: 25%
Brook has experience in the administration of small estates and the probate of both testate and intestate estates too large to qualify for that simplified process. Additionally, he has advised clients regarding probate disputes such as claims against estates and will contests.
10 years
- Contracts and agreements: 20%
Helping clients to understand and enforce their contract rights is a regular part of Brook's practice, as well as drafting contracts of various types including settlements, shareholder buy-sell agreements, stock and asset purchases, etc.
10 years
- Elder law: 15%
Elder financial abuse is an important issue to Brook, who has experience representing both plaintiffs and defendants in these matters.
10 years
- Estate planning: 5%
One of Brook's favorite practice areas is estate planning because it is one of the rare legal specialties in which he gets to help clients avoid problems rather than fix them after the fact. Brook offers simple wills for single individuals and couples on a flat-fee basis.
10 years
Languages spoken
English
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Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| OR | Active | 2009 | 11/03/2019 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Top Contributor | Avvo.com | 2018 |
| Top Contributor | Avvo.com | 2016 |
| Top Contributor | Avvo.com | 2014 |
| Top Contributor | Avvo.com | 2013 |
| Copper Award | United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona | N/A |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Attorney | Intelekia Law Group LLC | 2017 - Present |
| Shareholder | Owens, Pinzelik, Wood & Schaff, P.C. | 2015 - 2016 |
| Shareholder | Owens, Sneller, Pinzelik, Wood & Schaff, P.C. | 2015 - 2015 |
| Shareholder | Owens, Sneller, Pinzelik & Wood, P.C. | 2011 - 2015 |
| Associate | David W. Owens, P.C. & Associates | 2009 - 2011 |
| Law Clerk | David W. Owens, P.C. & Associates | 2008 - 2009 |
|---|
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon State Bar, Professionalism Committee | Member | 2018 - Present |
| Oregon State Bar, Elder Law Section, CLE Programs Subcommittee | Member | 2018 - Present |
| Oregon State Bar, Elder Law Section | Member | 2017 - Present |
| Oregon State Bar, Fee Arbitration Program | Arbitrator/Mediator | 2014 - Present |
| Oregon State Bar, Estate Planning and Administration Section | Member | 2012 - Present |
| Multnomah Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
|---|
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Blog Article | Elder Abuse and What You Can Do About It | 2018 |
| Blog Article | Planning for Your Digital Assets | 2018 |
| Oregon State Bar, Elder Law Section | Factors to Consider When Deciding Whether to File a Civil Action for Abuse | 2018 |
| Blog Article | The Myth of "the Estate's Attorney" | 2017 |
| Blog Article | How to Respond to a Small Claims Lawsuit | 2017 |
| Blog Article | Protecting Deceased Loved Ones from Identity Theft | 2015 |
|---|---|---|
| Blog Article | The College Send Off Done Right | 2013 |
| Blog Article | Understanding the Legal and Practical Risks of Social Media | 2013 |
| Blog Article | Oregon Small Claims Court – Getting Started | 2013 |
| Blog Article | How to Keep your Legal Fees Down | 2013 |
| Blog Article | Don’t Step in That… Common Estate Planning Mistakes | 2012 |
| Blog Article | Don’t Step in That… Common Estate Planning Mistakes, Part 2 | 2012 |
| Blog Article | Oregon Transfer-on-Death Deeds – A New Club for your Estate Planning Bag? | 2012 |
| Blog Article | The American Rule & Oregon Small Contract Claims | 2012 |
| Blog Article | Common Neighborly Disputes | 2012 |
| Blog Article | What's the Big Deal? Why You Need a Will | 2011 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Lewis & Clark Northwestern Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 2009 |
| University of Arizona | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2002 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Community Outreach Open House | Estate Planning for Veterans and Their Families | 2015 |
| Community Outreach Open House | Estate Planning for Veterans and Their Families | 2014 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| J.M. & D.Z. v H.S. | Client awarded over $47,000 in damages and the authority to conduct and complete repairs without need for Neighbor's permission |
| C.P. v T.L.B. & J.D.B. | Judgment in favor of victim for treble damages totalling nearly $1,700,000, and attorney fees awarded to niece for bringing suit. |
| R.B. v. S.B.C.M., Inc. | Favorable Settlement |
| R.B.I. & M.C.C. v E.I.A.C. & E.A.G.L.E.I. | Settlement in Clients' favor |
| B.D. v. F.L.D. | Judgment for client dismissing with prejudice |
| O.E., Inc. v. R.C. & S.C. | Judgment in Client's favor for full amount |
|---|---|
| O.E., Inc. v. C.S. | Settlement in client's favor for full amount |
| T.H. v. C.P. | Settlement in client's favor for full amount |
| Estate of J.J.R. | Estate properly probated and closed. |
| Estate of G.J. | Estate properly probated and closed. |
| K.A.L. v. J.M.L. | Settlement in client's favor, paying $4,000 on judgment for $8,400 |
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Attorney endorsements
(16)Hovanes Margarian, Consumer protection Attorney on Mar 3, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Anastatia Ellis, Estate planning Attorney on Dec 12, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have read many of Attorney Wood's answers on Avvo, his legal guides and profile, and I believe that he is well-versed in the area of estate planning. I particularly enjoyed his legal guides and his inclusion of estate planning for pets.
Alexis Brown, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on Dec 7, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Wood's responses on Avvo are both insightful and informative. I have no doubt that he represents each of his clients the same way. I endorse Mr. Wood.
Rachel Sabo, Employment and labor Attorney on Dec 5, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.
Rebecca Evans, Estate planning Attorney on Dec 2, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. It is clear from Mr. Wood's responses to questions posed by Avvo users that he is very knowledgeable in his fields of law and is able to appropriately guide clients in the right direction.
Matisyahu Wolfberg, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Nov 22, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Jodie Sneller, Divorce and separation Attorney on Oct 26, 2012
Relationship: Co-worker
I highly recommend Mr. Wood. Brook joined the firm as a law clerk in 2008, then as an attorney in 2009, and, along with myself, became a shareholder in 2011. Since I first began working with him I recognized Brook's ability to understand a client's issue and ferret out the right answer to most any problem.
David Owens, General practice Attorney on Oct 26, 2012
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I have no hesitations endorsing Mr. Wood. I hired Brook as a law clerk during his final year of law school and he has been a strong contributor to this firm ever since. Brook joined the firm as an attorney in 2009 after passing the Bar exam, and, in 2011 became a shareholder in the firm. I have every confidence in his abilities to represent this firm and its clients.
Gary Kester, Car accident Attorney on Oct 23, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Raphael Moore, Business Attorney on Oct 18, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Good insight, and practical answers to community questions.
Christian Lassen, Life insurance Attorney on Oct 14, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
Howard Lewis, Divorce and separation Attorney on Oct 13, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Wood is an outstanding attorney with an excpetional reputation. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend his legal services.
Harry Konst, Real estate Attorney on Oct 9, 2012
Relationship: Other
I've been following Mr. Wood's posts on Avvo and find him to be very knowledgeable and well spoken on issues of the law. I endorse him. www.KonstLaw.com
Cameron Levine, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 8, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Brook is intelligent, driven, and passionate about his work. I have no hesitations endorsing him.
Joshua Pond, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 5, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I went to law school with Brook and know him to be a man of integrity. He will treat your case with the due diligence it deserves. On top of that, he is part of a legal team at his firm that can't be beat. They have a wealth of experience stretching back decades. You can't go wrong with Brook.
Levi Johnston, Business Attorney on Sep 27, 2012
Relationship: Friend
Brook's integrity, work ethic, and commitment to his clients is unparalleled; I cannot speak highly enough of his services. He is the attorney that I feel most comfortable recommending to members of my family for their estate and probate needs. I am pleased to have had that opportunity in the past, and I will continue to recommend him in the future.
Cost
- Hourly Rates$250-$350/hour
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