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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
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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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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 Maria | July 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Stephanie is a Skilled, Trusted Attorney Who Listens to and Cares about Clients
I have worked with Attorney Stephanie Palmblad several times over the past nine years. Stephanie’s professionalism, combined with her genuinely kind and caring nature, is what keeps me coming back. I recently updated all of my estate planning documents, and from start to finish, my experience with St...
Posted by Marissa | August 12, 2015 | Probate
Excellence
Stephanie Palmblad has been a tremendous asset to me and my family during an extremely difficult time. Stephanie's knowledge, calm demeanor, and personable relations eased the stress we were experiencing with our sudden loss. She has been able to give me step by step recommendations and instructions ...
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