Mr. Brian M Thompson

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Published Works

Oregon Law Institute: “ABCs of Decedent’s Estate Administration.” 2014, 2013, 2012.

Oregon State Bar Continuing Education Program: “Elder Law Issues and Answers,” 2009; “The Elder Law Experience,” 2006; “Tools of the Trade For The Elder Law Practitioner,” 2005; "Administering the Taxable Estate," 1999; "Mastering Estate Planning Techniques," 1998.

University of Oregon, School of Law. Adjunct Professor of Law, 2000 (Accounting for Lawyers). Guest Lecturer (since 1996) Estate Planning, Tax Practice.

“Long Term Care, Medical, And Dental Expenses, Can Add Up To A Tax Deduction” Oregon State Bar, Elder Law Section Newsletter, Volume 10, Number 3, July, 2007.

"Installment Obligations in Estate Administration: Issues and Opportunities." Probate & Property Nov./Dec. 2000: 51-55.

"Estate Planning with Proceeds of Installment Sales." Oregon Estate Planning and Administration Section Newsletter 15.1 (Jan. 1998): 5.

"Professional Insight: Gifts Made in Contemplation of Death Under Power of Attorney." The Oregon Certified Public Accountant Dec. 1997: 18-19.

"Professional Insight: Estate Planning with Proceeds of Installment Sales." The Oregon Certified Public Accountant Sept. 1997: 19-20.

"Charitable Opportunities in Estate Planning: Private Foundations and Supporting Organizations." The Oregon Certified Public Accountant Mar. 1997: 7-11.

"Professional Insight." The Oregon Certified Public Accountant Jan. 1997: 17-18.

"Trust Pitfalls: Avoiding Unintended Tax Consequences." Oregon State Bar Bulletin July 1996: 37-38.

"The Law's Long Arm: How Long Can the IRS Re-examine the Value of Gifts?" Oregon State Bar Bulletin Apr. 1996: 39-40.

"Professional Insight." The Oregon Certified Public Accountant Mar. 1996: 14-15.

"Living Trust Questions." Senior News 22.4 (Apr. 1995): 5-6.

"Professional Insight." The Oregon Certified Public Accountant Apr. 1995: 18-19.

"Professional Insight." The Oregon Certified Public Accountant Mar. 1995: 16-17.

"Uncle Fred." Oregon Law Review 72.1 ( 1993): 15-18.

Professional Associations and Memberships

Lane County Bar Association: President, 2008-2009 program year; Member, Board of Directors, 2004-2008; Member, Executive Committee, Probate Section 2001-2003 (Chair 2003); Member, Program Committee, 1994-1997 (Chair 1997)., 2008 to 2009

Oregon State Bar: Member, Elder Law Section Executive Committee, 2003-2011; Member, Legal Ethics Committee, 1997-2000; Member, Attorney-CPA Committee, 1994-1997.

Member, Saint Paul Parish Administrative Council (2000-2014); Saint Paul Parish School Foundation (President 2009-2010 school year); Saint Paul Parish School Advisory Council 2002-2005; Cub Scout/Webelos Den Leader (2006-2010), Boy Scouts, 2011; Board Of Directors, Lane Blood Center, October 2011-12

Areas of Practice (14)

  • Estate Planning
  • Last Will and Testament
  • Living Wills
  • Trusts
  • Guardianships
  • Beneficiary Deeds
  • Durable Powers of Attorney
  • Health Care Proxies
  • Business Succession Plans
  • Probate and Estate Administration
  • Government
  • Elder Law
  • Business Law
  • General Practice

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of California - Davis, B.S., 1986
Law School Attended:
University of Oregon School of Law, J.D., 1993
Year of First Admission:
1993
Admission:
1993, Oregon; 1997, U.S. Tax Court
Memberships:
Lane County Bar Association; Oregon State Bar.
Languages:
English
ISLN:
900721876

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Peer Reviews

4.7/5.0 (34 reviews)
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  • Legal Knowledge

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  • Analytical Capability

    4.6/5.0
  • Judgment

    4.7/5.0
  • Communication

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  • Legal Experience

    4.8/5.0
  • 4.6/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 05/16/23 in Wills and Probate

    I have known Mr. Thompson for over 30 years. I have worked with him both as an adversary and as a consultant on probates. If I have a difficult case that is too technical for my practice, I will typically refer such a case to Mr. Thompson. He is wel... Read more

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  • 4.8/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 05/16/23 in Estate Planning

    I have worked against him and with him for 30 years. He is very knowledgeable about all matters involving wills, trusts, and estate planning generally.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 05/12/23 in Trusts and Estates

    I have known Brian for many years and watched him grow in his expertise and ability. He has always displayed the highest ethical standards and is an excellent lawyer..

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 05/12/23 in Wills and Probate

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 05/12/23 in Business Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 05/12/23 in Estate Planning

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 05/12/23 in Trusts and Estates

    You rating system is confusing. What I am attempting to say is that Brian is an A-plus lawyer in all areas that he works in. What is missing is that the areas that Brian works in are analytically difficult and tend to overlap. His ability to work... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 05/12/23 in Trusts and Estates

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 05/08/23 in Trusts and Estates

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 05/08/23 in Wills and Probate

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