Business
Civil Rights and Criminal Rights
Disability
Environmental
Family law and domestic violence shelters
Immigration
Legal Aid Programs
Mediation
Youth
Other Specialized Programs

Business

Community Development Law Center (CDLC)
921 SW Washington, Suite 454,
Portland, OR 97205
Contact: Leon Laptook (503) 471-1180
Email: leon.laptook@lasoregon.org

OPPORTUNITIES: This project of the Campaign for Equal Justice and Legal Aid Services of Oregon assists nonprofit organizations involved in housing and other community development activities. The CDLC provides legal advice and representation, group training and one-on-one technical assistance to its nonprofit clients. The CDLC has a wide range of pro bono opportunities for attorneys interested in working with nonprofits to increase affordable housing for Oregon’s low-income residents. Limited dispute resolution and no litigation.
TRAINING: None.
OTHER: PLF coverage for pro bono referrals is provided for exempt attorneys; no specific time commitment.

Lewis & Clark Law School
Small Business Legal Clinic (SBLC)  *
422 NW Everett Street
Portland, OR 97209
Contact: Professor Maggie Finnerty (503) 768-6940
Email: Finnerty@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:

Choice of entity and entity creation (including drafting of articles of incorporation and organization, bylaws and partnership agreements)

Contract review and drafting (real estate and leases, noncompetition and employment contracts, franchises, licensing agreements)

Debt problems (obtaining, reviewing and correcting credit reports)

Business financing (review of lending contracts and advice about loans)

Compliance with consumer, licensing and regulatory issues

Copyright and trademark creation

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.
TRAINING: The SBLC runs brown-bag training series.
OTHER: Call Clinical Law Professor Maggie Finnerty for additional information on volunteer times and for additional information.

Mercy Corps Northwest (MCNW)
2069 NE Hoyt St.
Portland, OR 97232
Contact: John Haines
(503) 236-1580 x 206
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 Bar Association
Young Lawyers Section
630 SW 5th St., Suite 200
Portland, OR 97204

Civil Rights and Criminal Rights

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 civilrights law.
TRAINING: Occasional formal training opportunitieson particular civil liberties or civil rights issues.
OTHER: Counties where volunteers are needed: Statewide
Substantive law area: civil rights

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.

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.

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Disability

Oregon Advocacy Center, Disability Law
620 SW 5th Ave., 5th floor
Portland, OR 97204
Contact: Barbara Herget (503) 243-2081
Email: welcome@oradvocacy.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 aoffice providing free advocacy services to people who have a legal issue related to their disability. Volunteer attorneys need to have PLF coverage; time commitment varies as case requires.

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Environmental

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.
TRAINING: None.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage. Experience in area of law.

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.

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.

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Family law and domestic violence shelters

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 victims of domestic violence.
TRAINING: Volunteer training sessions offered twice a year.
OTHER: Must have PLF coverage and commit to 5-7 hours per month.

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.

Lane County Legal Aid Stop Violence Against Women Project
376 E 11th Avenue
Eugene, OR 97405
Contact: Donna Riddle, Administrator
541/342-6056x157
Email: driddle@lclas.org

OPPORTUNITIES: Represent survivors of domesticviolence/sexual assault in protective orders, visitation, custody, dissolution,other family law or related matters.
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

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.

Portland Womens 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 immigration law such as assisting domestic violence survivors self-petition under the ViolenceAgainst Women Act (VAWA), U-visas, and T-visas. Cases involving contested protective orders, 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!

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.

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.

St. Andrew Legal Clinic, Family Law *
807 NE Alberta St
Portland, OR 97211
Contact: Joel Overlund (503) 281-1500
Email: joverlund@salcgroup.org

232 NE Lincoln St. Ste. H
Hillsboro, OR 97124
Contact: Susana Alba (503) 648-1600
Email: salba@salcgroup.org

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.

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.

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.

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.

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Immigration

Catholic Charities Immigration Legal Services *
901 SE Oak St., Ste. 105
Portland, OR 97214
Contact: Sara Scott (503) 542-2855 ext. 36
Email: saramscott@gmail.com
Contact: Chanpone Sinlapasi-Okemura (503) 542-2855 ext. 41
Email: chanpone@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.

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.

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 immigration law such as assisting domestic violence survivors self-petition under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), U-visas, and T-visas. Cases involving contested protective orders, 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!

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Legal Aid Programs

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.

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 lawand landlord-tenant.

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.

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. Listed below are the projects:

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.

Baker, Grant, Harney, & Malheur Counties,
Oregon Law Center *
225 SW 1st Ave. #6
Ontario, OR 97914
Contact: David Henretty (541) 889-3121
Email: dhenretty81419@lasoregon.org

Benton & Linn Counties
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

Central Oregon, Klamath and Lake County,
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
1029 NW 14th
Bend, OR 97701
Contact: Denise Newman (541) 385-6944
Email: denise.newman@lasoregon.org

Clackamas, Gilliam Hood River, Sherman, Wasco, and Wheeler Counties Volunteer Lawyers Project,
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
421 High St. Ste. 110
Oregon City, OR 97045
Contact: (800) 228-6958
Email: oregoncity@lasoregon.org

Coos, Curry, and Western Douglas County,
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

Douglas County Volunteer Lawyers Project,
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

Gilliam, Morrow, Umatilla, Union, Wallowa, & Wheeler Counties
Pro Bono Program,
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
365 SE 3rd St.
Pendleton, OR 97801
Contact: Arron Guevara (541) 966-1420
Email: arron.guevara@lasoregon.org

Josephine County Volunteer Lawyers Project,
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

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 on an 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.

Lincoln County,
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

Multnomah County Volunteer Lawyers Project,
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
921 SW Washington #520
Portland, OR 97205
Contact: Catherine Keenan (503) 224-4086
Email: catherinekeenan@lasoregon.org
Contact: Lynne Lloyd (503) 224-4086
Email: lynne.lloyd@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 VLP’s 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.

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 CLE’s 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.

Multnomah County Volunteer Lawyers Project,
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
921 SW Washington #520
Portland, OR 97205
Contact: Catherine Keenan (503) 224-4086
Email: catherinekeenan@lasoregon.org
Contact: Lynne Lloyd (503) 224-4086
Email: lynne.lloyd@lasoregon.org
This office offers a number of projects: Self Help Divorce Classes,
Domestic Violence Project, Bankruptcy Clinic, Aids Legal Project,
Social Security Panel and Senior Law Project

Oregon Law Center Pro Bono Program *
921 SW Washington #516
Portland, OR 97205
Contact: Lori Alton (503) 473-8326
Email: lorialton@yahoo.com
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 clinic services three to four clients. Common legal needs include collection, contract, landlord/tenant, unemployment, small estates and insurance defense issues. Currently, there are two clinics, one of which is geared toward Spanish-speaking clients.

Washington, Columbia, Clatsop, Tillamook and Yamhill County
Volunteer Lawyers Project,
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

Yamhill County Volunteer Lawyers Project,
Legal Aid Services of Oregon *
720 E 3rd St.
McMinnville, OR 97128
Contact: Lynda Bevier (503) 472-9561
Email: lynda.bevier@lasoregon.org

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Mediation

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: Orientation offered every six months. Material available.

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Youth

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.

Citizen Review Board (CRB) - Oregon Judicial Department
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 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 the CLP office, lunch provided.
OTHER: Tours are given Tuesday through Thursday from 8 am – 12 pm. Must commit to one morning a month.

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 teams and 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.

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 Bar Association
Young Lawyers Section
630 SW 5th St., Suite 200
Portland, OR 97204

Oregon Post Adoption Resource Center
621 SW Morrison St., Suite 450
Portland, OR 97205
Contact: Kelly DeLany, Program Manager, (503) 241-0722
Email: kdelany@nwresource.org

OPPORTUNITIES: Providing training on establishing wills and/or trusts for families who have adopted children through a state child welfare system.
TRAINING: None.
OTHER: ORPARC serves families throughout the state of Oregon, so training opportunities are in all areas of the state. ORPARC trainings usually last for approximately two hours.

Oregon State Bar Problem Solvers 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: 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

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Other Specialized Programs

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 shouldexpect to give at least one hour of advice and counseling regarding the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA), Oregons consumer protection laws, and general information on the rights of families with a member in active dutyto a client free of charge. It is up to the attorney and client to decide whetherto 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 Oregons mobilized service members and their dependents. The list will be available to both the National Guards JAG Corps and individual military personnel.

Volunteer Defense Counsel for Bar Disciplinary Proceedings
Oregon State Bar
P.O. Box 231935
16037 SW Upper Boones Ferry Rd
Tigard, OR
97281-1935
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.

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