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Ginger S Skinner

Estate planning Attorney at Portland, OR

5.0   13 reviews
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  • Licensed for 9 years
    State WA
    Acquired 2013
    Status
    Active No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 17 years
    State OR
    Acquired 2005
    Status
    Active No misconduct found

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About Ginger

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HELPING PEOPLE THRIVE IN AN INCREASINGLY COMPLEX WORLD.

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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Skinner Law
9600 SW Barnes Rd
Suite 125
Portland, OR, 97225

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Posted by anonymous | January 22, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Exceptional service from an incredible team of professionals
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 proper understanding of such proceedings, we were immediately turned away by the first three firms we engaged, while simply wishing to tie up the loose ends inherent in the legal proceedings of a personal loss. Ginger took our case without hesitation, knowing full well we were likely heading to insolvency with our loved one's affairs. Her capacity to practice law in both Oregon and Washington was indispensable for us, matched only by her firm understanding of the surprisingly different proceedings from a state perspective. Beyond this, she was also able to navigate the precarious nature of international law to which other lawyers had balked. Beyond her expertise, the genuine nature of Ginger's firm was evident from our first encounter, and has persisted throughout a difficult year of probate. There was never a moment of frustration from our lack of familiarity with the law, nor an issue encountered that was presumed unsolvable; an additional level of complexity was added due to our case involving issues related to estate administration following a business owner's death, but was handled with the utmost equanimity. Ginger and her team has set a precedent on my expectations of any legal firm I engage in the future, and I assure a similar experience to anyone in search of a lawyer who establishes what it truly means to be a professional.
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Posted by Paul | February 5, 2016
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| Hired Attorney
Great work and advise
Recently my wife and I needed to have our trust updated and our estate plans reviewed. On advice of our financial advisor we turned to Ginger Skinner of Skinner Law. It is an understatement to say that we were delighted with the help and advice that Ms. Skinner provided. She was a good listener, a knowledgeable counsel and a thorough professional. It is without reservations that we would recommend Ginger Skinner to any who are needing an attorney for help with estate planning, business and tax law.
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Posted by Wendy | January 7, 2022
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| Consulted Attorney
Knowledgeable and Caring Guidance
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 facts, she evaluated me as a human being and tailored her approach to meet me where I was. (This was very different from experiences I've had with other professionals.) Estate and tax issues can be emotional and frightening. It makes all the difference to find someone who not only thoroughly understands the terrain but is genuinely caring.
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Posted by Hannah | June 17, 2020
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| Hired Attorney
A powerful turn of events
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 multiple professionals and helped to get the progress needed in very complex estate and trust issues that involved various states. She will take on a challenge and move toward a solution. Ginger is a great listener and has provided options based on what was best for me. She has strong personal values and is determined to act in a client's best interest while validating their concerns and is unafraid to confront and fight those who attempt to take advantage of her clients. I would hire Ginger again; she would be my first call. She is honest and compassionate, and her staff is warm and professional. I would recommend Ginger to anyone in need of a champion. Her counsel is money well spent.
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Posted by Kevin | February 6, 2020
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Excellent tax advice for a complicated probate
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 originally referred me to. Ginger was able to get me pointed in the right direction and working with the correct resources to unwind the tax nightmare associated with the complicated estate. I wish I had known about Skinner Law when I was originally seeking a law office to start the probate process.
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Posted by Michael | November 20, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Super!
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 through it gracefully. I highly recommend Ginger for any legal assistance with estate issues!
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Posted by Melissa | January 7, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Estate probate for father
My sister's and I live out of state from where my Dad's probate case was filed. It would have been impossible to make regular visits. Ginger Skinner and staff made it possible to move forward in a timely manner. They mailed, e-mailed, and telephoned me every step of the way. This helped me to understand the process, which helped me to be fair and patience. I highly recommend.
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Posted by Betty | January 13, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
An excellent attorney for trusts
I'm very glad my financial adviser recommended that I see Ginger Skinner for my trust update. When I called her, she told me we could have a meeting that would be at no cost to explore my problem, and to see if she thought she could help me. Also it let me meet her to decide if I thought she and I would be a good match. At the meeting I explained my needs and she told me how she worked and told me how much it would cost. I liked having that information up front. We set up a timeline and it all flowed smoothly. I felt she was very knowledgeable about Oregon trust laws! To sum it up, Ginger was knowledgeable, efficient, and very personable. I'd definitely see her again if there was a need.
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Posted by Cathy | September 3, 2015
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Reopen Probate Estate
So appreciated working with Ginger. She was honest with me about the costs and what needed to be done. Paperwork was efficiently prepared and I was surprised at how quickly the process moved. She explained "stuff" to me so I could understand. So refreshing after working with the original probate lawyer, which I would not recommend.
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Posted by George Gerding | July 29, 2015
Estate planning
We chose Ginger Skinner to design an estate plan for our family, a task we had put off for many years. We were impressed with her patient approach to the process, attention to our individual family needs and making positive recommendations that resulted in a very satisfactory and workable portfolio. We feel secure in knowing that our family has clear guidance as we age and best of all, an understanding lawyer to use as a resource.
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Posted by Jay | July 23, 2015
Excellent lawyer for estate planning
I strongly recommend Ginger Skinner for help in estate planning. She drew up my will, as well as a medical directive. She knows thoroughly federal and Oregon tax laws and can advise how best to draw up a will that matches your needs and wishes.
Posted by Dave | September 23, 2014
The Advocate You've Been Looking For
I can whole-heartedly recommend Ginger's legal skills. She has a great ability to quickly identify the key legal issues and address them in a cost-effective manner. She has excellent research skills and is able to identify appropriate cases to support the position she is prosecuting, while being aware of the strengths and limitations of each precedent she cites. She is a very valuable person to have promoting your cause.
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Posted by Vaughn S. | September 22, 2014
Great communicator
Ginger responded quickly to our needs. She wrote a concise, clear document, which a non-lawyer could understand. She helped us through several revisions and answered all our questions to our satisfaction. We will use her again for our future legal needs and I have no hesitation to recommend her to my friends and associates.
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AVVO RATING 9.4 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Founder
  • Skinner Law
  • 2013 - Present
  • General Counsel
  • First Commerce, LLC
  • 2010 - 2013
  • Associate attorney
  • Hanna Strader
  • 2006 - 2009

Education

  • University of Washington School of Law
  • LL.M - Master of Laws
  • 2006
  • University of Idaho College of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2005
  • Eastern Oregon University
  • BS - Bachelor of Science
  • 2000

Associations

  • Alzheimer's Association
  • Board Member
  • 2016 - Present
  • Northwest Planning Giving Roundtable
  • Member
  • 2015 - Present
  • Alzheimer's Association
  • Committee Member
  • 2015 - Present
  • Women in Insurance and Financial Services
  • Member
  • 2013 - Present
  • Oregon State Bar, Estate Planning and Administration Section
  • Member
  • 2013 - Present
  • Washington State Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2013 - Present
  • United States Tax Bar
  • Member
  • 2013 - Present
  • Oregon State Bar
  • Member
  • 2005 - Present
  • Oregon State Bar, Taxation Section, Legislative Subcommittee
  • Member
  • 2015 - 2016
  • South Portland Business Alliance
  • Member
  • 2015 - 2016
  • Friends of the Children
  • Board Member
  • 2015 - 2016
  • Living Yoga
  • Volunteer
  • 2014 - 2014
  • City Club of Portland
  • Member
  • 2014 - 2015
  • Eastern Oregon University Foundation
  • Trustee
  • 2007 - 2009
  • St. Andrews Legal Clinic
  • Volunteer
  • 2007 - 2007
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Client Rating
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2017

Publications

  • Estate Planning and Administration Section of the Oregon State Bar Newsletter
  • Oregon QTIP Election Versus OSMP Election: The Pros and Cons of Oregon Marital Deduction Elections
  • 2015
  • Oregon State Bar Estate Planning and Administration Section newsletter
  • Foreclosures of Reverse Mortgages: Inadvertent Tax Liability to Estate Beneficiaries
  • 2015
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Speaking Engagements

  • Seminar
  • Know the Ten Signs of Alzheimers Disease
  • 2016
  • Entrepreneurial Academy
  • A Real Business Plan: Doing What Works for You
  • 2015
  • New Tax Lawyers Division
  • Working as a Sole Tax Practitioner
  • 2015
  • Advanced Estate Planning and Administration 2014
  • Benefit Companies: Creating Socially Responsible Family Businesses
  • 2014
  • Seminar
  • Estate Planning Basics in Oregon
  • 2014
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Attorney endorsements

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Given (8)
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Trusts Attorney | Apr 19
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"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."
Estate planning Attorney | Jun 29
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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."
Estate planning Attorney | Jan 25
Relationship: Co-worker
"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."
Unknown Attorney | Jul 16
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"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."
Estate planning Attorney | Mar 20
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Ginger is a thoughtful, creative, and knowledgeable. I routinely recommend her to clients for estate planning needs."
Estate planning Attorney | Sep 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Ginger Skinner for her knowledge of estate planning and tax matters."
Tax Attorney | Aug 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Ginger is a great lawyer and will fight for your rights!"
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Portland Estate planning Lawyer Ginger S Skinner
Ginger S Skinner
Estate planning Attorney
Portland, OR
Licensed for 17 years
Virtual consultation available