About Us

Megan J. Horner, JD MBA

Megan is the managing partner at Horner Law, LLP, in Bend, Oregon. She came to the law after spending more than a decade as a successful international professional cyclist. Megan focuses on Estate Planning and Administration and Elder Law, which includes Will and/or Trust based planning, Power of Attorney, Advanced Medical Directives, Special Needs Trust Planning, and Medicaid Planning. Megan works closely with her clients to ensure they can feel confident in their planning. Megan offers a free initial consultation for all new clients to discuss the clients’ needs and how she can help.

Jessica F. Cherry, JD

Jessica F. Cherry focuses her practice on estate planning, probate, and trust administration. Jessica regularly assists individuals and families in crafting personalized estate plans that honor the client’s wishes, safeguard assets, and minimize tax liabilities. Jessica guides trustees through the complexities of trust administration by offering comprehensive support in fulfilling the fiduciary’s duties and managing assets. Jessica also provides compassionate guidance to families navigating the probate process.

Jessica is a member of the Estate Planning and Administration Section of the Oregon State Bar, the Deschutes County Bar Association, Cascade Women Lawyers, and the Central Oregon Estate Planning Council. She is a board member of the Bend-La Pine Education Foundation. Jessica graduated from the University of Oregon School of Law in 2021 with Pro Bono Honors. During law school, Jessica served as an Executive Editor for the Oregon Law Review. She graduated from Portland State University in 2017 with a major in English. Prior to law school, Jessica worked as a pre-K teacher for several years.

Vickie Braxling – Probate Paralegal

Vickie works as the Firm’s probate paralegal and brings over 25 years of legal experience.  While not at work,  Vickie enjoys visiting with her children and grandchildren and exploring the Oregon coast with her husband, Wayne.

Amanda Gibson – Office Administrator and Legal Assistant

Amanda Gibson has been with the firm for over 5 years and brings over 10 years of paralegal work and expertise in estate planning, trust administration and real property transactions.  Amanda also serves as the Firm’s office administrator.  While not at work, Amanda enjoys time with her family exploring the Central Oregon outdoors.

Ariah Gibson-Office Administrator and Scheduler

Ariah is the first person that you will encounter at Horner Law, LLP either by phone, in person or by email.  She makes everyone feel at ease with her warm personality and desire to help.  Ariah runs the day to day operations of the office, while scheduling and clerking.  She was born and raised in Central Oregon and is a graduate of Mt. View High School.  When she isn’t working, she might be watching The Office, or spending quality time with her family.