Meet Jinoo Hwang

It can be said with some confidence that the last thing you likely want to spend your time and resources on is engaging a lawyer for any reason. But when it comes to the sticky situation of planning your Estate, preparing for the future, or unravelling an impossible knot in Probate court, you also know you will truly need someone by your side who can pull you out of the mud and guide you through the fog with confidence, compassion and laser sharp focus on getting your details right, and all while maintaining balance and harmony throughout the process. If you're feeling a bit stuck and lost in your fog right now, Northwest Legal is proud to introduce you to Jinoo Hwang, described by one client as "a saint and a shark."

"smart, hard-working, ethical..."

"...When he interviewed me, I was pretty sure that he could read my mind and was using telepathy to talk to me mentally... Jinoo is a smart, hard-working, ethical Council. I'd hire him again in a heartbeat. Top drawer. But watch out for that telepathy thingy."

JAMES SHIRLEY

Jinoo's Journey

Attorney inoo Hwang was born and raised in Eugene, Oregon. His diverse background in government, business, and education equips him with a creative approach to legal issues. Simply put, Jinoo’s background makes him a better lawyer. Before law school, he owned a successful multi-state publishing company (9 years), actively managed real estate investments, and worked as an adjunct instructor for the University of Oregon (16 years).

Early on in his legal career, Jinoo knew it would be important to obtain an intimate knowledge of the court system. He worked as a judicial clerk for the Hon. Charles D. Carlsonbefore completing work as a trial lawyer and prosecutor for the Lane County District Attorney office.

Following his work in the public sector, Jinoo's practice has focused specifically on estates, business law, and real estate transactions. Of course, he also makes the occasional departure to help his many friends in the community who routinely seek his counsel. Jinoo is married to his wife of over 20 years. His children attend Marist High School and Wheaton College.

Bar Admissions

Oregon State Bar
United States District Court of Oregon
United States 9th Circuit Court of Appeals

Professional Associations

President Elect, Lane County Bar Association (Board Member 2021-2025)
Member, Eugene Estate Planning Council
Board Liaison, LCBA Probate Executive Committee
Member, Oregon Chapter of Christian Legal Society
Member, Oregon State Bar Estate Planning & Administration Section

Education

J.D. University of Oregon School of Law
Public Service Certificate Program
Criminal Law Certificate Program
Pro Bono Certificate Program
B.S. University of Oregon School of Business / Sociology

Volunteer Commitments

Ethics Board Member @ OSB State Board of Professional Responsibility (2021-2024)
Youth: Judge @ City of Eugene Teen Court Program (2014-2021)
Seniors: Legal Aid of Lane County (2010-Present)
Veterans: UO Underserved Wills Program (2016-Present)
Hospice: Board Member @ Hearts for Hospice (2019-Present)
Homeless: The Last Resort Shelter
International: Global Perspectives for Youth
Corrections: Oregon State Penitentiary Special Housing Unit

Languages

English + Some Mandarin Chinese + Less Korean
Interpreter Available (as needed)

Interests

Volunteer Service + Small Group Communities
Flyfishing + Family + Judo (4th Degree Black Belt + 34yrs Exp.)