Atty. Bruce Grant Thompson

Atty. Bruce Grant Thompson

Bruce Grant Thompson is a lawyer practicing estate planning, solo & small firm, tax and 4 other areas of law. Bruce received a B.S. degree from United States Naval Academy in 1973, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Portland Portland 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Bruce Grant Thompson at a glance

Bruce Grant Thompson is a Member based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Bruce G. Thompson, Attorney At Law. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, and poa. Admitted to practice in California (1981), Oregon (1982), and Washington (1999). Educated at University of California at Los Angeles (J.D., 1981) and United States Naval Academy (B.S., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Washington State Bar Association Oregon State Bar (Member, Taxation, Estate Planning, Administration and Elder Law Sections) State Bar of California National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Inc. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Bruce Grant Thompson is a lawyer practicing estate planning, solo & small firm, tax and 4 other areas of law
  • Bruce received a B.S. degree from United States Naval Academy in 1973, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Bruce practices at Bruce G. Thompson, Attorney At Law in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Bruce Grant Thompson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bruce Grant Thompson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

Bruce Grant Thompson is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Oregon →

Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Bruce Grant Thompson is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Oregon →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Bruce Grant Thompson is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Oregon →

Power of Attorney

Bruce Grant Thompson is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Oregon →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oregon

Practicing law in Oregon. Legal matters in Oregon are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Portland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Oregon state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Oregon brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Oregon courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Bruce Grant Thompson

Where is Bruce Grant Thompson's law office located?
Bruce Grant Thompson's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Bruce G. Thompson, Attorney At Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bruce Grant Thompson handle?
Bruce Grant Thompson focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Bruce Grant Thompson practiced law?
Bruce Grant Thompson has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Bruce Grant Thompson go to law school?
Bruce Grant Thompson earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.S., 1973).
How can I contact Bruce Grant Thompson for a consultation?
You can contact Bruce Grant Thompson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Bruce Grant Thompson received?
Bruce Grant Thompson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1981
B.S.
United States Naval Academy
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1981
Oregon
Admitted: 1982
Washington
Admitted: 1999

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