University of Oregon, 1955; University Oregon School of Law, 1962
Law School Attended:
University of Oregon School of Law, LL.B - Bachelor of Laws, 1962
Year of First Admission:
1962
Admission:
1962, Oregon
ISLN:
908841644
Hobbies & interests:
Bill and his wife, Sharon, have three grown children and ten grandchildren, who all live in Klamath Falls. He has participated in handball, tennis, sailing, distance running, and weight training and currently participates in golf, all without distinction. His interests are his family, his church, sports and business.
Areas of Practice (10)
Banking Law
Commercial Law
Business Law
Estates and Estate Planning
Real Estate Law
Business Acquisitions Law
Probate
Wills
Trust Law
Commercial
Peer Reviews
5.0/5.0
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