Cheri L. Elson

In practice since 2001, Cheri Elson brought with her a specialty in estate planning, Probate, Estate Administration, Conservatorship Law, and Special Needs Trusts when she moved to the Rogue Valley with her husband in the summer of 2014. Licensed to practice in Oregon as well California, Cheri was certified with the CA Board of Legal Specialization as a Specialist in estate planning, Probate and Trust Law. In her 13 years of practice in California, she was an associate, partner, and practice owner. Cheri brings deep compassion and the highest professional standards to her clients. Advocacy is her specialty and she is adept at finding creative solutions even in the most challenging situations.

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Cheri L. ElsonFebruary 1, 2021
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Estate Planning for Couples

Married couples and Registered Domestic Partners have options when creating revocable living trusts. Each has pros and cons and understanding…
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Cheri L. ElsonJanuary 1, 2021
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The Importance of Correct Terminology

Terminology is important, and when used incorrectly, it can cause confusion at best, real issues, at worst. Understanding the correct…
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Cheri L. ElsonDecember 1, 2020
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Holding Title to Real Property

Much of my practice is working with clients to create plans that will ensure their estates are distributed according to…
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Cheri L. ElsonNovember 1, 2020
259

Why an Estate Plan?

As we head into the end of the year, I thought it might be a good time to review just…
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Cheri L. ElsonOctober 6, 2020
315

Oregon Estate Taxes

Clients often ask me how their estate plan may be affected by estate taxes. Currently, no Federal Estate Tax is…
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Cheri L. ElsonSeptember 1, 2020
294

Powers of Attorney for Finances – What’s the Scoop?

Most people are familiar with Powers of Attorney and how they work at a basic level. However, these documents can…
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Cheri L. ElsonAugust 3, 2020
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Probate and Trust Administration

I am often asked to explain the difference between probate and trust administration and why I generally prefer trust administrations.…
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Cheri L. ElsonJuly 1, 2020
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The Importance of Health Care Directives

As an attorney who has practiced estate planning exclusively throughout my entire career, I feel it safe to say that…
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Cheri L. ElsonJune 1, 2020
317

Trust Options for Couples

Married couples and Registered Domestic Partners have options when creating revocable living trusts. Each has pros and cons and understanding…
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Articles & Blogs

Cheri L. ElsonMay 6, 2020
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Cheri Elson – Attorney at Law – Prepared and At Your Service

It took Cheri Elson and Adam Sperber one weekend to transition their practice from meeting clients in the office face-to-face…
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Cheri L. ElsonMarch 30, 2020
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Estate Planning in the Age of COVID-19 – Ashland Oregon LocalsGu

By: Cheri L. Elson, Attorney at Law www.ashlandoregonlaw.com With the signing of Governor Brown’s Executive Order No. 20-12, our…
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Cheri L. ElsonMarch 30, 2020
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Estate Planning in the Age of COVID-19

By: Cheri L. Elson, Attorney at Law www.ashlandoregonlaw.com With the signing of Governor Brown’s Executive Order No. 20-12, our…
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Cheri L. ElsonMarch 20, 2020
313

The Culture of Care

The signs of a good nursing home include treating the underlying medical problems, relieving pain, and doing everything possible for…
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Cheri L. ElsonJanuary 1, 2020
272

Holding Title to Property

Much of my practice is working with clients to create plans that will ensure their estates are distributed according to…
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Cheri L. ElsonNovember 27, 2019
317

Oregon Estate Taxes

Clients often ask me how their estate plan may be affected by estate taxes. Currently, no Federal Estate Tax is…
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Cheri L. ElsonOctober 31, 2019
297

Powers of Attorney for Finances – the Scoop

Most people are familiar with Powers of Attorney and how they work at a basic level. However, these documents can…
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