Atty. Ryan Wesley Collier
Ryans practice emphasizes advising clients on estate planning, disability planning, contested case probate and trust administration, and real estate and business issues. His clients seek to minimize potential estate taxes and pass on the maximum value of their estates to their children and grandchildren.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving Salem, OR · 29+ Years Experience
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About Ryan Wesley Collier at a Glance
Ryan Wesley Collier is a Principal based in Salem, Oregon, practicing at Collier Law. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1997), Washington (1998), U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington (1999), and U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (2000). Educated at Willamette University College of Law (J.D., 1997) and University of Puget Sound (B.A. Communication, 1993). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Oregon State Bar Marion County Bar Association. Serves clients in Salem, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ryan Wesley Collier
- Ryans practice emphasizes advising clients on estate planning, disability planning, contested case probate and trust administration, and real estate and business issues
- His clients seek to minimize potential estate taxes and pass on the maximum value of their estates to their children and grandchildren
Practice Areas Explained
Ryan Wesley Collier's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ryan Wesley Collier handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Salem.
Wills in Salem
Ryan Wesley Collier is one of 34,363 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Oregon →
Trusts in Salem
Ryan Wesley Collier is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Oregon →
Probate in Salem
Ryan Wesley Collier is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Oregon →
Estate Planning & Probate in Salem
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Ryan Wesley Collier is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Oregon →
Tax Law in Salem
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Ryan Wesley Collier is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Oregon →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Salem
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 Salem 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 venue, 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.
Salem Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Salem-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Salem Choose Ryan Wesley Collier
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Ryan Wesley Collier's practice in the field of wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ryan Wesley Collier brings 29+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Oregon, Washington, and U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington, Ryan Wesley Collier can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, trusts, and probate, Ryan Wesley Collier can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Salem
A Salem-based practice means Ryan Wesley Collier attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Ryan Wesley Collier Handles in Salem
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Ryan Wesley Collier has experience with under Oregon law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Ryan Wesley Collier directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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