Meet the Attorneys
Nicholas Alexander, Estate Law
Nick Alexander is a Vancouver native, growing up in this great city before leaving for college and law school. After passing the bar, he had an opportunity to return to the area that he loves and has been practicing law in Clark County ever since. Prior to founding Vancouver Wills and Trusts Nick was an associate attorney for the law firm of Greenen & Greenen, and later an Executive Trust Officer at InTrustment NW where he was a professional Trustee, administering trusts and estates. With experience and an ever-growing passion for family and community, Nick is eager to help serve, defend and educate. He is proud to sit on the board of the Clark County Volunteer Lawyers Program and is chair of the Clark County Superior Court Bench/Bar. He enjoys spending time with his wife, two kids and dog, Dingo. Nick is a graduate of Evergreen State College and Willamette University College of Law.
Megan Sawyer
Megan Sawyer was born and raised in Battle Ground, Washington before moving to Portland to attend Lewis & Clark College for her undergraduate studies. After college, she gained valuable experience working in real estate contracting before pursuing her law degree at the University of Oregon School of Law. Megan joined Vancouver Wills and Trusts during the summer after her first year of law school and has been with the firm ever since. She graduated in May 2025, passed the bar in July, and was sworn in as an attorney shortly after. With a deep passion for elder law and a strong commitment to helping individuals and families plan for the future, Megan focuses her practice on estate planning, guiding clients through important financial and personal decisions with care and clarity. Outside of the office, Megan enjoys spending time with her wife and pets, playing soccer, attending Portland Thorns games, and writing fiction. She is also a published author, with her debut novel released in September 2023—and more stories on the way. Megan is excited to continue serving the community and looks forward to meeting and assisting more clients in the years to come.
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Schedule A Consultation
Call Vancouver Wills and Trusts and we will set up your initial consultation, either by phone or an in-person meeting, whichever you prefer!
Preparation
To make the best use of our time, if you would like to review and complete our estate planning questionnaire, we would be happy to email you before the consultation. Otherwise, you can simply come in to your initial meeting and we’ll discuss your needs.
Meet and Plan
We will discuss your unique situation and the estate planning that best fits your needs. Once we arrive at a decision, I’ll send a summary and exact quote. If you agree, we’ll move forward and I’ll start drafting. Easy!
What Our Clients Say
Meet the Team
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Dawn Ryder
Hello! My name is Dawn Ryder, and I am the Estate Planning Paralegal here at Vancouver Wills and Trusts. I currently hold a Bachelor of Science in Business, which I earned in 2010. Prior to earning my degree and subsequently, I worked as a highly successful restaurant manager within the same restaurant chain spanning three states, two US coasts, and eight years. After reaching many goals set for myself, I decided to turn my attention to those most vulnerable.
In 2018 as part of a Trust Administration team and as Client Services Administrator, I began serving clients who were on means tested benefits, had intellectual or physical disabilities that prevented them from thriving independently, and those who otherwise required assistance in managing their assets. This type of work satisfied the soul, and I was lucky enough to serve many people until the pandemic changed the course of so many lives and careers.
2021 provided me the opportunity to use my experience and knowledge in a new role at Vancouver Wills and Trusts. Today I specialize in the creation of Estate Plans, specifically Trusts, with a heightened focus on Supplemental Needs or other trusts that offer protection to those who need it the most. My passion to assist the most vulnerable has never subsided, and I am grateful to be of service to all people who walk through our doors.
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Blayne Meyer
Hi! I’m Blayne Meyer. Monday through Friday from 8-5 you can find me being Nick’s Probate Paralegal here at Vancouver Wills and Trusts. I help ensure that documents are filed on time, the right people are put on notice, and that our clients don’t feel so scared and alone in the probate process. I’m the main point of contact for all of our probate clients, and I don’t take that job lightly. Having dealt with plenty of loss myself, I’m sensitive to the situation at hand. I started here over two years ago as a part-time assistant, tying up loose ends where they were needed, answering the phones, and e-filing documents. Since then, I have built a rapport with many clients, making myself available as best as I can to everyone I can.
Outside of my 8-5, you can find me trying to train my giant dog, Augustus, or snuggling with one of the five, (yes, five!) cats we have running around. If I’m not consumed with the animals, I’m out with my fiancée chasing sunsets, finding new spots to camp with the family, playing video games, or having game nights with my friends- I’m the champion of Hide and Seek! I’m very much a giver, so like my clients, I try to make myself available to my loved ones as best as I can. Helping people is my passion!
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Ryan Vande Zande
Hey there! I’m Ryan, the newest legal assistant here at Vancouver Wills & Trusts. With experience in both retail management and banking, as well as an education background focused on Studio Arts, I bring a unique blend of skills to the team. My background has honed my attention to detail and problem-solving abilities, making me well-equipped to support our clients. I am also a veteran of the U.S. Army.
Outside of work, you can find me spending my free time with my pets and friends or at one of Vancouver’s local game shops playing cards. I’m thrilled to be part of the Vancouver Wills & Trusts team and look forward to contributing to our continued success.
I’m here to assist in any way I can.
Here to serve you
Vancouver Wills and Trusts believes in establishing a one-on-one relationship with our clients. We want you to feel comfortable sharing your unique story, so we can better serve your needs! We do our absolute best to simplify the services we provide and make estate planning easier to understand.
We go one step further by meeting in a location where you are most comfortable, whether that be at home, a coffee shop, or our Vancouver office — we want you to feel at ease!
From simple wills, living trusts, estate planning, probate, and more, you can trust the caring legal professional at Vancouver Wills and Trusts. Schedule your consultation today!