John Koch is an Oregon estate planning, probate, guardianship, and conservatorship attorney dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate important life transitions with clarity, compassion, and confidence. His practice focuses on estate planning, trust administration, probate administration, guardianships, and conservatorships.

Born in Portland and raised in Lake Oswego, John earned his Bachelor of Arts from Rice University in Houston, Texas, before returning to Oregon to attend Lewis & Clark Law School. He received his Juris Doctor in 2011 and served as an editor of the Lewis & Clark Law Review.

John’s legal practice is centered on helping clients prepare for the future and navigate challenging circumstances involving incapacity, disability, aging, and the transfer of wealth between generations. He represents individuals, families, trustees, guardians, conservators, and personal representatives in a wide range of estate planning, probate administration, trust administration, guardianship, and conservatorship matters. Clients appreciate his thoughtful, compassionate approach and his ability to explain complex legal issues in a clear, practical, and understandable manner.

Throughout his career, John has been actively involved in leadership and service within Oregon’s legal community. He served as Chair of the Oregon State Bar Solo and Small Firm Section in 2021 and was a member of the Oregon State Bar House of Delegates during the same year. He currently serves on the board of the Guardian/Conservator Association of Oregon and remains committed to improving access to legal services for vulnerable Oregonians.

John regularly volunteers with the Senior Law Project through Legal Aid Services of Oregon and was recognized as Volunteer of the Year in 2018 for his dedication to serving Oregon seniors. His professional accomplishments have also been recognized through inclusion in Best Lawyers’ “Ones to Watch” and Super Lawyers’ “Rising Stars”.

John and Jorden Piraino have been longtime colleagues through their involvement with the Oregon State Bar Solo and Small Firm Section and other professional organizations. They share a commitment to client education, community service, and providing practical legal solutions that help Oregon families achieve peace of mind. Their longstanding professional relationship reflects the collaborative, client-focused approach that defines Oregon Legal Center.

Outside the office, John enjoys traveling, photography, viewing art, and playing tennis. His curiosity, attention to detail, and appreciation for lifelong learning carry over into his legal practice and his dedication to helping clients find thoughtful solutions to complex problems.

Today, John assists Oregon Legal Center clients with estate planning, probate administration, trust administration, guardianships, and conservatorships. His combination of technical knowledge, compassion, and practical problem-solving helps clients make informed decisions during some of life’s most important moments.