Spencer Karel

Spencer Karel

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 8 years

Trusts Lawyer at Salem, OR
Practice Areas: Trusts, Wills & Living Wills, Aviation ... +5 more

Spencer Karel Law, LLC, 3300 25th St SE, Salem, OR

About Spencer

Biography

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Trusts 33%

A trust is an arrangement where someone manages money or property for another's benefit. Different types include probate and spendthrift trusts. I will review the reasons for establishing a trust with you, and ensure your trust will be legally valid.

8 years

33%
Wills and Living Wills 33%

A will determines what happens to your money and property after you die, while a living will lets you decide whether or not you wish to be placed on life support. I will ensure your will meets all legal requirements.

8 years

33%
Aviation 10%

I can guide you through aircraft transactions, and provide aircraft holding structure review for corporate Part 91 operations. I offer representation in pilot and certificate-holder defense, consumer protection from airlines, and crash litigation.

8 years

10%
Contracts and Agreements 10%

Contract lawyers know formats and terms to protect your rights in case things don't go as planned. If you want a legal agreement, if you want out of a contract, or if someone violates the terms of a contract, you should consult a contract lawyer.

8 years

10%
Corporate and Incorporation 10%

A corporation is a way to organize your business and to limit personal liability. Tax advantages, licensing fees, and personal control are some considerations with incorporation. An attorney may also represent shareholders unhappy with a corporation.

8 years

10%
Mergers and Acquisitions 2%

Mergers/acquisitions lawyers help businesses buy other companies, or merge with them. Mergers and acquisitions attorneys understand business law, are trained negotiators, and are able to draft detailed agreements describing the new relationship.

8 years

2%
Partnership 1%

An attorney experienced with partnerships will help you decide which type of agreement would be best for you, then create agreements that accurately describe each partner's rights and responsibilities. A lawyer may also help dissolve a partnership.

8 years

1%
Real Estate 1%

Real estate attorneys deal with the many laws and practice areas associated with land ownership issues. As a licensed agent for over 10 years, I can advise you of your rights buyer, seller, or as a landlord or a tenant.

8 years

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 200-275 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 8 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2017

Pro Bono - Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Washington for 5 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2020

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Spencer Karel Law, LLC

Spencer Karel Law, LLC, 3300 25th St SE, Salem, OR, 97302

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Posted by Norma | May 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant

Professional, Thorough

Spencer Karel helped us though our eviction case and we were happy to finish it in a short time. His professional knowledge and negotiating skills got us the best outcome in a difficult situation.

Posted by Diana | May 01, 2018 | Employment & Labor

Diana Key MBA, MHA, MPAS, Non-Profit Director

Spencer Karel, JD, MBA is knowledgeable, caring, honest and truly willing to go the extra mile. With an MBA to complement his training as an attorney, Spencer is uniquely suited to assist with questions and critical details about non-profit operations, employment law, and risk management. Inte...lligent, hard working and genuinely caring, Spencer is someone you can trust to turn to for consultation and sound direction.

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Spencer Karel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Keith Andreys

Aviation lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Spencer took his passion for aviation and turned it into a legal practice."

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Lee Gilgan

Unknown lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Spencer has a lot of business and life experience that helps him assist clients with a wide variety of matters. He is a quick and thoughtful problem solver. I recommend Spencer."

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Joseph Smith

Family lawyer

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Keith Andreys

General practice lawyer

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Lee Gilgan

Estate planning lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2013

Winner with Honors: Winter Trial Practice Moot Court, Willamette University College of Law

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, Columbia County Emergency Management

2016 - 2017

Management Analyst II, Marion County Emergency Management

2016 - 2017

Public-Private Partnership Specialist, Marion County Emergency Management

2016 - 2016

Law Clerk, Law Office of Earl and Earl, PLLC

2016 - 2016

Law Clerk, Stephen A. Lipton, Attorney at Law

2015 - 2015

Temporary Employee, Oregon Department of Aviation

2014 - 2014

Law Clerk, Law Offices of Wendie L. Kellington, PC

2014 - 2014

Law Clerk, Seibert Law, LLC

2014 - 2014

Law Clerk, Miller & Associates

2011 - 2012

Small Business Consultant, Spencer Karel Consulting

2007 - 2011

Entrepreneur and Promoter, Casino Helicopters

2004 - 2006

Sales and Leasing Agent, Award Commercial Properties

Associations

2018 - Present

Salem Airport Disaster Preparedness Group

Secretary

2018 - Present

Marion County Bar Association

Member

2018 - Present

Mary Leonard Law Society

Board Member

2018 - Present

Oregon State Bar Association Solo and Small Practice Section

Member

2018 - Present

Oregon Pilots Association

Member

2017 - Present

National Business Aviation Association

Member

2016 - Present

Salem, Oregon Area Chamber of Commerce

Member

2015 - Present

Helicopter Association International

Member

2015 - Present

Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association

Member

2014 - Present

Oregon State Bar, Aviation Law Section

Secretary

Education

2016

Willamette University

JD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA

2003

University of Oregon

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2018

ORAVI Summit

History of UAS (Drone) Legislation in Oregon

2018

Hewlett Packard Employee Lunch-and-Learn

Estate Planning Basics

2017

Oregon Prepared

Public Private Partnerships

2016

Oregon Prepared

Public Private Partnerships

2015

43rd Annual Aviation Law and Insurance Conference

Case Law Review

2014

42nd Annual Aviation Law and Insurance Conference

Case Law Review

Publications

2015

2014

American Law Institute CLE Paper Land and Airspace Rights in the Era of Small Drones
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