News and Events
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Supreme Court Approves New Licensed Paralegal Rules
The Oregon Supreme Court has approved new rules to allow for the licensure of paralegals to provide limited legal services in Oregon. Information on the proposal, including the report of the Paraprofessional Licensure Implementation Committee and the newly adopted Rules for Admission, Rules of Professional Conduct, MCLE Rules and Bar Rules of Procedure can be found here. - Oregon Supreme Court Approves Comity Rule for Admissions
On Tuesday July 19, the Oregon Supreme Court approved a Comity Rule to direct how the OSB admits licensed attorneys from other jurisdictions. The rule expands jurisdictions from which licensed and experienced attorneys can be admitted without taking the bar exam, while retaining most other requirements. An FAQ is available here. -
OSB Announces New Email System
Early this year, the OSB began a transition to a new email system, which will allow members more control over content received from the bar. Members may need to update their systems to allow the most critical emails to come through. More information is here. -
Resources for landlords and tenants
The OSB is regularly updating its legal information for landlords and tenants in this rapidly changing environment. Click here for more information. -
Oregon State Bar Public Meetings
Click here for notice of upcoming public meetings pursuant to ORS 192.640. Please note that meetings are subject to change or cancellation, and may be amended during the course of the month. To confirm a meeting, call the OSB Center at (503) 620-0222. -
Judicial Vacancies
For the latest information on current State and Federal court vacancies, including selection processes, please visit our Judicial Vacancies page. This page also includes information on recent judicial appointments. -
Unified Bars and Federal Litigation
Currently there are multiple challenges across the country to the legitimacy or legality of unified bars. More information, including what these challenges could mean for the OSB, is available here.
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