Ekua A. Hackman
Attorney
Throughout my legal career, I have been driven by a spirit of service and a genuine desire to help people navigate important life transitions with confidence. Whether I am helping clients plan for the future or guiding families through the probate process, I take the time to understand each person's unique circumstances, identify and prioritize their legal needs, and develop practical solutions tailored to their goals.
I believe estate planning should be accessible and practical for everyday people. Thoughtful planning provides peace of mind, protects the people and values that matter most, and can ease the burden on loved ones in the future. I enjoy working with individuals and families to create estate plans that reflect their wishes and provide clarity for the years ahead.
I also understand that the loss of a loved one brings not only grief, but often unexpected responsibilities and difficult decisions. Guiding clients through the probate process during this time is a responsibility I take seriously. My goal is to make the administration process as seamless and manageable as possible, providing steady guidance so clients can focus on what matters most.
I believe that effective legal representation begins with trust. By listening carefully, communicating openly, and treating every client with respect, I strive to build lasting relationships grounded in trust, mutual respect, and responsive service.
Outside the office, I enjoy attending live music performances, baking, reading science fiction and fantasy, and traveling to explore new places and cultures.
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
Estate and Trust Administration
Guardianships and Conservatorships
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, 2011
Juris Doctorate, Willamette University College of Law, 2015
Past Experience
Judicial Law Clerk: Hon. Cheryl A. Albrecht, Portland, OR
Staff Attorney, The Commons Law Center, Portland, OR
Professional Affiliations
Region 5 Representative, Oregon State Bar Board of Governors (2025- Present)
Member, Gus J. Solomon Inn of Court (2020-Present)
President, Oregon Chapter of the National Bar Association (2021- 2022, 2023-Present)
President-Elect, Oregon Chapter of the National Bar Association (2022- 2023)
Secretary, Oregon Chapter of the National Bar Association (2019 – 2020)
Board Member, Queen’s Bench (2020 – 2022)
Member, Oregon Women Lawyers (OWLS) (2012- Present)
Member, OWLS Introvert Work Group (2019 – 2021)
Member, Oregon New Lawyers Division (2019 – Present)
Oregon State Bar Associations
Member, Estate Planning and Administration Section (2019-Present)
Member, Elder Law Section (2023-Present)
Board Member, Solo and Small Firm Section (2019 – 2022)
Honors
Portland Business Journal, 40 Under 40 Award (2023)
Willamette Week Skidmore Prize Winner (2023)
Oregon State Bar Diversity Section, On-the-Rise Award (2021)
Multnomah Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section Rookie of the Year (2021)
Oregon New Lawyers Division, Member Services Award (2020)
Professional Development
Panelist, Practicing Law as a Person of Color in Oregon (for Oregon Women Lawyers) (2025)
Panelist, Conversations at OJD: Why Representation Matters (2023)
Presenter, The Joys and Pitfalls of Estate Planning (2022)
Presenter, The Art of Elder Law: A Broad Brushstroke Overview (2021)
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