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My legal practice focuses on estate planning, tax and nonprofit work. What drives me as an attorney is being able to help my clients navigate successfully through an increasingly complex world. That’s why I went to the University of Washington School of Law and earned a Masters of Laws in taxation. I thoroughly enjoy being able to explain sophisticated tax concepts to everyday people.
Working with families to come up with unique solutions to prevent discord and future strife is one of the many aspects of my calling that I love. As an estate planning attorney, I take into consideration the dynamics of the entire family, not just the individuals in front of me. I like to empower clients through education so they can achieve their goals, both financial and personal.
My goal is to ensure that each of my clients has peace of mind, knowing their wishes have been made clear, should something happen to them.
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State: Washington
Acquired: 2013
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State: Oregon
Acquired: 2005
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Posted by Wendy | January 7, 2022 | Consulted Attorney
I sought out Ginger Skinner because she was well-versed in both estate and tax law. I was a widow in a state of high anxiety and vulnerability about several issues. Ginger put me quickly at ease, answering my questions, reassuring me, and setting simple priorities. She didn't just look at the f...
Posted by Hannah | June 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney
During my first phone conversation with Ginger, she provided more useful information than had been offered in over a year of struggling with an estate and trust that was going nowhere. She was able to cut through years of misinformation and neglect. Being a skilled collaborator, she spoke with multip...
Posted by Kevin | February 6, 2020 | Hired Attorney
I turned to Ginger Skinner to help provide tax guidance on a very complex estate probate that had already been active for more than a year. She was immediately able to provide critical information that had not been provided by the primary probate law office or the accounting office they had original...
Posted by Michael | November 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Ginger was so helpful with every aspect related to my friend's estate. Her knowledge and capabilities were clear right from the start. She was very quick to respond and right on top of every step of the journey. She made the whole process as easy and comfortable as could be imagined, steering me thro...
Posted by anonymous | January 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney
I'd like to say that Ginger Skinner's service was as simple as exceptional, but to do so would understate her unparalleled acumen in law, and the profound impact she has had for me and my family. Under difficult circumstances uncommon in standard probate procedures and with our family lacking the pr...
"Ms. Skinner was opposing counsel on a very contentious matter. She was calm, cool, collected, and respectful to all parties, while still fighting for her client's interests."
"Ginger is a reasonable and experienced attorney. She provides valuable and quality service. I can give her the best endorsement there is: when I needed a lawyer to prepare my family’s wills and trusts, I turned to her. I highly recommend her."
"Ginger demonstrates a firm grasp of knowledge on the subject areas of tax, wills, trusts, charitable giving, intra-family gifting and general wealth succession. This is evident in her draftsmanship and in her relationships with her clients. I've had the pleasure of working with Ginger on complex estate administration and estate planning matters and found her to be knowledgeable, motivated, detailed oriented, and timely. I've come to value her greatly as a colleague."
"I can’t say enough good things about Ginger. She handles cases in a professional manner and is personable, warm, attentive, and responsive to her clients. Ginger really listens to what her clients want, considers all of the options, and educates her clients so that they are empowered to make educated decisions about their legal matters. Ginger excels at handling complicated estate plans, taking into account unique family dynamics, and complex tax considerations. Ginger explains her advice at a level that is accessible to everyone and her documents are drafted in language that is easy to understand. She is a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend Ginger."
"Ginger is a thoughtful, creative, and knowledgeable. I routinely recommend her to clients for estate planning needs."
"I endorse Ginger Skinner for her knowledge of estate planning and tax matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ginger is a great lawyer and will fight for your rights!"
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2017
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2013 - Present
Founder, Skinner Law
2010 - 2013
General Counsel, First Commerce, LLC
2006 - 2009
Associate attorney, Hanna Strader
2016 - Present
Alzheimer's AssociationBoard Member
2015 - Present
Northwest Planning Giving RoundtableMember
2015 - Present
Alzheimer's AssociationCommittee Member
2013 - Present
Women in Insurance and Financial ServicesMember
2013 - Present
Oregon State Bar, Estate Planning and Administration SectionMember
2013 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
United States Tax BarMember
2005 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
2015 - 2016
Oregon State Bar, Taxation Section, Legislative SubcommitteeMember
2015 - 2016
South Portland Business AllianceMember
2015 - 2016
Friends of the ChildrenBoard Member
2014 - 2014
Living YogaVolunteer
2014 - 2015
City Club of PortlandMember
2007 - 2009
Eastern Oregon University FoundationTrustee
2007 - 2007
St. Andrews Legal ClinicVolunteer
2006
LL.M - Master of Laws
2005
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
BS - Bachelor of Science
2016
Know the Ten Signs of Alzheimers Disease
2016
2015
Working as a Sole Tax Practitioner
2015
A Real Business Plan: Doing What Works for You
2014
Estate Planning Basics in Oregon
2014
Benefit Companies: Creating Socially Responsible Family Businesses
2016
2016
2016
2015
2015
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