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Kimberly Rose Burkland Pray

Catalyst Law, LLC β€’ Portland, OR
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Contact

Email
Phone
(503) 713-6844
Address
810 NW Marshall St., Portland, OR, 97209, US

Professional

About

**Kimberly Rose Burkland Pray β€” Estate Planning and Tax Law Specialist at Catalyst Law, LLC in Portland** Kimberly Rose Burkland Pray is a dedicated attorney at Catalyst Law, LLC, located in the vibrant city of Portland, Oregon. With a strong focus on estate planning, Kimberly assists individuals and married couples in crafting wills and trusts, minimizing estate taxes, establishing guardianships for minor children, and devising innovative solutions tailored to their unique needs. Her extensive expertise also encompasses representing clients in tax controversy matters at both federal and state levels, ensuring that her clients navigate complex tax regulations with confidence. In addition to her estate planning work, Kimberly provides valuable representation for fiduciaries involved in various estate and trust administration issues. Her legal acumen extends to entity formation, where she aids start-ups, benefit corporations, and non-profit organizations in structuring their operations effectively. Kimberly has a particular passion for addressing the intersection of estate planning, tax-exempt organizations, and business law, helping clients maximize their impact while achieving their philanthropic goals. Before embarking on her legal career, Kimberly spent nearly a decade in the non-profit sector, culminating in her role as Director of Development for Ecotrust, a conservation organization in Portland. This experience ignited her passion for tax law and social change. After earning her law degree, she served as General Counsel for a finance and consulting firm focused on clean energy and sustainability, further solidifying her expertise in these vital areas. Outside of her professional pursuits, Kimberly enjoys exploring the scenic landscapes of Portland and the Pacific Northwest with her family. She is an avid cyclist, a devoted practitioner of Barre3, and finds joy in playing the cello, gardening, and creating culinary delights with locally sourced ingredients. With her unique background and comprehensive approach, Kimberly is committed to providing exceptional legal services that empower her clients to achieve their goals.

About Estate Planning Law

Estate planning attorneys help individuals plan for the distribution of their assets and care during incapacity. They create wills, trusts, and other documents to protect families and minimize taxes. Common matters include wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives.

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Credentials

Education
2009 University of Washington School of Law LL.M - Master of Laws 2008 Gonzaga University School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1997 Brown University B.S.
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2008 Western Regional Best Brief Award, Saul Lefkowitz National Trademark Moot Court Competition 2008 National Second-Best Brief Award, Saul Lefkowitz National Trademark Moot Court Competition
Publications
2010 Oregon State Bar Sustainable Futures Section Newsletter Legislative Initiatives Encourage Corporate Responsibility
Associations
2016 - Present Catalyst Law Institute Board President 2010 - Present Portland Tax Forum Board Chair 2009 - Present Oregon State Bar, Sustainable Future Section Member 2008 - Present Oregon State Bar, Taxation Section Member 2008 - Present Oregon State Bar, Estate Planning and Administration Section Member
Speaking
2020 Grantmakers 101 Legal and Governance Issues for Foundations 2020 Annual Meeting Corporate Governance for Nonprofit Directors 2019 Grantmakers 103 Legal and Governance Issues for Foundations 2019 Grantmakers 101 Legal and Governance Issues for Foundations 2019 CLE Presentation Tax Matters for Solo and Small Law Firms
Updated: Mar 31, 2026