Family law, estate planning, wills & trusts, and tax counsel for Oregonians statewide — based in Medford, serving clients across Oregon, from a firm founded by a career public defender who has spent his life fighting for people.
Life's biggest moments — a divorce, a will, an estate to settle, a notice from the IRS — deserve a steady hand and straight answers.
Different chapters of life, one steady advocate. Choose where you need help — every matter gets the same exhaustive preparation.
When your family is restructuring, you need clear options and an advocate who protects your children and your future — without making a hard time harder.
Protect your family and your legacy with a plan built for Oregon law — and steady guidance when it's time to settle an estate.
Keep more of what you've earned and resolve disputes with the IRS or the State of Oregon — before deadlines close your options.
Please note: PublicDefender is the civil practice of Rogue Defender, PC, a private Oregon law firm founded by a former public defender. We are not a government agency and do not provide court-appointed or free indigent defense. We offer private, paid representation in family, estate, and tax matters. If you need a court-appointed attorney for a criminal case, contact the court or the Oregon Public Defense Commission.
Clint Flippin spent years as a senior deputy public defender, standing between ordinary people and the full weight of the state. That same conviction now drives a civil practice built for the moments that shape a family: a divorce, a will, an estate to settle, a tax problem that won't go away.
You get a lawyer who explains your options in plain English, returns your calls, and prepares every matter as if it were headed to court — because preparation is leverage, whether you ever see a courtroom or not.
Tell us what's going on. We listen, answer your questions, and tell you honestly whether and how we can help — no pressure.
We map your options, the likely timeline, and a flat or clearly-scoped fee — so you know what's ahead before you commit.
Petitions, agreements, wills, trusts, or tax responses — drafted carefully and filed on time, with deadlines tracked so nothing slips.
Settlement, signed plan, or hearing — we push for the outcome that protects what matters most, and we explain every step.
No. PublicDefender is the civil practice of Rogue Defender, PC — a private Oregon law firm founded by attorney Clint Flippin, a former senior deputy public defender. We are not a government agency and do not provide court-appointed or free indigent defense. We offer private, paid representation in family law, estate planning, probate, and tax matters across Oregon.
Divorce and dissolution of marriage, legal separation, child custody and parenting time, child support, spousal support, division of property and debt, modifications of existing judgments, and paternity. Based in Medford, we serve clients in courts across Oregon, including Jackson County Circuit Court in Medford and Josephine County Circuit Court in Grants Pass.
Oregon is a no-fault state, so you do not have to prove wrongdoing. Even an uncontested case generally cannot be finalized until roughly 90 days after the other spouse is served, and contested cases involving custody, support, or property take longer. We give you a realistic timeline at the consultation.
Most adults benefit from at least a will, a power of attorney, and an advance directive. A revocable living trust can help your family avoid probate and manage assets if you become incapacitated. Because Oregon's estate tax starts at just $1,000,000 — far below the federal exemption — planning matters for ordinary families, not only the wealthy. We help you choose the right tools for your situation.
Oregon imposes an estate transfer tax on estates over $1,000,000, with rates from 10% to 16%. The estate tax return (Form OR-706) is generally due 12 months after the date of death. Oregon does not currently have a separate inheritance tax. The $1,000,000 threshold is not indexed for inflation, so it reaches many middle-class estates — planning ahead can reduce or eliminate the tax.
Yes. We handle tax controversy — audits, notices, assessments, liens, and appeals — before both the IRS and the Oregon Department of Revenue. In Oregon, most state tax disputes start with a written objection to the Department and can be appealed to the Oregon Tax Court's Magistrate Division, generally within 90 days. Deadlines are strict, so contact us as soon as you receive a notice.
Tell us a little about your situation and we'll reach out to set up a free, confidential consultation. The sooner we start — especially with tax and court deadlines — the more options you have.
Mon–Fri · 8:30am – 6:00pm
Consultations by appointment
