Steven M Zipper

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Steven M Zipper

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 29 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Portland, OR
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Trusts ... +2 more

115 NW 1st Ave Ste 400, Portland, OR

Virtual Consultation Available

About Steven

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 40%

30 years

40%
Probate 20%

30 years

20%
Trusts 20%

30 years

20%
Tax 10%

30 years

10%
Wills and Living Wills 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017 2016 2015

Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 22 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Oregon for 29 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 1996

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Gevurtz Menashe PC

115 NW 1st Ave Ste 400, Portland, OR, 97209-4024

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Law Offices of Steven M Zipper

115 NW 1st Ave Ste 400, Portland, OR, 97209-4024

gevurtzmenashe.com/family-law-attorneys/steven-m-zipper/

Steven M Zipper's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

34 Client Reviews

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Posted by Janet | January 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

A truly top-notch attorney

My siblings and I hired Steve Zipper to advise us through the process of dealing with our parent's estates, both before and after their deaths. We had many decisions to make and did not know where to begin. Steve advised and guided us through decisions regarding our parents' waning mental capaciti...es; LLC law; tax strategy for two trusts; the resignation and replacement of two trustees; coordinating with real estate lessees; and the distribution of assets to four beneficiaries. Through it all, Steve was a true professional. He returned our calls and emails promptly; always made sure we understood the law and the steps we needed to take; he made sure the trustees understood and were up to date on their duties; and he helped us resolve our conflicts (not an easy task). Steve earned our trust with his legal acumen, diligence, and his genuine interest in the well-being of us all. I am delighted to give him my highest recommendation.

Posted by Catherine | September 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Amazing Experience!

I'm writing to express our gratitude to Steven Zipper an his staff. Mr. Zipper came highly recommended for good reason. He patiently and thoroughly walked us through our options in regards to preparing our will. He told us what to expect in regard to the product, price and time frames all of which we...re adhered to. We can recommend Mr. Zipper and his staff without any reservation!

Posted by James | April 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Recommended Estate Planning Attorney

Steve was highly recommended to me and has definitely lived up to my expectations. After reviewing my existing estate plan, he identified a number of sections that didn't comply with my intent. After discussions, he prepared documents that represented my wishes while including cost saving solutions... for the estate. He listened to my concerns and offered important advice regarding a number of estate planning issues. All his services were provided in a timely, professional manner and based on my experience, I happily recommend him...

Posted by Jason | January 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Best Legal Experience I've Ever Had

I've worked with numerous lawyers over the last 20 years and at best have had an 'Ok' experience. But everything I experienced with Steven was absolutely amazing. His information and advice were great and he delivers it in a way you can understand. He's thorough and efficient and did a great job for ...my wife and I putting together our wills and trusts for our family. Best of all, Steven delivered everything he said he would, when he said he would, at the exact price he quoted us. I highly recommend Steve Zipper if you're looking for a great estate planning attorney.

Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

The best!

Steve was great from start to finish. We hired him for two wills and two trusts. He was personable and easy to work with. Steve listened to us and understood what we wanted, and he gave us great guidance on tax planning and protecting our children in the future. He also did an excellent job giving us... a clear and concise explanation of the somewhat complicated language in the documents. He had everything finished and to us when he said he would. My husband and I have both worked with several attorneys and this was the most positive experience with an attorney either of us has had. We highly recommend Steve!

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Stefan Wolf

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 27

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"Steve takes amazing care of his clients! I wholeheartedly endorse him."

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Meredith McMurray

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Albert Menashe

Estate planning lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Levin

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I trust Steve Zipper for the most complex estate planning issues that arise in my commercial litigation cases. He is pragmatic, calm and knowledgeable. I have a number of clients that I have referred to Steve that have reported how pleased they are with him. He is the person I would hire for my own estate planning needs."

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Joshua Barrett

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Steve is a caring, thoughtful, and capable lawyer. He is a terrific listener and truly takes personal interest in doing whatever he can to help. I would not hesitate to refer clients or family to Steve for help."

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Paige De Muniz

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Dylan Cernitz

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nigel Vanderford

Unknown lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Carson Bowler

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I never hesitate to refer clients to Steve. He is extremely diligent, capable and measured in his approach. And his interpersonal and communcation skills are top notch."

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Tiffany Jensen

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Steve takes the time to give personal attention to his clients. His knowledge and attention to detail provides his clients with confidence and peace of mind for all of their estate planning needs. I would never hesitate to refer any client to Steve as I know they will receive impeccable service."

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Kathryn Root

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Shawn Menashe

Wills and living wills lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

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Work Experience

2013 - Present

Shareholder, Gevurtz Menashe Larson Howe, PC

Associations

Oregon State Bar, Estate Planning and Administration Section

Education

1996

Willamette University College of Law

JD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA

1992

University of Michigan

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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