Hanawalt – Ferguson, Attorneys At Law is a distinguished legal practice based in Florence, Oregon, specializing in estate planning, real estate, business formation, trust administration, and elder law. The firm stands out for its thorough, client-centered approach and commitment to providing clear, comprehensive legal guidance tailored to each individual’s needs.
The attorneys, Jane Hanawalt and Laurel Ferguson, emphasize a solution-oriented methodology, focusing on the “big picture” while paying meticulous attention to detail. They cater to individuals, families, business owners, and seniors, offering personalized consultations that demystify complex legal processes and terminology. Their practice is built on transparency, education, and proactive planning to help clients navigate important life decisions with confidence.
Services Offered
- Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning
- Counseling for the “big picture”
- Review of existing estate plan documents
- Planning for disposition of property
- Analysis of tax issues
- Assisting with medical and incapacity planning
- Real Estate transactions
- Preparation of contracts for sale and purchase
- Explanation and analysis of real estate terminology and documentation
- Preparation of and assistance with commercial and residential leases
- Solution-oriented approach to real estate disputes
- Business Formation
- Assistance with filing business formation documents with the Secretary of State
- Preparation of business governance documents
- Consultations for non-profit formation
- Trust Administration and Probate Proceedings
- Step-by-step guidance in the estate settlement process
- Handling probate, trust, and small estates
- Assistance with taxation, proper distribution, and re-titling of property
- Elder Law
- Long-term care issues and Medicaid planning
