News and Events
- BOG Requests Comment on Proposed Changes to Title 8 of the OSB Rules of Procedure
The OSB Board of Governors is requesting public comment on proposed changes to the Title 8 of the OSB Rules of Procedure. The changes are intended to streamline the reinstatement process for inactive, retired and pro bono members. Please submit comments on the proposed changes to feedback@osbar.org no later than October 26th. - Proposed amendment to RPC 1.8(e)
The Board of Governors is requesting public comment on a proposed amendment to RPC 1.8(e) that would allow lawyers to provide financial assistance to clients in limited circumstances. This amendment will be discussed at the OSB House of Delegates Meeting on October 28th. Please submit comments on the proposed changes to feedback@osbar.org no later than October 26th. - OSB Economic Survey Now Available
On September 20th, all active OSB members were sent an email inviting them to participate in the 2022 OSB Economic Survey. Included in the email is a link to the survey itself, which is being conducted in coordination with Portland State University. If you did not receive the email, please check to ensure it was not blocked by your local spam filter. If you have any questions about the survey, please contact the bar at pubaff@osbar.org. -
Provisional Licensing Program: Application Available
The Oregon State Bar's Provisional Licensing Program (PLP) application is now available on the OSB web site. The PLP is available to applicants who took the Bar Exam in February 2022, when issues at the test site likely affected performance of many test takers. The Oregon Supreme Court approved this alternative mechanism for the Board of Bar Examiners to examine competency of applicants. More information is here. -
Supreme Court Order Adopting Rules and Approving Amendments for Licensed Paralegals
The Supreme Court has issued an order adopting Rules for Licensing Paralegals and Rules of Professional Conduct; and approving amendments to the Oregon State Bar Rules of Procedure and Minimum Continuing Legal Education Rules and Regulations. The order can be found here. -
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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