Hertsel Shadian, Attorney at Law

Hertsel Shadian combines legal expertise with property tax specialization to help Tualatin area property owners challenge unfair assessments. As an attorney focusing on tax law, he brings unique advantages to property tax appeals including courtroom experience and deep understanding of Oregon's complex tax statutes. His practice serves both residential and commercial clients who need aggressive representation in property tax disputes. Whether you're dealing with a simple overassessment or complex valuation issues involving special-use properties, Hertsel provides the legal firepower necessary to achieve meaningful tax reductions. His background in business law also helps commercial clients understand how property tax strategies fit into broader business planning.

Hertsel provides full-service property tax representation including assessment challenges, valuation disputes, and tax court appeals. His residential services cover everything from basic overassessment appeals to complex situations involving new construction, additions, or properties with unique characteristics that assessors frequently misvalue. For commercial clients, he handles sophisticated valuation arguments using income capitalization, cost approaches, and market analysis tailored to specific property types. His legal background proves invaluable when dealing with properties involving environmental issues, zoning disputes, or assessment methodology challenges that require courtroom advocacy. He also handles property tax exemption applications, reclassification requests, and multi-year assessment disputes that require sustained legal pressure to resolve favorably.

Initial consultation includes comprehensive review of your property's legal and tax situation. Hertsel analyzes assessment methodology, property records, and potential legal issues that might affect your case. If he identifies viable grounds for appeal, he'll develop a legal strategy tailored to your specific circumstances. He handles all aspects of the appeal process from initial filing through final resolution. This includes gathering evidence, preparing legal arguments, negotiating with assessors, and representing you at hearings. His approach combines thorough preparation with aggressive advocacy to maximize your chances of success. You'll receive regular case updates and copies of all documentation.

Based in Tualatin, Hertsel serves Washington County and surrounding areas including Lake Oswego, Tigard, Beaverton, and West Linn. He also handles cases throughout the Portland metro area when legal expertise is required for complex property tax disputes. His practice extends to cases requiring Oregon Tax Court representation regardless of property location.