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The killing of George Floyd by police officers —who have been charged with murder—has, once again, brought to the forefront feelings of anger, horror and disgust at the systemic racism and institutional injustice that exists on the local, state, and national levels in our country. Change should begin now, and it must start with us. … Read more »
Updated November 8, 2019 Hershner Hunter has been awarded certification from BRING’s rethink Business program for taking steps to reduce waste and save resources. Since May 2019, Hershner Hunter has been working one-on-one with a sustainability management expert to assess opportunities and make on-the-ground changes throughout its operations. Through BRING’s rethink Business program, Hershner Hunter… Read more »
View updates to Oregon labor and employment law from the 2019 legislative session.
Many people are using revocable living trusts as substitutes for wills in estate planning. This article will explain what living trusts are, some of their advantages, and ways to decide if a living trust is right for you.
Updated May 17, 2019 Continuing a rich tradition of community service, Todd Johnston, a partner at Hershner Hunter since 2005, has been named to Eugene Civic Alliance’s board of directors. Todd also serves as the President of the Lane County Bar Association, and is a member of the Steering Committee of the Lane County Campaign for Equal Justice.… Read more »
Updated April 26, 2019 Hershner Hunter has launched a new website. The new site will work better with your mobile devices, updates the services we provide, and should be easier for you to navigate. Enjoy!
Many couples move to Oregon from states that are so-called “community property states.” Those states permit assets of a married couple to be acquired as community property.
In those states, each spouse has an equal undivided interest in the couple’s marital property.
Updated December 13, 2018 Estate Tax Law Changes Hershner Hunter, LLPEstate and Business Planning Practice Group Congress passed and the President signed the law commonly known as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the “2017 Tax Act”) in December 2017. The 2017 Tax Act makes many changes in the federal tax law, including some changes… Read more »
