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1000 Friends of Oregon
534 SW 3rd Ave., Ste. 300
Portland, OR 97204
Contact: Steve McCoy (503) 497-1000
Email: mc@friends.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Cases involving land use law. Help worthy clients support, enforce, and defend the Oregon land use Planning Program.
TRAINING: Informal mentoring or other assistance available if required.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. Land use experience helpful but not required.
ACLU of Oregon
P.O. Box 40585
Portland, OR 97240
Contact: Jann Carson, Associate Director,
Legal Program Director, (503)227-3186
Email: info@aclu-or.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Civil liberties and civil rights law.
TRAINING: Occasional formal training opportunitieson particular civil liberties or civil rights issues.
Catholic
Charities Immigration Legal Services*
2740 SE Powell Blvd #2
Portland, OR 97202
Contact: Sam Oliver (503) 688-2714
Email: soliver@catholiccharitiesoregon.org
OPPORTUNITIES: A wide variety
of immigration cases, including removal defense, family visas, self-petitions
by battered spouses, and others. Volunteers may perform any level of assistance
ranging from discrete tasks up to full representation in immigration court.
TRAINING: Informal and as needed, through
experienced immigration attorney. Extensive library of training materials.
Occasional opportunities for formal seminars, when offered in the region.
OTHER: Spanish (or other) language skills
greatly appreciated! Agency provides insurance. No specific time commitments.
Catholic Charities/El Programa Hispano
451 NW 1st St., Gresham, OR 97030
Contact: Laura Bradshaw (503) 669-8350 x243
Email: laurabradshaw@hotmail.com
or Eoin Bastable (503) 669-8350 x233
OPPORTUNITIES: El Programa Hispano/Low
Income Tax Clinic (LITC) invites CPA's, attorneys, or enrolled agents
to be part of our Tax Expert Representative Group. Volunteers may advocate
and represent low income Latino taxpayers who have controversy with the IRS.
OTHER: El Programa Hispano provides
direct Spanish translation to all those cases that might require this service.
Central City Concern (CCC), www.ccconcern.org
232 NW 6th Avenue
Portland, OR 97209
Contact: Kristy Faricy, Director of Legal Affairs, (503) 200-3894
Email: Kristy.Faricy@ccconcern.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Central City Concern, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization existing to provide comprehensive solutions to ending homelessness and achieving self-sufficiency, seeks pro bono legal services from attorneys and law firms in the Portland Metro area in an effort to reduce its legal spending so those funds may be redirected to its programs in furtherance of its mission. Although CCC's Legal Affairs' office serves as the primary resource for all agency legal matters, it is not staffed to provide for certain specialized matters, and often also needs additional assistance to support its legal staff in its day-to-day activities. The specialized areas in which CCC is in need generally relate to real estate transactions; construction law; complex contract drafting; intellectual property; Federally Qualified Health Center administration; labor/EEO matters; state and federal privacy law compliance; social enterprises; nonprofit administration; and landlord-tenant matters, among numerous other areas. Attorneys and law firms willing to provide this service to Central City Concern will be contributing to the positive transformation of people's lives in the Portland community.
TRAINING: None.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. No specific time commitment required; Legal services desired on an as-needed basis.
Citizen
Review Board (CRB) - Oregon Judicial Department
(Except Gilliam, Sherman, and Wheeler Counties)
Contact: Volunteer Resource Coordinator (503) 731-3007 or toll free (888)-530-8999
Email: CRB.Volunteer.Resources@ojd.state.or.us
OPPORTUNITIES: Citizen Review Board (CRB)
members volunteer one weekday per month to conduct case reviews for children
and youth in out of home placements in the custody of the Department of Human
Services and the Oregon Youth Authority. Serving in the county where they live
or work, volunteers interact with parents, foster care providers, case workers,
attorneys, therapists, and other legal or interested parties to the child or
youth's case. The CRB has a dual statutory mandate to conduct case reviews and
to make recommendations on policies, procedures, and laws relating to substitute
care. CRB volunteers actively promote conditions which ensure every child lives
in a safe, secure, healthy, permanent home, preserving families whenever possible.
In cases of youth offenders, volunteers work to ensure public safety and reformation,
helping youth offenders become successful and productive members of society.
Created in 1985, the Citizen Review Board program now operates with approximately
400 volunteers throughout the state of Oregon.
TRAINING: A sixteen hour orientation training
is provided as the final phase of application.
OTHER: All volunteers are appointed by the
Chief Justice of the Oregon Supreme Court, and must complete a screening and
application process.
Classroom Law Project Mock Trial
620 SW Main Ste. 102
Portland, OR 97205
Contact: Toni Kelich (503) 224-4424
Email: office@classroomlaw.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Coaching mock trial teamsand judging regional and state competitions.
TRAINING: Lunch hour training.
OTHER: Competitions are held in the spring.Time commitment to coach mock trial team varies by school.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon and the Oregon Law Center
These organizations coordinate the pro bono programs in 32 counties in Oregon through local offices. Please see each county for appropriate offce.
OPPORTUNITIES: Varied opportunities available ranging from brief consultations to full case representation for low-income clients on cases involving general practice legal issues including: restraining orders, family, housing, consumer, senior, civil rights, employment, administrative and individual rights.
TRAINING: Access to program training materials, state and national back-up centers, sample pleadings, research, etc. as needed.
OTHER: PLF coverage for pro bono referrals is provided for exempt attorneys; no specific time commitment.
Immigration
Counseling Service *
519 SW Park Ave. Ste. 610
Portland, OR 97205
Contact: Barbara Babcock (503) 221-1689 ext. 103
Email: bbabcock@immigrationcounseling.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Cases involving family unity
defense and unification, protection from persecution, deportation defense, and
protection for victims of domestic violence.
TRAINING: Experienced attorneys available.
OTHER: Foreign language helpful, but not required.
Agency provides insurance for exempt attorneys.
National Lawyers Guild
3430 SE Belmont St. Ste. 101
Portland, OR 97214
Contact: Stu Sugarman (503) 234-2694
Email: blc@hevanet.com
OPPORTUNITIES: Criminal defense work of non-violent civil disobedience protesters.
TRAINING: Mentor attorneys available.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. Time commitment varies
Northwest Constitutional
Rights Center
520 SW 6th Ave., Suite 1050,
Portland, OR 97205
Contact: Alejandro Queral (503) 295-6400
Email: info@nwcrc.org
OPPORTUNITIES: The Northwest
Constitutional Rights Center is a unique advocacy and legal organization that
safeguards the rights of political activists, communities of color, and immigrants
through public interest litigation, advocacy, and education. We offer varied
pro bono opportunities ranging from delivering a Protect Your Rights workshop
or serving on a civil rights speaking panel to advocacy for individuals who
have filed complaints against police officers with Portland's Independent
Police Review Division or full case representation on cases involving public
records requests, police misconduct or racial profiling.
TRAINING: On-job training, reference materials,
and staff attorney available.
OTHER: Time commitment varies.
Northwest Coalition for Alternatives to Pesticides
PO Box 1393
Eugene, OR 97440
Contact: Megan Kemple (541) 344-5044 ext. 20
Email: info@pesticide.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Research assistance to support litigation against federal
and state agencies regarding pesticide use, registration and regulation.
TRAINING: Reference materials and mentor attorneys available.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage for case representation. Time
commitment varies.
Disability Rights Oregon *
610 SW Broadway Suite 200
Portland, OR 97205
Contact: Barbara Herget (503) 243-2081
Email: welcome@disabilityrightsoregon.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Representation of individuals with disabilities with issues related to special education, abuse and neglect, access and individual rights.
TRAINING: Mentor Attorneys available; other training as needed.
OTHER: OAC is a non profit, law office providing free advocacy services to people who have a legal issue related to their disability. Disability Rights Oregon is a certified pro bono progams offering free PLF coverage to pro bono practitioners.
Oregon Crime Victims Law Center
310 SW 4th Suite 612
Portland, OR 97204
Contact: Janine Robben or Adelia Hwang, (503) 208-8160
Email: janine@ocvlc.org or adelia@ocvlc.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Pro bono attorneys needed to represent petitioners in restraining order cases that have parallel criminal cases pending against the respondents for sexual assault and/or domestic violence. Pro bono attorneys also may represent crime victims on particular issues in criminal cases, such as on motions to quash subpoenas seeking access to the victim, victim's real property, cell phone, computer, etc.; restitution hearings, etc.
TRAINING:The center conducts periodic training in conjunction with the Portland-based National Crime Victim Law Institute. It also has a victims' rights law handbook and staff attorneys available for consultation.
OTHER: PLF coverage provided. No specific time commitments. Spanish (or other) language skills and/or location outside of the Portland metro area are pluses!
Oregon State Bar Lawyer to Lawyer Program
P.O. Box 231935
16037 SW Upper Boones Ferry Rd
Tigard, OR
97281-1935
Contact: Kay Pulju (503) 620-0222 ext. 402
Email: kpulju@osbar.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Volunteers provide brief advice
and counsel to other attorneys seeking help with any type of legal question.
TRAINING: None.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. Time commitment
varies, including as little as 15-minute phone consultation
Oregon
State Bar Military Assistance Panel *
P.O. Box 231935
16037 SW Upper Boones Ferry Rd
Tigard, OR
97281-1935
Contact: Kay Pulju (503) 620-0222 ext. 402
Email: kpulju@osbar.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Volunteer panelists should
expect to give at least one hour of advice and counseling regarding the Servicemembers' Civil
Relief Act (SCRA), Oregon's consumer protection laws, and general information
on the rights of families with a member in active duty to a client free of
charge. It is up to the attorney and client to decide whether to continue the
attorney/client relationship beyond the pro bono consultation.
TRAINING: OSB provides free video training
sessions and written materials covering specific legal issues addressed by
SSCRA and applicable provisions of related areas of law.
OTHER: The state bar will maintain a list
of pro bono attorneys and lawyers offering reduced fees who are available to
assist Oregon's mobilized service members and their dependents. The list
will be available to both the National Guard's JAG Corps and individual
military personnel.
Oregon State Bar Problem Solvers Program *
P.O. Box 231935
16037 SW Upper Boones Ferry Rd
Tigard, OR
97281-1935
Contact: George Wolff (503) 620-0222 ext. 418
Email: gwolff@osbar.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Volunteer panelists should
expect to give at least 30 minutes of advice and counseling to Oregon youth.
The program is available free of charge to any Oregon youth aged 11-17. Volunteers
can specify the substantive practice area(s) they want to cover. The legal
issues can run the gamut. However, the most common issues involve domestic
relations, consumer law, criminal, employment, DMV and school discipline. The
population served by this program generally has no access to legal services
and little experience with courts and the justice system.
TRAINING: Written information provided.
OTHER: No PLF required. Volunteers receive
free PLF coverage
Oregon Wildlife Federation
3430 SE Belmont
Portland, OR 97214
Contact: Paul Loney (503) 234-2694
Email: blc@hevanet.com
OPPORTUNITIES: Criminal
defense work of non-violent civil disobedience protesters.
TRAINING: Mentor attorneys available; other training as needed.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. Any time commitment is acceptable.
United States District Court, District of Oregon
1000 SW Third Avenue, Room 740
Portland, OR 97204
Contact: Nicole Munoz (503) 326-8014
Email: Nicole_Munoz@ord.uscourts.gov
Contact: Laura Brennan (503) 326-8163
Email: Laura_Brennan@ord.uscourts.gov
OPPORTUNITIES: The U.S. District Court Pro Bono Program appoints attorneys to represent pro se parties in civil cases who, in the Court's opinion, require and are qualified to receive them. Such parties (who are often
incarcerated) typically lack the financial means or legal experience to adequately deal with the issues and proceedings in U.S. District Court. The representation may be for all purposes or for the limited purposes of reviewing claims or of participating in mediation or settlement.
TRAINING: The court is in the process of compiling tips on dealing with inmates and obtaining mentors for appointed attorneys. Tutorials for electronic filing and program procedures are available on the Court's website at www.ord.uscourts.gov.
OTHER: To register as a volunteer, please complete the Pro Bono Application Form located on the Court's website or contact Nicole Munoz.
Volunteer Defense Counsel for Bar Disciplinary Proceedings
Oregon State Bar
P.O. Box 231935
16037 SW Upper Boones Ferry Rd
Tigard, OR
Contact: Danielle Edwards 503-620-0222, Ext. 426
Email: dedwards@osbar.org
OPPORTUNITIES: The Oregon State
Bar is looking for members who are willing to volunteer their time to assist
lawyers who are being investigated or prosecuted for disciplinary violations.
Volunteers will provide (pro bono) representation for accused lawyers in disciplinary
matters, as their time and availability permit. Volunteer defense counsel are
not screened, but are expected to be familiar with the disciplinary rules and
the disciplinary process. The bar does not require the volunteer defense counsel
to provide any particular level of services. It is anticipated that most of the
volunteer services will be of a consultative nature in the early stages of an
investigation or prosecution. Volunteer defense counsel and their clients will
determine by agreement the scope, nature, and charges for defense services to
be provided.
TRAINING: None.
OTHER:The bar will
maintain a list of pro bono attorneys offering to serve as defense counsel.
May Day, Inc.
1931 Court Ave.
Baker City, OR 97814
Contact: Executive Director (541) 523-9472
Email: mayday@bakervalley.net
OPPORTUNITIES: Advice and representation for restraining orders, respondent hearings, divorce, child custody, other family law issues and general civil practice issues.
TRAINING: Advocacy training on domestic violence, sexual violence, and child abuse issues.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. Time commitment varies.
Oregon Law Center *
225 SW 1st Ave. #6
Ontario, OR 97914
Contact: David Henretty (541) 889-3121
Email: dhenretty81419@lasoregon.org
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
433 4th Ave. SW
Albany, OR 97321
Contact: Tamie Smith (541) 926-8678
Toll free: (800) 817-4605
Email: tamie.smith@lasoregon.org
Bradley-Angle
House
PO Box 14694
Portland, OR 97293
Contact: Karla K McFarland (503) 282-9940
Email: karlam@bradleyangle.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Divorce, custody, temporaryrestraining
orders, civil harassment suits, and landlord-tenant law.
TRAINING: We offer 39 hour training programsthree
times each year on domestic violence and related issues.
OTHER: Must have PLF Coverage. Time commitmentvaries.
Community Solutions for Clackamas County
ACCESS Employment Services
112 Eleventh Street
Oregon City, OR 97045
Contact: Teresa Baldwin (503) 655-8845
Email: tbaldwin@co.clackamas.or.us
OPPORTUNITIES: ACCESS Employment Services assists parents receiving public assistance in becoming job ready and finding stable employment. Some of the training and classes we offer include: GED, medical terminology, and MS Office applications. Many of our clients come from backgrounds of extreme and generational poverty, domestic violence, legal history, financial and other contractual difficulties (landlord-tenant, consumer). Therefore, advice and representation on child custody, divorce and restraining order hearings, criminal expunction, and consumer law tend to be the main issues where your input can be invaluable. Willing volunteers will mostly review relevant paperwork and explain the process for filing any necessary documentation to clients.
TRAINING: None.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. Time commitment varies, including as little as 15-minute phone consultation, dependent upon case and attorney schedule. Any assistance including one-time assistance would make a difference in the lives of our clients. Thank you for considering our program.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
421 High St. Ste. 110
Oregon City, OR 97045
Contact: (503) 665-2518
Email: oregoncity@lasoregon.org
Mothers Against Drunk Driving
9375 SW Wilsonville Rd, Suite B
Wilsonville, OR 97070
Contact: John Haines
(503) 236-1580 x 206
Email: josephe@maddpnw.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Provide guidance and support to victims of drunk driving crashes. Participate in volunteer meetings and committees to help further the mission of MADD to include fundraising, public education, speaking engagements, and legislative efforts. We are currently developing a Court Monitor position. This person would provide feedback on drunk driving cases and make recommendations of current procedures, sentencing guidelines, laws, etc. Another position available is MADD Victim Advocate: This position provides direct services to injured and bereaved victims/survivors and those who have been emotionally and/or financially impacted by DUI crashes. Victim Advocates provide emotional support, information and assistance through the criminal justice process, providing information about drunk driving laws, and victim rights as well as court accompaniment for legal proceedings. We welcome those interested in any other services you feel would benefit MADD and its mission.
TRAINING:There may be opportunities to receive training at the national level on Court Monitors, MADD Victim Advocate and other topics
OTHER: Our preference would be a commitment of several hours each month but any assistance including one-time assistance would make a difference in the lives of our community.
Refugee and Immigrant Family Strengthening Program
10301 Northeast Glisan Street
Portland, OR 97220
Contact: Cathy Olivero-Relang (503) 234-1541 EXT. 179
E-mail: cathyr@mail.irco.org
OPPORTUNITIES: A
Domestic Violence Program of Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO).
Cases involving immigrationlaw such as assisting domestic violence survivors
self-petition under the ViolenceAgainst Women Act (VAWA), U-visas, and T-visas.
Cases involving contested protectiveorders, divorce and child custody proceedings.
TRAINING: We provide a formal and or informal
40 hour domestic violence training as necessary that includes a segment on
domestic violence within immigrant and refugee communities
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. No specific
time commitment. Language skills greatly appreciated!
St. Andrew Legal Clinic,
Family Law *
421 High St. #210
Oregon City, OR 97045
Contact: Elaine Hamm (503) 557-9800
Email: ehamm@salcgroup.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Provide intake and consultation services in the area of family law only in
clinic setting.
TRAINING: Written information and on-site training. First visit spent observing only. Mentor attorneys available.
OTHER: PLF coverage not required for exempt attorneys; flexible time
commitment - clinics held every Wednesday and alternate Tuesdays.
Clatsop County Womens Resource Center
1010 Duane St., Ste. 207
Astoria, OR 97103
Contact: Director (503) 325-3426
OPPORTUNITIES: Assistance with contested restraining orders and stalking
complaints, courtroom advocacy, divorce and custody issues.
TRAINING: Materials available from trainings by Legal Aid Services
of Oregon.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage, time commitment of one or two cases
per month.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
230 NE 2nd Ave., Ste. A
Hillsboro, OR 97124
Contact: Leslea S Smith (503) 648-7163 ext. 105
Email: leslea.smith@lasoregon.org
Columbia County Legal Aid Program *
PO Box 1400
St. Helens, OR 97051
Contact: Holly Barbour (503) 397-1628
Email: ccla@ados.net
OPPORTUNITIES: Cases involving family law
and landlord-tenant.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
230 NE 2nd Ave., Ste. A
Hillsboro, OR 97124
Contact: Leslea S Smith (503) 648-7163 ext. 105
Email: leslea.smith@lasoregon.org
St. Andrew Legal Clinic,
Family Law *
421 High St. #210
Oregon City, OR 97045
Contact: Elaine Hamm (503) 557-9800
Email: ehamm@salcgroup.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Provide intake
and consultation services in the area of family law only in clinic setting.
TRAINING: Written information and on-site
training. First visit spent observing only. Mentor attorneys available.
OTHER: PLF coverage not required for
exempt attorneys; flexible time commitment, clinics held every Wednesday
and alternate Tuesdays.
Women's Safety and Resource Center
PO Box 791
North Bend, OR 97459
Contact: Judy Moody (541) 756-5964
Email: judymoody@womensafety.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Legal issues related to divorce, custody, temporary
restraining orders, domestic violence/sexual assault.
TRAINING: Quarterly volunteer orientations. Manuals are provided
to volunteers.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. No specific time commitment. Organization also has a shelter.
Oregon Law Center *
455 S 4th, Suite 5, PO Box 1098
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Contact: Mark Vincent (541) 269-2616 ext. 201
Email: marksvincent2003@yahoo.com
Central Oregon Battering & Rape Alliance
1425 NW Kingston
Bend, OR 97701
Contact: Toni Ryan (541) 382-9227
Email: toni@COBRA-DVSA.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Short legal consultations; contested restraining orders; issues concerning contested divorce or custody.
TRAINING: A thirty (30) hour training program to potential volunteers and interested people in the community is available.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. Time commitment varies.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
1029 NW 14th
Bend, OR 97701
Contact: Denise Newman (541) 385-6944
Email: denise.newman@lasoregon.org
Women's Safety and Resource Center
PO Box 791
North Bend, OR 97459
Contact: Judy Moody (541) 756-7864
Email: judymoody@womensafety.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Legal issues related to divorce, custody, temporary
restraining orders, domestic violence/sexual assault.
TRAINING: Quarterly volunteer orientations. Manuals are provided
to volunteers.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. No specific time commitment. Organization also has a shelter.
Oregon Law Center *
455 S 4th, Suite 5, PO Box 1098
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Contact: Mark Vincent (541) 269-2616 ext. 201
Email: marksvincent2003@yahoo.com
Central Oregon Battering & Rape Alliance
1425 NW Kingston
Bend, OR 97701
Contact: Toni Ryan (541) 382-9227
Email: toni@COBRA-DVSA.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Short legal consultations; contested restraining orders; issues concerning contested divorce or custody.
TRAINING: A thirty (30) hour training program to potential volunteers and interested people in the community is available.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. Time commitment varies.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
1029 NW 14th
Bend, OR 97701
Contact: Denise Newman (541) 385-6944
Email: denise.newman@lasoregon.org
Women's Safety and Resource Center
PO Box 791
North Bend, OR 97459
Contact: Judy Moody (541) 756-7864
Email: judymoody@womensafety.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Legal issues related to divorce, custody, temporary
restraining orders, domestic violence/sexual assault.
TRAINING: Quarterly volunteer orientations. Manuals are provided
to volunteers.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. No specific time commitment. Organization also has a shelter.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
700 SE Kane St., PO Box 219
Roseburg, OR 97470
Contact: Sharon Lee Schwartz (541) 673-1182 ext. 205
Email: sharonlee.schwartz@lasoregon.org
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
365 SE 3rd St.
Pendleton, OR 97801
Contact: Arron Guevara (541) 966-1420
Email: arron.guevara@lasoregon.org
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
421 High St. Ste. 110
Oregon City, OR 97045
Contact: (800) 228-6958
Email: oregoncity@lasoregon.org
Oregon Law Center *
455 S 4th, Suite 5, PO Box 1098
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Contact: Mark Vincent (541) 269-2616 ext. 201
Email: marksvincent2003@yahoo.com
Oregon Law Center *
225 SW 1st Ave. #6
Ontario, OR 97914
Contact: David Henretty (541) 889-3121
Email: dhenretty81419@lasoregon.org
Oregon Law Center *
225 SW 1st Ave. #6
Ontario, OR 97914
Contact: David Henretty (541) 889-3121
Email: dhenretty81419@lasoregon.org
Helping Hands
PO Box 441
Hood River, OR 97031
Contact: Executive Director (541) 386-4808
Email: hhands@gorge.net
OPPORTUNITIES: Advice and representation on child custody, divorce and restraining order hearings.
TRAINING: None.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage; no specific time commitment.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
421 High St. Ste. 110
Oregon City, OR 97045
Contact: (800) 228-6958
Email: oregoncity@lasoregon.org
Center for NonProfit Legal Services *
225 W Main St.
Medford, OR 97501
Contact: Debra FJ Lee (541) 779-7292
Email: lee.debra@charterinternet.com
OPPORTUNITIES: Handling of conflict overflow cases representing the adverse party. Cases are usually in the areas of family law, housing, consumer, employment immigration, individual rights and public benefits law.
TRAINING: Training manuals provided; information sharing with experienced practitioners.
Central Oregon Battering & Rape Alliance
1425 NW Kingston
Bend, OR 97701
Contact: Toni Ryan (541) 382-9227
Email: toni@COBRA-DVSA.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Short legal consultations; contested restraining orders; issues concerning contested divorce or custody.
TRAINING: A thirty (30) hour training program to potential volunteers and interested people in the community is available.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. Time commitment varies.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
1029 NW 14th
Bend, OR 97701
Contact: Denise Newman (541) 385-6944
Email: denise.newman@lasoregon.org
Oregon Law Center *
424 NW 6th St #102, PO Box 429
Grants Pass, OR 97528
Contact: Eric Dahlin (541) 476-2154
Email: olcgp@yahoo.com
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
1029 NW 14th
Bend, OR 97701
Contact: Denise Newman (541) 385-6944
Email: denise.newman@lasoregon.org
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
1029 NW 14th
Bend, OR 97701
Contact: Denise Newman (541) 385-6944
Email: denise.newman@lasoregon.org
Women's Safety and Resource Center
PO Box 791
North Bend, OR 97459
Contact: Judy Moody (541) 756-7864
Email: judymoody@womensafety.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Legal issues related to divorce, custody, temporary
restraining orders, domestic violence/sexual assault.
TRAINING: Quarterly volunteer orientations. Manuals are provided
to volunteers.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. No specific time commitment. Organization also has a shelter.
Lane County
Legal Aid Stop Violence Against Women Project
376 E 11th Avenue
Eugene, OR 97401
Contact: Pat Vallerand, Executive Director
(541) 485-1017 ext. 150
Email: pat@ormediate.com
OPPORTUNITIES: Represent survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking and dating violence in protective orders, visitation, custody, dissolution, other family law or related civil matters including housing, employment, consumer credit and public benefits.
TRAINING: On the job, legal advocates are available to provide support to clients and assist in preparing client for court.
OTHER: Counties where volunteers are needed: Lane
Lane County Legal Aid Volunteer Lawyers Program *
376 E 11th Ave.
Eugene, OR 97401
Contact: Ralph Saltus (541) 342-6056 ext. 140
Email: rsaltus@lclas.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Civil law cases for low income clients, serve seniors and victims of domestic violence done on appointment basis.
TRAINING: On the job. Volunteers have use of law library and expertise of legal services attorneys.
OTHER: Minimum time commitment is 2 hours.
Lane
County Legal Aid & Advocacy Center
Senior Law Services *
376 E 11th Ave.
Eugene, OR 97401
Contact: Jean Beachdel (541) 342-6056 ext. 131
Email: jbeachdel@lclac.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Advice and counsel to seniorsby
appointment at senior centers.
TRAINING: On the job. Volunteers have use
of law library and expertise of legal services attorneys.
OTHER: Minimum time commitment is 2 hours.
Sexual Assault Support Services
591 W 19th Avenue
Eugene, OR 97401
Contact: Chris Liva Maria Palicedino (541) 484-9791
Email: SASS@efn.net
OPPORTUNITIES: Assist with civil protective orders including stalking orders. Civil cases for family law, sexual abuse & harassment. Work with public policy, legislative issues & legal research.
TRAINING: SASS Initial Training (15 hours) on Sexual Assault/Child Sexual Abuse. Written materials and mentor attorneys available.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. Commit to one case every two years.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
304 SW Coast Hwy, PO Box 1970
Newport, OR 97365
Contact: Linda Gast (541) 265-2833
Email: linda.gast@lasoregon.org
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
433 4th Ave. SW
Albany, OR 97321
Contact: Tamie Smith (541) 926-8678
Toll free: (800) 817-4605
Email: tamie.smith@lasoregon.org
May Day, Inc.
1931 Court Ave.
Baker City, OR 97814
Contact: Executive Director (541) 523-9472
Email: mayday@bakervalley.net
OPPORTUNITIES: Advice and representation for restraining orders, respondent hearings, divorce, child custody, other family law issues and general civil practice issues.
TRAINING: Advocacy training on domestic violence, sexual violence, and child abuse issues.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. Time commitment varies.
Oregon Law Center *
225 SW 1st Ave. #6
Ontario, OR 97914
Contact: David Henretty (541) 889-3121
Email: dhenretty81419@lasoregon.org
Marion-Polk Legal Aid Services
Volunteer Lawyers Project *
1655 State St.
Salem, OR 97301
Contact: Michael A. Keeney (503) 581-5265 ext. 17 or Kelly Noor (503) 581-5265 ext. 25
Email: Michael@mplas.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Full-service volunteer lawyer project for general civil practice with a variety of panels of lawyers volunteering in a number of areas. Also opportunities for retired or semi-retired lawyers to perform pro bono services for seniors.
TRAINING: Occasional CLEs sponsored by the VLP and the pro bono committee of the Marion County Bar Association that are free to VLP volunteers. Staff attorneys provide mentoring when needed.
OTHER: PLF coverage not required; time commitment varies.
Domestic Violence Services
PO Box 152
Pendleton, OR 97801
Contact: Valerie Morrow (541) 276-3322
Email: dvfpen@oregontrail.net
OPPORTUNITIES: Advice and representation on temporary restraining orders.
TRAINING: Can provide training and materials on domestic violence issues.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. No specific time commitment required.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
365 SE 3rd St.
Pendleton, OR 97801
Contact: Arron Guevara (541) 966-1420
Email: arron.guevara@lasoregon.org
Bradley-Angle House
PO Box 14694
Portland, OR 97293
Contact: Karla K McFarland (503) 282-9940
Email: karlam@bradleyangle.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Divorce, custody, temporary restraining orders, civil
harassment suits, and landlord-tenant law.
TRAINING: We offer 39 hour training programs three times each year on
domestic violence and related issues.
OTHER: Must have PLF Coverage. Time commitment varies.
CASA for Children
1401 NE 68th Ave.
Portland, OR 97213
Contact: Leslie Roemmer (503) 988-5115
Email: leslie.g.roemmer@co.multnomah.or.us
OPPORTUNITIES: Representation of CASA (Childs Advocate) when their position is being challenged or when there are complex legal issues.
TRAINING: CASA Training. No additional training on legal issues.
OTHER: PLF coverage required.
Catholic
Charities Immigration Legal Services*
2740 SE Powell Blvd #2
Portland, OR 97202
Contact: Sam Oliver (503) 688-2714
Email: soliver@catholiccharitiesoregon.org
OPPORTUNITIES: A wide variety
of immigration cases, including removal defense, family visas, self-petitions
by battered spouses, and others. Volunteers may perform any level of assistance
ranging from discrete tasks up to full representation in immigration court.
TRAINING: Informal and as needed, through
experienced immigration attorney. Extensive library of training materials.
Occasional opportunities for formal seminars, when offered in the region.
OTHER: Spanish (or other) language skills
greatly appreciated! Agency provides insurance. No specific time commitments.
Catholic Charities/El Programa Hispano *
451 NW 1st St., Gresham, OR 97030
Contact: Sandra Perez (503) 669-8350 x225
Email: sperez@catholiccharitiesoregon.org
or Nathan Teske (503) 669-8350 x 233
OPPORTUNITIES: El Programa Hispano/Low Income
Tax Clinic (LITC) invites CPA's, attorneys, or enrolled agents to be part
of our Tax Expert Representative Group. Volunteers may advocate and represent
low income Latino taxpayers who have controversy with the IRS.
OTHER: El Programa Hispano provides direct
Spanish translation to all those cases that might require this service.
Central City Concern (CCC), www.ccconcern.org
232 NW 6th Avenue
Portland, OR 97209
Contact: Kristy Faricy, Director of Legal Affairs, (503) 200-3894
Email: Kristy.Faricy@ccconcern.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Central City Concern, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization existing to provide comprehensive solutions to ending homelessness and achieving self-sufficiency, seeks pro bono legal services from attorneys and law firms in the Portland Metro area in an effort to reduce its legal spending so those funds may be redirected to its programs in furtherance of its mission. Although CCC's Legal Affairs' office serves as the primary resource for all agency legal matters, it is not staffed to provide for certain specialized matters, and often also needs additional assistance to support its legal staff in its day-to-day activities. The specialized areas in which CCC is in need generally relate to real estate transactions; construction law; complex contract drafting; intellectual property; Federally Qualified Health Center administration; labor/EEO matters; state and federal privacy law compliance; social enterprises; nonprofit administration; and landlord-tenant matters, among numerous other areas. Attorneys and law firms willing to provide this service to Central City Concern will be contributing to the positive transformation of people's lives in the Portland community.
TRAINING: None.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. No specific time commitment required; Legal services desired on an as-needed basis.
Classroom Law Project Court Tours
620 SW Main Ste. 102
Portland, OR 97205
Contact: Toni Kelich (503) 224-4424
Email: office@classroomlaw.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Lead tours of courthouses and justice center and teach Oregon's youth about how our legal system operates.
TRAINING: One hour training in September at CLP office, lunch provided.
OTHER: Tours are given Tuesday through Thursday from 8 am – 12 pm. Must commit to one morning a month.
Mercy Corps Northwest
(MCNW)
43 SW Naito Parkway
Portland, OR 97204
Contact: John Haines
(503) 896-5070
Email: volunteer@mercycorpsnw.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Assist low-income micro-entrepreneurs
and small business owners with legal issues including – but not limited to – advising
on type of legal entity to form, dealing with bankruptcy, and reviewing leases
and purchase agreements, etc.
TRAINING: Orientation with
MCNW staff about agency, mission and approach to working with low-income and
culturally diverse clients.
OTHER: MCNW is the regional
economic development office of Mercy Corps, the Portland-based international
relief and development agency.
Multnomah County Volunteer Lawyers Project,
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
921 SW Washington #520
Portland, OR 97205
Contact: Maya Crawford (503) 224-4086
Email: maya.crawford@lasoregon.org
Contact: Andreea Szabo (503) 224-4086
Email: andreea.szabo@lasoregon.org
OPPORTUNITIES:
Bankruptcy Clinic. The
Oregon State Bar Debtor-Creditor Section and the VLP developed a class and
clinic to provide information and representation to low-income individuals
who are considering bankruptcy or who are already in U.S. Bankruptcy Court
as pro se litigants. The project consists of two components, a class
addressing bankruptcy issues and a clinic during which a volunteer attorney
meets with each client for 30 minutes.Anyone may attend the 45-minute
class, taught by a member of the bankruptcy bar or bench. Clients are
screened for financial eligibility by VLP staff. Volunteer attorneys
meet with clients, help them assess whether bankruptcy is appropriate, and
if so, provide ongoing representation. The clinic alternates between
a Beaverton site, a Gresham site, and a downtown Portland location each month. The
OSB Debtor-Creditor Section is responsible for recruiting the volunteer attorneys. Six
(6) attorneys and one (1) speaker are typically scheduled for each clinic. Clinics
are held on the third Tuesday of the month from 6:30-9:00 p.m. Training
materials are available.
Domestic Violence Project. The Domestic Violence Project matches pro bono attorneys with victims of domestic violence for representation in contested Family Abuse Prevention Act (FAPA) restraining order hearings, Elderly Persons and Persons with Disabilities Abuse Prevention Act and stalking order hearings. These cases tend to have short timelines, limited issues and require a court appearance. Attorneys sign up in advance to be available to take a case on a specific day (restraining order hearings are generally held on Mondays and Thursdays.) This project is an excellent volunteer opportunity for young lawyers, for lawyers seeking court experience, and for attorneys who cannot commit to taking long-term cases. Videotaped and written training materials are available.
Legal Aid Night Clinic. The firm of Stoel Rives,
LLP sponsors an evening clinic every other Thursday from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The
clinic is held at the offices of Stoel Rives and every other clinic is open
to volunteer attorneys outside the Stoel Rives firm. Two volunteer attorneys
are scheduled for each clinic. Eight appointment slots are available
each clinic. Clients are screened by the VLP for financial eligibility Volunteer
attorneys take cases in the following areas: consumer issues, small claims
cases, criminal record expungements, landlord/tenant damage claims, Social
Security cases, estate planning, uncontested guardianships, uninsured motorist
defense, veterans' benefits, and nonprofit incorporation. The
volunteer attorneys typically provide continuing legal representation to clients
with meritorious cases..
ProBonoOregon Listserv. Legal service offices or certified pro bono programs around the state post cases to the listserv every Thursday. Only pre-approved organizations may post cases, with each program posting only one email per week. Postings are sent to individual attorneys or pro bono coordinators for internal distribution within firms. An attorney who is interested in accepting a pro bono opportunity contacts the listing office for full case information. Listings include the type of case and a brief description that does not include highly identifying facts or parties. Conflict information is discussed with interested attorneys when they contact the listing office. This project allows pro bono attorneys to take a pro bono case when it fits best with their schedule.
Pro Se Assistance Project. Attorneys provide pro bono consultations
to individuals served by the Family Court Facilitation Program who require
legal advice or document review. Attorneys are scheduled to meet with
three clients, each for a 45-minute appointment. Clinics are held from
2:30 to 5:00 p.m. at the Multnomah County Courthouse. Attorneys respond
to discrete family law questions and/or review documents prepared by unrepresented
litigants. Attorneys are NOT expected to provide ongoing representation
to clients and clients sign a retainer agreement detailing the limited scope
of the attorney-client relationship. We are seeking attorneys with family
law experience to volunteer for this project.
Senior Law Project. The Senior Law Project (SLP) began in 1978 to provide seniors with access to basic legal advice. Volunteer lawyers meet with clients who are over the age of 60 or who are married to someone over 60, at 9 senior center locations in Multnomah County. Volunteer attorneys provide 30-minute consultations for up to 6 clients at each clinic. All clients over 60 are eligible for free 30-minute consultations, regardless of their income. SLP attorneys typically provide continuing pro bono services for only those clients who meet VLP financial eligibility requirements. The VLP sponsors a monthly Elder Law Discussion Group to provide information and support on issues of interest to the attorney volunteers. SLP is the VLPs largest project, with over 25 clinics each month.
OTHER: PLF coverage is available for all of these projects. All of these projects are OSB-certified and 40 hours or more of service qualifies volunteers for recognition by the OSB.
Lewis & Clark Legal Clinic *
310 SW 4th Ave., Ste. 1018
Portland, OR 97204
Contact: Richard Slottee (503) 768-6500
OPPORTUNITIES: Assist and mentor students
in representation of low-income clients in family law, consumer, and employment
issues. Provide assistance in developing micro business.
TRAINING: Backup assistance provided by
clinical professors.
OTHER: Must have PLF Coverage. Time commitment
varies.
Attorneys For Youth Program
Attorneys For Youth Hotline: (503) 276-2166
Facebook: Attorneys For Youth YLS MBA Portland Oregon
Email: attorneysforyouth@gmail.com
OPPORTUNITIES: Volunteer attorneys are placed on an on-call list, which is made available to organizations serving homeless and newr-homeless teens and teens tin jog-training programs. Attorneys agree to respond quickly to questions about criminal, family, victim's rights, immigration, landlord/tenant and employment law but are under no obligation to provide condinuing representation to clients. Time commitment is flexible. Training materials and resource list are provided.
OTHER: PLF coverage required.
Multnomah Bar Association Young Lawyers Section - Non Profit Project
Contact: Alicia Bell, Miller Nash (503) 205-2518
111 SW 5th Ave, Suite 3400, Portland, OR 97204
Email: alicia.bell@millernash.com
OPPORTUNITIES: Nonprofit corporations are screened and paired with volunteer attorneys who handle single-issue, nonlitigation business law matters, such as contracts, corporate governance and real estate. Typical projects include reviewing bylaws, articles of incorporation, employment agreements and leases and providing advice on employment and intellectual property matters. This is a great opportunity for transactional lawyers.
OTHER: PLF coverage required.
Multnomah County Court Guardianship Appointments
Multnomah County Courthouse
Contact: Helga Barnes (503) 988-3538
Email: Helga.M.Barnes@ojd.state.or.us
OPPORTUNITIES: Court appointment to represent individuals contesting appointment of guardian or conservator.
TRAINING: None.
OTHER: Knowledge of area of law. Please submit a letter regarding your legal background.
Multnomah County Courthouse Mediation Program
Portland, OR
Contact: Judith Chambliss or Jacqueline Abel (503) 988-3318
Email: mediation.coordiantor@ojd.state.or.us
OPPORTUNITIES: Mediation of small claims and landlord tenant issues for Multnomah County courts.
TRAINING: Offered every six months. Material available.
Oregon Law Center Pro Bono Program *
921 SW Washington #516
Portland, OR 97205
Contact: Lori Alton (503) 473-8326
Email: lorialton@yahoo.com
OPPORTUNITIES: OLC sponsors neighborhood legal clinics for the Portland Metro area that provide assistance with a wide range of civil law matters. Opportunities also exist for in house pro bono assistance as well as special projects.
Oregon Law Center Children's Representation Project
Attorneys are appointed by the court to represent children who are involved
in custody disputes in Multnomah County. Cases are placed at the request of
the Multnomah County Family Law Court. Attorneys with family law experience
are especially needed for this project.
Oregon Law Center Neighborhood Legal Clinic
Weekly clinics are conducted from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. in Portland. Each clinich
services three to four clients. Common legal needs include collection, contract,
landloard/tenant, unemployment, small estates and insurance defense issues.
Currently, there are two clinics, one of which is geared toward Spanish-speaking
clients.
Oregon Post Adoption Resource Center (ORPARC)
2950 SE Stark Street, Suite 130
Portland, OR 97215
Contact: ORPARC Director, (503) 241-0799
Email: orparc@nwresource.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Providing trainings on 1) establishing wills and/or trusts for families who have adopted children through a state child welfare system; 2) guardianship issues for Oregon families working with Oregon DHS.
TRAINING: None. (Interested attorneys expected to have expertise in the above areas.)
OTHER: OPARC serves state adoptive and assisted guardianship families (who have adopted/or are guardians of foster children) throughout the state of Oregon.
Portland Women's Crisis Line
PO Box 42610
Portland, OR 97242
Contact: Meg MacDougal (503) 232-4190
OPPORTUNITIES: Legal advocacy for victims
of domestic and sexual violence: protective orders, custody issues, divorce,
stalking orders.
TRAINING: Mentor attorneys available. Materials
available through Legal Aid Services of Oregon.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. Time commitment
varies.
Refugee and Immigrant Family Strengthening Program
A Domestic Violence Program of Immigrant and
Refugee Community Organization (IRCO)
10301 Northeast Glisan Street
Portland, OR 97220
Contact: Cathy Olivero-Relang (503) 234-1541 EXT. 179
E-mail: cathyr@mail.irco.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Cases involving immigrationlaw
such as assisting domestic violence survivors self-petition under the ViolenceAgainst
Women Act (VAWA), U-visas, and T-visas. Cases involving contested protectiveorders,
divorce and child custody proceedings.
TRAINING: We provide a formal and or informal
40 hour domestic violence training as necessary that includes a segment on
domestic violence within immigrant and refugee communities
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. No specific
time commitment. Language skills greatly appreciated!
Small Business Legal Clinic (SBLC) *
310 SW 4th Avenue, Suite 1000
Portland, OR 97204
Contact: Rebecca Martinez Griffin (503) 768-6940
Email: sblc@lclark.edu
The Small Business Legal Clinic is an Oregon State Bar certified pro bono program. Staffed by a clinical law professor, and student interns, the SBLC assists low income, women and minority entrepreneurs with all manner of business transactional work, including:
Business Financing: Including review of lending contracts and advice about loan terms
Contract Review and Drafting: Including vendor contracts, leases, noncompetition and nondisclosure agreements, franchise agreements, licensing agreements, etc.
Employment Counseling: Including retaining or terminating employees, drafting employee handbooks, employment agreements, and independent contractor issues
Entity Selection and Formation: Determining the appropriate legal structure (e.g. LLCs, corporations, partnerships), drafting owners' agreements, and assisting with regulatory compliance and permitting issues
Intellectual Property: Including copyright and trademark creation and protection
Regulatory Compliance: Helping clients comply with local, state, and federal regulatory schemes
OPPORTUNITIES: In addition to its teaching clinic, the SBLC operates the SBLC pro bono project, providing opportunities for business transactions lawyers to meet with clients at the SBLC on selected days. The SBLC sets up appointments and runs conflict checks. Lawyers are able to specify time slots that work for them to come to the office and meet with pre-screened clients. Volunteer law students who earn pro bono honors credit are available to assist pro bono attorneys.
OTHER: Call Assistant Director Rebecca Martinez Griffin for additional information on volunteer times and for additional information.
St. Andrew Legal Clinic,
Family Law *
807 NE Alberta St
Portland, OR 97211
Contact: Joel Overlund (503) 281-1500
Email: joverlund@salcgroup.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Provide intake and consultation
services in the area of family law only in clinic setting.
TRAINING: Written information and on-site training. First visit spent observing only. Mentor attorneys available.
OTHER: PLF coverage not required for exempt attorneys; flexible time
commitment - clinics held every Wednesday and alternate Tuesdays.
United States District Court, District of Oregon
1000 SW Third Avenue, Room 740
Portland, OR 97204
Contact: Nicole Munoz (503) 326-8014
Email: Nicole_Munoz@ord.uscourts.gov
Contact: Laura Brennan (503) 326-8163
Email: Laura_Brennan@ord.uscourts.gov
OPPORTUNITIES: The U.S. District Court Pro Bono Program appoints attorneys to represent pro se parties in civil cases who, in the Court's opinion, require and are qualified to receive them. Such parties (who are often
incarcerated) typically lack the financial means or legal experience to adequately deal with the issues and proceedings in U.S. District Court. The representation may be for all purposes or for the limited purposes of reviewing claims or of participating in mediation or settlement.
TRAINING: The court is in the process of compiling tips on dealing with inmates and obtaining mentors for appointed attorneys. Tutorials for electronic filing and program procedures are available on the Court's website at www.ord.uscourts.gov.
OTHER: To register as a volunteer, please complete the Pro Bono Application Form located on the Court's website or contact Nicole Munoz.
Volunteers
of America Home Free
527 SE Alder, Portland, OR 97214
Contact: Rosemary Chitala (503) 771-5503 ext. 113
Email: rosemaryc@voaor.com
OPPORTUNITIES: Advocates provide support and information at the Multnomah County Court restraining order room (Room 211A) to individuals seeking domestic violence restraining orders and elder and disabled abuse prevention orders. Volunteers attend restraining order hearings and provide some follow-up assistance. Volunteers do not give legal advice or "represent" clients.
OTHER: PLF coverage not required.
WaterWatch of Oregon
213 S.W. Ash St.
Suite 208
Portland, OR 97204
Contact: John DeVoe (or current executive director): (503) 295-4039 x 22
Email: john@waterwatch.org
OPPORTUNITIES: advocate for protection and
restoration of instream flows in Oregon's rivers and streams by representing
individuals and organizations in water right proceedings before administrative
agencies and courts.
TRAINING: experienced attorneys will mentor
and train.
OTHER: some cases may require PLF coverage;
others may not.
Youth, Rights & Justice (YRJ) *
SchoolWorks, Youth Justice Corps
401 N.E. 19th Ave, Suite 200
Portland, Oregon 97232
Contact: Kathy Gordon 503-232-2540, ext. 259
Email: Kathy.g@youthrightsjustice.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Youth, Rights & Justice, Oregon's nonprofit law firm for children, is seeking volunteer attorneys, including law firm partners/associates and corporate counsel, who will help some of Oregon's most vulnerable children get the support they need to stay in school, succeed and graduate. Volunteers will represent youth in education matters. Youth will be in the foster care system, the juvenile justice system or both. Issues may involve school discipline, special education or a combination of the two. A majority of the youth will be Latino and reside in Washington County.
TRAINING: Will be provided, along with ongoing consultation and mentorship
OTHER: Attorneys who do not have malpractice coverage for pro bono representation are eligible for coverage under Youth, Rights & Justice's malpractice insurance.
Marion-Polk Legal Aid Services
Volunteer Lawyers Project *
1655 State St.
Salem, OR 97301
Contact: Michael A. Keeney (503) 581-5265 ext. 17 or Kelly Noor (503) 581-5265 ext. 25
Email: Michael@mplas.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Full-service volunteer lawyer project for general civil practice with a variety of panels of lawyers volunteering in a number of areas. Also opportunities for retired or semi-retired lawyers to perform pro bono services for seniors.
TRAINING: Occasional CLEs sponsored by the VLP and the pro bono committee of the Marion County Bar Association that are free to VLP volunteers. Staff attorneys provide mentoring when needed.
OTHER: PLF coverage not required; time commitment varies.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
421 High St. Ste. 110
Oregon City, OR 97045
Contact: (800) 228-6958
Email: oregoncity@lasoregon.org
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Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
230 NE 2nd Ave., Ste. A
Hillsboro, OR 97124
Contact: Leslea S Smith (503) 648-7163 ext. 105
Email: leslea.smith@lasoregon.org
Tillamook County Womens Crisis Center
PO Box 187
Tillamook, OR 97141
Contact: Kathleen Marvin (503) 842-9486; 1(800) 992-1679
Email: TCWCC2@pacifier.com
OPPORTUNITIES: Representation for divorce, custody, temporary restraining orders, domestic partnerships and anti-stalking orders.
TRAINING: Training program and manual for volunteers.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. Time commitment varies.
Domestic Violence Services
PO Box 152
Pendleton, OR 97801
Contact: Valerie Morrow (541) 276-3322
Email: dvfpen@oregontrail.net
OPPORTUNITIES: Advice and representation on temporary restraining orders.
TRAINING: Can provide training and materials on domestic violence issues.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. No specific time commitment required.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
365 SE 3rd St.
Pendleton, OR 97801
Contact: Arron Guevara (541) 966-1420
Email: arron.guevara@lasoregon.org
May Day, Inc.
1931 Court Ave.
Baker City, OR 97814
Contact: Executive Director (541) 523-9472
Email: mayday@bakervalley.net
OPPORTUNITIES: Advice and representation for restraining orders, respondent hearings, divorce, child custody, other family law issues and general civil practice issues.
TRAINING: Advocacy training on domestic violence, sexual violence, and child abuse issues.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. Time commitment varies.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
365 SE 3rd St.
Pendleton, OR 97801
Contact: Arron Guevara (541) 966-1420
Email: arron.guevara@lasoregon.org
Shelter from the Storm (Services for
Victims of Domestic/Sexual Violence)
PO Box 173
La Grande, OR 97850
Contact: Brenda Lawson (541) 963-7226
Email: shelter@ucinet.com
OPPORTUNITIES: Advice and representation in family protective orders, child custody, divorce, sexual assault.
TRAINING: 30 hour training (with manual) on issues of domestic violence and sexual assault, advocacy techniques and community resources.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. Time commitment varies.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
365 SE 3rd St.
Pendleton, OR 97801
Contact: Arron Guevara (541) 966-1420
Email: arron.guevara@lasoregon.org
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
421 High St. Ste. 110
Oregon City, OR 97045
Contact: (800) 228-6958
Email: oregoncity@lasoregon.org
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Bradley-Angle
House
PO Box 14694
Portland, OR 97293
Contact: Karla K McFarland (503) 282-9940
Email: karlam@bradleyangle.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Divorce, custody, temporary restraining orders, civil
harassment suits, and landlord-tenant law.
TRAINING: We offer 39 hour training programs three times each year on
domestic violence and related issues.
OTHER: Must have PLF Coverage. Time commitment varies.
CASA for Children
1401 NE 68th Ave.
Portland, OR 97213
Contact: Jenny Bae (503) 988-5115
Email: Jennifer.j.Bae@co.multnomah.or.us
OPPORTUNITIES: Representation of CASA (Childs Advocate) when their position is being challenged or when there are complex legal issues.
TRAINING: CASA Training. No additional training on legal issues.
OTHER: PLF coverage required.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
230 NE 2nd Ave., Ste. A
Hillsboro, OR 97124
Contact: Leslea S Smith (503) 648-7163 ext. 105
Email: leslea.smith@lasoregon.org
St.
Andrew Legal Clinic, Family Law *
232 NE Lincoln St. Ste. H
Hillsboro, OR 97124
Contact: Susana Alba (503) 648-1600
Email: salba@salcgroup.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Provide intake and consultation services in the area of family law only in
clinic setting.
TRAINING: Written information and on-site training. First visit spent observing only. Mentor attorneys available.
OTHER: PLF coverage not required for exempt attorneys; flexible time
commitment - clinics held every Wednesday and alternate Tuesdays.
Refugee and Immigrant Family Strengthening Program
A Domestic Violence Program of Immigrant and
Refugee Community Organization (IRCO)
10301 Northeast Glisan Street
Portland, OR 97220
Contact: Cathy Olivero-Relang (503) 234-1541 EXT. 179
E-mail: cathyr@mail.irco.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Cases involving immigrationlaw such as assisting domestic violence survivors self-petition under the ViolenceAgainst Women Act (VAWA), U-visas, and T-visas. Cases involving contested protectiveorders, divorce and child custody proceedings.
TRAINING: We provide a formal and or informal 40 hour domestic violence training as necessary that includes a segment on domestic violence within immigrant and refugee communities
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. No specific time commitment. Language skills greatly appreciated!
Youth, Rights & Justice (YRJ)
SchoolWorks, Youth Justice Corps
401 N.E. 19th Ave, Suite 200
Portland, Oregon 97232
Contact: Kathy Gordon 503-232-2540, ext. 259
Email: Kathy.g@youthrightsjustice.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Youth, Rights & Justice, Oregon's nonprofit law firm for children, is seeking volunteer attorneys, including law firm partners/associates and corporate counsel, who will help some of Oregon's most vulnerable children get the support they need to stay in school, succeed and graduate. Volunteers will represent youth in education matters. Youth will be in the foster care system, the juvenile justice system or both. Issues may involve school discipline, special education or a combination of the two. A majority of the youth will be Latino and reside in Washington County.
TRAINING: Will be provided, along with ongoing consultation and mentorship
OTHER: Attorneys who do not have malpractice coverage for pro bono representation are eligible for coverage under Youth, Rights & Justice's malpractice insurance.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
365 SE 3rd St.
Pendleton, OR 97801
Contact: Arron Guevara (541) 966-1420
Email: arron.guevara@lasoregon.org
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
421 High St. Ste. 110
Oregon City, OR 97045
Contact: (800) 228-6958
Email: oregoncity@lasoregon.org
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Family Crisis Shelter & Services (Henderson House)
PO Box 26
McMinnville, OR 97128
Non-Confidential Office:
610 SE 1st St.
McMinnville, OR 97128
Contact: Kate Smith (503) 472-0244 or (877) 227-5946
Email: director@hendersonhouse.org
OPPORTUNITIES: Legal services for victimsof domestic violence.
TRAINING: Volunteer training sessions offered twice a year.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
230 NE 2nd Ave., Ste. A
Hillsboro, OR 97124
Contact: Leslea S Smith (503) 648-7163 ext. 105
Email: leslea.smith@lasoregon.org
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
720 E 3rd St.
McMinnville, OR 97128
Contact: Lynda Bevier (503) 472-9561
Email: lynda.bevier@lasoregon.org