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Biography
Specializing in wills, trusts, and health care decision-making documents, Stephanie M. Palmblad empowers clients to manage their affairs with precision. A Magna Cum Laude graduate of Willamette University and its College of Law, Stephanie was honored with the Bruce Spaulding Memorial Award for Trial Advocacy.
In 2016, she was recognized by the Oregon State Bar New Lawyers Division with the Member Services Award and Project of the Year Award. Her contributions to the legal community continued with the 2017 Carson Award for Service to the Marion County Bar Association.
Since moving to Salem in 2008, Stephanie has been deeply connected to the community. She volunteers with Family Building Blocks and serves on the Board of Directors at Gilbert House Children’s Museum. Stephanie has represented (and occasionally skated with) Cherry City Roller Derby for over a decade. Stephanie enjoys live theater at local venues, running with the Muddy Soles running group, and exploring Salem with her two children.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
30%
Probate
30%
Trusts
20%
Wills and Living Wills
20%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 135-300 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2025 2015
Licenses
Licensed in Oregon for 13 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
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Online Presence
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Stephanie M. Palmblad's Reviews
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Posted by Shelby | March 26, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Peace of Mind - Priceless!
Working with Stephanie was easy. She made sure I understood everything and helped me to think through my options for estate planning carefully. Working with Stephanie to get my plans in place has given me great peace of mind!
Posted by Robert | December 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Blended family estate plan
Stephanie worked with us on our estate plan that involved a blended family situation where we wanted to protect our four children. Both of us were aware of situations where surviving spouses had remarried and left the children of the deceased parent without much or any assets. We are very pleased w...
Posted by Curtis | November 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
Create a Plan for The Future
When we first started considering a family trust, we really didn't understand much about them. Stephanie did a wonderful job explaining what they are, and also the process of getting it done successfully. We felt comfortable throughout the entire process and have complete confidence and trust that ...
Posted by Karen | October 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Worth the investment
We have worked with Stephanie and her team for the past 3 years and could not be happier with the level of care, attention to detail, and commitment to meeting our unique needs. It would be easy to download a form and go through the motions with a cookie-cutter estate plan, but the peace of mind and...
Posted by Scott | August 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Probate
GIT - R - DONE now or your loved ones will be in for an unwanted ride , if you love them do it for them !
My name is Scott and I had a very difficult Probate to take control of regarding my younger brothers Estate after his fatal drug overdose in Salem , Oregon. First and foremost I erge everyone to prepare for your own passing and prepare a will or trust for the ones you love. The leading cause of Deat...
Stephanie M. Palmblad's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have worked with Stephanie on many estate planning, probate, and guardianship/conservatorship matters and have found her to be very hard working, intelligent, and committed to every client."
"I endorse this lawyer. Stephanie will work tirelessly for her clients to ensure they achieve the results that they want. She is very detail oriented and strives to make sure her clients are satisfied."
"Stephanie is a brilliant attorney. If you are looking for an attorney to help with estate planning, probate, guardianships or conservatorships, Stephanie is the attorney you are looking for."
"I have referred several cases to Stephanie because she is a talented, knowledgeable, and works hard for her clients. I highly endorse her."
"It has been my experience that Stephanie is a sharp, personable, and professional estate planning attorney."
"I have worked with Stephanie Palmblad as a fellow lawyer in the Salem community for several years. I have found her to be highly competent, creative and energetic in her services to her clients. I highly recommend her to anyone requiring effective legal representation."
"Stephanie is a great person and estate planner. We have worked together many times and it is always a professional, great relationship. She is a great attorney for our community."
"I highly recommend Stephanie Palmblad for your estate planning needs. Stephanie is an incredibly knowledgeable attorney, and she treats her clients with the utmost respect and compassion."
"Stephanie is a dedicated attorney and provides every client with diligent and exemplary representation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Stephanie Palmblad is an outstanding lawyer who is an excellent advocate. She is a practical and efficient attorney. I fully endorse and recommend Stephanie Palmblad."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Carson Award for Service to the Bar, Marion County Bar Association
2016
Member Services Award, Oregon State Bar, New Lawyers Division
2016
Project of the Year, Oregon State Bar, New Lawyers Division
2012
Bruce Spaulding Memorial Award for Trial Advocacy, Willamette University College of Law
Work Experience
2023 - Present
Owner, Willamette Legacy Law
2012 - 2023
Owner, Collier Law
2010 - 2011
Law Clerk, Garrett Hemann Robertson, PC
Associations
2015 - Present
Willamette Valley Estate Planning CouncilMember
2013 - Present
Mary Leonard Law SocietyMember at Large
2013 - Present
Oregon Women LawyersMember
2012 - Present
Marion County Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Willamette Valley American Inn of CourtMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Bovet v. Bovet
$621,565.55
Education
2012
Willamette University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
Willamette University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Seminar Series
Common Estate Planning Mistakes
2015
Parkinson's Resources of Oregon - Salem Group
Common Estate Planning Mistakes
2013
The Upside of Downsizing
Estate Planning
2013
Oregon Women Lawyers - Mary Leonard Law Society
Networking at All Career Stages
2013
Beneficiary Education Night
Protecting your Legacy
Publications
2016
Oregon Estate Planning and Administration Section Newsletter
State v. Bevil, 280 Or App 92 (2016)
2014
Oregon Women Lawyers AdvanceSheet
MLLS CLE: Ethically Advancing in the Digital Age
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How do i find out if my grandparents left me their house or money?
20 Sep 2018
Q&A
Can a person who is a ward of a private guardianship agency fire their guardian if they feel as if they are being treated unfair
08 Dec 2015