I’m Cassie, the founder of Spector Law. My work is dedicated entirely to estate planning (wills, trusts, and end-of-life matters), with a mission to help families in Oregon and Washington protect what matters most. Since I began practicing law in 2017, I’ve seen the difference a truly comprehensive plan makes. I don't just "paper" a plan and send you on your way; I provide end-to-end guidance to ensure you and your loved ones are fully prepared for whatever life brings.

I love working hand-in-hand with my clients, creating plans that are tailored specifically for them. I believe you should walk away from our time together feeling empowered and educated—not confused by legalese. Whether we are drafting a complex trust or a simple healthcare declaration, my goal is to ensure every detail reflects your wishes and provides you peace of mind.

Why Work With Me?

I’ve seen the alternative firsthand: grieving families sifting through dusty bankers’ boxes and unorganized folders while in shock. I am "obsessive" about avoiding that. I focus on the practical, real-world details that make a plan actually work when it’s needed most.

Before founding Spector Law in 2023, I practiced at a national Am Law 200 firm. In the world of "Big Law," I learned that the highest quality results come from meticulous attention to detail and constant collaboration. I bring that same high standard to my own practice.

To ensure my clients receive the best possible outcomes, I consult with other attorneys and field professionals an average of 6–7 times per month. I am constantly asking, "What is the best and simplest way to get this done for my client?" This obsessive focus on the "how" and "why" is what yields practical solutions that actually stand up when the rubber meets the road.

Additionally, having practiced complex litigation for six years, I unfortunately know all too well how expensive, time-consuming, and messy the court process can be. On top of that, having personally watched loved ones pass away unexpectedly and have multiple medical emergencies – I am irreversibly obsessed with the practical details and logistics.

I have created checklists and organizers. I have personally created a structured trust funding program from scratch. I have tested different online organizers and client vaults. I have prepared fiduciary letters and instructions to loved ones so that they know what to do in an emergency. I have consulted with attorneys, bankers, financial advisors, insurance professionals, and medical professionals about why they do things a certain way. I have attended trust funding meetings in person with my clients and have attended many meetings on the phone with third parties.

I learned there is the law – what is supposed to happen. And then I learned what actually happens – banks have their own policies, procedures, and preferences – which may or may not be consistent with the law. I have seen financial institutions might not honor a power of attorney because it is more than five years old, because the principal is not physically present, and/or because the financial institution prefers that the power of attorney be on a form from the bank. The consequences of a rejected power of attorney might be inconsistent with the law, and I have had to call the bank and/or show up in person to respectfully advocate on behalf of my client about why the power of attorney is legal, valid, and enforceable.  

And I get it. Banks are worried about liability, fraud, duress. Their job is to protect the account owner’s money. But sometimes those obstacles actually prevent the family from running their affairs the way they would like. And it creates unnecessary stress for the family. They get upset. The attorney said it’s legal, valid and enforceable. The banker said something different, the banker submitted the power of attorney to legal, and the banker says come back next week after it has been reviewed and then maybe you can make an appointment and try again. Meanwhile, your loved one is in the hospital and just wanting everything taken care of, but there are so many hoops to jump through.

I’m not joking. I’ve been through it, I have watched my clients go through it. As a result, I have become ridiculously obsessed with a different approach.

If you are healthy right now, that is the best possible time to make decisions. You have the privilege of thinking through things with a clear head. You can put your wishes in writing and the appropriate legal documentation on file with the bank and other financial institutions ahead of time. When you do a little bit more prep work on the front end, the difference is night and day.

If the appropriate documentation is on file on the front end, the person who will step in on your behalf in the future (trustee, power of attorney) can go into the bank and the bank will say something like “It’s nice to see you Mr. Smith. I see you are here to handle affairs for Aunt Louise, and yes Aunt Louise put that documentation on file with us a couple of years ago, please show us your identification and we can start processing your request.” No court involvement. No urgently calling Aunt Louise’s lawyer to step in. No back and forth with the bank and the bank’s legal department.

Eventually, we will all get sick, or die, or both. It sucks. But I figure the best gift we can give to our loved ones is to make it suck a little less, get things organized and in order. More family time, less financial or medical stress. Make it as simple as possible, everything else is already hard enough.

Let’s Secure Your Future Together

My approach is approachable yet professional, designed to make the process as straightforward as possible. If there is any way Spector Law can be helpful to you, please reach out and we will do our best to provide information, educational materials, or any other applicable resources to get you pointed in the right direction.