With a strong legal background, J.T. provides clients with financial planning and estate and personal trust administration. He works with investors to find solutions to their complex financial issues, and provides guidance to beneficiaries. Included among his areas of expertise are Special Needs Trusts, Charitable and Non-Profit foundations, Probate, Irrevocable Trusts and RLTs.

J.T. received his Bachelor’s degree from Linfield College, and his JD degree from the University of Oregon. Prior to joining the bank, he practiced law in Pendleton, focusing primarily on estate planning, business organization, land use, juvenile law and domestic relations.

Growing up on his family’s farm in nearby Adams, Oregon, J.T. developed a deep appreciation and understanding of the needs of our community. He is active in local charitable organizations, including the United Way, YMCA, Children’s Home Society and Rotary. J.T. enjoys spending time outdoors, hiking, golfing and traveling.