$ 295-295 per hour
Gregory C Hansen
About Gregory
Biography
Mr. Hansen was raised in a small farming town in Southern Minnesota where he still has family and many friends. He graduated from the University of Minnesota and then went on to the University of North Dakota for his law degree. His Mid-Western accent has faded over the last 25 years, but his small town work ethic and determination remain. Mr. Hansen and his family are active members of the community.
For over 25 years Mr. Hansen has represented individuals and businesses in planning, transactions, and litigation in Oregon. He is a highly-regarded trial lawyer with a long history of actual courtroom experience and success. His work now focuses on Business, Real Estate, and Fiduciary/Elder Law matters.
A pragmatic thinker, Mr. Hansen is a well-connected member of the Willamette Valley who is extremely skilled in guiding clients through creative and efficient solutions which are unique to his practice. In that regard, he is a founding member of the University Club of Salem, whose members include many of the community's best and brightest people and businesses. For over fifteen years, he has been AV rated by Martindale Hubbell.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Elder Law
50%
37 years | 300 cases
Business
20%
37 years | 500 cases
Real Estate
20%
37 years | 450 cases
Litigation
10%
37 years | 300 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Oregon for 36 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Gregory C Hansen
570 Liberty St SE Ste 100, Salem, OR, 97301
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Gregory C Hansen's Reviews
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Posted by Tim | January 19, 2015
Gregory Hansen " I would highly recommend him"
I have high regards for Greg. There has been times when I need a knowledgeable lawyer in my corner. Help me understand the best options and how to proceed forward with them. My wife and I own a business and an issue came up where we needed legal help. It was the first time we had a case go to court, ...
Posted by Dan | January 19, 2015
Ultimate Professional
Greg Hansen has forever been kind, professional, engaged and highly successful in my many dealings with him. Greg has many specific talents, not the least of which is his unique ability to keep things simple. In a matter that seemed gigantic, and difficult, Greg reduced it down into smaller, manag...
Posted by Robert | January 19, 2015
Not just a lawyer, a business partner.
Greg provides excellent legal advice for all our organizations. He has assisted us in collecting funds, settling matters, responding to accusations, and in many other ways. No matter what the service, a phone call, a question, a letter, or legal representation, he always provides top notch service.
Posted by Benjamin | January 19, 2015
Great lawyer and a great friend
Greg has done a magnificent job representing our company for many years. You can talk to Greg about any issue, from a large legal matter to a minor problem within the company. He is easy to talk to, straight forward, and honest. Greg is not only a great lawyer but he has also been a great friend. ...
Posted by Dave | January 19, 2015
Excellent work
I had Mr. Hansen handle all the facets of setting my new corporation. Everything was completed exactly how and when I was told it would be, and I am very pleased. I would recommend Mr. Hansen to anyone without thinking twice. I have already recommended him to two friends, both of whom have reporte...
Gregory C Hansen's Lawyer Endorsements
"Greg is a dedicated, experienced attorney who advocates strongly for his clients. Having worked opposite Greg on a difficult elder fraud case, I found him to be fair and ethical and he keeps his ego in check to resolve matters efficiently and equitably. Greg has the highest level of integrity and we are fortunate to have him in our community. I endorse him wholeheartedly."
"When you need counsel to take an elder law case to trial, Greg is thorough and professional."
"Greg has a unique gift of cutting right to the heart of the matter and identifying important issues. This gift serves his clients well."
"I have had many cases against Greg Hansen over the past 20 years and when I have an Elder law case, He is the #1 lawyer I send them to. I endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hansen is the consummate professional. He is pragmatic and skilled at finding the best results for his clients. He is also highly skilled in the areas of business law, real estate and probate litigation."
"I have the pleasure of working in the same legal community as Greg Hansen. He is highly experienced, well respected and thorough in his work product. For these reasons, I regularly refer clients to Mr. Hansen and do not hesitate to endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer. We first met as opposing counsel, where we formed a good relationship that benefited both our clients. We have since collaborated on several matters, always with good results for all involved. Greg is a good guy and a smart guy, and is supported by a dynamite staff in his office."
"I regularly deal with Greg Hansen as opposing counsel and as co-counsel. He is smart, diligent, and good-humored. I refer clients to him without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Greg knows his area of law very well and is respected by both his peers and former clients. I have worked with and against him on legal matters and would not hesitate to hire him myself."
"I regularly refer litigation cases to Greg Hansen because of his skill, practical and technical knowledge, and his no nonsense approach. He is highly respected by the bench and bar."
"I endorse this lawyer. Greg is a wonderful advocate for the elder community, and handles litigation for my office in cases in which we have a conflict."
"Greg Hansen has provided legal advice to me on multiple occasions. He is an intelligent and thoughtful attorney who is able to balance competing concerns while providing practical and sound advice. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Greg gets results for his clients, and is thought highly of within the legal community."
"Greg is a practical and efficient adviser and litigator. It has been my pleasure to work with him to assist several clients with business and real estate matters and I have found him to be responsive, diligent and always focused on the client's ultimate objectives."
"Greg Hansen is a zealous advocate for his clients and a professional with integrity. I have been an opposing counsel on several matters with him. He was always true to his word and worked each time for a win-win resolution for all involved. He also loves Freedom. I endorse him without reservation."
"Mr. Hansen and I had a complicated elder abuse case that took well over a year to resolve. He was an outstanding advocate for his client without wasting his client's, or my client's, time or money. I endorse him."
"I've worked with Greg on a number of cases. He is thorough and the most prepared attorney in the courtroom and I trust his judgment. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Greg is an outstanding lawyer who fights hard for his clients. He is honest in his approach and gives sound legal advice. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Greg is an excellent A rated attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent Rated Judicial Edition, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Coach of the Year, Salem-Keizer Pop Warner
2012
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
1999
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1989
Burtness Law Scholar, Universtiy of North Dakota
1987
University of North Dakota Law Review, University of North Dakota
1983
Class President, University of Minnesota
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Member, GHCLaw LLC
1989 - 2007
Shareholder, Crothers Hansen PC
Associations
2015 - Present
Oregon State Bar, Real Estate and Land Use SectionMember
2009 - Present
University Club - SalemFounder / President
2008 - Present
Marion County Bar Association, Court Practices and Procedures CommitteeMember
2003 - Present
Willamette Valley Estate Planning CouncilMember
2001 - Present
Oregon State Bar, Elder Law SectionMember
1996 - Present
Oregon State Bar, Business Law SectionMember
1990 - Present
Oregon State Bar, Litigation SectionMember
1989 - Present
Marion County Bar AssociationMember
1989 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
2007 - 2009
Marion County Court Visitor CommitteeFounding Member
2000 - 2005
Blindskills, Inc.President
2000 - 2009
Oregon State Bar, Law Practice Management SectionMember
1994 - 1995
Oregon Law FoundationMember
1990 - 1994
Oregon State Bar, Debtor-Creditor SectionMember
Sample of Legal Cases
In the Matter of R****** S******
Obtained large financial settlement in complex financial elder abuse case.
In the Matter of G******* R*****
Opposing party's petition to appoint guardian was withdrawn and dismissed in the middle of trial.
In the Matter of R****** L**** S****
Defeated State of Oregon's attempt to eliminate guardianship in high profile death penalty case.
M***** W****** v. D** M*****
Defeated petition for elder abuse and restraining order. Obtained award for client attorney fees in excess of $8,000.
R. L****** vs. E. M********
Resulted in excellent out come for client during advanced jury trial.
Education
1989
University of North Dakota
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
University of Minnesota
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Litigation in Trusts and Estates
Fiduciary Litigation
2003
Litigation in the Probate Court
Elder Law
2003
Litigation in the Probate Court
Elder Law
2002
Administrating Oregon Estates
Elder Law
2001
Litigation in the Probate Court
Elder Law
Publications
2003
Oregon Law Institute (OLI)
Litigtion in the Probate Court
2001
Administering Oregon Estates OSBar CLE
Litigtion in the Probate Court
Languages
English