Oregon State Bar Bulletin - NOVEMBER 2012






FOR SALE

FOR SALE - Law Books - Spruce up the appearance of your law office with Oregon Reports, ALRs, Oregon Laws etc. $1.00 per book. Call Al Hansen at (503) 472-0321 for appointment.

RICOH MPC6000 MULTI-FUNCTION COPIER - $8000.  High-volume black & white and color copier/printer/scanner in perfect condition.  Would be a real find for someone setting up an office.  markj@markjohonsonroberts.com; (971) 506-2287.

OFFICE SPACE


1 ATTORNEY OFFICE AVAILABLE in a beautiful, well maintained, historic building in Corbett/Lair Hill neighborhood, close to downtown Portland. Large office with Mt. Hood view, fireplace, storage space, free parking and customary office amenities (reception, library/conference room, fax, copier, etc.) Contact Chuck Reynolds at charlesreynolds@tr-law.com, Dave Park at dave@elliott-park.com, or (503) 222 3529.

1 BEAUTIFUL OFFICE SUITE, NW PORTLAND - Just off 23rd Avenue, minutes to downtown Portland via bus or streetcar. 1100sq.ft. in vintage house perfect for small firm with 2 private offices and large reception/conference room. New furnace/AC, hardwood floors, fireplace, lots of storage. $2200/month, 1-year lease. For more info/photos: cameron@cameronphoto.biz

2 DOWNTOWN OFFICES: $625 for nicely furnished 13 x 14.5’ CORNER OFFICE w/nice view. $500/MO for nice 12’ x 14’ office. Both have huge opening windows. Secretarial space available. Low key, 5 attorney suite in the Yeon Building at 522 SW 5th Avenue, #812, 5 blocks to courthouse. Includes FREE Westlaw until March 2013. New bike and shower room in bldg coming soon. Inquiries: Holly (503) 232-4450, holly@hollyhummel.com.

2 LARGE OFFICES ON MACADAM AVENUE, in John’s Landing, located in beautiful, contemporary law firm.  Each office is 130 sqft and measures 14.7’x9.7’ for $700/month/office.  Rent includes use of 2 conference rooms (scheduled w/receptionist), kitchen/lunch area, friendly receptionist to meet/greet and escort clients to meeting room.   Month to month lease.  Call (503) 224-0499 or email hnewcomb@HANLegal.com.

1400 SW MONTGOMERY ST (behind PSU) - Two offices available now, including never-before-available corner office; share space with small plaintiffs’ law firm and several solo attorneys; offices rent for $650 and $840 per month; includes parking, reception services, conference room, kitchen, library; copier and fax available.  Support staff space might be available at additional cost.  Call Gaylord Eyerman Bradley PC at (503) 222-3526 or email linda@gaylordeyerman.com.

5200 MEADOWS EXECUTIVE OFFICE SUITES has all-inclusive tandem offices in Lake Oswego! Includes phone answering, unlimited conference room access, phones, internet and much more! Call today (503) 726-5999. www.5200meadows.com

ATTORNEY SPACE RENTAL (office with assistant area), Hollywood District, call Peter at (503) 850-4956.

AVAILABLE OFFICE - Share office space with a small, well-established law firm on Macadam Avenue. Perfect for sole practitioner or new attorney. Rent includes reception, parking, phones, voice mail, conference rooms and kitchen. Secretarial services, notary, use of copiers, fax and other amenities available. Please contact Ruth at (503) 721-9413.

BEAUTIFUL DOWNTOWN EUGENE - Fully Furnished attorney office with potential for Criminal and Family Law overflow. $600 - $900 depending upon experience. 13' by 13' window office near top of US Bank Center with view of Sisters. Secretary space available. Contact Max at (541) 505-9872 or max@mjmlawoffice.com.

BEAUTIFUL EXECUTIVE OFFICE SUITES - Portland or Hillsboro-Beautifully appointed private offices. Managed by professional, experienced law office administrator who can help manage your practice. Client referrals available at Portland location . Offices include phone or internet, conference room usage, receptionist, beverage service, all utilities, janitorial no hidden fees or charges! Near MAX Stop, Easy Freeway Access, FREE parking, No Long Term Commitment. Pricing begins at just $199/month. Locally owned and operated—50+ years of integrity, proudly serving the Portland/Hillsboro community. Contact Ruth at (503) 595-3300 to schedule your tour today!

BEAUTIFUL EXECUTIVE SUITES AVAILABLE in 6 prime Portland locations including our brand new location in Beaverton. We cater to the law industry by providing professional addresses, notary and administrative assistance at each site. Full time receptionist, meeting rooms and much, much more. Contact us @ (503) 471-1455 to schedule a tour.

BEAVERTON - Close to Hwys 217 and 26, off of Canyon Rd. 10 x 12 office, secretarial station possible, with congenial group of 7 solo attorneys. $400 per month, includes copier, fax, DSL, conference room, and parking. Call Charlie Ringo at (541) 390-3006.

BEND - 2 LARGE OFFICES plus separate reception area. Shares new building with established law firm. One block from courthouse. Furnished with desks and bookshelves. Parking and use of conference room and kitchen included. Please call Mike at (541) 389-5010.

DOWNTOWN PORTLAND - Available January 1, 2013, three 12’x13’ exterior offices in 7 attorney suite on 12th floor of Congress Center (5th & Main) with reception, conference room, kitchen.  $950 per office w/secretarial space, $850 w/o.  Contact Christine at (503) 242-1122 or ctracey@nwlawfirm.com.

DOWNTOWN PORTLAND - Corner of SW 6th & Clay near transit mall.  Nice fully furnished 9 x 11.2 inside office- $415.  Includes full reception and custom telephone answering, library w/fireplace, conference room, shower, kitchen, some closed file storage, all equipment, 7 experienced attorneys, 4 blocks to courthouse, coffee shop and restaurant next door, fitness center one block away.  Parking available ($150).  521 SW Clay (503) 226-3607.

DOWNTOWN PORTLAND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY law firm across from Pioneer Courthouse has move-in ready office space for attorneys. Spacious offices on the 2nd and 3rd floors facing SW Yamhill Street or SW 6th Avenue offering views of either the courthouse or Pioneer Square. Less-expensive interior offices available as well. Many amenities including receptionist, conference rooms, kitchen, copier/printer/scanner, locker room with showers, bike storage, and garage parking available. No long-term commitment required. Call Chuck DeVoe at (503) 224-6655 or chuck@khpatent.com.

EUGENE - Cut your commute time! Work in the heart of Eugene's revitalized downtown. Work, home and play are always nearby. Free-standing 8000sf Office Building. Elevator. 23 on-site parking places. Dividable into 6000, 4000 or 2000sf. Contact Annie Fulkerson annieful@comcast.net.

EUGENE CLASS-A DOWNTOWN, CITIZENS BUILDING - 1,173 SQFT 6th floor northwest corner office. Two private offices, conference room with bookcases, work room with cabinets, built-in reception and room for assistants desk. Contact janet@citizensbuilding.com or (541) 687-9066.

EXECUTIVE OFFICE SUITES — Beaverton, Clackamas, Tualatin and Vancouver offices.  Satellite locations  also available in the Seattle area. Private suites with skilled receptionist, conf. room. Internet, phone, transcription and other specialized services available. Corner Office Inc. (503) 780-3627.

FANTASTIC 1800 SF PEARL/OLD TOWN OFFICE SHARE - Four-five offices, $700-$900 ea; http://db.tt/LNDPSFOQ. Ample street parking/MAX. Call Lake Perriguey (503) 803-5184, lake@law-works.com.

FOR LEASE - Fox Tower, 805 SW Broadway Suite 2540, 25th Floor. 4 South Facing Offices for sublease on the 25th floor of Portland’s premier Class A Office Building. The Heart of Portland’s Central Business District;  New Space; Fully Renovated December 2011; Conference Room in Suite with in-ceiling; automated screen. (Subject to availability); Conference Room on 20th Floor; Seats 25, Available Free of Charge to Tenants; On Max Line and Close to 6th St. Public Transit; 650+ Space Underground Parking Structure; Across the Street from Portland Landmark Pioneer Courthouse Square; 24/7 Building Security, Digital Card Key Access, and Closed Circuit TV at All Entry Points; Standard Janitorial Services Held to Green Cleaning Standards and Material Use; Shared with reputable personal injury law firm; High quality furnishings and kitchen. $1,800 / month for 18 x 10’ corner office, and $1,500 month for each 15 x 10’ side-office. Triple net. Each office has unobstructed views of Portland's West Hills. Separate Avaya phone system available for $200/month additional. (503) 227-1233 or crystal@doctorlawyer.net

GLADSTONE LAW OFFICES - Join 3 other lawyers in free standing building on busy street near 99E and 205. Offices $450 to $550, or lease the entire building and sublease part to existing tenants. Fully equipped, great access and parking. Secretarial available. Call Larry (503) 575 6246.

GRESHAM OFFICE SHARING - Reasonable rates for rent, equipment, staff. Contact Steve or Tony at (503) 667-6789.

HILLSBORO - 2 elegant offices 1 block from courthouse. $650.00/ea + utilities w/first month free. For pics/info contact John Elliott: (503) 648-3146, or JMEDrum@Earthlink.Net.

HILLSBORO DOWNTOWN OFFICE SPACE - One block to courthouse, free reserved parking. Single private offices on month to month or longer. $ 325  per month. Larger suites also available.  New Comcast high speed internet available!  Call Jay Weil (503) 924-5772, or e-mail  jaymweil@aol.com.

HILLSBORO OFFICE SPACE within 1 block from the Courthouse. Some off street parking for clients. Near the Max line. Good visibility.  Call (503) 846 0707.

KINGS HILL/GOOSE HOLLOW IN PORTLAND - Offices available in historic Georgian mansion converted to office building. One office -288 sq. ft.  One two room suite -580 sq. ft.   Close to downtown, MAC club, Washington Park, NW Portland and Pearl District. Rent is inclusive of utilities, janitorial service and parking.  There is no separate conference room or reception in building.  One year lease.  First month rent free.  Please contact Len Stevens @ (503) 295-2166.

KRUSE WAY - FREE RENT - Lake Oswego, Class A Office Building. 4248 Galewood Street, Lake Oswego, OR 97035. Primarily Attorneys. Partner-sized, windowed offices. Receptionist, Phones, High Speed Internet, Conference Rooms included. Free parking. One month free rent with lease. Prices range from $600 to $950/month. Phone numbers or ported numbers available.  Call for information. John (503) 675-4300. 

KRUSE WAY/HWY 217 AREA - LOW OVERHEAD - Quaint house conversion into attorney offices. Easy central access to all three counties, near I-5 and Hwy 217, windowed corner office (with porch deck) for attorney. Reception room (with fire place), conference room/library, high-speed internet, fax, copier, kitchen/mail/production room, street signage available, client parking. Share office building with 4 other attorneys; $600. Call John S. (503) 624-0917.

MEDFORD - 2 Class A offices available (11 x 13.5), with space for support staff. 2 blocks from Justice Building. Includes receptionist and waiting area, 3 conference rooms, fax, copier/scanner, phones, internet, some closed file storage, and large free parking area. Contact Doug at (541) 779-5175.

MEDICAL OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE - 1460sqft., built-in reception area, on Willamette Drive in West Linn. Close to other healthcare professionals; 3 years lease, (first yr $1460 + triplenet) (503) 932-0885.

NORTH PORTLAND law offices available, light reception available, from $550/month. Inquiries to: rscowboy2005@yahoo.com.

OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT at 1467 13th Street in Salem. 12x16 legal office with use of secretarial space, copier, fax machine, luncheon area, two conference rooms and free off-street parking. $750 per month, plus proportionate share of utilities. Call W. Brad Coleman at (503) 370-9326 or brad@wbradcoleman.com.

ONE LINCOLN CENTER, 10300 SW Greenburg Road #115 Portland, OR  97223. Class A Corner Office space measures 13' x 14'. Available Immediately. $700/month, month to month lease. Lease price includes complimentary Wi-Fi, access to color copier, fax machine, executive credenza & desk, 3 burgundy leather chairs (1 chair is desk swivel), free parking & numerous dining options next to Washington Square.  Contact (503) 452-1210 for showings and additional information.

OREGON CITY OFFICE - John Henry Hingson III has an office available in his building at 409 Center Street, Oregon City. Close to elevator; off-street parking; law library; conference room; share copier, fax, etc. with three other lawyers. (503) 656-0355.

OREGON CITY - PROMENADE BUILDING office space - River views, walk to Courthouse and Downtown. Free parking, flexible terms. Call David (503) 238-1025.

SETTING UP YOUR LAW PRACTICE? So much to do in so little time! Call for free and confidential office assistance - Professional Liability Fund Practice Management Advisors - Sheila Blackford, Dee Crocker, or Beverly Michaelis at (503) 639-6911 or 1-800-452-1639.

SOUTH SALEM OFFICE SPACE - Full or part-time, rent or possible sale; 200-400 sq ft. $150 to $750 per month. 1845 Commercial St SE, Salem. Corby Hann (503) 371-7000.

TIGARD/BRIDGEPORT - Office spaces for lease in the Oregon State Bar building. 1,000 - 2,100 sq ft, ground floor. Please contact Kevin VandenBrink or Joe Kappler at Macadam Forbes, (503) 227-2500.

VIRTUAL OFFICES - 5200 Meadows Executive Office Suites offers virtual office packages customizing to meet your business needs. Our services range from mail receipt to reception to business center and conference room usage. Fully equipped conference rooms, meeting rooms or day offices available for your next client meeting or deposition. info@5200meadows.com or call (503) 726-5999.

PERSONALS


BURNED OUT, STRESSED, DEPRESSED? Call the completely confidential Oregon Attorney Assistance Program (OAAP) at (503) 226-1057 or toll-free in Oregon: (800) 321-OAAP — Mike Long, ext. 11; or Shari R. Gregory, ext. 14.

HOOKED BY CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY? Help yourself and your loved ones. Call the confidential and anonymous Oregon Attorney Assistance Program (OAAP) at (503) 226-1057 or toll-free in Oregon: (800) 321-OAAP — Meloney C. Crawford, ext. 13; or Douglas Querin, ext. 12.

WERE YOU RAISED in a family where there was alcohol, physical, sexual, or emotional abuse or some other dysfunction? For information about lawyers’ ACoD support groups, call the confidential and anonymous Oregon Attorney Assistance Program (OAAP) at (503) 226-1057 or toll-free in Oregon: (800) 321-OAAP — Mike Long, ext. 11; or Shari R. Gregory, ext. 14.

WORRIED about an attorney who is drinking and/or using drugs? We share your concern! Call the confidential and anonymous Oregon Attorney Assistance Program (OAAP) at (503) 226-1057 or toll-free in Oregon: (800) 321-OAAP — Mike Long, ext. 11; Shari R. Gregory, ext. 14; Meloney C. Crawford, ext. 13; or Douglas Querin, ext. 12.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE


It is the policy of the Bulletin to only list opportunities for employment that are consistent with OSB Bylaw 10.

A THIRD OF LIFE IS SPENT AT WORK. Are your rewards meeting your needs? If you are considering a job or career change, we can help. Call the confidential Oregon Attorney Assistance Program (OAAP) at (503) 226-1057 or toll-free in Oregon: (800) 321-OAAP — Mike Long, ext. 11; Shari R. Gregory, ext. 14; Meloney C. Crawford, ext. 13; or Douglas Querin, ext. 12.

ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - FAMILY LAW - Small, busy Portland family law firm seeks enthusiastic associate.  Friendly, supportive work environment.  2-5  years  relevant experience preferred.  Email letter/resume to or fax letter/resume, attn: John: (503) 274-4774.

ASSISTANT GENERAL COUNSEL AND CLIENT ASSISTANCE OFFICE ATTORNEY - The Oregon State Bar is searching for an Assistant General Counsel and Client Assistant Office Attorney who will be a contributor to the CAO program. The Bar invites all interested applicants to submit a cover letter and resume. Submission information is provided below. We will be looking for a candidate who has: Legal experience preferably in a government or private practice involving litigation; Knowledge of legal ethics rules and principles; and Experience in resolving legal ethics issues, helpful. For full details about the position's responsibilities and requirements, go to OSB Job Opportunities at http://www.osbar.org/osbcenter/openings.html. Bring your vision and let us see if our needs are a good match with your education and experience. The salary range is $72K to $87K depending on experience. The OSB offers excellent benefits. Employee may elect to participate in PERS and make 6% IAP contribution. Submission Information - Give us an opportunity to review your material. Send your resume with a cover letter to Christine Kennedy, Director of Human Resources - CAO, Oregon State Bar, P.O. Box 231935, Tigard, OR 97281. Fax to 503-598-6985 or e-mail to hr@osbar.org. There is no closing date for applying. We will accept applications until the position is filled. Equal Opportunity Employer

BEAVERTON LAW FIRM seeks a general practice attorney that enjoys the practice of law and also enjoys activities related to client development and promoting the success of the law firm.  Some client base is preferred.  Please call 503-469-1229.

BOARD OF BAR EXAMINERS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND ADMISSIONS DIRECTOR - The Oregon State Bar is searching for a Board of Bar Examiners Executive Director and Admissions Director who will be a leader in the bar admissions program. The Bar invites all interested applicants to submit a cover letter and resume. Submission information is provided below. We will be looking for a candidate who has: Experience managing a professional or regulatory licensing program; Experience managing a department/program; and Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. For full details about the position’s responsibilities and requirements, go to OSB Job Opportunities at http://www.osbar.org/osbcenter/openings.html. Bring your vision and let us see if our needs are a good match with your education and experience. The salary range is $83K to $100K depending on experience. The OSB offers excellent benefits. Employee may elect to participate in PERS and make a 6% IAP contribution. Submission Information - Give us an opportunity to review your material. Send your resume with a cover letter to Christine Kennedy, Director of Human Resources - AD, Oregon State Bar, P.O. Box 231935, Tigard, OR 97281. Fax to 503-598-6985 or e-mail to hr@osbar.org. There is no closing date for applying. We will accept applications until the position is filled. Equal Opportunity Employer

CLAIMS ATTORNEY - The Oregon State Bar Professional Liability Fund seeks a full-time claims attorney to join our claims department team. Responsibilities include managing caseload of lawyer professional liability claims and working with the covered attorneys on a broad range of matters involving lawyer professional liability. The position requires OSB membership, 5 - 9 years of Oregon practice experience, proficiency in MS Office, and basic computer skills. Starting salary is $75,000 per year, plus excellent retirement, health insurance, and other benefits. Mail or email cover letter and resume to: Jeff Crawford, Director of Administration, Professional Liability Fund; PO Box 231600, Tigard, OR 97281-1600; Email: HR@osbplf.org. Application deadline November 26, 2012. No telephone calls. An Equal Opportunity Employer

CLINICAL PROFESSOR - Lewis & Clark Law School invites applications for a Clinical Professor of Law to work in its Small Business Legal Clinic. Applicants should have a minimum of 8-10 years of experience of general transactional business law experience in a law firm, corporate legal department or law school small business clinic and be an active member of the Oregon State Bar or willing to take the next bar exam. Applicants should have outstanding writing skills, sound judgment and a demonstrated interest in teaching and mentoring. Bilingual language skills a plus. In furtherance of the law school's commitment to a diverse faculty, we especially encourage applications from women, racial minorities, sexual minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans. Interested persons should send cover letter, resume, list of references, writing sample (or citation to published article(s)), and statement of teaching philosophy to Doreen Corwin, Director of Law Faculty Services, preferably as an email attachment to corwin@lclark.edu, or by mail to her at Lewis & Clark Law School, 10015 SW Terwilliger Boulevard, Portland, OR 97219. Deadline for submission is December 21, 2012. For more information on Lewis & Clark Law School, please visit our web site at http://law.lclark.edu/

DISCIPLINARY COUNSEL AND DIRECTOR OF REGULATORY SERVICES - The Oregon State Bar is searching for a Disciplinary Counsel and Director of Regulatory Services who will be a leader in professional responsibility. The Bar invites all interested applicants to submit a cover letter and resume. Submission information is provided below. We will be looking for a candidate who has: Experience managing professional-level employees; Experience managing a department/program; Excellent communication and relationship-building skills; and Significant experience in trial and appellate courts. For full details about the position’s responsibilities and requirements, go to OSB Job Opportunities at http://www.osbar.org/osbcenter/openings.html. Bring your vision and let us see if our needs are a good match with your education and experience. The start date for this position will be early February 2013. The salary will be between $97K and $115K depending on the individual’s experience. The Bar offers excellent benefits including voluntary 6% participation in the PERS program. Submission Information - Give us an opportunity to review your material. Send your resume with a cover letter to Christine Kennedy, Director of Human Resources - DC, Oregon State Bar, P.O. Box 231935, Tigard, OR 97281. Fax to (503) 598-6985 or e-mail (MS Word format only) to hr@osbar.org. There is no closing date for applying. We will accept applications until the position is filled. Equal Opportunity Employer.

FITZWATER MEYER LLP, a well-known, 11- attorney, estate planning and elder law firm is seeking to fill two positions with attorneys having a minimum of three years' experience in the areas of (1) Litigation and (2) Medicaid, Medicare and Special Needs Trusts. Experience in elder law, protective proceedings, estate planning and administration, tax planning, business and/or real property is a plus. Join a firm with a statewide reputation for expertise, commitment to quality services and honest concern for clients. Collegial atmosphere, great legal assistants, up-to-date technology. Send cover letter and resume to the office administrator, Audrey, at alowen@fitzwatermeyer.com

GENERAL COUNSEL for successful, growing, Salem senior housing developer /operator with 37 communities in 6 states. After 10 years with the Company, current General Counsel is retiring. Successful candidate must be member of OSB and have excellent references. Minimum of 7 years' experience in law firm and in-house preferred. Responsibilities: structuring and preparing documents for complex transactions, preparing numerous real property and other general business agreements, reviewing all finance documents, managing litigation, forming and maintaining records for numerous LLCs and corporations, and providing legal advice and assistance on wide variety of issues. Integral part of senior management team, including CEO, CFO and COO, in fast-paced, challenging work environment, keeping most work in-house. Retaining and managing outside counsel on matters not handled in-house. Must have excellent communication and leadership skills and be a creative yet practical problem-solver who "thinks outside the box" and takes initiative to make things happen. This exciting opportunity offers a competitive salary and benefits. To apply, send resume to: Director of Human Resources, Bonaventure Senior Living, 3220 State Street, Salem, OR 97301.

ITRON IS A LEADING “SMART GRID” COMPANY and global provider of hardware, software and services to electric, gas and water utilities. We do business in over 130 countries and our annual revenues exceed $2.0 billion. We are currently seeking a Senior Intellectual Property Attorney to join our legal department. The position shall be based at Liberty Lake, WA., our corporate headquarters. Duties and Responsibilities: New Patent Preparation and Prosecution, Office Action replies, and direct and review Foreign Associate replies; Harvest inventions from research and development teams located in US and international facilities; Manage pre-litigation and patent litigation activities; Develop and maintain company patent applications, trade secrets, trademarks and copyrights; Draft and review license agreements, development agreements and other IP oriented documents as well as intellectual property provisions contained in general commercial contracts and documents; Prepare and manage the preparation of product clearance/right to practice opinions (and provide infringement and validity analysis) for Itron products and processes with respect to industry patents; Monitor competitor IP activity and advise business on significant activity; Evaluate IP diligence for potential acquisition targets; Develop and implement ongoing education programs for senior management, business and R&D personnel to advise them on global intellectual property matters and IP related rule changes; Implement and approve IP legal policies and procedures in accordance with the business needs and in conformity with corporate policies and procedures. Experience: This position requires a minimum of two (2) years experience as an Attorney admitted to practice in at least one state bar and registration with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Experience with major law firm and/or corporation as an attorney desired and substantial experience working in-house with large multinational US company strongly preferred. Strong intellectual capacity and high personal standards of excellence. Education: JD in Law and a minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering is required. Travel: 10 - 30%. Refer to our website at http://careers.itron.com .

KALISPELL, MONTANA LITIGATION FIRM seeks litigation associate with at least 1-5 years litigation experience. Moore, Cockrell, Goicoechea & Axelberg, P.C., a 7 attorney civil defense litigation firm in Kalispell, Montana is accepting applications for a litigation associate position. A minimum of one year experience is required. Salary/benefits depends upon experience, but are very competitive. Please submit a cover letter, resume, transcript, and research/writing sample to Moore, Cockrell, Goicoechea & Axelberg, attn: Sean Goicoechea, PO Box 7370, Kalispell, MT 59904.

LITIGATION ASSOCIATE/Portland, Oregon - Garvey Schubert Barer, with offices in Portland, Seattle, Anchorage, Washington D.C., New York and Beijing, seeks a senior associate for its trusts and estates litigation practice group. GSB is committed to diversity and encourages all people to apply. Position offers opportunity for challenging work in a collegial environment. The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of commercial litigation experience with an emphasis on trusts and estates litigation and some background in estate planning and probate. California litigation experience is a plus. Applicants must be admitted to practice law in Oregon. In addition, applicants must be admitted to practice law in California or be willing to take the California bar exam. Applicants must also have outstanding writing and analytical skills, top academic credentials and a commitment to excellence. Applications should include a cover letter, resume, law school transcript and writing sample. GSB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please reply in strict confidence by November 21, 2012, to Recruiting Coordinator, Garvey Schubert Barer, 121 SW Morrison, 11th Floor, Portland, OR 97204; email careersPDX@gsblaw.com.

MYATT & BELL P.C., an established Portland law firm near the Washington Square mall, is seeking an attorney with at least five years of experience in taxable estate planning and taxable estate administration.  Ideal candidates will be self-motivated, detailed-oriented, and involved in the community.  Our law firm culture is one in which we join together as a team to maintain balanced lives, excellence of work, and high marks for customer service, satisfaction, and loyalty.  Apply in confidence to justinm@myattandbell.com.

NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED PORTLAND BOUTIQUE LABOR & EMPLOYMENT LAW FIRM has a labor/employment position available for a charismatic, entrepreneurial, team-oriented attorney committed to firm values and principles. A minimum of seven years experience in the labor/employment/litigation field is required. The firm just celebrated its 34th year of successfully delivering the highest quality labor and employment services to both private and public sector employers throughout the United States. Because the successful candidate will assume a high level of responsibility, he/she must possess an excellent reputation with strong credentials and a willingness to make a long-term commitment to the firm. This is a wonderful career opportunity for a highly motivated individual seeking partnership opportunities. Replies will remain strictly confidential. Please respond to Williams, Zografos & Peck, Attn: Cindi Grant, 334 3rd Street, Lake Oswego, OR 97034.

NEWPORT LAW FIRM looking for Associate Attorney to practice family law, estate planning, business law, real property law and general civil litigation. Must have three years experience , good time management skills and zealousness for trial work. Applications should include a resume and salary requirements to the Oregon State Bar, Attn: Blind Ad K-17; P.O. Box 231935, Tigard, OR 97281 or e-mail blindad@osbar.org with "Blind Ad K-17" in the subject line.

PATENT PROSECUTION PRACTIONER - DASCENZO Intellectual Property Law, P.C. is seeking an experienced intellectual property prosecution attorney or patent agent to join our team of practitioners.  DIPL specialize in U.S. and international patent and trademark searching, prosecution, licensing, and strategic advice, and its clients range from startups to industry-leading multinational corporations. Ideal candidates will have excellent writing and analytical skills, strong academic backgrounds and work experience, and an established client base.  Candidates also should have at least four years of IP experience, a can-do attitude, and a desire to work collaboratively in a small, close-knit team.  International intellectual property experience is a plus, as is licensing and litigation experience. Please send resumes to info@dascenzoiplaw.com.  Inquiries will be maintained confidential upon request.

REAL ESTATE ATTORNEY - Ball Janik LLP is seeking an experienced real estate attorney for its Portland, Oregon office. At least 3 years of real estate experience and current admission to the Oregon State Bar are preferred. We are seeking an individual with outstanding writing and oral advocacy skills, as well as strong academic credentials. Qualified applicants should submit a resume and cover letter (referencing Job #1319) in confidence to Judee Schoene, Human Resources Assistant, Ball Janik LLP, 101 SW Main Street, Suite 1100, Portland, Oregon 97204. Applications are also accepted electronically at jschoene@balljanik.com. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

RESEARCH/LITIGATION ASSOCIATE WANTED for litigation/business/criminal/PI law firm in Bend, Oregon.   Candidates must have three  years of relevant practice experience.  Demonstrated research skills are a must! Experience in civil and criminal litigation a plus. Sound academics important.  Research and writing samples considered. Only relevant professional references considered.  Send cover letter and résumé to Donna Robinson at 1558 SW Nancy Way, Bend, OR 97702.

SHERMAN SHERMAN JOHNNIE & HOYT, LLP, a nimble, AV-rated, civil law firm with an unwavering commitment to client service, community involvement, and lawyers having lives seeks partnership track attorney with 5-7 years civil litigation experience. Applicant must share our values and commitment to achieving results for our clients. Salary and benefit package negotiable. Interested Parties: If you want to take advantage of this opportunity please send letter, resume, and writing sample to hiring@shermlaw.com. We will treat all applications with discretion.

SMITH FREED & EBERHARD is seeking to add an attorney with 0-3 years of business/employment litigation experience. Candidates must have the desire and drive to build a reputation as one of the best litigation attorneys in the northwest. This position requires an individual to display a professional, outgoing, motivated and determined demeanor; they will be joining our team of elite litigators at the firm’s downtown Portland office. This candidate will have the opportunity to gain the skills needed to become a top-notch attorney in the northwest legal community through developing expertise in taking depositions, writing motions, making court appearances, working directly with clients and supervising legal staff. Excellent academic credentials - top 1/3 of class is a requirement - and strong writing and researching skills are required. If you are hard working, have great people skills and are looking to work in a supportive yet challenging environment, please contact us at hr@smithfreed.com. Please submit your resume, law school transcripts and anything else that demonstrates that you are the right person for this position. 

STEBBINS & COFFEY, a well-established general practice firm in North Bend seeks an attorney with two to five years’ experience, with a focus on local government law and litigation preferred.  Candidates must be interested in assisting with a growing practice representing local public bodies in all phases of the law and be willing to handle cases independently.  Candidates should also be willing to assist with the firm’s trial practice.  Salary and benefits offered commensurate with experience. Interested candidates should send cover letter, resume, and writing sample to: hr@stebbinsandcoffey.com.

THE CLINICAL TRIALS OFFICE AT OHSU is hiring a Contract Analyst.  Please apply at www.ohsu.edu.  Job IRC37481.

THE CONSUL GROUP is a boutique law firm based in Portland.  We are seeking applications from attorneys with at least 3 years of experience in general corporate and transactional work.  Candidates should be capable of delivering high quality legal services, including superior writing and communication skills, and be dedicated to client service.  Ability to excel in an unstructured and entrepreneurial environment is required.  Business athletes and candidates with foreign language skills preferred.  Candidate must be a member of the Oregon State Bar. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our firm. Applications should include a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references. Please address the letter to Paul Loving, Managing Shareholder, and email it to: applications@theconsulgroup.com. For more information, please visit www.theconsulgroup.com .

THREE-ATTORNEY FIRM IN MCMINNVILLE seeks an associate with one to four years civil trial experience to join its civil litigation and insurance defense practice. Insurance defense experience preferred. Top 1/3 of graduating class or higher. Competitive salary and benefits. EOE. Please send cover letter, transcript, resume and writing sample to: Gary G. Norris, Law Office of Gary G. Norris; 1006 N.E .. 3rd Street, Suite A, McMinnville, Oregon 97128; (503) 472-3770.

TRANSACTIONAL REAL ESTATE ATTORNEY - Radler White Parks & Alexander LLP, a real estate and land use boutique with a vibrant and diverse practice, is seeking a real estate attorney for its Portland, Oregon office. At least three years of real estate experience and current admission to the Oregon State Bar are preferred. The ideal candidate is detail oriented and highly organized with superior oral and written advocacy skills and strong academic credentials. Qualified applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to: Chief Operating Officer, Radler White Parks & Alexander LLP, 111 SW Columbia Street, Suite 1100, Portland, OR 97201 or by email to dirinaga@radlerwhite.com.

TRIMET -The Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon (TriMet) invites sealed proposals in response to its request for proposals (RFP) for outside legal services in a variety of different practice areas. TriMet encourages sole practitioners, smaller firms and women or minority-owned firms to submit proposals. Proposals will be received at 710 N.E. Holladay Street, Procurement and Contracts Department, Portland, Oregon 97232, Attention: Lance Erz, until 1:00 p.m., on November 16, 2012. The RFP is available on TriMet’s ebid system at www.ebidexchange.com/trimet. Potential proposers are encouraged to register on ebid, because in the event addenda are issued only registered proposers will be notified via e-mail of the availability of addenda for download. All questions regarding this procurement must be directed to Lance Erz at erzl@trimet.org or (503) 962-2108.

BAR BOX REPLIES — To reply to an ad in the classifieds listing a bar box address, mail responses in a 9 x 12 or smaller envelope to the Oregon State Bar, Attn: Blind Ad _____, P.O. Box 231935, Tigard, OR 97281 or email: blindad@osbar.org with the blind ad number in the subject line. To protect the confidentiality of a bar box holder and of the reader, we offer the following service: if there is a firm you do not wish to see your response, list that firm (or firms) on a note included with your letter to the bar box. Put both in an envelope addressed to “Classified.” If the box holder is a firm you have listed, your response will be recycled.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE - SUPPORT


BILLING SPECIALIST/ADMINISTRATION - Ready to join a fast paced, well established civil litigation firm? Full time position for the right candidate who's quick on their feet, proficient with Microsoft Office, Quickbooks and Prolaw; primarily responsible for client billing, accounts payable and receivable; assist with administrative duties in front and back office including phones, docketing and staff support. We are looking for the right addition to complete our team. We like to work hard and have fun. Please send resume to sue@aldrich-eike.com

POSITIONS WANTED


NEED HELP WITH A BIG CASE? Want to expand your practice? Want to take a vacation? Contact the OWLS Contract Lawyer Service. We can help. Fast! You contact us with project/job information. We immediately post the announcement to our contract lawyer list serve. You are promptly contacted by our contract lawyers who meet your criteria. Free! No fee to post jobs or projects. You pay the contract lawyer you hire. Effective! Contract lawyers statewide. Many levels of experience. Many types of expertise. For more information, or to post a job, contact: Norma Freitas by phone at 503/375-5484 or email at nfreitas@aol.com.

PRACTICES FOR SALE


ESTABLISHED, HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL, SOLO PRACTICE for sale in Bend, Oregon with high net income. Practice focuses on litigation, business, personal injury, corporate, real estate, criminal, etc. Owner willing to work with or train/assist buyer(s) to ensure smooth and successful transition. Practice capable of supporting partners. Terms available. Please send inquiries to Mark at PO Box 1992, Bend, OR 97709.

IF YOU ARE A SOLE PRACTITIONER OR PARTNER in a firm that is looking for a way to transition into retirement, not happy with your options, or need to find some, please contact Garry Schnell at Lawstein Corp, P.C. We are interested in buying your law practice that you've worked so hard to establish. Please call Garry Schnell at (503) 317-6022 for details.

RECREATIONAL RENTALS


ARCH CAPE BEACHFRONT HOME, CASE PACIFICA - Five bedrooms plus sleeping loft; Three full baths; Mexican tile floors; Panoramic views; Summer weeks; Off season weeks or weekends. Robert Sacks (503) 975-6923.

BANDON OREGON- VACATION RENTALS, all are on or close to the beach & golf. See video tours at our web sites: www.BandonBeachProperties.com & www.BandonBeachRentals.com, (541) 347-4801.

CABIN 17 AT LAKE CREEK LODGE - Built in 2005, 3 BR, 3 BA, sleeps 6 (2 Q, 2 twin). Located in the North Meadow area with views to so of Black Butte. Beautiful wood, antiques and modern amenities throughout blend perfectly for comfort and historical feel; stone gas/log fp, ss appliances, w/d. $850,000; quarter shares available at $225,000; seller financing also available. Go to www.lakecreeklodge.com for more information. Reply to scottm@gartlandnelsonlaw.com.

CABIN 20 AT LAKE CREEK LODGE - Renovated in 2005, 3 BR, 2 BA, sleeps 6 (2 Q, 2 twin). Views of North Meadow and wildlife habitat areas. Extensive stonework outside, wood inside; stone gas/log fp, w/d. $549,000; quarter shares available at $150,000; seller financing also available. Go to www.lakecreeklodge.com for more information. Reply to scottm@gartlandnelsonlaw.com.

FRANCE: MINUTES TO THE MEDITERRANEAN - Experience life in a small french village. Historic house in picturesque walled village. View sunrise over the Mediterranean and sunset over the Pyrenees. 2 hours to Barcelona. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, rooftop terrace. Sleeps 5. www.coeurdelaroque.com or (541) 915-5314.

KIHEI, MAUI, HAWAII- Large oceanview 1BR, 2BA condo, LR sleepersofa, two pools/spas, tennis, across street from beach. Attorney discounts. mjs@aterwynne.com (503) 329-5088; Pictures: http://picasaweb. google.com / SamSandmire/ OceanView MauiCondoRentFromSamSandmire#.

KONA, HAWAII - Lovely oceanfront 1 BR condo. Large MBR, vaulted ceilings, great view. Tennis, oceanside pool and spa, walk to town (503) 675-6220. For photos, email: nanevin@aol.com.

OCEANSIDE - Beach house on cliffside, overlooking ocean and Netarts Bay. 4 decks, fireplace, spa tub, washer/dryer, and gourmet kitchen. Three baths, sleeps six; $300 weekend (Fri, Sat nts); $75/night Sun-Thurs; $600 entire week. Call Michael at (503) 478-1280 or email Mary at mexmary@comcast.net.

PARIS APARTMENT  - At Notre Dame.  Elegant 2 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom apartment, in the heart of Paris. (503) 227-3722.

SCOTTSDALE - North Scottsdale home near Troon and TPC golf courses. Newly furnished. 3BR, 2BA, 52”plasma TV, pool, outdoor barbecue. No smoking, no pets. Tony at (503) 221-2271.

SEASIDE - Absolutely gorgeous 3200 sq ft vacation home with panoramic ocean view during the day & city lights @ night.  Hot tub on deck,  Sleeps 8+.  Pet/smoke free.  Introductory rates (360) 694-5175,  (1-877) 464-4429.

SEASIDE - Large 3 BR, 2 BA, ½ block to beach. 2 TVs, partial ocean view. 2 night minimum - $150 per night, $950 per week + cleaning + tax (503) 228-4317 or (503) 777-3283. No smoking, no pets.

SUNRIVER - Attractive 3 BR 2 BA home, hot tub, 6 bikes, 2 TVs, DVD/VCR, CD, BBQ, microwave, fireplace, dishwasher, washer/dryer and all amenities. Great location near mall and Ft. Rock Park. No smoking/pets (541) 354-1902 eves. DCCA #804

SUNRIVER - Warm, cozy, 2 bedroom, 1 bath Ranch Cabin, ideal for a weekend getaway. Fireplace, TV, Wi-Fi, DVD, CD, BBQ, washer/dryer, fully furnished & well-equipped. Sleeps 4. $95.00/night + $75 cleaning fee (541) 770-6720.

SUNRIVER—SUNRAY VACATION RENTALS - Choose from over 150 Homes or Condos with hot tubs. Pets OK in some homes. Call 1-800-531-1130, book online at www.sunrayinc.com, or e-mail us at sunray@sunrayinc.com.

TAKE A SUN BREAK in PGA West LaQuinta - 3 BR 2.5 BA Townhouse, den, patio, garage, just remodeled, cable, wi-fi, stunning lake & mtn view, steps from pool, wk/mo rates. (503) 777-6651.

WEST MAUI HAWAII - Spacious two bedroom, two bath beachfront condo with panoramic views of stunning sunsets over Lanai and Molokai. Located at the Hololani in West Maui, Hawaii. www.hololani.com. Unit A402 * Fully Equipped Kitchen *Washer Dryer * Heated Fresh Water Pool* Cable TV * Weekly Maid Service *Underground Parking. Minimum 5 nights. Adults only and no smoking or pets (800) 367-5032, www.mauihololani.com.

SERVICES


AMAZING VIDEO CONFERENCING IN HIGH DEFINITION! Video Conferencing solutions for your legal depositions. Across town, across the country or anywhere in the world. Comfortable conference room accommodates several people. Call (503) 597-1300 to schedule your video conference at Corner Office, Inc. 

APPELLATE ATTORNEY — Available to assist with appeals or take referrals. Experienced with hundreds of appeals. Background also includes publication of the “Oregon Appellate Manual” with Butterworths, and eleven years of teaching legal writing, research and appellate advocacy at the University of Oregon School of Law. Some appeals cost under $4000. Call George Kelly, (541) 343-1884.

ARBITRATION-MEDIATION - Retired Chief Judge offers over 15 years of litigation experience as trial attorney and judge, and over 21 years on the Oregon Court of Appeals. Wm. L. Richardson, Senior Judge, at your service. (503) 843-2111, judgeforhire@centurylink.net .

AUTO INJURY / PAIN MANAGEMENT CLINIC in Tualatin provides exceptional injury recovery services to your PIP & WC clients. Accurate & efficient medical / billing records provided within 2 business days upon attorney request. All About Wellness of Tualatin, P.C. (503) 691-7788.

AVIATION ATTORNEY - Thomas J. Flaherty (503) 245-2500, or email sandrajstahl@gmail.com. Aviation accidents; defense of FAA certificate enforcement actions; NTSB trials; purchase and sale of aircraft; available for representation, consultation or referrals. OSB member since 1974. Instrument rated commercial pilot, single-engine land, single-engine sea, multi-engine land. FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), Instrument Flight Instructor (CFII) and Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI).

AVIATION LAW - Landye Bennett Blumstein LLP,  www.landye-bennett.com, is one of the leading firms in airplane and helicopter crash litigation for plaintiffs, with over 40 years of combined experience. We have successfully litigated cases against many major aircraft/component manufacturers, including Cessna, Piper, Cirrus, Beech, Rockwell, Fairchild, Sikorsky, Robinson, Avidyne, Honeywell, Teledyne Continental, Lycoming, Kaman, United Instruments, and GE. Contact Bob Hopkins, rhopkins@landye-bennett.com, or Matt Clarke, mclarke@landye-bennett.com, at (503) 224-4100.

CONFUSED BY THE TRUST ACCOUNTING RULES? Don’t neglect this crucial aspect of practice management! Call for free and confidential advice on how to set up your lawyer trust account - Professional Liability Fund Practice Management Advisors - Sheila Blackford, Dee Crocker, or Beverly Michaelis at (503) 639-6911 or 1-800-452-1639.

EMPLOYMENT INVESTIGATIONS AND EMPLOYMENT EXPERT WITNESS - Claire Cordon is an experienced investigator and expert witness in employment matters in state and federal courts. Her credentials include ten years with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and more than 20 years as an employment law litigator with high-caliber law firms. Call on Claire for employment law cases involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, reasonable accommodation (disability and religion), workplace misconduct, whistleblower claims, adequacy of investigation and training, and general employment policies and practices. Contact: claire@ccordonlaw.com or (206) 284-7728.

ESTATE & TRUST TAX RETURNS (income, estate and inheritance taxes) prepared by AV attorney (LLM Tax) with 25 years experience. prompt, efficient service.  Confidential, privileged; competitive costs. contact James Oberholtzer at (503) 412-8647 or oberholtz@oberholtz.com

EXPERIENCED CIVIL LITIGATOR AVAILABLE for contract work.  Need help with your caseload? Help with briefs, research, or document preparation? I can work for you as needed. Excellent research and writing skills, detail-oriented, and reasonable rates.  Quick and efficient work that ends with an excellent product.  Contact contract.attorney2@gmail.com.

FORENSIC DOCUMENT EXAMINER — Trained by the Secret Service and US Postal Crime Lab examiners. Fully equipped laboratory. Qualified in state and federal courts. Retired from the Eugene Police Department. Jim Green, (888) 485-0832, www.documentexaminer.info.

FORENSIC EXAMINATION OF HANDWRITING ON EVIDENTIAL DOCUMENTS - Consultations with Attorney. Reports documenting findings and conclusions. Critique of alternate opinions. Court qualified since 1985. Dorothy Lehman (503) 654-7156.

HOLISTIC, CONFIDENTIAL COUNSELING - Get assistance in reducing stress, anxiety or depression from relationships, professional commitments, family situations, health issues, life changes.  Explore evolving goals and priorities.  Debra Flittner, J.D., M.A., Lic. Professional Counselor (OR: C-2516); (503) 799-5762.

INVESTIGATION - Northwest Investigations & Consulting is a full service investigation firm  specializing  in: Trial Preparation, Locates, Interviews, Asset & Background Checks. Mike  Greene of Rosenthal, Greene & Devlin PC., states "  Their positive results & professionalism really shows" contact Steve (503) 710-4414, email: nwinvestigation @comcast.net  web: nwinvestigation.com.

LEGAL ETHICS DEFENSE: ETHICS ADVICE & OPINIONS — Christopher R. Hardman - Providing defense services against Bar disciplinary proceedings; legal ethics advice, consultations, and opinion letters. Mr. Hardman is a former Assistant Disciplinary Counsel of the Oregon State Bar Office of Disciplinary Counsel; and a former Bar prosecutor. He is a speaker and moderator at Ethics Continuing Legal Education Seminars sponsored by the Bar, New Lawyers Division and others. He may be contacted at his office: Christopher R. Hardman, (503) 916-1787 , or Fax (503) 916-1789; 909 SW St. Clair, Portland, OR 97205.

NEED HELP WITH A BIG CASE? Want to expand your practice? Want to take a vacation? Contact the OWLS Contract Lawyer Service. We can help. Fast! You contact us with project/job information. We immediately post the announcement to our contract lawyer list serve. You are promptly contacted by our contract lawyers who meet your criteria. Free! No fee to post jobs or projects. You pay the contract lawyer you hire. Effective! Contract lawyers statewide. Many levels of experience. Many types of expertise. For more information, or to post a job, contact: Norma Freitas by phone at 503/375-5484 or email at nsfreitas@aol.com.

STRESS, anxiety, depression psychotherapy and counseling; career counseling; confidential assistance improving strained relationships, clarifying career considerations, responding constructively to occupational, family, and individual emotional developments, transitions, etc. Standish McCleary III, J.D., Ph.D., Lic. psychologist (16 yrs. atty); (503) 228-0688.

WASHINGTON WORKERS COMP 30 years experience. More than 2000 cases successfully handled. Contact: Kevin G. Staples, Washington Workers Comp ., (503) 283-3393; (360) 816-2500; kevin.staples@ landerholm.com.

SERVICES WANTED


LOOKING FOR AN INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR with legal experience to do trademark search and application process for a small company.  Respond with cover letter and resume to hr@irised.com.

WANTED


WANT TO PURCHASE minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557, Denver, CO 80201.

 

WILL SEARCHES


SEEKING WILL FOR:  Steven August Monken DOB:  5/20/67.  Mr. Monken lives in Multnomah County, but my have had Will done in Canby Oregon or Oregon City Oregon. If Found Please Contact: Trisha Erickson at (503) 504-6308.  Thank You.

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POSITIONS AVAILABLE

$30 for the first 20 words, 50 cents each additional word.

SERVICES

$40 for the first 20 words, 50 cents each additional word.

ALL OTHER ADS

$40 for the first 20 words, 50 cents each additional word. Oregon State Bar members receive a $10 discount on these ads.

COLOR

Color may be added to any ad for an additional $20.

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