Willard L. Ransom

Willard L. Ransom is a partner who began practicing in Grants Pass in 2005. His practice covers contracts, business transactions, business formation, general counsel services, commercial law, collections, foreclosures, creditor’s rights, property law, wills, probate, real estate, trusts and estates, intellectual property, entertainment law, and related legal matters for clients.

Willard earned his B.A. in Economics from Kansas State University in 2000. He received his J.D. from the University of Kansas in 2002. He also earned an L.L.M. in Transnational Business Practice from the University of the Pacific in 2004, adding international business training to his legal foundation and practice.

Willard was admitted to the Oregon bar in 2003. He is also admitted to the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon. His professional memberships include the Josephine County Bar Association and the Oregon State Bar, reflecting his active connection to local and statewide legal practice in Oregon.

Willard assists clients with collections, foreclosures, bankruptcy matters, contract disputes, and creditor’s rights issues. He also supports business clients through formation, transactions, commercial law matters, and general counsel services. His work helps organizations and individuals address financial, operational, and legal concerns with practical planning and careful document review across industries.

Willard also handles estate planning, probate, trust administrations, real property transactions, and real estate title issues. His intellectual property work includes trademark registrations. He represents and assists local businesses, regional banks, private lenders, school districts, non-profit corporations, companies, and individuals across Southern Oregon in a wide range of practice matters.

Willard L. Ransom brings broad legal experience to clients who need support with business, property, estate, creditor, and intellectual property issues. His practice combines planning, transactions, dispute support, and general legal counsel. He works with businesses, lenders, public entities, non-profit organizations, and individuals seeking steady legal guidance throughout Southern Oregon.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Sorenson, Ransom & Ferguson, LLP
• Member, Oregon State Bar
• Member, Josephine County Bar Association

Licensed State

• Oregon

Education

• University of the Pacific
  Master of Law (LLM)
• University of Kansas
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Kansas State University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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