The IRS recently announced annual inflation adjustments for the 2022 tax year on several tax provisions. Some of the affected provisions include: the estate tax unified credit, annual gift exclusion, standard deduction amounts, and personal income tax rates. Below is a summary of the inflation…
Last month Governor Brown signed SB 182, which addresses certain spousal rights as they pertain to estate planning. Of note, the bill addresses the impact of divorce on a spouse’s agency under a power of attorney and extends liability protection for property held as tenants…
While the “eviction moratorium” is set to expire at the end of this month (June 2021), Oregon landlords should think twice before sending out termination notices for non-payment in July. The Oregon legislature is poised to enact another tenant protection law, SB 278, which will…
What is Probate? Probate is a legal process that is sometimes necessary in order to transfer assets that a deceased individual owned at their death to another person. Technically, the term “probate” is specific to instances where the decedent left behind a will. However, it…
Oregon landlords should be prepared to wait longer to attempt to collect back rent deferred during the COVID-19 crisis. The Oregon legislature is currently working to pass Senate Bill 282, which, if approved and signed by the governor, would extend the repayment period for deferred…
Last week, the Oregon legislature passed HB 4212A, which in part legalizes Remote Online Notarization (RON) through July 2021. The bill contains several other emergency protocols in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Before the passage of HB 4212A, a notary was required to be physically…
As counties across the state begin to reopen, our practices and procedures will evolve to accommodate the various phases of reopening, while keeping our employee and client safety as a top priority. We appreciate your patience as we adapt to the challenges presented by COVID-19…
For a limited time, Southwest Portland Law Group is offering expedited estate plans for healthcare workers to show our appreciation for their heroic efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic. Expedited Estate Planning If you are a healthcare worker, we will prioritize drafting your estate plan and…
Earlier today, Governor Brown issued executive order 20-12 entitled “Stay Home, Save Lives,” in an effort to slow the rapid spread of COVID-19. The order took effect immediately after signing, and remains in effect until terminated by the governor. The order directs individuals to remain…
At Southwest Portland Law Group, the safety of our clients and employees is always foremost on our minds. We’re closely monitoring the latest guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the World Health Organization (WHO), and Governor Kate Brown’s executive orders in…
