$ 680-780 per hour
Amy J Cross
also known as Amy Cross-DeHaven
About Amy
Biography
Amy is a seasoned attorney with more than twenty-five years of in-depth experience in estate planning, probates, trust administrations, general business matters and taxation, protective proceedings, and beneficiary representation matters in Oregon and Washington State. As a shareholder at Buchalter, A Professional Corporation, in Portland, Oregon, and Seattle, Washington, Amy represents high-net worth individuals and families throughout the United States and internationally.
Amy’s greatest strength is her ability to connect with clients; developing trust, open conversations, and mutual respect. She recognizes that her job as an Estate Planning attorney is to first listen to each client’s unique and dynamic family story, and then to proactively craft a generational legacy plan in a compassionate and meaningful way that meets each client’s goals. She leads her clients with firm belief that planning ahead often optimizes independence for the future and helps safeguard family wealth and relationships over time. She is the ultimate problem-solver, helping clients understand complex legal process and ultimately bringing peace of mind to each person, and family, she represents.
Amy received her Juris Doctorate (JD) at the University of Oregon School of Law, where she also completed their estate planning program, and attended the University of Portland earning a Bachelor of Arts in English. She is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Gus Solomon Inns of Court, National Association of Charitable Gift Planners, Oregon Women Lawyers, and the Multnomah County Bar Association. She is licensed in Oregon, Washington, and New York.
As a native Oregonian, Amy enjoys unwinding outdoors with her family. She plays the piano, enjoys folk and pop concerts, and her estate planning theme song is "Fight for your Right" by the Beastie Boys, with the intention that pre-planning for life's future unknowns when you are healthy and well allows you to go out and live your best life with confidence!
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Washington for 7 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2018
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oregon for 20 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 25 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
Buchalter
805 SW Broadway, Suite 1500, Portland, OR, 97205
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Amy J Cross's Reviews
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Posted by Gale | December 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Amy Cross
Over the years as Amy has helped me with various legal issues including probating a complicated estate, I have found her a pleasure to work with in addition to being extremely knowledgeable and competent. I trust her judgement and abilities.
Posted by Connie | March 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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Amy J Cross------excellent service provided!
Amy Cross reviewed and analysed my Trust and conferred with me about my existing documents. She then assisted me with my estate planning. She prepared and executed my Last Will, Durable Power of Attorney, Oregon Advance Directive, Burial Instructions, and Tangible Personal Property List. She recom...
Posted by Martha | March 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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A Great Experience with Amy Cross
I have worked with Amy Cross since 2011 when she handled my divorce. Amy is understanding of any situation and very practical. She is reality based and will take the time to explain different options that are possible for a particular situation, and the best way to accomplish the outcome. Contacting...
Posted by Gary | March 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Amy J. Cross
Ms Cross did an excellent job getting my mother into Medicaid and all the ensuing paper was work and guidance she provided was great, she was very well versed in all aspects of elder law and never had to take extra time for answering all my questions. She is probably the best Lawyer I have ever deal...
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"I have known Amy for a number of years. She is an outstanding attorney who truly cares about her clients. When I need a referral, Amy is the first on my list because I trust her. On top of all of that, she is a great person. I am always pleased to get the opportunity to work with Amy."
"I have worked with Amy in collaborative family law. Amy is both skilled and compassionate. She advocates well for her client, but also provides great insight to help the professional team navigate difficult legal and emotional issues."
"Amy Cross and I had a case together that was very contentious, with many emotional and complicating factors. Rather than litigate heavily, (which could have earned her more attorney fees) she worked very hard to resolve the issues most important to her client. Since this case I have referred many dissolution, custody cases, and other family law matters to her. I was very impressed with her work. She is smart as a whip, compassionate, and when push comes to shove very willing to go to bat (in court and out of court) for her clients."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Top 3 Estate Planning Lawyers, Portland, OR, Three Best Rated.com
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Shareholder, Buckley Law
2017 - 2021
Of Counsel - Estate Planning, Gevurtz Menashe, P.C.
2006 - 2017
Attorney, Amy J. Cross, P.C. (Cross Law P.C.)
Associations
2019 - Present
The National Association of Charitable Gift PlannersMember
2018 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
2018 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Gus J. Solomon American Inn of CourtMember
2017 - Present
Multnomah County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Oregon Women Lawyers (Clackamas and Queens Bench Chapters)Member
2005 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
Education
1999
University of Oregon School of Law
Estate Planning Program Completion
1999
University of Oregon School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
University of Portland
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
Remapping Our Future - 12th Annual Conference & Training
Estate Planning and Collaborative Premarital Agreements
2019
Financial Planning Association of Oregon & SW Washington
Special Needs Planning (The Basics)
2018
Special Needs Planning - Education Workshop
Special Needs Planning
2018
Navigating New Frontiers in Family Law Cases
Special Issues Presented When Representing Elderly and Disabled Clients
2015
Oregon State Bar, CLE Committee
"If I Only Knew" Practice Tips and Advice from Sole Practitioners
2014
Oregon State Bar, CLE Committee
"If I Only Knew" Practice Tips and Advice from Sole Practitioners
2013
Oregon State Bar, CLE Committee
"If I Only Knew" Practice Tips and Advice from Sole Practitioners
2012
Oregon State Bar, CLE Committee
"If I Only Knew" Practice Tips and Advice from Sole Practitioners
Publications
2020
Gevurtz Menashe Blog
Advanced Estate Planning Tips
2020
Portland Business Journal
6 Advanced Estate Planning Strategies
2018
Gevurtz Menashe Blog
Estate Planning Hot Topics for 2018
2018
Portland Business Journal
Modern Trends in Estate Planning
2017
Gevurtz Menashe Blog
The Spirit of Giving: Why Having an Estate Plan is a Gift to Others
Languages
English
Activity
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