Events

Famous Wills and Infamous Estates at the Samuels Yoelin Kantor LLP offices. Light refreshments will be served. Presented by Glen Goland and Michael Walker

As an estate planning attorney, the Glen Goland sees individuals who look like Darth Vader every day. They may not wear the mask and cape, but many have unconventional families, own unconventional assets, and have no estate plans. This discussion analyzes the estate of Darth Vader after his death in Return of the Jedi. And, ... Read more

We are excited about working through the legal implications and challenges related to last year's DOMA ruling. Please join us for an update on this landmark decision, and a discussion about gay marriage issues in Oregon.  

   Presented by Jeffrey Cheyne and Glen Goland When the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 (“ATRA”) was enacted on January 2, 2013, the deceased spouse’s portability exemption under the federal estate tax law was made permanent. Portability was intended to simplify estate tax planning for married couples and make it easier to combine both ... Read more

From Entrepreneur to Investor: Successfully Navigating the Transition From Entrepreneur to Investor: Successfully Navigating the Transition Owning and running a thriving business requires energy, passion and commitment. Its ultimate success, however, may be measured by the extent to which an exit strategy is thoughtfully planned and executed. Please join us for a panel discussion around ... Read more

Dear International Law, Litigation and Criminal Law Section members: The Oregon State Bar’s International Law Section invites you to attend the following program: Prosecuting War Crimes Two Oregon Lawyers in the Hague Monday, May 5, 2014 From 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.. At the Offices of Miller Nash LLP Lunch provided with timely registration. Space ... Read more

Tuesday, May 6, 2014 | 7:45 - 9:00am at the Samuels Yoelin Kantor LLP offices Light refreshments will be served SYK is teaming up with the Portland Business Alliance (PBA) to host the May Shop Talk event. You're invited to join 20-30 PBA members and colleagues from the local business community to “talk shop” over ... Read more

Presented by Judge Hull and Steve Seymour Judge Hull, Senior Counsel at SYK, brings 22 years of experience serving on the bench. He'll share his unique perspective (and some entertaining stories) about how to best present your case — as an attorney or as a party. Firm partner Steve Seymour will add to the conversation ... Read more