Zanelotti, John P.

Lance D. Youd is a personal injury attorney dedicated to the protection of accident victim's rights. Attorney Lance D. Youd established his law practice in Salem, Oregon, in 1993 after graduating from the University of Utah S. J. Quinney College of Law.  Attorney Youd has represented thousands of clients through difficult and complex legal challenges,  and welcomes the opportunity to assist you with the challenges you may be facing.  Attorney Youd’s clients appreciate his ability to listen to their concerns, analyze the law that applies to their situation, and explain their options in a clear and concise manner.  Attorney Youd is dedicated to providing honest, straightforward legal advice and being accessible to clients.  Attorney Youd is an adjunct professor at Willamette University College of Law.

Attorney Youd considers his approach in the courtroom to focus on persistence, accuracy, preparedness, and confidence.  Attorney Lance Youd never takes his attention off of obtaining the best results possible for his client.

Denying opportunities to work at law firms across the country, Lance D. Youd made the decision to embark on the arduous feat of establishing a private practice in 1993. Day one began with a few offices supplies, a small office space, and a recent graduate of University of Utah law school committed to providing excellent legal service to the people of the greater Willamette Valley area. Now, decades later, having represented thousands of individuals, and having an impressive reputation of integrity, dedication, and success, Lance stands atop the upper tier of attorneys in the greater Willamette Valley. Attorney Youd is committed to timeless values and above all else the individuals who put their trust in him to be their advocate in the law.

An avid outdoorsman, Lance enjoys water and snow skiing and specifically chose the Salem, Oregon, area to begin his law practice for its natural beauty and the opportunities available to enjoy nature. Lance and Diane, his Oregonian wife, enjoy five wonderful children. Their free time is spent by going to their children's musical and sporting events and sharing in other family activities. An honorable man of integrity and work ethic, Lance gives all that he has in his work, family, community, and religious life.

Each client's case receives hours of focused preparation before ever being considered worthy for court appearance. Lance's approach in the courtroom has been described as prepared, accurate, persistent, and confident at all times. As a skilled negotiator, Lance utilizes a personal and proactive approach to optimize the desired outcome for each case. He truly is a master attorney and counselor in the law, as supported by currently instructing as an adjunct professor at Willamette Law School.