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Oregon State Bar Bulletin ? AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2014
August/September Issue
Table of Contents
It Can Be a Jungle in There
Spreading Her Wings
Bar Counsel
The Legal Writer
Profiles in the Law
Managing Your Practice
President's Message
Parting Thoughts
Departments
Discipline
Applications
Among Ourselves
In Memoriam
Classifieds
OFFICE SPACE
2 OFFICES AVAILABLE in historic building in SW Corbett/Lair Hill neighborhood, close to downtown Portland. Share space with several experienced plaintiff's and transaction lawyers. Friendly and relaxed atmosphere. One 12.5' x 18' office with Mt. H One 11' x 14' office. Free parking, customary office amenities, including new copier/scanner and updated phone/internet. Contact Chuck at , Dave at , (503) 222-3529.
2 OFFICES OFF KRUSE WAY in newly painted and carpeted, congenial 14 attorney "law suite" with reception, two conference rooms, kitchen, internet and free parking, located nearly equidistant from each of the tri-county courthouses and next door to Starbucks. Contact Jan or Jack at (503) 635-7773 or e-mail .
1400 SW MONTGOMERY ST, PORTLAND ? Large corner office available on second floor of Old Portland office building located in residential neighborhood behind PSU just outside downtown core. Share space with small plaintiffs firm and several solo attorneys. $840 per month includes parking, receptionist, use of conference room, kitchen, library. Adjacent office with built-ins also available, ideal for two support staff, $650 per month. Relaxed friendly atmosphere. Call Gaylord Eyerman Bradley PC at (503) 222-3526 or send email to .
5200 MEADOWS EXECUTIVE OFFICE SUITES ? Has all-inclusive office and meeting rooms in Lake Oswego. Includes phone answering, unlimited conference room access, phones, internet, kitchen and much more! Call (503) 726-5999.
BEAVERTON ATTORNEY OFFICE BUILDING for over 35 years on 2nd and Tucker has 6 to 8 offices with reception area, library/conference room, amenities and parking. Flexible to rent/lease entire space or individual office to sole practitioners. Currently 4 sole practitioners in building with some overflow/referral. From $300 for small office to $400 for full-size office. Work assistant spaces available. Call Sheila or Bob at (503) 641-7888.
BUILDING FOR LEASE, SOUTHEAST PORTLAND ? 2800 sq ft. Recently updated Queen Anne Victorian w/bay windows. Commercial zoning. Six individual offices. Ethernet workstations throughout. Bathrooms on main and upstairs. Common area. First floor kitchenette. Full basement for storage. Central heat/AC. Handicap-accessible main floor. Plenty of street parking. Tri-met stop across street. Belmont neighborhood. $3200/mo, triple net lease. Call (503) 307-9491 to schedule walk-through.
CLASS A OFFICE SUITE READY FOR BUSINESS ? Sublease in Wells Fargo Tower: 21st Floor, direct elevator exposure, light, bright 1288 square foot classy space! Two offices, conference room, reception area and workroom/kitchen. Large conference rooms on the floor. Furnishings & phones available. Term and start date flexible. $2550 per month. Call (503) 869-3198 or email . Pics here:
DOWNTOWN EUGENE, 975 Oak Street. Spacious, Sisters-view office in upper level of Class A Citizens Building. Ample staff space, copier and conference/library provided. Congenial atmosphere. Some work overflow possible. Would consider shared reception. $875/mo. Contact Terri at (541) 345-3333.
DOWNTOWN EUGENE - Generous first year rent discounts. Pleasant and professional environment. 2 blocks from the Lane County Courthouse. Too many features to list. Find additional information and photographs at:
DOWNTOWN LAW OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE ? US Bancorp Tower, 18th floor. Two offices available: north view approx. 126 sq ft and west view approx. 133 sq ft ? furnished or unfurnished. Share space with five other attorneys. Two conference rooms, kitchenette, copier, fax, secure shredding, recycling. Available for immediate occupancy. Contact: Tim McNeil at (503) 224-6229 or .
EUGENE CLASS-A DOWNTOWN, CITIZENS BUILDING - 1,173 SQFT 6th floor northwest corner office. Two private offices, conference room with bookcases, work room with cabinets, built-in reception and room for assistants desk. Contact
or (541) 687-9066.
EUGENE LAW OFFICE AVAILABLE ? 259 E 5th. Current tenants practice primarily plaintiff civil litigation and criminal defense as sole practitioners. Rent very reasonable. Shared amenities: conference room, ORS, jury instructions, furnished waiting area, DSL, fax, high-speed digital BW/color copier/printer/scanner, office paper, kitchenette, janitorial (541) 338-7072 or .
FOR LEASE ? Fox Tower, 805 SW Broadway Suite 2540, 25th Floor. 4 South Facing Offices for sublease on the 25th floor of Portland?s premier Class A Office Building. The Heart of Portland?s Central Business D New S Fully Renovated December 2011; Conference Room in Suite with in- automated screen. (Subject to availability); Conference Room on 20th F Seats 25, Available Free of Charge to T On Max Line and Close to 6th St. Public T 650+ Space Underground Parking S Across the Street from Portland Landmark Pioneer Courthouse S 24/7 Building Security, Digital Card Key Access, and Closed Circuit TV at All Entry P Standard Janitorial Services Held to Green Cleaning Standards and Material U Shared with reputable pers High quality furnishings and kitchen. $1,500 month for each 15 x 10? side-office. Double net. Each office has unobstructed views of Portland's West Hills. Separate Avaya phone system available for $200/month additional. (503) 227-1233 or
FOR RENT DOWNTOWN BEND ? Share office space or rent entire building. Remodeled home has been continually used as law office for over 30 years. Excellent highly visible location, short walk to courthouse, good off street parking, nicely landscaped. 3 offices, library/conference room. Potential for client referrals. Purchase option possible. Inquiries to
HILLSBORO ? 2 elegant offices 1 block from courthouse. $650.00/ea, utilities included w/first month free. For pics/info contact John Elliott: (503) 648-3146, or .
HILLSBORO DOWNTOWN OFFICE SPACE One block to courthouse, free reserved parking. Single private offices on month to month or longer. $ 325 per month. Larger suites also available. New Comcast high speed internet available! Call Jay Weil (503) 924-5772, or e-mail .
HOLLYWOOD DISTRICT PDX, office space, 200 sq ft, includes internet, shared kitchen, off street parking, close to freeways, downtown and Max, 3637 NE Sandy Blvd, PDX, (503) 515-4028.
JOHN?S LANDING RIVER-VIEW OFFICE SUITES ? Large, cost-effective, river-view offices available. Perfect for sole practitioner or small law firm. Internet service available, prices include conference room usage, all utilities, janitorial, full kitchen, no hidden fees or charges! Near public transportation. Discount available for bicyclists and Tri-Met users. No long term commitment required. Locally owned and operated?50+ years of integrity, proudly serving the Portland area. Offices also available in Hillsboro and near Portland airport. Call (503) 640-6240 to schedule your tour today!
KRUSE WAY ? Lake Oswego, Class A Office Building. 4248 Galewood Street, Lake Oswego, OR 97035. Primarily Attorneys. Partner-sized, windowed offices. Receptionist, Phones, High Speed Internet, Conference Rooms available or included. Free parking. Office lease prices range from $600 to $1100/month. Phone numbers or ported numbers available. Call for information. John (503) 675-4300.
LAW FIRM has empty space to sublease. Newly remodeled building in Griffith Park (off HWY 217, near Beaverton downtown). Small office (approximately 12'x13') is $530/month. Big office (with big windows on two sides) is $580. Rent includes assistant area, conference room in the Suite, water supply & internet. Free parking. Virtual office arrangement available. Call Bao (503)-737-5621 or .
LAW OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE DOWNTOWN -- at the Honeyman House, 1318 SW 12th Avenue, Portland. Professionally remodeled Victorian House. Window view offices, secretarial space, easy street parking for clients, 10 minute walk to the courthouse, and easy freeway access. Amenities include law library, large conference room, copier, fax, parking and more. $600 a month and lease available. Contact Eric at (503) 224-1212 or Allan at (503) 781-7887.
OFFICES IN KRUSE WAY/HWY 217 AREA ? Two corner attorney's offices (one with porch deck) in quaint house conversion, near I-5 and Hwy 217. Reception room (with fireplace), conference room-library, high-speed internet, fax, copier, kitchen/mail/production room, street signage available, client parking. Easy central access to all three counties. $600. Call John S. (503) 624-0917.
OREGON CITY OFFICE ? John Henry Hingson III has an office available in his building at 409 Center Street, Oregon City. C off- share copier, fax, etc. with three other lawyers. (503) 656-0355.
OREGON CITY OFFICE SPACE at 294 Warner Milne Road, Oregon City. Very close to the new Family Justice Center, jail, Juvenile Court and county offices. Great location for a family law practitioner. Share space and office equipment with other lawyers. Two conference rooms, kitchen, staff break room. $625/mo. Ample parking. Call Tom at (503) 680-2884.
READY TO GET OUT OF THE CITY ? Rural law office available in John Day, Oregon. Two offices, a conference room, reception area, utility area, bathroom, parking, and a stand-alone secure storage building. $75,000. E-mail
for details.
SETTING UP YOUR LAW PRACTICE? So much to do in so little time! Call for free and confidential office assistance ? Professional Liability Fund Practice Management Advisors ? Sheila Blackford, Dee Crocker, or Beverly Michaelis at (503) 639-6911 or 1-800-452-1639.
SOUTH SALEM ? $350 to $750/mo. Large and smaller office available. Good Signage on South Commercial. Possible lease to purchase of small office building. 1845 Commercial St SE, Salem. Call Corby (503) 371-7000.
SPRINGFIELD/EUGENE ? Large attractive Office space, two blocks from Springfield Justice Center, close to downtown Eugene. Reasonable rent includes phone/FAX, Wi-Fi, utilities, free parking. Contact Bill (541) 510-2623.
TIGARD/BRIDGEPORT ? Office spaces for lease in the Oregon State Bar building. 2,100 sq ft, ground floor. Please contact Kevin VandenBrink or Joe Kappler at Macadam Forbes, (503) 227-2500.
VIRTUAL OFFICES ? 5200 Meadows Executive Offices Suites has virtual office packages that we can customize to meet your business needs. Our services range from mail receipt to answering phones and reception with fully equipped conference rooms or day offices to meet your clients or do depositions. Call (503) 726-5999.
VIRTUAL PRACTITIONERS, meet clients in furnished, easy access, Portland office with reception and accouterments. Two four hour weekly sessions -- $250/ month (503) 228-7256.
WITH DOLTON OFFICE BUILDINGS YOU WILL GET: - Award winning office building -2 Floors of office space - Free parking - Small Kitchen - Access to a large conference room - Sign exposure on busy Sunnyside Road - Garbage, sewer, water, property taxes and landscape services are included - Telephone, cable/internet, electricity, gas and cleaning within your space are the tenants responsibility. We are offering an introductory rate of $2,350 for the first six months. Rent will be $2,500 per month, thereafter. Please contact Debby with any questions M-F 8 am-5 pm at (503) 698-4444 or by e mail at .
FEEL LIKE SUPERWOMAN OR SUPERMOM? Women face special challenges in balancing the demands of work and careers. We want to help. Call the confidential Oregon Attorney Assistance Program (OAAP) at (503) 226-1057 or toll-free in Oregon: (800) 321-OAAP ? Meloney C. Crawford, ext. 13; or Shari R. Gregory, ext. 14.
?IF ONLY THEY WOULD LEAVE ME ALONE!? Your drinking may be hurting your work, your family, and your health. Call the confidential and anonymous Oregon Attorney Assistance Program (OAAP) at (503) 226-1057 or toll-free in Oregon: (800) 321-OAAP ?Douglas Querin, ext. 12.
IS THE PAST AFFECTING YOUR PRESENT? Survivors of alcoholic families who have experienced physical, sexual, or emotional abuse can get help and move on. For information about lawyers? ACoD support groups, call the confidential and anonymous Oregon Attorney Assistance Program (OAAP) at (503) 226-1057 or toll-free in Oregon: (800) 321-OAAP ? Mike Long, ext. 11; or Shari R. Gregory, ext. 14.
SOMEONE SAID, "You are drinking too much and/or using drugs." Is it true? Call the confidential and anonymous Oregon Attorney Assistance Program (OAAP) at (503) 226-1057 or toll-free in Oregon: (800) 321-OAAP ? Meloney C. Crawford, ext. 13; or Douglas Querin, ext. 12.
RELATIONSHIPS SHOULDN?T HURT. Are emotional issues affecting your practice? For information about codependency groups for lawyers, call the confidential and anonymous Oregon Attorney Assistance Program (OAAP) at (503) 226-1057 or toll-free in Oregon: (800) 321-OAAP ? Mike Long, ext. 11; Shari R. Gregory, ext. 14; or Douglas Querin, ext. 12.
WERE YOU RAISED in a family where there was alcohol, physical, sexual, or emotional abuse or some other dysfunction? For information about lawyers? ACoD support groups, call the confidential and anonymous Oregon Attorney Assistance Program (OAAP) at (503) 226-1057 or toll-free in Oregon: (800) 321-OAAP ? Mike Long, ext. 11; or Shari R. Gregory, ext. 14.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE
It is the policy of the Bulletin to only list opportunities for employment that are consistent with OSB Bylaw 10.
ASSISTANT DISCIPLINARY COUNSEL , Probation and Enforcement ? The Oregon State Bar is looking for someone to provide counsel to the OSB in the pursuit of enforcement proceedings arising out of probationary judgments & in the evaluation, investigation, & litigation of ethics complaints made against Oregon lawyers. The Bar invites all interested applicants to submit a cover letter & resume. Please visit
for job details & information about how to apply. Equal Opportunity Employer
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY (PORTLAND, OR ) ? We are seeking a litigation associate with 2+ years of experience for our established East Portland law firm. Candidates must be current members of the Oregon State Bar, Washington State Bar membership is desired. Prior litigation experience is strongly preferred, but judicial clerkships, or related experience, may be considered. You must be professional, competitive, a powerful communicator, a team player and an excellent legal writer. Practice includes all aspects of civil litigation (e.g., family law, personal injury, real estate disputes, probate disputes, landlord/tenant law, etc) and non-litigation matters (estate planning, real estate transactions, etc).
Associates are responsible for research, motion practice, case development and a variety of court appearances. We will offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with free parking. The compensation package will depend upon experience and skills. Applicants must e-mail all of the following items, in order to be considered for this position: (1) (2) (3) writing samples: (4) references: and (5) salary expectation. E-Mail:
BUSINESS, ESTATE PLANNING, AND REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATE with at least 2 years of practice experience. Watkinson Laird Rubenstein is seeking to expand its Southern Oregon practice.
We are an established AV rated firm committed to professional development, community involvement, and a collegial work environment.
Excellent compensation and benefits.
Interested candidates must have good foundational competency in practice areas, strong work ethic, and interest and ability to work collaboratively. Please send
résumé and letter of interest to Fern Puls at .
CENTRAL OREGON LAW FIRM seeks an Associate Attorney with 2 to 3 years of experience and high academic credentials. Ideal candidate will demonstrate outstanding legal writing, research and analysis skills.
Experience in civil litigation, natural resources law, water and/or Indian law is ?a plus.? Submit resume and transcript to: Karnopp Petersen LLP, attn: Recruiting, 1201 NW Wall Street, Bend, Oregon, 97701 or
CITY OF MEDFORD ? Request For Qualifications, Prosecutorial Services For Municipal Court No. RFQ 14-041MC - Statements of Qualifications are being accepted by the City of Medford for Prosecutorial Services to Municipal Court. Qualifications must be submitted to Jennifer Habermann, Purchasing Agent, City of Medford 411 W. 8th Street, Room 380, Medford, Oregon 97501, until 2:00 PM local time, September 30, 2014. Description: The Municipal Court has a total annual caseload of approximately 16,000 cases of which approximately 2,400 are misdemeanor criminal cases. The contracted attorney will cover the misdemeanor cases and all attorney represented violation cases, of which approximately 1,700 trials are set annually. The basic services are those legal services generally understood to be required within the field of municipal prosecutions and as described in the complete document. The Request for Qualifications packet may be obtained from the website at , the office of the Purchasing Agent, 411 W. 8th Street, Room 380, Medford, Oregon 97501, or by calling (541) 774-2035.
CIVIL LITIGATION ASSOCIATE wanted for busy, dynamic litigation practice in Bend, Oregon. Candidates must have three to five years of civil litigation experience in Oregon, and must possess excellent research and writing skills. This is a demanding position requiring a self-starter and someone who is capable of handling their own case load as responsible attorney. Practice areas include business, personal injury, commercial, real estate, criminal, etc. Expected start date is September, 2014. Salary DOE/Negotiable. Please send cover letter, resume, and writing sample to Office Administrator, c/o Jennifer, at 1558 SW Nancy Way, Ste. 101, Bend, OR 97702.
GEVURTZ, MENASHE, LARSON & HOWE, P.C. is looking to add an Associate to its growing estate planning and probate practice. The ideal candidate will have 2 ? 3 years of experience working in the areas of estate planning, tax and probate administration. We are looking for someone who will become an integral part of our team and is motivated, eager, and willing to work hard.
Competitive salary, full benefits and bonus potential. Send resume with writing sample to Darla Pierce, Executive Director at . No telephone calls, please. All inquiries will remain strictly confidential.
HAVING TROUBLE MAKING ENDS MEET? Are you getting paid for the work you do? Call for free and confidential advice on effective billing practices ? Professional Liability Fund Practice Management Advisors ? Sheila Blackford, Dee Crocker, or Beverly Michaelis at (503) 639-6911 or 1-800-452-1639.
HEARINGS OFFICER, JACKSON COUNTY ? Jackson County Development Services is requesting Letters of Interest from qualified persons to serve as an Administrative Hearings Officer for adjudication of county code violations primarily involving building permit compliance, land development ordinance compliance and solid waste matters. Letters of Interest must be received no later than 4:00 p.m., Friday, October 3, 2014 at Jackson County Development Services, Code Enforcement Division, 10 South Oakdale Ave, Medford, OR 97501. For additional information, please contact Aleli Lawson at (541)774-6906 or
HERRON LAW FIRM OF PORTLAND, OREGON ? , . Specializing in DUII defense and PERSONAL INJURY is looking for a FULL-TIME Attorney to handle court appearances, DMV hearings, legal research, motions and client meetings in our small and personal law firm. The qualities we are looking for in the right person are: Dependability and Loyalty. "We work and win as a team" is one of our core values and the person we invite to join our team must be fully committed to this! We are a "can-do, consider it done" law firm, willing to do whatever it takes to be the best. 1. Exc must work well
must respect each and eve 2. Professional, smart and confident demeanor - combined with a genuinely warm, caring a must genuinely care about cli 3. Strong and d must go the extra mile to meet deadlines. Firm must be able to depend on attorney to make court appearances, DMV hearings, filings, return calls and other client communications the same day - even if it is after 5:00 4. Ability to relate well with others, as a 5. Two to ten years experience in criminal law (prosecution, defense or both) and a member of the Oregon State Bar. {Applicants with MORE experience may apply and exceptional new lawyers may be considered.} 6. Must have a great AVVO, LinkedIn, Google+ profiles and with must have no OSB/PLF 7. Must have a valid driver's license, automobile insurance, and reliable transportation. This is a salaried position with benefits. Compensation based on performance, ability to bring in new clients and assist with marketing, skill in developing relationships with new and existing clients, and work experience. Please e-mail : 1. Cover letter written specifically for this opportunity, including why you are interested and why you feel you are a strong candidate for the position. 2. Complete resume, including work and salary history and references from your last three positions. 3. Three examples of your personal work product that you are most proud of. At least two of these examples must exhibit your writing skills. All inquiries will be held confidential.
LATERAL MOVE ? Beaverton. If you have a portable book of business and are looking for a change let?s talk. Our firm, Case & Dusterhoff, LLP, is congenial, experienced, AV rated, and looking for one to three very competent, experienced, dedicated, hardworking attorneys who have an existing client base, a good sense of humor, and an interest in collaborative practice. We are a full service firm and as such will entertain attorneys practicing in virtually any area of law. Our innovative compensation system includes all overhead, bar dues, CLE's, PLF, 401K and medical insurance allowance. Please respond to
with cover letter, writing sample and resume. All inquiries confidential.
PORTLAND BASED IMMIGRATION LAW FIRM is seeking attorney with at least 5 years experience and a well established practice either in immigration or a compatible practice area. Interested persons please reply to the Oregon State Bar, Attn: Blind Ad J-18, P.O. Box 231935, Tigard, OR 97281 or email:
with the blind ad number in the subject line.
SENIOR ATTORNEY POSITION ? Itron is a global provider of hardware, software and services to the SmartGrid industry. We do business in over 130 countries and have annual revenues of $2.0 billion. We are currently seeking a Senior in-house attorney to join our legal department. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 8-12 years of experience with technology transactions, both at a large law firm as well as in-house for a company with global operations, and extensive experience in the area of software and services agreements. The attorney will be responsible for: reviewing, drafting and managing complex agreements for a broad range of commercial transactions (including the sale and/or license of hardware and software, SaaS agreements, software reseller arrangements, hosting agreements, information technology outsourcing/managed services agreements, supply agreements, distribution agreements, joint development agreements, etc.); negotiating complex legal, commercial researching and advising on matters relevant to the company?s business, including intellectual property protection, general corporate compli ensuring compliance at all times with the company?s legal, financial and risk management pol instructing and managing external counsel in the resolution of commercial dis preparing and delivering presentations to employees on lega and other responsibilities as assigned. Desired traits are: strong intellect, excellent communication and
ability to act and function both independently a results driven, strategic thinking, agility and customer self starter, effective at collaboration and building strong
?hands on? mentality and the ability to work in a fast paced environment. The ideal candidate would be able to work fulltime at the Itron headquarters in Liberty Lake, WA but we are open to discussing other arrangements with highly qualified candidates, such as working from a home office or another U.S.-based Itron location (such as Itron?s offices in Oakland, CA, or Raleigh NC). Candidates with the above qualifications should email a cover letter and resume to Leslie Fergison @ leslie. or in order to apply go to .
SENIOR COUNSEL, RISK MANAGEMENT CLAIMS & LITIGATION ? Put a LIFT in Your Career! NACCO Materials Handling Group, Inc. (?NMHG?), a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional, driven, and talented in-house counsel in our Portland, Oregon facility. NMHG designs, manufactures, sells, and services a comprehensive line of lift trucks and aftermarket parts marketed globally under the Hyster and Yale brand names. We are a global leader in the material handling industry and have been building relationships and partnering with our customers, suppliers, dealers, and employees for over 80 years. NMHG has an outstanding opportunity for an energetic individual to join the Legal & Risk Management team. The Senior Counsel, Risk Management Claims & Litigation manages product liability lawsuits (including both lift truck litigation and asbestos litigation), conducts and supervises investigations of accidents involving NMHG product, and assists in product assurance training and related responsibilities. RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage assigned portions of NMHG?s self-insured product and general liability program by effectively working with and supporting lawyers retained to represent NMHG and by controlling costs and exposures associa Manage assigned portions of NMHG?s Identify and evaluate potential product assurance and legal exposures related to the design, testing, manufacture, promotion, and sale of the Company?s products and related Communicate, educate and recommend appropriate processes and actions to engineering, marketing, manufacturing and Company management to minimize product litigation risk to NMHG?s business assets. QUALIFICATIONS: 4 L 5-7 years experience strongly preferred with a law firm, insurance company, self-insured entity, or third party administrator in the following fields: handling and supervising complicated, serious injury and high potential exposure prod handling and supervising high potential exposure latent injury (asbestos) and handling and supervising the investigation of fires and accidents relating to heavy industrial equipment, farm equipment, or automobiles. APPLY ONLINE: . We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing. EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled
SOPHISTICATED ESTATE & TAX PLANNING FIRM with significant western regional client base seeks Estate Planning Associate. Requirements: excellent academic credentials and LL.M. in Taxation. Minimum of 2 yrs. Experience in sophisticated estate planning in large or boutique firm estate Planning department. Prefer background in inter vivos and testamentary transfers, Life insurance trusts, charitable trusts, GST transfers, post-mortem planning. Send Resumes to attorney search, Po Box 7156, Boise, ID . We offer an excellent above-market compensation and benefit package, as well as The opportunity to enjoy the four seasons in the beautiful state of Idaho. Located In Boise, Idaho?s capital city, consistently rated as one of the best places to live -- Affordable real estate, easy commute, low crime, excellent weather, sports and Concert venues, endless recreational opportunities, great cultural and Educational resources!
SOPHISTICATED ESTATE & TAX PLANNING FIRM with significant Western regional client base and national profile seeks Estate Planning Attorney to fill senior associate position. Requirements: Excellent
LL.M. prefer minimum 5 years experience in sophisticated estate planning in large or boutique firm estate planning department. Prefer background in inter vivos transfers, life insurance trusts, charitable trusts, GST transfers and post-mortem planning. Send resumes to Attorney Search, PO Box 7156, Boise, ID . We offer an excellent above-market compensation and benefit package, as well as an opportunity to enjoy the four seasons in the beautiful state of Idaho!! Located in Boise, Idaho?s capital city, consistently rated as one of the best places to live ? Affordable Real Estate, Easy Commute, Low Crime, Excellent Weather, Sports and Concert Venues, Endless Recreational opportunities, Great Cultural and Educational Resources!
THE CITY OF SALEM is seeking an Assistant City Attorney who will advise staff and city boards and commissions on all aspects of a municipal law. The ideal candidate will possess a diverse background and knowledge in municipal law, with an emphasis on land use, development of public improvements, and urban renewal. Minimum of five years experience as an attorney, with experience in land use and rea J.D. from an accredited law school, active member in good standing with the Oregon State Bar. Applicants may apply by submitting a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and a completed City of Salem job application to the Human Resources Department, Salem City Hall, 555 Liberty St, SE, Rm. 225, Salem, OR 97301. First review of applications will occur after September 12, 2014. Applicants may view a complete position description, and apply online at Equal Opportunity Employer. Disabled individuals, minorities, veterans, and women are encouraged to apply. ADA accommodations will be provided upon request. TTD/TTY 503-588-6009
THE TRIBAL NATION of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde, located in Northwest Oregon is seeking Requests for Qualifications from individuals interested in serving as Appellate Judge in the Tribal Court of Appeals.
Three positions are available.
This is a part-time, Tribal Council appointed position with a term of two years.
To obtain a copy of the RFQ contact Angela Fasana at 503-879-4596 or angela..
Proposals must be received by 5:00 p.m. on September 19, 2014.
TRANSACTIONAL REAL ESTATE ATTORNEY ? Radler White Parks & Alexander LLP, a real estate and land use boutique with a vibrant and diverse practice, is seeking a real estate attorney for its Portland, Oregon office. At least five years of real estate experience and current admission to the Oregon State Bar are preferred. The ideal candidate is detail oriented and highly organized with superior oral and written advocacy skills and strong academic credentials. Representation of developers, land owners and borrowers preferred. Qualified applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to: Chief Operating Officer, Radler White Parks & Alexander LLP, 111 SW Columbia Street, Suite 1100, Portland, OR 97201 or by email to .
TRIAL COURT ADMINISTRATOR ? Multnomah County Circuit Court, Portland, Oregon.
For information or to apply for this position, go to , select Apply for a job at OJD, select?Paid Positions? and Trial Court Administrator 5.
Only applications submitted through the State of Oregon jobs website, as instructed, will be considered. EOE
VANCOUVER LAW FIRM seeks an attorney with experience in business, banking, tax, real estate, estate planning, and/or creditors? rights to join our 5-person firm. Heurlin, Potter is a well-established firm in downtown Vancouver. The ideal candidate will have some experience in one or more of the above fields of practice and be licensed to practice in Washington, and preferably in Oregon as well. We offer flexible compensation opportunities. Please send resumes and letters of interest to . Your inquiries will remain confidential.
WANTED: ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY FOR BEAVERTON LAW FIRM ? A general practice law firm in Beaverton seeks an attorney that enjoys the practice of law and also enjoys activities related to client development and promoting the success of the law firm. Looking for an attorney that has a client base to join a Beaverton law firm. Please call Anna to schedule a meeting to discuss the opportunity to join The Carlson Law Group: (503) 469-1229.
WILSONVILLE LAW FIRM seeks full time associate in busy business/commercial practice. Applicant must have strong research and writing skills with an eye for detail as well as the ability to work independently to handle a file from intake to conclusion with minimal supervision.
An ideal applicant is someone who has 3-5 years? experience, is licensed in Oregon and Washington, has some clients, engages in marketing and business development activities and has a plan for building their own practice (in areas that complement our existing practice) but wants support and encouragement, and has the expectation of earning an ownership interest in our business. Please submit a writing sample with resume to the Oregon State Bar, Attn: Blind Ad L-20, P.O. Box 231935, Tigard, OR 97281 or email:
with the blind ad number in the subject line.
BAR BOX REPLIES ? To reply to an ad in the classifieds listing a bar box address, mail responses in a 9 x 12 or smaller envelope to the Oregon State Bar, Attn: Blind Ad _____, P.O. Box 231935, Tigard, OR 97281 or email:
with the blind ad number in the subject line. To protect the confidentiality of a bar box holder and of the reader, we offer the following service: if there is a firm you do not wish to see your response, list that firm (or firms) on a note included with your letter to the bar box. Put both in an envelope addressed to ?Classified.? If the box holder is a firm you have listed, your response will be recycled.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - SUPPORT
EUGENE FAMILY LAW LITIGATION PARALEGAL at Arnold Law. Looking for experienced legal assistant dedicated to client service.
for more info.
PORTLAND CREDITOR RIGHTS FIRM seeks Paralegal to support attorneys licensed in Oregon and Washington.
Responsibilities include complex editing and formatting, calendaring deadlines, reviewing local rules, communicating with courts and clients, and e-filing.
Must be detail oriented with ability to prioritize and multitask.
Experience with foreclosures and bankruptcy a plus. Please respond to the Oregon State Bar, Attn: Blind Ad K-19, P.O. Box 231935, Tigard, OR 97281 or email:
with the blind ad number in the subject line.
POSITIONS WANTED
NEED HELP WITH A BIG CASE? Want to expand your practice? Want to take a vacation? Contact the OWLS Contract Lawyer Service. We can help. Fast! You contact us with project/job information. We immediately post the announcement to our contract lawyer listserve. You are promptly contacted by contract lawyers who meet your criteria. Free! No fee to post jobs or projects. You pay the contract lawyer you hire. Effective! Contract lawyers statewide. Many levels of experience. Many types of expertise. For more information, or to post a job, contact the OWLS office at (503) 595-7826 or email .
PRACTICES FOR SALE
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN SELLING YOUR LAW PRACTICE or affiliating with other lawyers to expand your practice areas? Are you a partner in a law firm looking for retirement options? Local practitioner looking to expand by acquisition or affiliation with established firms and sole practitioners in the Portland area. Primary practice acquisition areas of interest are business, tax, securities, real estate, and estate planning. Interested in affiliating with firms/lawyers in other practice areas and outside of the Portland area. For more information email .
BEND PRACTICE available to attorney with at least 5 years? experience. No cash required. Looking for right fit to assume established general practice office. Training as necessary. Forward resume and cover letter to the Oregon State Bar, Attn: Blind Ad G-15, P.O. Box 231935, Tigard, OR 97281, or email:
with the blind ad number in the subject line.
PLANNING TO CLOSE YOUR LAW PRACTICE? Will you ever be able to retire? Call for free and confidential office assistance ? Professional Liability Fund Practice Management Advisors ? Sheila Blackford, Dee Crocker, or Beverly Michaelis at (503) 639-6911 or (800) 452-1639.
SOLO PRACTICE FOR SALE, Central Oregon Coast ? Focus on estate planning and probate. Owner will mentor for smooth transition. Excellent location, near Post Office, banks and other professional offices. Pleasant, interesting clients, proximity to antique shops, beachcombing. Price and terms negotiable. Opportunity to purchase the building. Please respond to the Oregon State Bar, Attn: Blind Ad B-18, P.O. Box 231935, Tigard, OR 97281 or email:
with the blind ad number in the subject line.
RECREATIONAL RENTALS
CABO LUXURY, Montecristo villa - 3400 sqft, 3 master BR, 2 living rooms., sleeps 10; private pool, incredible view, daily maid, WIFI, three resorts, golf. $2800/week to atty's ($4500 reg) (503) 351-6814, .
CUTE, COZY, WOODSY RHODODENDRON CABIN on Camp Creek. Wood stove for atmosphere, hikes galore. Sleeps 4-6. $75/night (2-night minimum), $350/week. Email peterc@lclark,edu or call (503) 590-3996.
GOT GUESTS? GOT STRESS? Get Out of Town for some rest and relaxation. Day tours for carloads and small groups (25 max). Fun, Leisurely, Local - Get Out of Town Tours (503) 709-8458;
KIHEI, MAUI, HAWAII? Large oceanview 1BR, 2BA condo, LR sleepersofa, two pools/spas, tennis, across street from beach. Attorney discounts.
(503) 329-5088; Pictures: http://picasaweb.
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KONA, HAWAII ? Lovely oceanfront 1 BR condo. Large MBR, vaulted ceilings, great view. Tennis, oceanside pool and spa, walk to town (503) 675-6220. For photos, email: .
LONDON ? Completely furnished, spacious 3 BR/2 BA flat in Westminster Dist. Secured building, underground parking and 24-hr concierge service. Close to everything, weekly rates - .
MT. HOOD FOREST CABIN ? Newly remodeled. Spacious living/dining area with fireplace. Deck overlooking stream. Master bedroom, loft, 1
baths. Minutes to golf, skiing, hiking. Sleeps 8. $300 weekend (Fri.-Sat.nts.) $130/night Sun.-Thurs. $600 plus $100 cleaning fee. Call Louise (503) 317-5666 or email: .
OCEANSIDE ? Beach house on Cliffside. Overlooking ocean and Netarts Bay. 4 decks, fireplace, spa tub, washer/dryer, and fully equipped kitchen. Three baths, $300 weekend (Fri, Sat nts); $100/night Sun-T $700 plus $100 cleaning fee. Call Michael at (503) 478-1280 or email Mary at .
PALM DESERT ? Lovely, completely remodeled 2 BR 2 BA condo at Palm Valley CC. Sleeps 4. No pets/smoking, available thru January 2015. (503) 675-6220.
PARIS APARTMENT ? At Notre Dame. Elegant 2 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom apartment, in the heart of Paris. (503) 227-3722.
SCOTTSDALE ? North Scottsdale home near Troon and TPC golf courses. Newly furnished. 3BR, 2BA, 52?plasma TV, pool, outdoor barbecue. No smoking, no pets. Tony at (503) 221-2271.
SEASIDE ? Absolutely gorgeous 3200 sq ft vacation home with panoramic ocean view during the day & city lights at night. Hot tub on deck, Sleeps 8+. Pet/smoke free. Introductory rates (360) 694-5175, (877) 464-4429.
SEASIDE ? Large 3 BR, 2 BA,
block to beach. 2 TVs, partial ocean view. 2 night minimum - $150 per night, $950 per week + cleaning + tax (503) 228-4317 or (503) 777-3283. No smoking, no pets.
SUNRIVER HOME ON DESCHUTES RIVER ? Beautiful, spacious newly remodeled, 4 BD 4.25 BA double car heated garage with ping pong & air hockey, bikes, hot tub, wood stove, big screen TVs WIFI, W/D, 2 masters w/king beds, dogs welcome, sleeps 10+ (503) 707-4617.
SUNRIVER?SUNRAY VACATION RENTALS - Choose from over 150 Homes or Condos with hot tubs. Pets OK in some homes. Call (800)-531-1130, book online at , or e-mail us at .
SUNRIVER ? Warm, cozy, 2 bedroom, 1 bath Ranch Cabin, ideal for a weekend getaway. Fireplace, TV, Wi-Fi, DVD, CD, BBQ, washer/dryer, fully furnished & well-equipped. Sleeps 4. $95.00/night + $75 cleaning fee (541) 944-2694.
ADR: MEDIATION & ARBITRATION ? Available for private engagements as mediator/arbitrator in trial court cases. Highly experienced and effective in facilitating settlement of many difficult cases. Background: 25 years of mediator and arbitrator since 1993. Barbara Gazeley, (503) 244-3444;
APPELLATE ATTORNEY ? Available to assist with appeals or take referrals. Experienced with hundreds of appeals. Background also includes publication of the ?Oregon Appellate Manual? with Butterworths, and eleven years of teaching legal writing, research and appellate advocacy at the University of Oregon School of Law. Some appeals cost under $4000. Call George Kelly, (541) 343-1884.
ARE YOU UNORGANIZED? Are your clients and staff losing their patience? Call for free and confidential office assistance ? Professional Liability Fund Practice Management Advisors ? Sheila Blackford, Dee Crocker, or Beverly Michaelis at (503) 639-6911 or 1-800-452-1639.
AVIATION ATTORNEY ? Thomas J. Flaherty (503) 245-2500, or email . A defense of FAA certificate NTSB purchase
available for representation, consultation or referrals. OSB member since 1974. Instrument rated commercial pilot, single-engine land, single-engine sea, multi-engine land. FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), Instrument Flight Instructor (CFII) and Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI).
AVIATION LAW ? Landye Bennett Blumstein LLP, , is one of the leading firms in airplane and helicopter crash litigation for plaintiffs, with over 40 years of combined experience. We have successfully litigated cases against many major aircraft/component manufacturers, including Cessna, Piper, Cirrus, Beech, Rockwell, Fairchild, Sikorsky, Robinson, Avidyne, Honeywell, Teledyne Continental, Lycoming, Kaman, United Instruments, and GE. Contact Bob Hopkins,
, or Matt Clarke, , at (503) 224-4100.
CERTIFIED PARALEGAL, CERTIFIED COURT REPORTER, need work at home. 30 years legal experience. Reasonable rates. Call Mary (503) 246-6214.
COMPUTER AND MOBILE FORENSICS ? Headquartered in Beaverton, contact Deadbolt Forensics to access the digital evidence in your case.
(503) 683-7138.
CONTRACT ATTORNEY ? Over 27 years experience. Economical rates. Contact Mark Kemp at (541) 962-5070 or (541) 962-0222.
FORENSIC DOCUMENT EXAMINER ? Trained by the Secret Service and US Postal Crime Lab examiners. Fully equipped laboratory. Qualified in state and federal courts. Retired from the Eugene Police Department. Jim Green, (888) 485-0832, .
FREE & CONFIDENTIAL ASSISTANCE for office systems, including docket control, tickler systems, conflict checks, efficient office & time management, and client communications. Call the Professional Liability Fund Practice Management Advisors ? Sheila Blackford, Dee Crocker, or Beverly Michaelis (503) 639-6911 or 1-800-452-1639.
INVESTIGATION ? Northwest Investigations & Consulting is a full service investigation firm specializing in: Trial Preparation, Locates, Interviews, Asset & Background Checks. Mike Greene of Rosenthal, Greene & Devlin PC., states " Their positive results & professionalism really shows" contact Steve (503) 710-4414, email:
LEGAL ETHICS DEFENSE: ETHICS ADVICE & OPINIONS ? Christopher R. Hardman - Providing defense services against Bar disc legal ethics advice, consultations, and opinion letters. Mr. Hardman is a former Assistant Disciplinary Counsel of the Oregon State Bar Office of Disciplinary C and a former Bar prosecutor. He is a speaker and moderator at Ethics Continuing Legal Education Seminars sponsored by the Bar, New Lawyers Division and others. He may be contacted at his office: Christopher R. Hardman, (503) 916-1787 , or Fax (503) 916-1789; 25 NW 23rd Pl Ste 6, PMB 497; Portland, OR 97210.
NEED HELP WITH A BIG CASE? Want to expand your practice? Want to take a vacation? Contact the OWLS Contract Lawyer Service. We can help. Fast! You contact us with project/job information. We immediately post the announcement to our contract lawyer listserve. You are promptly contacted by contract lawyers who meet your criteria. Free! No fee to post jobs or projects. You pay the contract lawyer you hire. Effective! Contract lawyers statewide. Many levels of experience. Many types of expertise. For more information, or to post a job, contact the OWLS office at (503) 595-7826 or email .
NEED HELP WITH E-FILING? * Assess your offices scanning needs. * Recommend and install software and hardware. * Develop procedures and training. Matthew A. Rask, Document Scanning Consulting, 15 Years Experience -
phone: (503) 704 3369.
PROBATE: ESTATE- PERSONAL /REAL PROPERTY CLEANUP AND DISPOSAL ? No job too big or too small. Reasonable rates. Confidential,
Anywhere In Oregon. E-mail:
or (541) 961-3722.
PROBATE MEDIATION ? Anastasia Yu Meisner, Attorney Multnomah Court Annexed Probate Mediator. 150+ hours of experience. Mediation of wills, trusts, conservatorships, and guardianships disputes (503)697-1035.
TRANSPORTATION ? Federal and state regulation, FMCSA, freight claims and charges, DOT matters, much more. Larry Davidson. (503) 229-0199; .
STRESS, anxiety, depression psychoth confidential assistance improving strained relationships, clarifying career considerations, responding constructively to occupational, family, and individual emotional developments, transitions, etc. Standish McCleary III, J.D., Ph.D., Lic. psychologist (16 yrs. atty); (503) 228-0688.
WASHINGTON WORKERS COMP 30 years experience. More than 2000 cases successfully handled. Contact: Kevin G. Staples, Washington Workers Comp ., (503) 283-3393; (360) 816-2500; .
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
BE A COURT TOUR GUIDE! Court tours begin in early October. Nearly 5,000 students, grades 5-12, visit the courthouse annually. Guides are needed to show them around. To be a guide, all you need is: willingness to work with 30-60 students, chaperones, one morning (8:30-noon) basic knowledge of court system and inter comfort
ability to coordinate logistics with a teacher. Classroom Law Project will provide training. Being an attorney is not required. Many court tour guides are former teachers or other civic-minded adults interested in sharing our judicial system with students. Orientation: There will be an orientation luncheon for tour guides (both new and veteran) on Friday, September 12, 2014, at the Gus Solomon Courthouse cafeteria in downtown Portland (RSVP requested). If you have friends who may be interested, please pass this along! Visit
for more information, sign up to volunteer, and RSVP for our Court Tour Guide Orientation (on Friday, September 12). Questions?
Contact Classroom Law Project at (503) 224-4424 or .
LONG-TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN ? Use your professional skills to become an advocate for our elders in long-term care facilities. Volunteers needed statewide to work independently 5-8 hours a week to advocate, investigate, and educate on behalf of the residents. Visit
THE OREGON BLACK PIONEERS BOARD MEMBER SEARCH ? An organization whose mission is research and education about African American history in Oregon is seeking a legal professional to become a Board Member. See the website at
or contact Martha Rutherford at .
WANT TO PURCHASE minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557, Denver, CO 80201.
WILL SEARCHES
WILL SEARCH FOR GRANT MERVIN PICKRELL, DOB 5-3-1945, DOD 6-27-2013. Prior search around July 2013 found 2 attorney retainers with name misspelled "Grant Mervin Pickerell"- need to relocate those attorneys and documents. Common misspellings of last name: Pickerell, Dickrell, Rickrell, Rickerell, Picreal, Picknell, Picrello, Pickrall, Pickreall. If you have one with these misspellings or any other misspelling please contact: Personal Representative Ellen J. James, (503)437-8207 or .
WILL SEARCH FOR LEON KARL PODANY, DOB 3-14-50, DOD 11-18-13, Contact Attorney Lawrence M. Vergun, (503) 499-1225,
WILL SEARCH FOR WILLIAM JAMES KONDO DOB 4-26-42, DOD 6-15-14 (his son has same name). Contact Attorney Michael Buroker (503) 658-8540, .
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