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 Crawford Chadwick, ext. 13; or Douglas Querin, ext. 12.

ASHLAND, OREGON law firm seeks attorney specializing in estate planning and taxation. Minimum 2 years experience required, LLM in taxation helpful. Desired candidate must possess excellent analytical and writing skills, an affinity for teamwork, and an appreciation of the Southern Oregon quality of life. Please send a cover letter and resume to Jennifer A. Bridges at Davis, Hearn, Saladoff & Bridges, P.C., by email at jbridges@davishearn.com; or by mail at 515 E. Main Street, Ashland, Oregon 97520.

ASSISTING LAWYERS In Their Legal Careers for more than 20 years. Northwest Legal Search, Inc., an executive search firm devoted exclusively to lawyer placement and established in 1987, is seeking outstanding associates and partners for opportunities assigned to us by the Northwest's leading law firms and corporations. If you have strong academic credentials and a focused career progression, we can assist in your future. Contact Linda Green Pierce for a confidential discussion. (503) 296-9500 See our newly refreshed web site: www.nwlegalsearch.com for job opportunities. Sign up for our newsletter to receive interviewing techniques and market information. Email: linda@nwlegalsearch.com.

ASSOCIATE – Personal Injury firm looking for outstanding and trustworthy associate attorney with at least three years personal injury experience. Must be self-starter with strong work ethic.  Oregon Bar required. Competitive salary, bonus and benefits. Please send resume to ericsteinbe@gmail.com.  Inquiries held in strict confidence.

ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY – Small Portland firm seeks senior associate. Prefer 6+ years experience in business transactions and some business litigation. Firm has 2 partners with diverse litigation and business practice. Great opportunity for motivated, hard-working attorney. Some client base preferred. Competitive salary and benefits, positive work environment. Send resume to: Powers, McCulloch & Bennett, LLP, 1300 SW Fifth Avenue, Suite 1720, Portland, Oregon 97201; or email to srb@pmblaw.com.

ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY with transactional experience (real estate preferred) – Harrang Long Gary Rudnick PC seeks an associate attorney with two or more years of experience to join its active and expanding practice working with public and private sector clients on real estate transactions. Experience in real estate law preferred. Competitive salary and benefits. Send resume and cover letter by mail or email (jackie.wilkes@harrang.com) to Jackie Wilkes, Hiring Assistant, 1001 SW 5th Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97204. Inquiries will be held in strict confidence. For further information about the opening, please contact Bob Steringer at (503) 242-0000. Harrang Long is an equal opportunity employer.

ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY, PORTLAND – Well-established small downtown Portland firm is seeking an Associate Attorney with an LLM in Taxation.  Our growing practice includes tax, corporate, estate planning/administration and mergers and acquisitions. Ideal candidate will possess professionalism, extreme attention to detail and the ability to multi-task. Also must possess a commitment to high quality client service and the ability to interact with sophisticated clientele. We offer a competitive compensation/benefits package and team environment. Please submit cover letter and resume to the Oregon State Bar, Attn: Blind Ad F-12; PO Box 231935, Tigard, OR 97281.

ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY POSITIONS Available, Portland – Experienced: A minimum of 3-5 years of Oregon Worker' Compensation experience required. Longshore and/or Washington Workers' Compensation experience would be beneficial.  Entry Level: Someone excited to learn the specialized practice of Worker's Compensation and/or Longshore defense.  We are a small downtown firm and pride ourselves on providing a congenial atmosphere and excellent benefits. All inquiries are strictly confidential. Reply to VavRosky MacColl, P.C., One Southwest Columbia, Suite 555, Portland, OR 97258.

ASSOCIATE ATTORNEYS – EUGENE & PORTLAND – Harrang Long Gary Rudnick PC seeks associate attorneys with experience in counseling employers on employment and labor-related matters to fill two positions –one in its Eugene office and one in its Portland office. Both positions require 3+ years’ experience. Public sector experience is preferred for the position in Eugene and additional background in general business, transactional and/or real estate law is preferred for the position in Portland. All candidates must have an eye for detail; excellent research, writing, and problem-solving skills; an entrepreneurial spirit and a commitment to excellent client service in a team environment. Competitive salary and benefits. Send resume and cover letter by mail or email (jackie.wilkes@harrang.com) to Jackie Wilkes, Hiring Assistant, 1001 SW 5th Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97204. Inquiries will be held in strict confidence. EOE.

ASSOCIATE – REAL ESTATE AND BUSINESS – Mid-sized firm in downtown Portland seeks an associate with 5-6 years experience and established clientele in real estate and business transactions. Ideal candidate will have exceptional writing and analytical skills, history of top law school academic credentials and an entrepreneurial approach to the practice. Admission to Oregon Bar required; WA Bar preferred. Cosgrave Vergeer Kester is a diverse group united by a commitment to excellence, both professionally and personally. Compensation includes competitive salary, bonus and full package of benefits. Please send resume, transcripts and writing sample to Cosgrave Vergeer Kester LLP, Attn: Gloria Martin, 805 SW Broadway, 8th Floor, Portland, OR 97205, e-mail gmartin@cvk-law.com or fax 503 323 9019. All inquiries will be held in confidence.

ATTORNEY – AV rated firm in Portland Metropolitan area seeks Washington/Oregon Bar Member with 3-5 years experience. Willingness to seek admission through bar exam passage or reciprocity in other state required. Experience in construction litigation and/or creditor's rights helpful, but not necessary. Strong academic credentials and writing skills required. Salary depending on exp. plus benefit package. Send cover letter and resume to: Scott Hookland LLP, P.O. Box 23414, Tigard, Oregon 97281, Attn: Lisa.

ATTORNEY LITIGATOR WANTED for Portland, Oregon office of multi-state law firm representing plaintiffs in complex construction defect litigation. Minimum 3 years of litigation experience and strong academic background required. Please send CV to Rlevin62@aol.com.

AV-RATED FIRM, LOCATED IN WINE COUNTRY, with a growing multi-state defense litigation practice, seeks an associate or recent graduate with some courtroom or prior law office experience and a competitive personality. We focus on insurance defense (workers’ compensation), administrative (OSHA/safety) law, and representation of employers and employment law. Our associates quickly develop hands on experience working closely with senior attorneys. Cover letter, resume, transcript and writing sample are requested to apply. Excellent compensation and benefits package. Send to Reuel Fish, Cummins Goodman etal, PC, 100 S College Street, Newberg, OR 97132. Email: rkf@cumminsgoodman.com.

BUSINESS ATTORNEY, Bend – Established law firm in Bend is looking to hire an experienced business, real estate and estate planning attorney. Five to 10 years transactional experience preferred. Possible lateral partnership opportunity. We offer a collegial work environment, and are dedicated to providing the highest quality services to our clients. Please respond to Martin Hansen, Francis, Hansen & Martin, 1148 NW Hill Street, Bend, OR 97701 or meh@francishansen.com.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT LAW CENTER – DIRECTOR – Legal Aid Services of Oregon, a non-profit law firm, seeks a Director for the Community Development Law Center program. CDLC provides high quality legal services to tax-exempt corporations that serve low-income communities, including non-profits that develop and operate affordable housing; organizations that undertake community economic development projects; and organizations that provide education, healthcare and social services. In addition, CDLC teaches a Community Development Law Practicum in collaboration with Lewis & Clark Law School. The Director leads the office, supervises staff, and is responsible for client development, personnel and financial management, resource development and compliance with federal, state and local laws. The Director also provides leadership to non-profits through participation in industry networks, collaboration with community partners and development of resources to address the legal needs of non-profits serving low-income Oregonians. Min.10 years exp. working with /providing leadership to non-profit organizations. Exp. supervising staff. Strong oral and written communication skills, word processing and spreadsheet applications. J.D., OSB membership, exp. representing non-profit orgs, or exp. in affordable housing preferred.Salary DOE, full benefit package, law school loan repayment plan. Submit resume, references and letter of interest to: Suzannah Newman, Assist. Director of Administration, LASO, 921 SW Washington, Suite 570, Portland, OR 97205. Fax: (503) 417-0147 Open until filled. EOE.

DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY – The Douglas County DA’s Office has an opening for a Deputy District Attorney I. Essential functions of the job are to prosecute serious criminal cases, review police reports and make filing decisions, and prepare for and appear in circuit and justice court for motions, trials, sentencings, hearings, arraignments, etc. To qualify, you must be a member of the Oregon State Bar and be a person of the highest integrity. Salary is $3,836.00 - $5,063.00. Excellent benefits provided. If you are interested, submit a completed Douglas County employment application. The application form and the job description are available at http://www.co.douglas.or.us. If you have further questions contact llthomps@co.douglas.or.us. Close Date: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

EMPLOYMENT LAW LITIGATOR – Well established mid-sized firm in downtown Portland seeks an employment law trial attorney with minimum 4 to 6 years practicing exclusively in employment litigation. Opportunity includes both plaintiff and defense of employment law claims, in dynamic growth environment, with additional opportunity to support business litigation matters. Ideal candidate will have excellent credentials, strong writing and analytic skills, strong work ethic and good judgment. Admission to Oregon Bar required. Cosgrave is a diverse group united by a commitment to excellence, professionally and personally. Compensation includes competitive salary and bonus and full package of benefits. Please send resume, transcripts and writing sample to Cosgrave Vergeer Kester LLP, Attn: Gloria Martin, 805 SW Broadway, 8th Floor, Portland, OR 97205.

ESTABLISHED, AV-RATED, boutique Portland law firm seeks experienced (8+ years) lawyer with a portable practice in litigation, estate planning and probate, or environmental and natural resources. Refugees from big firm/big hours/big pressure cultures encouraged to inquire, confidentiality assured. Please respond to the Oregon State Bar, Attn: Blind Ad H-14; PO Box 231935, Tigard, OR 97281.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, Multnomah Defenders, Inc. – Multnomah Defenders, Inc. seeks an attorney with demonstrated leadership, legal and management skills to serve as MDI’s Executive Director. MDI is a non-profit, public defense law firm in Portland. MDI employs more than 45 attorneys and staff to carry out its mission of providing quality representation and zealous advocacy for its clients. MDI represents clients primarily in criminal and juvenile dependency cases. Salary DOE. For full announcement, visit http://www.ocdla.org/jobs.cfm. AA/EOE.

GENERAL COUNSEL – Portland Development Commission, The Urban Renewal Agency for the City of Portland, Oregon. Portland is internationally recognized for its quality of life, distinctive neighborhoods, and robust transit system. Playing a key role in keeping Portland, Oregon, one of America’s most livable cities is the Portland Development Commission’s mission. PDC is the City’s urban renewal agency, charged with bringing together resources to achieve Portland's vision. We’re currently looking for qualified individuals to complement our workforce for our general counsel position. We offer a generous host of benefits as part of our efforts to keep PDC a positive, healthy and productive place to work. PDC values diversity in its work force and is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action. Apply online at www.pdc.us/jobs; Portland Development Commission, 222 NW 5th Ave., Portland, OR 97209; Jobline: 503.823.3463.

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) at (503) 226-1057 or toll-free in Oregon: (800) 321-OAAP — Mike Long, ext. 11; Shari R. Gregory, ext. 14; Meloney Crawford Chadwick, ext. 13; or Douglas Querin, ext. 12.

LEGAL AID SERVICES OF OREGON, REGIONAL DIRECTOR – Director of Klamath Falls legal aid office needed to provide high quality legal services in civil cases to the low-income communities in Klamath and Lake Counties. Position supervises a staff attorney and one support staff, requires contract and budget management, developing and maintaining relations with community organizations and private bar. Strong litigation and supervisory skills and experience with delivery of legal services to the poor required. OSB member or willingness to take next bar. Salary DOE, excellent benefits. Submit resume and letter of interest to: Suzannah Newman, Assist. Director of Administration, LASO, 921 SW Washington, Suite 570, Portland, OR 97205. Open until filled. EOE.

LITIGATION ASSOCIATE – Established, seven-attorney downtown Portland, AV-rated law firm seeks an associate attorney with at least two years of experience. Law firm environment is relaxed yet professional. Applicants must have strong academic credentials, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and attention to detail. Prior experience in general civil litigation preferred. Submit resumes in confidence to Hiring Partner, Kennedy, Watts, Arellano & Ricks LLP, 1211 SW 5th Avenue, Suite 2850, Portland, Oregon 97204-3726. Web site: www.kwar.com.

LITIGATION ASSOCIATE, Bend – Established law firm in Bend is looking for an associate to join our litigation department. 1 to 2 years experience preferred, but new lawyers with strong credentials are encouraged to apply. Excellent legal research and writing skills are a necessity. Collegial and rewarding work environment. Please submit resume and references to Martin Hansen, Francis, Hansen & Martin, 1148 NW Hill Street, Bend, OR 97701 or meh@francishansen.com.

MAUTZ BAUM & O'HANLON, LLP seeks an experienced attorney to practice in its Pendleton Office. Prefer 5 years or more general civil or litigation experience, however applicants of all experience levels will be considered.  The firm consists of five partners, a research attorney and seventeen employees in two offices, Pendleton and La Grande. Pendleton is a historic city nestled at the foothills of the Blue Mountains of Eastern Oregon. You will be close to golfing, skiing, hiking, boating, fishing and hunting. Pendleton is also home to the world famous Pendleton Round-Up. Eastern Oregon offers unique and diverse cultural activities. Although our practice is extremely busy, quality of life and enjoyment of family are a priority in the firm. Please send cover letter and resume to Mautz Baum and O'Hanlon, LLP, PO Box 628, Pendleton Or 97801.

MEDFORD – Established AV-rated firm seeking associate attorney with 2-5 years experience in corporate, business and real estate practice areas. OSB membership required. Salary dependent upon experience. Send resume and references to: Douglass Schmor, P.O. Box 128, Medford OR 97501 or dschmor@brophymills.com.

PATENT ASSOCIATE, SEATTLE OFFICE – Schwabe Williamson & Wyatt, a northwest regional law firm, has an opening in the Seattle, WA office for a full time associate in the Intellectual Property practice group.  The ideal candidate will have a computer science or electrical engineering background and 2 - 5 years of experience in patent prosecution. Patent counseling, licensing and/or trademark experience is beneficial but not required. Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt provides a team-oriented working environment with competitive salary and benefits.  Qualified and interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and law school transcript online at http://www.schwabe.com/recruiting/online_apply.html. Submissions can also be sent to Ms. Dori John, Director of Attorney Recruiting, Schwabe Williamson & Wyatt, Pacwest Center, 1211 SW 5th Avenue, Suite 1600, Portland, OR  97204 or via email at djohn@schwabe.com. Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

PERSONAL INJURY – Small AV-rated Eugene firm representing injured people throughout much of Oregon is seeking a litigation associate who wants to develop as a trial lawyer. We'd love to work with a compassionate, personable attorney who has a good academic background, high ethical standards, and a strong work ethic. Some experience in civil litigation preferred. Please email resume and cover letter to dcorson@corsonjohnsonlaw.com.

REAL ESTATE LITIGATION – Barg Tom PC is seeking a litigation attorney with 8+ years of experience in real estate and construction litigation for an of counsel position. We have an established practice representing real estate developers and investors and we serve as real estate counsel to retailers and other businesses. Our extensive client base will provide a growth opportunity for you. Partial or full client base and excellent academic record are required. We offer production-based compensation and excellent benefits in a collegial, team-oriented environment. Send resume to Jonathan Barg, Barg Tom PC, jvb@bargtom.com.

THE PORTLAND OFFICE of LITTLER MENDELSON, the nation’s premier employment and labor law firm, seeks an attorney with 1-3 years of experience in employment and labor law and/or litigation. We provide our clients with a full range of services in the area of management-side employment and labor relations. Requirements include membership in the Oregon Bar, excellent academic credentials, and strong writing, analytical and legal research skills. If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your resume online at www.littler.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 the Oregon State Bar, Attn: Blind Ad G-13; PO Box 231935, Tigard, OR 97281.

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 1689, Lake Oswego, OR 97035-0889. 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.

OFFICE ASSISTANT – Motivated, self-starter college graduate seeking office assistant position with Portland area firm. Good general law office experience. Witness/client interviews, case management, pleadings, some Westlaw, word processing. Availability open. Resume on request. Email: ben.veralrud@gmail.com  Tele: (720) 470-0230.

A SENIOR ASSOCIATE - minus the overhead. A CONTRACT ATTORNEY with twenty years of transactional and litigation civil practice and a record of excellent work in a broad range of State and Federal practice. Will consider other "creative arrangements." Exceptional credentials, keen analytical skills, proficient writer, a pragmatic approach to handling cases and issues. PLF. Reasonable rates. Catherine Lawson. (503) 469-9897.