Patricia Louise Nelson

Patricia Louise Nelson

also known as Patricia Louise Nelson

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 32 years

Probate Lawyer at Bend, OR
Practice Areas: Probate, Trusts, Estate Planning, Guardianship

204 SE Miller Avenue, Bend, OR

About Patricia

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Probate 46%

31 years

46%
Trusts 32%

31 years

32%
Guardianship 4%

31 years

4%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 200-400 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 32 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Two Spruce Law P.C.

204 SE Miller Avenue, Bend, OR, 97702

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Patricia Louise Nelson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

5 star (16)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
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Posted by Dee | August 6, 2021 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Professional and Kindness

Patricia is a very professional, knowledgeable and compassionate person. She came highly recommended to me by a close trustworthy friend. I feel very blessed to have been referred to Patricia. In this day and age she is certainly a breath of fresh air. I highly recommend Patricia whether it’s for a ...consultation or if you are in need of someone you can trust to represent you and your needs.

Posted by Julie | May 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

AWESOME LADIES

I had the honor of having Two Spruce Law helping with a an estate I had inherited and no idea the complications that were involved. Thank God for Patricia and Hannah!! They took care of everything. The filing, letters, always kept me informed and copies of everything they did. They even took the head...ache I would of got if I had even tried to do this on my own. Just want to thank you wonderful ladies and especially Hannah for making this all go so smoothly. If I ever (which I hope not) you ladies will always be my first choice. Thank you again for everything. Julie Neff Bend, Oregon

Posted by Gwen | December 4, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Compassionate work on behalf of families

I found Patricia Nelson through internet research when I was looking for legal assistance to protect my vulnerable mother. I'm so glad I found Patricia Nelson and Two Spruce Law! My mother's health was in serious decline, but she had been hiding it from everyone. After thoroughly and comprehensive...ly interviewing my mother, Patricia Nelson created a power of attorney that best suited our needs. It turned out to be the best thing for my mother's future. The power of attorney contained the exact language required for me to be able to help my mother. It stood up to challenges from financial institutions, pension administrators, medical providers, and even members of our own family. My mother is now safe, her health has improved, and her finances are protected. Patricia Nelson's demeanor is professional, yet she is warm and compassionate toward her clients. I couldn't have hoped for a better experience and a better outcome for my mother. If I could rate her higher than five stars, I would!

Posted by Beverly | September 5, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional service with compassion

I am a retired business woman 80 years old. I was so pleased to meet Patricia and her assistant Samantha. I needed a new will within a week. They accomplished it with ease and efficiency. I highly recommend them. They truly do their business with compassion and great skill.

Posted by Ginger | September 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Professional & Compassionate!

Upon finally reaching our vacation destination by car on the east coast, I received a phone call with the information that my sister had died unexpectedly in Bend, Oregon. After flying for 11 hours the next day I arrived at her home in a state of shock, disbelief and deep grief. I didn't know where... to turn or what to do next. As executor of my sister's will, the advice I got was, "The first step is to get yourself a probate lawyer." Who in the world to call? I didn't know anyone in Bend, so who could give me a referral? I was lost. Searching online I read Atty. Patricia Nelson's excellent reviews and called her office. "The rest is history," and thank God, that history is nothing but positive. Warmly greeted by Patricia, Hannah (a paralegal) and Glenda (office manager) on each visit to their office, I found myself served by three compassionate and competent professionals. Patricia "Trish" and staff are not only concerned with every detail of the probate process, but also with the wellbeing of their clients. I highly recommend Patricia Nelson to others in order for your particular legal situation to go as smoothly as possible. I could not have done better and I am forever grateful to Patricia, Hannah and Glenda

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Patricia Louise Nelson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christine James

Estate planning lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"This attorney provides consistently helpful answers and would be a good resource for the community in the event they need a lawyer in this field."

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Daniel Spencer

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with her on associated cases. Patricia works hard and is passionate about serving her clients."

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John Palley

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Patricia. We have worked together on several estate planning and probate matters over the years. I am a California attorney and any time I have cross over issues to Oregon I bring Patricia in. She has always been efficient, knowledgeable and here fees are very reasonable. I endorse Patricia!"

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Jeffry Hinman

Probate lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Patricia is an experienced estate planning, probate and trust administration attorney. Her clients no doubt appreciate her understanding of the law and ability to explain it in an approachable way. I expect, however, that they are most impressed with her caring approach and calming influence in guiding them through what can be emotional and challenging life events."

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Joe Durkee

Guardianship lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Patricia is an outstanding professional. She provides prompt and concise legal services with a holistic understanding of the legal-human ecosystems at play. Her office assisted my family with a delicate guardianship/conservatorship matter and the process could not have been more seemless. I fully endorse Patricia!"

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Daniel Spencer

Wrongful death lawyer

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Jeffrey Hedlund

Estate planning lawyer

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James Bartholomew

Estate planning lawyer

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Jeffry Hinman

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1993

Criminal Law Award, Oregon State Bar

1993

Tax Law Award, Willamette University College of Law

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Attorney, Two Spruce Law

1994 - 2006

Attorney, Merrill O’Sullivan, LLP

1993 - 1994

Law Clerk, Judge Edward Leavy of the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in Portland, Oregon

Associations

2014 - Present

Spiritual Awareness Community

Board of Trustees

1995 - Present

Cascade Women Lawyers

Founding Member

1995 - Present

Deschutes County Bar Association

Member

1993 - Present

Oregon State Bar

Member

2005 - 2006

Network of Entrepreneurial Women

President

2000 - 2005

Central Oregon Community College Foundation

Investment Advisory Committee

2000 - 2006

Network of Entrepreneurial Women

Board of Directors

1999 - 2000

Oregon Women Lawyers Foundation

Past President

1998 - 2001

Oregon Women Lawyers Foundation

Board of Directors

1998 - 1999

Deschutes County Bar Association

President

1997 - 1998

Oregon Women Lawyers

Past President

1996 - 1999

Growing Tree Children’s Center

President of Board of Directors

1995 - 2007

Network of Entrepreneurial Women

Member

1994 - 1998

Oregon Women Lawyers

Board of Directors

Education

1993

Willamette University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor magna cum laude

1986

University of Montana

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Spanish

English

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