Oregon State Bar Bulletin — AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2002
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FOR SALE
INVEST IN / Control These Web Addresses: Portland-Law.com,
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Only $4550/or best offer, or individually. Includes 10 yr reg. fees
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OFFICE SPACE
1 OR MORE SPACIOUS WINDOW OFFICES, close-in SW downtown Portland;
elevator, receptionist, secretarial space, share with congenial attorneys.
Many amenities, non-smoking building; free parking. $595/$660
- (503) 241-4925.
ALBANY – Share space in office building close to courthouse. All amenities, including receptionist and secretary. Call Gary E. Norman at (541) 928-6193.
AVAILABLE OFFICES in congenial 15-attorney suite near Kruse Way in Lake Oswego. Rent includes reception, excellent law library, conference rooms, phone service, kitchen and parking. Fax, photocopy and secretarial services available. Call Jan at (503) 635-7773.
BEAVERTON DOWNTOWN - Established Beaverton 6-attorney law firm has office space (maybe 2) available in 2-story stand alone building with good people and a congenial atmosphere. Services include receptionist, phone, conference room, and library. All other customary services are available, including secretarial station. Potential for association in estate planning matters. See website at mmh-law.com for firm information. Contact Jeff at (503) 646-0566.
BEND: Office share in Boyd Bldg. across street from courthouse. Offices available from $500/mo. Receptionist and all services available. (541) 317-0231 or (541) 350-7743.
DOWNTOWN PORTLAND – 1 office on top floor of American Bank Building. Receptionist, research computer, library/conference rooms, copier, fax, phone, kitchen. Call (503) 226-0368.
DOWNTOWN PDX-2 OFFICES-CLASS A SPACE-RIVER VIEW-congenial 6 attorney suite near state and federal courthouses. Includes shared receptionist, kitchen, conference room, copier, fax and long distance at cost, secretarial service and parking available, phone equipment, and voice mail included. One office approximately 15-1/2 x 15-1/2 and one 9-1/2 x 15’. Access to computer, e-mail and Westlaw are potentially available. Contact Nancy Bragg (503) 224-3100.
DOWNTOWN PORTLAND - 121 SW Morrison Street, 6th floor, professional office space with adjacent secretarial area available with congenial, well established commercial law firm. All amenities including reception, conference rooms, copier, and kitchen. $1,000 for an external 10 x 15 office, and $500 for a secretarial cubicle. For inquiries call Valerie Auerbach at (503) 228-6044.
DOWNTOWN PORTLAND - Multiple offices and staff space available in well-appointed law office suite, 9th Floor, Bank of America building. All amenities, including access to river-view conference room and suite common areas, DSL internet service, reception services. Underground parking available. Call Mike (503) 228-0691.
DOWNTOWN PORTLAND — One to four offices with secretarial space available. Includes reception, conference rooms, lunch room, copier & fax. Great view, parking next door, easy access for clients. Call Gary (503) 227-6722.
DOWNTOWN PORTLAND Professional windowed offices available with congenial, well established law firm. Reception, secretarial space, conference room, copier, fax and underground parking available (503) 228-6474.
DOWNTOWN PORTLAND – SW 3rd & Pine St. Private office space now available in Historic Building. 1, 2 or 3 large offices, all with 6’x8’ street-facing windows on 2nd floor. Large conference room, kitchen, fax and copier available. Complete furniture package available with one office, if needed. Record storage available. Great access to MAX, hotels, banks, restaurants, freeway and parking. Call building owner for showing at (503) 464-4062.
DOWNTOWN PORTLAND –1 Partner office in eight-lawyer suite, 12th floor KOIN Center. Includes reception, conference room, standard office equipment, DSL internet access. Parking and shared secretary available. Call (503) 224-2301 or (503) 222-7475.
FOR RENT: Beautiful loft/storefront on N.W. Upshur, Portland. Tall ceiling, mezzanine, 1500 sq ft, indoor, secure parking; $995. Joanna (503) 274-2158.
HILLSBORO — It’s not just an office suite, it’s an ExecuTech Suite®. Conveniently located across from Intel and adjacent to Hawthorn Farm Athletic Club, a beautifully appointed and professionally supported office suite can be yours today. With rent beginning at $400/month, ExecuTech Suites® offer great value. Call Ruth Coyne at (503) 640-6240. www.executechsuites. com
HILLSBORO – Two office suites, one block from WA Co Courthouse. Law library/conference room, basement storage, reception area, 2 secretarial bays, copier/phone/fax equipment included. $375 & $475 per month, + split utilities/costs. Contact John Elliott (503) 648-3146.
HILLSBORO OFFICE SPACE across from courthouse. Includes full-time receptionist, phone, fax, copy machine and library. Secretarial assistance and overflow referrals from four other attorneys available. Call Jim Darr at (503) 648-1186.
JOHN’S LANDING OFFICES – River and Mt. Hood view from contemporary building. Several offices available. Share with experienced trial lawyers. All amenities including kitchen, free parking, library, conference room and secretarial area. Call Craig Nichols (503) 224-3018.
KRUSE WAY - LAKE OSWEGO – New Class A Bldg., Partner-size offices – Windowed, receptionist, phone, fax, copier, conference rooms, free parking; $810-$1,095/mo. Phone numbers available or porting tenant numbers also available. Call for information. John, (503) 675-4300.
LANDMARK OFFICE – Kings Hill/Lang House. MAC Club area; hdwd floors, frpl, lounge, suites at: $350-$3,000 mo/mo or 1 yr term. (503) 221-2900, The Madden Company.
LLOYD DISTRICT - Lloyd 700 Tower, 9th floor, river view, Class A space on MAX line; one to four offices and staff space available; potential arrangements for DSL internet, secretarial, reception, kitchen, conference room, restrooms. Contact Janice - (503) 238-8677.
NORTHWEST PORTLAND – Office space available in converted Tudor home. Rent includes receptionist, use of conference room, fax, copier and kitchen facilities. $800 per month (503) 227-2486. Contact Suzanne or Cindy.
OFFICE SHARE arrangement available immediately on Officers’ Row in downtown Vancouver, WA. Reception/legal secretary available. Free parking! Call to discuss options with Carole at (360) 737-0507 or e-mail me at luckettesq@ worldaccessnet.com.
OREGON CITY office; share space and equipment with 8 other attorneys in collegial, professional atmosphere; two conference rooms, parking, kitchen and staff break room; great location in established office close to Juvenile Court and jail; possibility for overflow work. $675/mo. Call Tom (503) 657-0777; Ron (503) 655-3433; or Jim (503) 657-8144.
OREGON CITY — Two offices in 4-lawyer office building. Close to elevator and courthouse. Off-street parking. Share copier, fax, law library, conference room, lunch room; space for two secretaries/legal assistants. Call John Henry (503) 656-0355.
PORTLAND — 1 or 2 offices with secretarial space available. Reasonable rates. Many extras available. Easy client access. Call Susan or Bob at (503) 222-2155.
RIVER/MOUNTAIN VIEW – Well established downtown Portland law firm has furnished offices and secretarial space for lease. Includes receptionist, conference rooms, library, kitchen, copiers, fax, DSL line. Fitness center in building; underground parking available. Very convenient location. For information or viewing call Linda Goodell at (503) 223-4131.
SALEM – Law office at the corner of Liberty and Pine for lease. Twenty-thousand cars go past this law office sign each day. There are three offices upstairs and three offices downstairs and a waiting room. Please call A. Crudo, Esq. at (503) 587-0941 or Frank Crudo, Esq. at 1 – (858) 622-7280.
SALEM – Newly remodeled Historic House with Commercial Street frontage available. Professional offices and suites with lots of extra shared space. Individual offices range $300 - $600 per office per month; $10 an hour for conference room. Victorian furnished reception area with fireplace, new carpet, new lighting fixtures, sophisticated and inviting. For more information call (503) 362-3528 or cell (503) 510-4884.
SALEM – Prime office for lease, 1500 sq ft building on Lancaster Dr. NE. Please contact (503) 399-0712.
TWO PLEASANTLY DECORATED OFFICES IN FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE — John’s Landing, large window offices, approximately 290 and 230 sq ft, to rent either separately or together, with special secretarial space, if needed; outdoor common patio. ISP/LAN, Receptionist, conference room, mail/production room, complete kitchen, if desired. Client parking available. Call Dave or Colleen at (503) 222-4900.
OFFICE SPACE WANTED
PORTLAND OR SALEM OFFICE WANTED — Seeking office arrangement with
significant overflow potential to rebuild practice after 2 year hiatus.
20 years experience, Oregon and Washington. Call Doug (503)810-8212
or e-mail dae@ivwnet.com.
PERSONALS
ARE YOU CONCERNED about an attorney who is drinking and/or using
drugs? We are!!! Call the confidential and anonymous Oregon Attorney
Assistance Program (OAAP) – Mike Long(503)226-1057, ext. 11 or (24 hours)
(503) 341-1555; Shari R. Gregory(503)226-1057, ext. 14 or (24 hours)
(503) 704-9975; Michael Sweeney (503) 226-1057, ext. 12 or (24 hours)
(503) 701-8820; or Meloney Crawford Chadwick (503) 226-1057, ext. 13
or (24 hours) (503) 706-4154. To page, call 1-800-321-OAAP.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE
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Employers who list employment opportunities in the Bulletin represent
that they do not and agree that they will not discriminate in hiring
on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, military status, national
origin, handicap, family status or sexual orientation.
ASSOCIATE – Small AV-rated firm seeks associate with 5+ years experience in state/federal litigation and/or estate planning. Send resume and writing sample to Christy King, 6665 SW Hampton St. Ste 200, Portland OR 97223-8357, or to cking@dubofflaw.com.
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY – Cosgrave Vergeer Kester LLP, a 27 attorney Portland AV firm that has specialized in all types of personal injury litigation, commercial litigation, and insurance coverage opinion/litigation for over 65 years, seeks two associate attorneys with 2-4 years experience to work in the firm’s coverage and business groups. Ideal candidates should have a strong academic background, excellent writing skills, and the ability to work independently. CVK provides a supportive work environment, the chance to advance quickly toward independent client contact, an internal training/mentoring program, and a competitive compensation and benefits package. Please send resumes, transcripts, and a writing sample to Cosgrave Vergeer Kester LLP, 121 SW Morrison Street, Suite 1300, Portland, OR 97204-3193, attn. Thom Brown (for coverage applicants), attn. David Williams (for business applicants).
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY — Neighborhood law office seeks associate. Family law, elder law, some litigation. Minimum of 1 year’s experience or humility and willingness to learn. Salary DOE. Resumes/cover letters to: 543 NE 128th Ave. Portland, Oregon 97230.
BALL JANIK LLP is seeking a full-time associate for its commercial litigation practice. Applicants should have 2 to 4 years of experience in complex commercial litigation, preferably with some experience in construction and real estate disputes. Outstanding written and oral advocacy skills are required. Please send resumes and cover letter (referencing Job #1087) in confidence to Linda S. Jordan, Recruiting Coordinator, Ball Janik LLP, 101 SW Main Street, Suite 1100, Portland, Oregon 97204. No telephone calls, please. Equal Opportunity Employer.
BALL JANIK LLP is seeking a full-time associate to provide support to its Chapter 11 bankruptcy and creditors’ rights practices. Applicants should have 2 to 3 years of experience in creditors’ rights litigation and bankruptcy litigation. Outstanding written and oral advocacy skills are required. Please send resumes and cover letters (referencing Job #1089) in confidence to Linda S. Jordan, Recruiting Coordinator, Ball Janik LLP, 101 SW Main Street, Suite 1100, Portland, Oregon 97204. No telephone calls, please. Equal Opportunity Employer.
BEAVERTON—Small AV-rated firm established in 1977 with attorneys averaging 29 years in practice seeking one to three established attorneys with at least a partial client base who may be interested in joining our growing practice. Compatibility with our business, tax, estate planning, real estate, personal injury, family law and general litigation oriented practice is sought. We have moved from the stress of downtown Portland, are enjoying ourselves and our practice more and invite you to consider joining us. We have a fantastic staff, very attractive offices, free parking, the latest in technology and you will probably take home more of your generated fees than under your current employment. Call or e-mail Jim Case, (503) 641-7222; jcase@case-dusterhoff.com. All inquiries strictly confidential.
CLAIM ATTORNEY — State Farm Insurance Companies is seeking a claims attorney for its Portland Metro Area Claims Operations. Candidates must be admitted to the Oregon Bar. Previous experience required. Responsibilities include providing sound legal research and opinions regarding issues of liability, coverage questions and policy defenses. Must be able to review, interpret and communicate legislation and court decisions affecting claims on a continuous basis. Must also develop and provide training in legal matters to claim management/claim representatives. Ability to utilize computer research tools and provide general assistance by acting as a resource to claims employees in a broad variety of activities requiring formal legal training, background and expertise. The ideal candidate should also possess superior writing skills, a strong teamwork orientation and high ethical work standards. State Farm offers a competitive salary, excellent working environment and complete benefits package. Please refer to job code: 15-214-02 when submitting resumes to: State Farm Insurance Co’s, Human Resources Dept., P.O. Box 11007, Portland, Oregon 97211, Fax: (503) 247-4104. Equal Opportunity Employer
CONSTRUCTION LAW ATTORNEY — Kruse Way/Lake Oswego. Progressive construction, real estate, business, and litigation firm seeks a construction attorney. Career opportunity/partnership track position. Ideal candidate will be admitted in Oregon and have a minimum of three years’ experience in construction contracting, claims, liens, and litigation. Excellent analytical, research, writing, and oral communication skills are required. Preference given to candidates with civil engineering or construction degree and/or experience. High quality cases, clients, mentors, coworkers, and marketing support. We offer a positive, energetic, team-oriented working environment and excellent compensation and benefits including company-paid 12.5% retirement. Send cover letter, resume, and writing sample in confidence to Bev Davis, Jordan Schrader PC, P.O. Box 230669, Portland, Oregon 97281, or e-mail to bev.davis@jordanschrader.com.
DO YOU WANT SOME SUPPORT for your quest towards job satisfaction? Join our confidential support group for Lawyers in Transition. Call the Oregon Attorney Assistance Program (OAAP) - Mike Long (503) 226-1057, ext. 11 or (24 hours) (503) 341-1555; Shari R. Gregory (503) 226-1057, ext. 14 or (24 hours) (503) 704-9975; Michael Sweeney (503)226-1057, ext. 12 or (24 hours) (503)7 01-8820; or Meloney Crawford Chadwick (503) 226-1057, ext. 13 or (24 hours) (503) 706-4154. To page, call 1-800-321 OAAP.
EMPLOYMENT ATTORNEY — Large AV-rated Eugene business law firm invites applications from established attorneys who are interested in joining our Employment Law Practice Group. Applicants should have at least three years of experience in complex employment matters. The successful candidate will be highly motivated, have a demonstrated commitment to developing a successful practice and possess excellent legal, technical and interpersonal skills. We are a 25 lawyer firm with a sophisticated business practice and an emphasis on teamwork, interdisciplinary cooperation and exceptional client service. Partnership, of counsel and other arrangements will be considered. Please send your resume, with references, to Andrew G. Lewis, Hiring Partner, Hershner, Hunter, Andrews, Neill & Smith, LLP, 180 E. 11th Avenue, Eugene, Oregon 97401.
EMPLOYMENT ATTORNEY - The Portland office of White & Lee LLP is seeking an employment attorney to complement our transactional practice. Applicants must have experience in consulting and litigation and have a strong academic background. We are willing to discuss either an of counsel, associate or non-equity partner status or an office sharing arrangement. Please contact William H. Caffee at 805 SW Broadway, Suite 2440, Portland, Oregon 97205 or by phone at (503) 419-3000. All inquiries will be kept confidential.
EMPLOYMENT/LABOR/LITIGATION ATTORNEY — An established and rapidly expanding AV rated boutique labor and employment firm representing management is seeking a contract attorney or associate with 3 or more years experience in its practice area. The ideal candidate must be entrepreneurial, creative, energetic and committed to providing clients with the highest quality legal service. The firm culture provides a friendly and team-oriented approach to its practice and devotes attention to providing attorneys with a quality of life while offering outstanding performance incentives, including business development opportunities and support. Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience, including an outstanding employer-paid retirement plan. Replies will remain strictly confidential. Reply to: Williams, Zografos & Peck, P.C., 334 Third Street, Lake Oswego 97034
ESTABLISHED 4 ATTORNEY MEDFORD FIRM with strong client base seeks attorney with a minimum of 2 years experience. Firm practice areas include real estate development, commercial transactions and litigation, and estate planning. Friendly atmosphere and attractive offices. Great opportunity for motivated individual. Send resume and cover letter to: Hiring Coordinator, 502 West Main Street, Suite 102, Medford, Oregon 97501.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR — The State of Oregon’s Public Defense Services Commission is seeking an executive with demonstrated leadership and management skills to serve as the Chief Executive and Financial Officer of the Office of Public Defense Services. The Executive Director ensures the provision of competent and cost-effective legal representation in state court proceedings where mandated by the federal and state constitutions and state law for persons who are financially eligible. Visit www.opd.state.or.us for the complete job description and application materials. The application deadline is September 23, 2002.
IS THAT ALL THERE IS? Are you successful, but not satisfied? Join our confidential support group for Lawyers in Transition. Call the Oregon Attorney Assistance Program (OAAP) - Mike Long (503) 226-1057, ext. 11 or (24 hours) (503) 341-1555; Shari R. Gregory (503) 226-1057, ext. 14 or (24 hours) (503) 704-9975; Michael Sweeney (503)226-1057, ext. 12 or (24 hours) (503)701-8820; or Meloney Crawford Chadwick (503) 226-1057, ext. 13 or (24 hours) (503) 706-4154. To page, call 1-800-321 OAAP.
IN-HOUSE LITIGATION OFFICE of major national insurer seeks contract attorney for first chair litigation responsibility. Excellent potential for regular employee status. Some jury trial experience required. Washington State Bar admission a plus. Outstanding benefits. Equal Opportunity Employer – minority applications welcomed and encouraged. Please respond to the Oregon State Bar, Attn: Blind Ad I-11; PO Box 1689, Lake Oswego, OR 97035.
KING COUNTY — Public Defender - $95,191 -$120,072 (2002 Rate). King County Department of Community and Human Services in Seattle, WA is seeking an experienced criminal justice attorney to manage the Office of Public Defender. Provide indigent defense services for over 50,000 clients in the most effective manner possible while ensuring that constitutional rights are protected. Develop and implement policies, standards and guidelines for public defender operations; Plan, develop and implement a multi-million-dollar budget for the Office of Public Defender including contracts in excess of $28 million with public defender agencies; Work collaboratively with other criminal justice agencies and County departments to improve local service provision and management Must either be a licensed attorney in the State of Washington or capable of being licensed in the State of Washington. Must have experience in public defense management. Detailed description and application packet available from tom.olson@metrokc.gov or call 206-205-6337. King County prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disabled veteran status, Vietnam Era Veteran status, or disability status.
LITIGATION ATTORNEY — Job ID 2320 — Strong, Friendly and Growing. . . These are just a few of the qualities that have made American Family Insurance one of the nation’s top-rated insurance companies. Currently, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join us in the following position at our Portland office, near Tigard. The successful candidate will be an active litigator involved in all aspects of insurance defense through discovery, trial, and appeal. Qualified candidates must have at least three years of civil litigation experience and be licensed to practice law in Oregon; dual licensing for Washington is a plus. This position offers the right candidate the opportunity to practice defense litigation in a team oriented setting, coupled with the benefits and opportunities provided by a strong corporation. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits package. Please apply on-line at: www. amfam.com through our Career link to Job ID 2320. If you are unable to apply online, please submit a resume (with Job ID 2320 listed on the cover letter), on plain white paper, using standard types and fonts, no bold or italic print to: American Family Insurance, Attn: Job ID 2320, Resume Processing Center, P.O. Box 3600, Nogales, AZ 85628-3600. Equal Opportunity Employer
LSAT INSTRUCTOR, $25-$70/hr. PowerScore is looking for talented, dynamic individuals to teach Portland LSAT courses, 8-12 hours per week. Must have scored in 99th percentile on LSAT, no exceptions. Apply online www.powerscore.com/instructor.htm.
MANAGING ATTORNEY: OLC, a nonprofit law firm serving low-income clients, seeks a managing attorney for its Ontario office. Candidates must have strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team. Prefer Spanish proficiency and prior experience representing farm workers. Management and litigation experience a plus. Send letter of application and resume to David Thornburgh, 813 SW Alder #500, Portland OR 97205. Open until filled.
MINZEL & ASSOCIATES, INC. is a temporary and permanent placement agency for legal professionals. We are looking for quality attorneys, paralegals, and legal support professionals (secretaries, word processors, document coders, file clerks, receptionists, etc.) who are willing to work on a contract and/or permanent basis for law firms, corporations, solo practitioners, and government agencies in the Portland area. If you are interested, please e-mail your resume to us as a Word attachment. We will then follow up and contact you. We look forward to working with you. Email: Mail@Minzel.com Tel.: (503) 222-1884.
NATIONAL LITIGATION position available with primary emphasis on product liability and medical malpractice. Plaintiff’s practice. Must have significant litigation experience and excellent research and writing skills. Very competitive salary and benefits package. Please submit resume and writing sample to Lawrence Baron and Gregory Zeuthen at 1515 SW Fifth Ave, Suite 808, Portland Oregon 97201.
PORTLAND – Well established mid-size full service AV rated law firm seeks established attorney or merger with small firm with business, real estate, tax, commercial or compatible practice. Please respond with letter of interest and general description of your firm and practice to the Oregon State Bar, Attn: Blind Ad L-14, PO Box 1689, Lake Oswego, OR 97035.
SAMUELS YOELIN KANTOR SEYMOUR & SPINRAD LLP, a Portland AV-rated firm established in 1927, is interested is discussing opportunities with established attorneys who may be interested in joining our growing firm. Candidates should have practices which are complementary to our business, estate planning, tax, real estate, construction and litigation practice. The firm offers growth opportunities, a friendly working environment, and an excellent river-front location. Partnership, of counsel or other arrangements would be considered. Please contact Michael D. Walker at 4640 SW Macadam Avenue, Suite 200, Portland, OR 97201, (503) 226-2966. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential.
SUSSMAN SHANK LLP seeks applications from experienced commercial litigation attorneys who desire to become contributing participants in the continued growth of a dynamic litigation practice. Applicants should have at least 4 year’s experience in commercial litigation. Construction, environmental or employment litigation desired. Admission to practice in Oregon is required. Admission in Washington is a plus. Competitive compensation and benefits. Please send letter of application and resume to: Administrator; Sussman Shank LLP; 1000 SW Broadway, Ste. 1400; Portland, OR 97205.
REGIONAL CRIMINAL DEFENSE FIRM seeks associate attorney for criminal defense/PCR. Resumes to Rader, Stoddard & Perez, P.C., 381 West Idaho Ave., Ontario, Oregon 97914; phone: (541) 889-2351, fax: (541) 889-6672. EOE
RISK MANAGEMENT ATTORNEY — Geonerco, Inc., a privately held single family home building company seeks an attorney to join our three person legal department in our Seattle corporate office. Under the direction of our in house Corporate Counsel, the successful candidate will analyze, formulate, and manage the company’s legal position in the areas of product liability, general liability, risk management, and subcontractor agreements as those areas relate to the construction of single family homes and associated property development matters. Interested candidates must have a license to practice law in either WA, OR, CA, CO, or UT, a minimum of two years of practical experience in product liability or risk management matters, and superb verbal communication and writing skills. This position requires occasional air travel to our home building companies in the western United States and proficiency with Microsoft Office 2000 applications. Send resume and cover letter in confidence to Geonerco, Inc., Attn: HR-Attorney, 1300 Dexter Avenue North, Suite 500, Seattle, WA 98109.
SMALL AV FIRM in Seattle, Washington that specializes in representing plaintiffs in construction defect claims seeks attorney with at least 4 years experience. Strong Academic Background and Superior Writing Skills. Please fax resume to Levin & Stein at (206) 521-8614.
SPRINGFIELD/EUGENE AREA — AV rated small firm with attorneys averaging 20+ years of practice seeking an associate with 3-5 years of significant general civil litigation, business, estate planning, family or governmental expertise; or portable practice. Competitive Salary, Benefits, EEO. The firm encourages collegial and friendly work environment. Please send your resume in confidence or contact Tim Harold, Harold, Leahy & Kieran, 223 A Street, Suite D, Springfield, Oregon 97477, (541) 746-9621. All inquiries confidential.
THE CENTRAL AND EAST EUROPEAN LAW INITIATIVE (CEELI), a public service project of the ABA, is seeking attorneys with 5+ years experience to develop, coordinate, and implement legal reform projects in Central and Eastern Europe and the NIS. Positions of various lengths available throughout region to work with local judiciaries, bar associations, attorneys, and legislative drafting committees on criminal, environmental, commercial, gender issues or civil law reform. Participants receive generous support package. E-mail Oscar at ceeli@abanet.org for application/information.
WELL-ESTABLISHED EASTSIDE LAW FIRM seeking associate/partner with minimum of 2 years experience (503) 256-0780; fax (503) 252-5433.
WORKERS’ COMPENSATION ATTORNEY – VavRosky MacColl Olson, P.C. is seeking an associate with experience in Oregon workers’ compensation matters. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are a necessity. Please reply with your resume to VavRosky MacColl Olson, P.C., 1 SW Columbia, Suite 555, Portland OR 97258. All inquiries will be kept in strict confidence.
YAMHILL COUNTY LAW OFFICE seeking entry-level or experienced attorney with practice interest in Criminal Law, Bankruptcy and/or Domestic Relations. Send resume to Gray & Mercer, P.C., 404 E. First Street, Newberg OR 97132.
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, P.O. Box 1689, Lake Oswego, OR 97035-0889, Attn: Box _____. 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 thrown away.
POSITIONS WANTED
A GOOD THING JUST GOT BETTER! Since 1990, Oregon Women Lawyers has
maintained a list of lawyers who can assist with legal research, trial
and document preparation, litigation support and more. We still have
our list, but we have updated our system to make it even easier to hire
contract lawyers. Hiring lawyers can now have jobs or projects posted
to the Contract Lawyers List Serve. Contract lawyers can then respond
directly to the hiring lawyer, saving time and money. Need some help?
Need a vacation? Let us help. For information regarding our Contract
Lawyer Service, Call Norma Freitas at (503) 636-4774 or by e-mail at
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PRACTICES FOR SALE
LAW PRACTICE FOR SALE IN OREGON CITY —Attorney active since 1958.
Established lucrative solo practice in 1967. Office suite in Professional
Building. Specializes in Personal Injury and Disability, some Family
Law, and Probate. Transition or merger negotiable. Financing available.
Professional Practice Specialists, Inc. (503) 645-7590.
SUCCESSFUL SOLO PRACTICE – Turnkey operation. Located in nice small but rapidly growing town short driving distance from Portland. Low overhead, office, first class furnishings, copier, printer, phones and operation software if wanted. Please respond to the Oregon State Bar, Attn: Blind Ad K-13; PO Box 1689, Lake Oswego, OR 97035.
RECREATIONAL RENTALS
BLACK BUTTE – 3 bedroom, 3 bath, den, sleeps 10, BBQ, cable, VCR,
stereo, bikes, lava rock fireplace, partial mountain view, 1.4 acre
(503) 646-1278.
BLACK BUTTE — Four bedroom, two bath, bikes, cable TV; located on 14th hole, 217 Glacier Lily, call (503) 566-8515.
BLACK BUTTE — Very near Glaze Meadow pool and tennis courts. 3 bedroom; sleeps 7. Fully equipped, includes cable, garage, Jenn-Aire, fireplace, and other amenities. (503) 588-9192 or 588-5670. DCCA#111
BLACK BUTTE HOME — 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, sleeps 11, cable, fireplace, big deck; near pools, tennis. DCCA #384. Call (503) 286-4586.
BLACK BUTTE RANCH – Immaculate 3 bedroom luxury home on Big Meadow Golf Course. View at 10kvacationrentals.com/schmid or call (503) 245-5504.
BLACK BUTTE RANCH – Newly finished remodel leaves open rental weeks this summer! Beautiful custom home, 6 BR, 4.5 BA. Sleeps 12 – 14. 4000 sq ft + poolroom. Large kitchen, 2 family rooms, 3 fireplaces, 3 cable TV, great decks. Near Paulina pool & tennis court. Available July, August, and September. No smoking/no pets. Call (503) 655-0754.
CABO SAN LUCAS — Luxurious 1 BR waterfront condo, private balconies overlook water; completely furnished, pool & restaurant on premises. Prime location; $100/night (503) 393-5059; e-mail taisto@webtv.net.
CANCUN — @ $199 + tax 8 days/7 nights. 2x1 meals, tour discounts and more at www. entertainment-plus.net. E-mail us for complete details.
CANNON BEACH — All the comforts of home: 3 BR, 2 BA, sleeps 8; 2 night minimum, $100/night, $700/week; mid-week special: $75/nt (Sun nt - Thurs nt) (503) 230-8092.
CANNON BEACH — Renew your spirit in this beautiful retreat getaway. Great Rates! Gift certif avail. Home has all amenities, w/. Large deck & hot tub. Pet/smoke free, sleeps up to 12. Can rent upstairs only or both up & down. Upstairs sleeps 8 w/3 bdrms, 1.5 bath. Downstairs sleeps 4 w/1 bdrm, 1 bath, fam rm. 1 block to beach w/easy access (503) 436-2266.
INN OF THE 7TH MTN — Ponderosa Condo: 1 BR , 2 BA, color TV, fireplace; sleeps 5. Cozy & comfortable. Beautiful view. $500/wk; $95/night Th-Sat; $80/night Sun-Wed. Call (541) 302-9527. DCCA #312.
KONA, HAWAII — Lovely oceanfront condo. MBR plus loft BR, vaulted ceilings, great view. Tennis, lovely oceanside pool, walk to town (503) 675-6220.
LAKEFRONT CABIN – FLORENCE – 4 bedroom, 1.5 bath; fishing, swimming, rowboat, canoe, sand dunes; large deck, Non-smoking, no pets. $100-$125/night, (541) 440-0428, hsjj@ internetcds.com.
LINCOLN CITY/CASCADE HEAD RANCH — Spectacular view of Salmon River estuary and ocean. Hiking, fishing, and summer swimming in protected pool. Golf nearby. Two-night minimum (July-Aug one-week minimum). $85/night. (503) 245-5946.
LINCOLN CITY ROADS END ocean front home. Great beach front yard, next to beach access. 2+ bedrooms, 2 baths sleeps 6. No smoking, no pets. $150 per night, $60 cleaning fee (503) 579-1022.
LINCOLN CITY (ROADS END) —Beach house, 2 bedroom, sleeps 4-6. Fantastic ocean view, 300 ft. to beach; fireplace, cable TV, VCR, kitchen (503) 466-0515. No smoking/no pets. $160 for 2 nights, $475/wk.
LINCOLN CITY/SALISHAN — Quality home on water (spit), exclusive, spectacular views; modern, fireplace, microwave, dishwasher, indoor grill; beach, boating, crabbing, golfing (503) 472-1145, www. LincolnCityVacationRentals. com
MAKENA SURF - MAUI — New, large, luxury 2BR, 2 Bath condo on beautiful sandy beach. All appliances, wet bar. Jim, (503) 228-9468, or 292-5921.
MANZANITA modern home, short walk to beach and downtown, quiet, restful, barbecue, woodstove, cable TV, call Tracey at (503) 355 0733.
MANZANITA — Spacious home; with ocean, golf course and Neahkahnie Mountain views. Call Barbara (503) 312-5665 for more info; no smoking/pets.
MOLOKAI, HAWAII – Spacious 1 bedroom, 2 bath condo, screened in wrap around lanai on 18th fairway, just steps to white sandy beach, enjoy unspoiled Hawaii. $550 per week, (541) 484-0110.
MT. HOOD CABIN, Rhododendron area, knotty pine, on Zig Zag River; 2 BR, fireplace. $150/night (503) 228-9858.
MT. HOOD LOG CABIN– Fully restored. Scenic creekside setting. Hot tub, modern kitchen. 3 BR, 2 BA, sleeps 6-8. No smoking/pets. (503) 698-7048 or visit www. minikandalogcabin.com.
NEDONNA BEACH — Luxury beachfront home, four bedrooms, three baths. Two miles from Rockaway Beach. $150/night, $50 cleaning fee per stay. No smoking, no pets, eight persons and three vehicles maximum, six night minimum in summer, two nights in off-season (503) 281-2469.
NESKOWIN OCEANFRONT CONDO – Cozy 2 BR 2 bath, sleeps 4, just remodeled, custom decor; great view. No pets (503) 675-6220.
OCEANSIDE—Beach house on cliffside, overlooking ocean and Netarts Bay. Fireplace, spa tub, washer/dryer, and gourmet kitchen. Three baths, sleeps six; $250 weekend; $60/night on weekdays; $500 entire week (503) 478-1280, (503) 478-1291.
PACIFIC CITY BEACH FRONT HOME – four bedrooms, loft, 3 baths. Clean, cozy, remodeled. Reasonable rates. Pets discouraged. (503) 222-1162, Ivan Zackheim.
PALM DESERT condo – sleeps 4, Desert Falls. Monthly, $3,000 (503) 297-9676. No smoking, no pets.
SEASIDE beach cottage, sleeps 6, close to beach. No pets, no smoking. Weekly $1,250 (503) 297-9676.
SEASIDE – New immaculate home. Sleeps 10+; 5 BR, 3 BA, 2 jetted tubs; perfect for family or business retreat. 1 block off beach; pet/smoke free. Great room with games. $220-$375/night. (503) 738-7367. For 1 to 6 BR: www. RogersInn.com.
SUNRIVER — 3 BR, 2 BA, custom home. Lovely, bright, clean and spacious with oak throughout, quality furnishings and wonderful amenities. Large, private deck, BBQ, bikes, TVs/VCRs. Serene location near Deschutes River. No pets/smoking. Sleeps 2-10 comfortably (503) 362-2244 eves.
SUNRIVER — 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath + loft, hot tub, new home with private deck, fireplace, king beds, 6 bikes, cable TVs, 2 VCRs, Nintendo, well stocked kitchen, lots of extras and great, quiet location near South Golf Course and mall. A great house for your winter ski weekend or summer vacation week. $119/$139 (503) 292-1339.
SUNRIVER – 4 BR, 2.5 BA, sleeps 10. Hot tub, pool table, golf course view, canoe, bikes. No smoking/pets. $195-$225/night (541) 276-1865. (DCCA 129)
SUNRIVER - Central Oregon’s ultimate vacation destination! SUNSET REALTY offers over 260 vacation home & condo rentals at the best rates around—studios start at $72/night. From rustic to luxurious accommodations, we have it all. Call (800) 541-1756 for a free brochure or visit us online at www.sr-sunset.com. Experience first hand why 'Service Sets Us Apart!'
SUNRIVER — Custom built home, lt. open floor plan, 3 bdrm + loft, 2.5 bath, hot tub, wet bar, many extras. Close to mall; No smoking/pets. $155-$175/per night + cleaning (541) 276-0867; DCCA 471.
SUNRIVER — Immaculate 3 BR, 2 BA, home with deluxe hot tub & all amenities. Very light & bright; sleeps six. No smoking/pets. Reasonable rates (503)236-6987; DCCA #453.
SUNRIVER — Spacious new custom built home w/ Mt. Bachelor view, near N. golf course. 4 BR - 2 master suites, large hot tub, bikes, light & spacious, huge decks, A/C, gas BBQ, well equipped. No smoking/pets (503) 628-1939. DCCA #593
SUNRIVER – Very nice 3 BR 2 BA home, hot tub, 6 new bikes, 2 TVs, 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.
SUNRIVER — Warm, cozy, 2 bedroom, 1 bath Ranch Cabin - fireplace, VCR, microwave, bikes, washer/dryer, fully furnished, sleeps 6, $95.00 night, includes cleaning. 4 nights for $190.00, Sept. 7 - Dec. 3. (541) 770-6720 or (541) 488-2489.
SUNRIVER HIDEAWAY – Cozy 1 BR lodge-style with vaulted ceilings. Newly remodeled and redecorated. Quiet location on golf course between lodge and mall (503) 675-6220.
SUNRIVER HOME — 4 BR/2 BA, loft, hot tub, decks, TV/VCR, bikes, stone fireplace, W/D, garage, 2300 sq ft, well equipped, secluded, near mall. Call for seasonal rates: (503) 654-8166 eves, (503) 692-3770 days.
SUNRIVER HOUSE — Cozy two-bedroom Sunriver home, two baths, fireplace, washer/dryer, fully equipped; $110/night (541) 386-4281.
SUNRIVER HOUSE – Sit on the deck and watch the deer walk by. 4 BR/3BA, hot tub, newly remodeled. Near Woodlands Course and Deschutes River (just off Circle 6). Call Bill Gibson (503) 659-6187 (days), (360) 835-7136 (eves). e-mail bgibson@cnnw.net & ask for photos of house.
SUNRIVER - NEAR RIVER— 3 Bdrm, 2 bath, sleeps 8. All amenities. Tile, A/C, big kitchen; sunken LR; dining room, hot tub, bikes. No pets/smoking 800-544-0300; From $110.
SUNRIVER—SUNRAY VACATION RENTALS - Choose from over 150 Homes or Condos with hot tubs. Pets OK in some homes. Call: 1-800-531-1130.
WAILEA, KIHEI, MAUI – Beautiful ocean view, 1 BR 2 BA condos, all amenities, pool/jacuzzi, sleeps 2-4 people. Competitive rates, attorney discounts (503) 291-1423, e-mail cryslcond@aol.com.
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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 $2500. Call George Kelly, Portland, (503)248-0901; Eugene, (541) 343-1884.
CONTRACT ATTORNEY Excellent credentials, top-quality work. Quick study. Excellent writer, good judgment. PLF, national LexisNexis. Flexible rates, quick turnaround available. Small projects welcome. Scot Woods-Eliot, (503) 233-8023, scotwe@europa.com.
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ETHICS ADVICE – Stephen R. Moore – Practicing since 1974. Chairperson, OSB Legal Ethics Committee, 1985, and present member. Adjunct professor of legal ethics at NW School of Law 1979-1998. Co-author 'Oregon Rules of Professional Responsibility Annotated.' General advice, disciplinary defense, expert testimony, etc. 8 N. State Street, #301, Lake Oswego, Oregon (503) 635-3546.
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.
EXAMINATION OF QUESTIONED DOCUMENTS — Forgery Detection: signature, handwriting & number & typewritten comparison. Equipment can make all the difference. Alteration/obliteration detection through infrared/ultraviolet examination. Indented writing recovery. Full photographic lab. Board Certified & Court Qualified. Marie D. Lake, M.S., CDE, (888) 314-3600 or (503) 224-6557.
FORGERY DETECTION/HANDWRITING IDENTIFICATION – Forensic Document Analysis; Consultations; Reports documenting findings & conclusions. Expert Testimony - Court-Qualified since 1973. Dorothy Lehman, (503) 654-7156.
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INSURANCE COVERAGE ISSUES —Available for consultation regarding insurance coverage disputes - including claim denials for auto, property, liability, health, life, disability and ERISA policies. Michael J. Knapp (503)227-4558.
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LEGAL ETHICS DEFENSE: ETHICS ADVICE & OPINIONS — Christopher
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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
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by the Bar, New Lawyers Division and others. He may be contacted at
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Christopher R. Hardman, (503) 916-1787, or Fax 503-916-1789;
909 SW St. Clair, Portland, OR 97205.
LEGAL NURSE CONSULTANT – Medical records collection, review, summary, advice concerning case merit, and help with case management. Nick Mason RN, MSN, ARNP, LNC. $40/hour. Call (360) 539-1152 or e-mail nick.mason@ verizon.net.
LEGAL SECRETARY, 18 years, impeccable documents, billing, fast, notary. Sandra, (503) 643-1108.
LITIGATION ASSISTANCE. Stanford Law Grad will prepare top-quality research, case analyses, motions, briefs, depositions, trial preparation for you. Extensive experience, including in PI, Business, Construction, Real Estate Litigation and Computer and IP. Competitive rate. Will Goldstein. (503) 335-1406, (503) 241-7620.
LUMP SUMS CASH PAID For seller-financed real estate notes & contracts, divorce notes, business notes, structured settlements, lottery winnings. Since 1992. www.cascadefunding.com, Cascade Funding, Inc. 1 (800) 476-9644.
MEDICAL CONSULTATION — Expert review of all medical/personal injury and HMO cases. Board Certified Internist, $80/hr. Phone to discuss - Stephen L. Kimberley, M.D. (541)342-6298; e-mail skimberley@ worldnet.att.net.
MEDICAL LEGAL - Certified LNC: RN with 30+ years nursing experience to review medical records for merit; literature searches; expert witnesses; IME’s. Veritas LNC (541) 944-7236.
MEDICAL-LEGAL CONSULTANT —Michael S. Lewis, M.D., Board Certified, Pulmonary Disease, Internal Medicine, chart review and interpretation. Literature search and analysis. (503)288-5201.
MEET YOUR CHILD ABUSE REPORTING CLE requirement with our one-hour audiotape or CD plus written materials. The information was prepared by the Stoel Rives LLP Professional Responsibility Practice Group, Peter Jarvis and Mark Fucile, co-chairs. Send $20 check w/CD or tape preference to Darise Holland or Janice Myev, Stoel Rives LLP, 900 SW 5th Ave., Suite 2600, Portland, OR, 97204.
OMEGA SERVICES – Life expectancy Consulting: Estimates using actuarial techniques and modern (2001) mortality tables; expert testimony related to risk assessment analysis and underwriting techniques useful in wrongful death suits; interpretation of clinical literature survivorship statistics to actuarial life expectancies. Areas of expertise include gerontology, actuarial forecasting, and longevity risk assessment. Case studies are available upon request. Please contact a.hart@mindspring.com for further information, or phone 254-631-0331.
QUALIFIED DOMESTIC RELATIONS ORDERS — Experienced retirement plans attorney specializes in QDROs. Call Paula Hammond at (503) 421-3839 or (503) 244-6656.
REAL ESTATE BROKER – 25 years of experience! Buy, sell or tax deferred exchanges. I get results for attorney referred clients. (503) 788-7117, Ron Hackenberg, John L. Scott Real Estate. E-mail: ronh@johnscott.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.
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WILL SEARCHES
LOOKING FOR will and attorney handling Frank & Ollie Connorton’s
estate from his death on 10/21/01. Please contact David Connorton, 21
Marian Ct #6, San Rafael CA 94901; cell (415) 713-3275.
NIKOLAS HARTSHORNE – Anyone with knowledge of the will of Nikolas Hartshorne, DOB 9/14/63, residing in Portland, contact Adrienne Sparrow, (503) 784-6017 or e-mail sparrowsue@hotmail.com.
SEARCHING for WILL for Marion J. Lashbaugh. Last know address: Burns/Bend area; DOB 10/13/31. Contact Joseph W. Maylie, 7959 S.E. Foster Road, Portland, Oregon 97206; telephone number (503) 771-7929.
SEARCHING FOR WILL of John R. or John Russsell Blum of Portland, Ore. DOB: 7/11/1950. Contact James E. Redman, Attorney, (503) 659-5335.
SEARCHING FOR THE WILL of Lois V. Wood of Portland, OR updated in late 1993 or in 1994. Please contact Ms. C. Wood (503) 679.9597
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