Experience Compassionate Legal Expertise
Meet the Team for Wills and Trusts at NW Legacy Law
ABOUT US
NW Legacy Law was founded over ten years ago by Thomas Hackett and one paralegal. Since then, the firm has grown to employ four attorneys and a team of talented and compassionate paralegals, client service specialists, and support staff. NW Legacy Law is based out of Vancouver’s historic Officers Row. The attorneys and the team are dedicated to helping individuals and families develop comprehensive and individualized estate plans. In addition, NW Legacy Law provides assistance to families navigating the loss of a loved one through compassionate and expert legal advice.
The team is dedicated to safeguarding your future and honoring your legacy with dignity and expertise every step of the way.
Now Serving Portland, OR
NW Legacy Law is proud to serve families throughout Portland, Oregon, and the surrounding metro area from our Portland office located at 650 NE Holladay St #1600, Portland, OR 97232, in the Lloyd District. With a dedicated presence right here in Portland, our clients can meet with us locally to discuss their estate planning, probate, and elder law needs without crossing the river — though our Vancouver office remains just as convenient for those on the Washington side.
Our attorneys are licensed to practice in Oregon and bring years of hands-on experience navigating the state’s specific estate planning, probate, and elder law statutes. We understand that Oregon has its own set of rules when it comes to wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and probate administration. Our team stays current on Oregon Revised Statutes and any legislative changes that could affect how your estate plan functions or how your loved one’s affairs are settled. That familiarity matters, because a plan that doesn’t account for state-specific requirements can create costly problems down the road.
Portland families trust NW Legacy Law because we combine deep knowledge of Oregon law with the personalized, compassionate approach we’re known for. Whether you live in Southeast Portland, the Pearl District, Lake Oswego, Beaverton, or anywhere else in the metro area, our Portland office makes it easy to get the guidance you need close to home.
If you’re searching for a Portland estate planning attorney, probate lawyer, or elder law firm that genuinely understands Oregon’s legal landscape, we’d love to talk. Schedule a consultation at our Portland office today to discuss your goals and find out how we can help you create a plan that reflects your values and protects your family’s future.
OUR ATTORNEY TEAM
At NW Legacy Law, our team is dedicated to providing you with the highest quality of legal services.
Thomas Hackett
Attorney At Law
Thomas is a legal strategist and advisor to families and business owners. Thomas founded NW Legacy Law, P.S. to provide estate planning and business planning legal services in a friendlier way. The response has been incredible:
- 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019 Best in Business for Law Firms by the Vancouver Business Journal,
- 2015 Best of Clark County for Lawyers by The Columbian, and
- 2014 Start-Up Business of the Year in the Business Growth Awards.
What is Thomas’s approach? Keeping it simple. Thomas likes helping people. Fancy legal words aren’t helpful and neither are explanations that are more complicated than the question.
Thomas and his wife, Tara, are the proud parents of two energetic children. Thomas’s family enjoys skiing at Mt. Hood, watching Tara brave the cold Oregon coast to surf, and spending time in Hood River as Thomas kiteboards.
Meet Thomas
Jakob Seegmuller
Attorney At Law
Jakob is an attorney focused on helping people navigate the difficult discussions around planning for death and guiding clients through the legal process that results from the death of a loved one. His work is focused on estate planning and estate settlement with an emphasis on court proceedings. Jakob’s approach is to avoid burying clients in legal jargon. Instead, he presents clients with clear, compassionate advice and realistic solutions.
Since 2018, Jakob and his wife, Alexandra, have lived in Portland’s historic St. Johns neighborhood. You can catch them at the movies at the local Twin Cinema, shopping at the farmer’s market, or SCUBA diving in warm waters or up in the Puget Sound. He also conquers monsters in a weekly game of Dungeons & Dragons with his friends.
Kayleigh McDaniel
Attorney At Law
Kayleigh is an attorney who uses her diverse background of legal experience to find solutions for families. Her legal career began in her hometown of Las Vegas, Nevada, practicing estate planning and administration, business formation and succession planning, and commercial real estate.
She moved back to the Pacific Northwest in 2019 to enjoy this beautiful, cool, and green landscape. Since then, Kayleigh has focused her practice on estate planning and administration. For Kayleigh, the highlight of her practice is helping families and individuals feel comfort and support where there is often too much stress or anxiety about planning for the future or how to address the loss of a loved one. Kayleigh enjoys spending time with her family and friends, exploring the outdoors, traveling, and appreciating the gifts life has to offer.
Trent Holloman-Wilkins
Attorney At Law
Trent uses his background in litigation to ensure clients receive the representation they deserve to ensure the best results in contentious probates.
Trent enjoys participating in the Portland community by attending local art and theatre shows. He enjoys working with the Oregon Food Bank. Most weekends he can be found at the various community events downtown Portland has to offer.
Our attorneys are supported by a talented team of paralegals, legal assistants, and client service specialists dedicated to helping you navigate the development of your estate plan and the settlement of your loved one’s affairs.
our proven legacy
planning process
1 Consultation
We begin with an initial consultation to discuss your needs and goals. During this meeting, we gather essential information to tailor our approach specifically to your situation.
2 Design
For many, our consultation concludes with either a proposal for your estate plan design or representation of you with the settlement of your loved one’s estate. For either situation, we design a detailed plan that focuses on your objectives and specific legal requirements, ensuring each element aligns with your goals.
3 Implementation
We help you execute and implement your proposed estate plan or settlement of your loved one’s estate. We review and adjust this plan as necessary to ensure your goals and specific legal requirements are implemented.
