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R. SCOTT COREY
Collaborating Attorney
Born and raised in Salem, you may remember his father’s business here, Bob’s 19 Cent Hamburgers! Scott moved to Eugene in 1970 to help expand the family business, earned his law degree and business law certificate from the U of O in 1990, and has been developing his estate planning and business practice there ever since.
Scott and Eden have been colleagues for nearly 15 years and in 2005 he came on board to help develop the business planning practice. He now handles all of the new business startups and family partnerships and, being a compassionate writer, often assists with creating detailed, family values trust provisions.
“I’ve discovered I enjoy teaching and am committed to developing client philanthropy at a very personal level. I also believe everyone can, and will “Leave a Legacy” if someone just takes the time to show them how. “
Scott is also quite the handyman and his wife Nancy enjoys keeping her cats, goats and chickens on their small acreage up the McKenzie. When not engaged in house renovations or “farm” projects you will find them sailing, skiing, whitewater rafting, walking or biking the scenic bike trails around Eugene.
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RACHEL CHRISS, J.D., LL.M.
Associate Attorney
Rachel received a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara, A Juris Doctor degree from Louisiana State University and an LL.M. in Tax from the University of Houston.
"Estate planning is about planning to protect and preserve the client's family legacy. I take great pride in ensuring that we create the best plan to accomplish these goals."
Previously from Houston, Texas, Rachel, her husband Steve and their two children are now proud to call Salem home.
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HOLLY GIBBONS
Associate Attorney
Holly received her Bachelor of Arts degree in English, graduating with honors, before earning her Juris Doctorate from Lewis & Clark Law School, where she served as Editor in Chief of Animal Law Review. She worked as an Editor for the legal research company, LexisNexis, prior to joining the firm.
“Trust and Estate Law is about continuing relationships with clients who become friends. I can think of nothing more pleasurable and rewarding than to engage friends at the office every day and to assist them as they make those most critical decisions involving family planning and care. It’s a pleasure I share with everyone at the Law Office of Eden Rose Brown.”
Holly’s friendly demeanor and enthusiasm for estate planning help clients feel comfortable, and her legal writing skills ensure that they receive solid estate plans.
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P. FREEMAN GREEN
Law Clerk
Freeman earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Brigham Young University and a Juris Doctorate from the University of Iowa College of Law, receiving highest honors and the Boyd Service Award in recognition of his community service. During school Freeman worked as a writing tutor, participated in appellate and trial advocacy competitions, researched for the Iowa Nonprofit Resource Center, and served as President of the J. Reuben Clark Law Society.
“Through thoughtful, comprehensive estate planning, we guide our clients in creating a plan that will strengthen and enrich the family. These plans empower our clients, preserving a lifetime of work, faith, and values for the benefit of loved ones.”
Freeman is an Eagle Scout. Raised in the Willamette Valley, he spent his youth hiking, fishing, and mountain biking throughout Oregon. He enjoys reading, writing, studying religion, backpacking, snowboarding, playing tennis, and spending time with his wife and two daughters. |
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MARY ANN LEONARD
Funding Coordinator
With an extensive background in bookkeeping and finance, Mary Ann expertly manages the details of dealing with our clients’ hard-earned assets. Mary Ann oversees the entire process of reviewing and analyzing assets and then transferring those assets into the living trusts so that our clients’ plans will work efficiently and effectively avoid probate. Mary Ann’s duties also include drafting new deeds, overseeing out-of-state deeds, facilitating changes in beneficiary designations and the retitling of specific assets.
“Working for a firm that specializes in top-quality, comprehensive estate planning is especially satisfying. I enjoy insuring that our clients’ assets are properly protected by their trusts. Through the years, Eden and I have developed a great working relationship and enjoy being friends as well.”
Mary Ann’s attention to detail, thoroughness and organizational skills are of vital importance to many aspects of the practice. Our clients appreciate her level of attention to the proper funding of their trusts, and along with other firm members, enjoy her wonderful sense of humor. |
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BRENDA LAATZ
Client Services Director
Brenda has completed Administration and Legal Programs at Trend Community College. She has worked in insurance claims for 13 years and through her being friendly and her joy for meeting new people has extensive customer service experience and loved the satisfaction from helping someone else through the claims process.
“I enjoy interacting closely with people, and the clients whom this practice serves are exceptionally delightful. Working in the estate planning aspect of the legal field provides me with an opportunity to expand my knowledge. The Law Office of Eden Rose Brown is a caring and professional legal family!”Estate planning is about planning to protect and preserve the client's family legacy. I take great pride in ensuring that we create the best plan to accomplish these goals."
She has a passion for cooking and loves expressing her creativity with Asian cooking and prefers vegetarian food most. She lives in the country with her husband, 2 dogs, 2 cats and farm animals. She admires Eden for her integrity and desire to help people; Eden contributes to my motivation to do the best job possible.
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KIRA FESKENS
Document Coordinator
Kira received her Business Technology degree at Chemeketa Community College in August 2002 and joined the staff in October 2006. She works to put together the clients’ documents and portfolios.
“Eden is very exacting as to how her estate plans are designed and prepared. These documents must serve our clients not only in the present, but also well into the future, so it is my job to make sure the documents are perfect in every way.”
Kira lives in Stayton with her husband, Tony. She enjoys reading, playing games, bowling, cross-stitch, NASCAR and spending time with family and friends.
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SHELBY WILLIAMSON
Administrative Assistant
Shelby comes to the firm with an extensive background in quality customer service and office administration. She is currently working towards her bachelor degree in criminal justice at the University of Phoenix, Oregon Campus. Shelby’s helpfulness and her outgoing, friendly demeanor will warmly greet you when you call or visit our office.
Shelby and Josh live in Salem with their four-year-old daughter Gracie Lynn. They enjoy spending time outdoors in all seasons with their dog Jackson and two cats Ginger and Lucky. Shelby and Gracie enjoy being involved in ballet and modern dance in both the Salem and Portland areas. |
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NATALIE BROWN
Office Assistant
Natalie is a sixth grader at Howard Street Charter School. She has grown up at her mom’s office and is always ready to assist with anything she can to help out. Her primary tasks are preparing handouts for seminars, stapling, mailing, copying, and answering the phone.
“My mom loves being a lawyer and really works hard to be the best. She’s really happy when she can help her clients and their pets.”
Natalie enjoys reading, music, travel and spending time with her grandparents and cousins. She plays the viola and the recorder.
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