Heidi Borson business law attorney

Meet Heidi H. Borson

Anchorage Attorney Specializing in Business Law and Estate Planning

Heidi Borson is licensed to practice in Alaska and Washington. As the daughter of an Army Chaplain and a Norwegian immigrant, Heidi grew up throughout the United States and Europe. She first moved to Alaska in 1981, when her family was stationed at Fort Richardson. After graduating from law school, Heidi practiced civil rights law, employment law and elder law at MacDonald, Hoague & Bayless in Seattle, Washington. She served as supervising attorney of the Access to Justice Institute at Seattle University School of Law. Heidi clerked for Judge Bryan in United States District Court, Western District of Washington, and for Judge Sedwick and Judge Holland in United States District Court, District of Alaska. Heidi’s practice focuses on business and health care law, estate planning, and real property law. She joined Durrell Law Group in 2011. Heidi speaks Norwegian and enjoys opportunities to speak Norwegian with clients.

Bar Admissions

  • Alaska (2003)

  • Washington (1997)

  • United States District Court (1997)

Education

  • Seattle University School of Law (J.D., magna cum laude, 1997)

  • Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary (M.T.S., 1997)

  • St. Olaf College (B.A., magna cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa, 1982)

Professional Organizations

  • Alaska Bar Association

  • Washington State Bar Association

  • Anchorage Estate Planning Council

Q&A with Heidi

Why did you choose law as your career path?

I started law school after becoming a single mother. My sons were 2 and 5 at the time. I went into law as way of understanding the legal system, a means of providing for my family and as a way of being of service to others.

What do you enjoy most about your work?

I enjoy developing collaborative working relationships with clients and assisting clients through life and business transitions.

How are you involved in your community?

I volunteer at the food pantry and with Alaska Legal Services and Lutheran Social Services. I also enjoy supporting the Nordic Ski Association of Anchorage, Sons of Norway, public radio and local arts events.

What do you like to do outside of work?

Trail running and hiking with my dog, skiing, biking, fishing, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

What is your favorite “Alaskan” activity?

Cross country skiing on the hundreds of miles of trails around Anchorage and throughout the state.

Is there anything you’d like to share about your family?

My family includes my two grown sons, daughter-in-law, two grandchildren, parents, and brother and his family, most of whom live out of state and all of whom I love to visit.

What is one interesting thing you have on your desk?

Photos of my sweet grandkids, Gemma Liv and Espen.