Oregon State Bar Bulletin — APRIL 2016
FOR SALE
1 BLOCK FROM BEACH- THE RYAN GEARHART COTTAGE – This historic Oregon Bungalow is perfect for a couple or small family looking for great beach weekend getaways. 1 bedroom, one bath, comfortable living room and separate living/sleeping area off of kitchen, with a charming back deck and private back yard. A one block walk and you are on Gearhart's little beach. $369,500. 695 S. Marion, Gearhart, Oregon. For more information, contact Sally Conrad, Cascade Sotheby’s International Realty at: 503-440-2111 Cell. 503-436-9000 Office.
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OFFICE SPACE
1ST MONTH FREE – A congenial 14 attorney "law suite" with reception, two conference rooms, kitchen, internet and free parking, located nearly equidistant from each of the tri-county courthouses and next door to Starbucks. Contact Jan or Jack at (503) 635-7773 or e-mail jacklundee@aol.com.
5200 MEADOWS EXECUTIVE OFFICE SUITES in Lake Oswego has all-inclusive office and meeting rooms. Includes phone answering, unlimited conference room access, phones, internet, kitchen and much more! Call 503-726-5999.
AVAILABLE DOWNTOWN PORTLAND class A office space in 1515 Bldg 10th floor. Available 1/1/16. 180-sq-ft & 140-sq-ft window offices, furnished or unfurnished, $650 & $600/month. On-site parking, office staff/fax/copier/internet available. Additional space for secretary/assistant. Walking distance to courthouse. Call Steve (503) 248-9092 ext. 24.
BEAVERTON OFFICES – Terrific space for a small law firm. 1,100 – 2,440 sq ft. for lease. In addition, access to two shared bathrooms and a large conference room. Plenty of off-street parking. Attractive one-story building located at 4085 SW 109th Ave., just east of Hwy 217, near Canyon Rd. Easy access to Washington and Multnomah Counties. Lease rate negotiable. Call Charlie Ringo at (541) 390-3006.
BEND, OREGON. Perfect for solo attorney. Roomy office with additional storage space. Shared used of conference room for meetings with clients, signing room, pleasant waiting area with fireplace, on-site parking. Reception included. Use of kitchen area, copy machine, phone line. There is even a shower. Notary available in this busy law office. Office dimensions are 12.5' X 11.5'. Building is large, spacious and welcoming. Law practice you will be sharing with is vibrant and friendly. Elliott, Riquelme & Wilson, LLP. 541-383-3755.
BEND, OR: PROFESSIONAL OFFICE SUITE with plenty of on-site parking in quiet, tree lined business district. Self-contained reception, 4 private offices, two restrooms, built in storage closets, large open meeting space with bonus room suitable for conference room. Tenant improvements available. Rent direct from building owner - reflected in market price. $1850 plus NNN . Elliott, Riquelme & Wilson, LLP. 541-383-3755
BEND, UPSTAIRS OFFICES in a 1925 Craftsman, lobby has fireplace, conf. room, kitchen, reception/CAMS extra, potential overflow work, Lillian@nonhostilefamilylaw.com 541-318-8038.
CLASS A OFFICE SPACE NEAR WASHINGTON SQUARE – Newly renovated, well-appointed Beaverton Class A office space for solo practitioner offers partial view of Koll Center Wetlands Park and lies within walking distance of Fanno Creek Trail. Shared amenities include receptionist services, copier/FAX, high-speed internet, kitchenette, access to in-house and down-the-hall conference rooms and shower. ADT security plus option to lease private garage space. Attractive waiting area, beverages served to clients, easy access off Hwy 217 and ample public parking make this an ideal office in which to welcome clients. Call Leslie at 503.595.4141 or email lariel@bierfamilylaw.com for photos/tour or more information.
CLASS A OFFICE SPACE IN WILSONVILLE – Established business/commercial law firm with one or two beautifully furnished office spaces available for lease. Looking for attorney with a compatible practice. Great opportunity for new attorney just getting started as well as established attorney wanting to have the amenities of a large law office in a small law office atmosphere. Easy access to I-5, free parking, conference room, access to internet, telephone system, copier, fax machine, etc. Email for tour or more information - carole@blf-pc.com.
DOWNTOWN EUGENE – 1,495 sqft. Offices, conference rm, file rm, assistant space, reception. Nice finishes, move-in ready. Walking distance to Federal and County Courthouses. Contact 541-687-9066 or janet@citizensbuilding.com.
DOWNTOWN EUGENE – Pleasant and professional environment. 2½ blocks from the Lane County Courthouse. Too many features to list. $850 per month. Find additional information and photographs at: http://www.856olive.com.
DOWNTOWN EUGENE CLASS A. – Ground Floor of 10 story building. 5553 NRSF on the corner of 10th & Oak. Includes client parking. Contact 541-687-9066 or janet@citizensbuilding.com.
DOWNTOWN PORTLAND exterior penthouse offices in Centennial Block, a historic building at 210 SW Morrison. Reception services and access to conference room is included. Two offices are available. One corner office (18’ by 13’10”) with assistant and support staff space for $1500/month and one office (12’9” by 12’7”) for $1,275/month. Both offices have balconies. Storage space is available for rent as well. Contact Jordan at 503-225-0701 or jordan@winklercompanies.com.
DOWNTOWN PORTLAND – Two 12’ x 13’ exterior offices in 7 attorney suite, one available now, one August 1. 12th floor of Congress Center (5th & Main) with reception, conference room, kitchen. $800/mo each, $850/mo each with secretarial space. Contact Christine, 503-242-1122, ctracey@nwlawfirm.com.
DOWNTOWN PORTLAND – Furnished corner window office on 17th floor in 1000 Broadway Building. Share Receptionist, copier, fax and postage machine. Call (503) 221-1465.
DOWNTOWN PORTLAND-2 OFFICE'S – Class A space-river & mountain view $1,500 & $1,300/Monthly: Class A office space, 18th floor of Umpqua Bank Building, at One SW Columbia. Both exterior office's with panoramic view of mountains, riverfront and downtown. AV family law practice will share two conference rooms, receptionist services, and kitchen. Copier, fax, telephones and email provided at cost. Building amenities include conference rooms, private gym and bank in building. Approximate room sizes 17 x 14 and 10 x 15. Call Cecelia Connolly (503) 224-7077.
DOWNTOWN PORTLAND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY law firm across from Pioneer Courthouse has move-in ready office space for attorneys. Corner office overlooking Pioneer Courthouse Square, or spacious interior office (no view). Many amenities, including in-person receptionist, conference rooms, kitchen, copier/scanner, locker room with showers, and bike storage. No long-term commitment required. Call Chuck DeVoe at (503) 224-6655 or chuck@khpatent.com.
DOWNTOWN PORTLAND LAW OFFICE SPACE – 10th Floor river and south views in Class A Building, Bank of America Financial Center, 121 SW Morrison. Three exterior offices ranging from 192-235 sq. ft. ($1,200-$1,400) available in addition to secretary/assistant spaces ($200). Reception area, conference rooms, law library, kitchen, copier, and phone provided. Includes utilities except DSL. Please call or email for more information. 503-553-3133 or jross@gsblaw.com.
FAMILY LAW FIRM hiring an associate with three to five years of experience. Please send cover letter and resume to gary@zimmer-law.com.
GLADSTONE LAW CENTER – Share space with experienced lawyers. Overflow work available. Office is $500 per month. Call, Larry (503) 722 3850.
FREE CONFERENCE ROOM SPACE – The Professional Liability Fund is offering Oregon lawyers free use of a conference room located downtown at 520 SW Yamhill Street, Suite 1025, Portland, Oregon. To reserve this space through the online calendar system and learn more details about this free conference room space, go to the PLF website, www.osbplf.org, and click on Practice Management, then Oregon Lawyers’ Conference Room. For questions, contact Jeanne Ulrich, Oregon Lawyers’ Conference Room Coordinator at (503) 226-1057 or at jeanneu@oaap.org.
HILLSBORO – 2 elegant offices 1 block from courthouse. $650.00/ea, utilities included 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.
KEARNS & WEST is a collaboration and strategic communication firm with offices in downtown Portland, California, and Washington, D.C. We are looking to sublet up to three furnished, private offices with shared use of conference room, kitchenette, reception area, and storage space. Bike parking and showers are available. We are conveniently located a few blocks from Pioneer Place with easy access to parking, bus, and MAX lines. $500 - $700/month, terms negotiable. Our website is at: http://www.kearnswest.com/. For more information, contact: Annie Kilburg, 503-221-1650, ext. 1304; akilburg@kearnswest.com.
LAW OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE DOWNTOWN at the Honeyman House, 1318 SW 12th Avenue, Portland. Professionally remodeled Victorian House. Easy street parking for clients, 10 minute walk to the courthouse, and easy freeway access. Amenities include law library, large conference room, access to copier and fax. A free tenant parking place with a 30 month lease ($205/month value). $450/month. Contact Allan at (503) 781-7887 or Eric at (503) 224-1212.
MACADAM AVENUE OFFICE SPACE available in River Forum Building. 170 sq. ft. River view. Includes access to conference room, internet, kitchen, copier/printer, parking. Furnished with desk, credenza and 2-drawer horizontal file. Available furnished or unfurnished. $900/month. Contact Jeanie at (503) 224-3100.
OFFICE SPACE 2 MONTHS FREE – Share office space on the third floor of the River Park Plaza Building in John’s Landing with other sole practitioners and a small law firm. Current tenants include Estate Planners, Real Estate Law, Family Law, Elder Law, Tax Preparers and Investment Advisors. This is Class A space in a building that was built in 2003. Rent includes high speed Internet, phones, reception, voicemail, meeting rooms, kitchen and parking! We have four offices available. Two at $600 per month, one at $1,200 per month and one at $1,500 per month. We are looking for a one year commitment. We will throw in two months rent for free! Please contact Bob Cronk at 503-245-0894 or bob@naylaw.com.
OFFICES IN KRUSE WAY/HWY 217 AREA – Two corner attorney's offices (one with porch deck) in quaint house conversion, near I-5 and Hwy 217. Reception room (with fireplace), conference room-library, high-speed internet, fax, copier, kitchen/mail/production room, street signage available, client parking. Easy central access to all three counties. $600. Call John S. (503) 624-0917.
OREGON CITY OFFICE SPACE at 294 Warner Milne Road, Oregon City. Very close to the new Family Justice Center, jail, Juvenile Court and county offices. Great location for a family law practitioner. Share space and office equipment with other lawyers. Two conference rooms, kitchen, staff break room. $625/mo. Ample parking. Call Tom at (503) 680-2884.
VERY LARGE INTERIOR OFFICE – At the Water Tower Building in Johns Landing, Portland. Call for more information. Asking $500 monthly. Rod or Melissa 503-768-3100.
VIRTUAL OFFICES – 5200 Meadows Executive Offices Suites has virtual office packages that we can customize to meet your business needs. Our services range from mail receipt to answering phones and reception with fully equipped conference rooms or day offices to meet your clients or do depositions. Call (503) 726-5999. http://www.5200meadows.com.
PERSONALS
DO YOU KNOW WHERE YOUR DOCUMENTS ARE? 8% of all documents get lost, and 3% of all documents get misfiled – have you checked on your documents lately? Call for free and confidential office assistance – Professional Liability Fund Practice Management Advisors Sheila Blackford, Jennifer Meisberger, or Hong Dao at (503) 639-6911 or 1-800-452-1639.
IS THERE A HOLE IN YOUR POCKETBOOK? Offices spend $20 in labor to file a document, $120 in labor to find a misfiled document, and $220 in labor to recopy a lost document. Call for free and confidential office assistance – Professional Liability Fund Practice Management Advisors – Sheila Blackford, Jennifer Meisberger, or Hong Dao at (503) 639-6911 or 1-800-452-1639.
DISTRESSED BY THE DISORDER? When the paper flow gets out of control, the stress level escalates. Call for free and confidential office assistance – Professional Liability Fund Practice Management Advisors – Sheila Blackford, Jennifer Meisberger, or Hong Dao at (503) 639-6911 or 1-800-452-1639.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE
It is the policy of the Bulletin to only list opportunities for employment that are consistent with OSB Bylaw 10.
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ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY (PORTLAND, OR) – We are seeking an associate with 2+ years of experience for our established East Portland law firm. Candidates must be current members of the Oregon State Bar. Washington State Bar membership is desired. Prior litigation experience is strongly preferred, but judicial clerkships, or related experience, may be considered. You must be professional, competitive, a powerful communicator, a team player, detail oriented, and an excellent legal writer. Fast paced, litigation-based practice emphasizes landlord/tenant law, but includes all aspects of civil litigation (e.g., family law, personal injury, real estate disputes, probate disputes, etc.). Non-litigation matters (estate planning, real estate transactions, etc.) may supplemental the associate’s workload. Associates are responsible for research, investigations, document creation, motion practice, case development and a variety of court appearances. We will offer a competitive salary and benefits package. The compensation package will depend upon experience and skills. Applicants must e-mail all of the following items, in order to be considered for this position: (1) resume; (2) cover letter; (3) writing samples; (4) references; and (5) salary expectation.
ATTORNEY – HEALTHCARE – Sussman Shank LLP, a mid-sized, full-service law firm in Portland, Oregon, has an immediate opening in its Healthcare Practice Group for a health law attorney with a minimum of five years of experience advising health care providers on a full range of transactional and regulatory health law issues including: physicians and group practices, the Stark and Anti-Kickback statutes, reimbursement including private insurance, Medicare and Medicaid, HIPAA; compliance issues; and contract drafting and review; as well as general corporate matters. An ideal candidate has the capacity for, and shows dedication to, business and practice development. A portable book of business is preferred. Please address cover letters and resumes to our Chief Operating Officer, Steven T. Seguin. Visit Sussman Shank's website for information on the firm and its attorneys at www.sussmanshank.com. Competitive Benefits and Compensation.Ranked one of the 100 Best Companies to Work for in Oregon. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
BANKRUPTCY JUDGESHIP OPPORTUNITY – US Courts-9th Circuit District of Oregon. $186,852/year. Full Announcement and Application at judgeship.ce9.uscourts.gov or contact: personnel@ce9.uscourts.gov. Applications due 5 p.m. on 5/12/2016.
BAUM SMITH, LLC is an established law firm in La Grande, Oregon seeking an associate attorney. Oregon Bar membership is required. La Grande, Oregon is home to Eastern Oregon University and situated in the Grande Ronde Valley with sweeping mountain views, abundant recreation and small town charm. Please send resume, references and cover letter by-mail to (wyatt@baumsmith.com).
BIER FAMILY LAW SEEKS ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY with minimum two years family law experience. Please send cover letter and resume to lariel@bierfamilylaw.com
CRIMINAL/JUVENILE/DOM REL ASSOCIATE – Five lawyer Roseburg firm with court appointed contract is hiring. We are looking for a committed advocate to do court appointed criminal, delinquency and dependency as well as retained criminal and domestic relations work. Must be admitted to practice in Oregon at time of application. Minor Felony qualified preferred, pursuant to the Standards for Court Appointed Lawyers. If not, then would prefer enough experience to qualify quickly. Computer skills required. Benefits include health insurance, retirement, vacation, friendly and supportive work environment, experienced attorney mentors, very experienced staff support and the opportunity to develop a substantial private practice. Base salary range is $40,000 to $46,000 depending on experience, plus 25% percent of retained income, which generally ranges from $3,000 to $7,500 per year. Send resume and cover letter to Jim Arneson, 318 SE Jackson, Roseburg, OR 97470 or email to jarneson@arnesongroup.com.
DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY 1 Columbia County, Oregon See web site for details www.or.us Deadline: 4/25/16. EOE
DIRECTOR OF DIVERSITY & INCLUSION – The Oregon State Bar is looking for someone to join our dedicated team & provide leadership to support our mission & commitment to increasing diversity in membership. Please visit http://www.osbar.org/osbcenter/openings.html for job details. Equal Opportunity Employer.
ESTABLISHED AV RATED PORTLAND LAW FIRM seeking experienced general practice attorney. Collegial environment and opportunity for continued growth. Send resume to the Oregon State Bar, Attn: Blind Ad A-10, P.O. Box 231935, Tigard, OR 97281 or email: blindad@osbar.org with the blind ad number in the subject line.
ESTABLISHED AV RATED PORTLAND LAW FIRM seeks attorney with 7+ years of experience in business law, estate planning and civil litigation. Collegial environment and opportunity for continued growth. Send resume to the Oregon State Bar, Attn: Blind Ad Z-34, P.O. Box 231935, Tigard, OR 97281 or email: blindad@osbar.org with the blind ad number in the subject line.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR – Public Defender Services of Lane County, Inc. (PDSLC) is seeking an executive-level attorney with demonstrated leadership, legal, and management skills to serve as its Executive Director. The position’s anticipated starting date is August 22, 2016. PDSLC is a nonprofit law firm located in Eugene, Oregon that provides public defense services to indigent individuals. PDSLC provides these services under a contract with the State of Oregon’s Office of Public Defense Services (OPDS). The Executive Director is hired by, and reports to, a Board of Trustees. PDSLC has 35 employees and an annual operating budget of approximately $3 million. The Executive Director assures that indigent individuals in criminal and other contracted cases receive high quality legal services, manages PDSLC’s day-to-day operations, negotiates and oversees development and administration of PDSLC’s annual budget and contract with OPDS, and conducts financial oversight and supervision of professional and support staff. The Executive Director is expected to carry a small caseload and give special attention to difficult cases. In addition, the Executive Director is PDSLC’s chief spokesperson and its primary representative and liaison with the Oregon legislature, the judiciary and courts, and state and local public safety and criminal justice agencies. In this capacity, the Executive Director demonstrates a commitment to public defense policy and practice and the ability to build successful relationships within the public defense community. Minimum qualifications: 1. A Juris Doctor degree, membership in good standing with the Oregon State Bar, and the ability to practice law in Oregon. 2. A minimum of 6 years of experience as a practicing lawyer. 3. Knowledge and understanding of public defense services including juvenile, adult, and civil commitment cases.4.Strong communication skills. 5. Demonstrated leadership or the potential for leadership. Desired attributes include: 1.Demonstrated experience managing a diverse workforce consisting of attorneys, investigators, and administrative staff. 2. Demonstrated ability to work and collaborate with local judges, criminal and public safely representatives, state agencies, the Public Defense Services Commission, and advocacy groups. A beginning annual salary range of between $90,000 and $105,000 will be negotiated with the Board of Trustees. PDSLC provides health care and retirement plans, long-term disability insurance, professional liability insurance, paid vacation, and other employee benefits. Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume by April 22, 2016, to the search committee chair: Bryan E. Lessley Office of the Federal Public Defender 859 Willamette Street, Suite 200 Eugene, Oregon 97401 541-465-6937 Bryan_Lessley@fd.org Applications should include three references; PDSLC will not contact references before obtaining an applicant’s permission. PDSLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without unlawful regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. PDSLC actively seeks applications from qualified women, minority, and/or disabled candidates as well as from candidates of other protected or minority groups.
FAMILY LAW FIRM hiring an associate with three to five years of experience. Please send cover letter and resume to gary@zimmer-law.com
GARVEY SCHUBERT BARER – Seeking a mid- to senior-level associate with 4 to 7 years of law firm experience to join its tax practice in Portland. Successful candidate will have an LL.M. (Taxation), exceptional academic credentials, excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills, a demonstrated interest in income tax (particularly with regard to business transactions, entity formations and contested cases at the federal and state levels) and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Oregon license preferred but not required. Although based in our Portland office, the successful candidate will also be involved in projects originating in other GSB offices. Please e-mail résumé, cover letter, law school transcript, and a writing sample to CareersPDX@gsblaw.com.
GARVEY SCHUBERT BARER – Seeking an attorney to join its business and real estate practice in Portland. Successful candidate will have at least 4 years of general business and real estate experience, preferably including business transactions and financing, mergers and acquisitions, business entity formations, real estate transactions, and leasing and financing. The most qualified candidate will have exceptional academic credentials, excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Must be licensed to practice in Oregon. Please e-mail résumé, cover letter, and a writing sample to CareersPDX@gsblaw.com
GARVEY SCHUBERT BARER – Seeking a mid- to senior-level associate to join its estate planning practice in Portland. Successful candidate will have at least five years of estate planning and trust administration experience, LL.M. in Taxation and/or extensive experience in estate and income tax, exceptional academic credentials, excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Must be licensed to practice in Oregon. Washington license is a plus. Please e-mail résumé, cover letter, law school transcript, and a writing sample to CareersPDX@gsblaw.com.
GREENE & MARKLEY P.C. – Seeking 2 to 3 experienced attorneys for lateral move into an established commercial firm, with excellent opportunity to participate in professional growth and increased earnings. Qualified candidates will have existing practice, be entrepreneurial and energetic, with a deep commitment to client service and quality work. Contact Ward Greene -- email: ward.greene@greenemarkley.com Telephone: (503) 295-2668.
HEARINGS OFFICER – The Oregon Dept. of Energy has issued a Request for Proposal for Hearings Officer Services for the Energy Facility Siting Council. Minimum 5 years’ experience conducting or participating in contested case or land use proceedings. JD degree is preferred. Contact Debbie Janke at (503) 378-8607 or Debbie.Janke@state.or.us.
INSURANCE DEFENSE ATTORNEY – A regional law firm is looking for an attorney to join its active insurance defense practice with emphasis on professional malpractice and personal injury defense in its Portland office. Successful candidates will have at least 10+ years of experience in civil litigation with an emphasis on legal and medical malpractice defense. Trial experience required. This position has the opportunity to assume responsibility for a thriving and successful practice. Candidate must be licensed in Oregon. Inquiries will be held in strict confidence. Please send resume and cover letter to the Oregon State Bar, Attn: Blind Ad B-19, P.O. Box 231935, Tigard, OR 97281 or email: blindad@osbar.org with the blind ad number in the subject line.
LAKE OSWEGO BUSINESS AND ESTATE planning firm seeking attorney with practical experience in closely held business representation, estate planning and estate and trust administration. Tax degree and employment law experience a bonus. We offer competitive compensation and employee benefit package together with a congenial atmosphere and the opportunity to maximize one’s potential as a business and estate planning lawyer. If interested, send cover letter and resume confidentially to our Office Manager - bc@smoklaw.com.
LITIGATION ASSOCIATE – Ball Janik LLP is seeking a Litigation (including Construction and Construction Defect) associate for its Portland, Oregon office. Qualified applicants should have a minimum of 1-3 years litigation experience, including construction and construction defect. Outstanding writing and oral advocacy skills are required, as well as strong academic credentials and admission in the Oregon State Bar. Qualified applicants should submit a resume, transcript, cover letter and writing sample in confidence to Heather Oden, Executive Director, Ball Janik LLP, 101 SW Main Street, Portland, OR, 97204. Applications are also accepted electronically at hoden@balljanik.com. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
METRO – The Office of Metro Attorney is accepting Proposals for Hearings Officer Services. Metro will use the Hearings Officers on an as-needed, case by case basis for solid waste, parks, and miscellaneous matters. Metro is seeking a lawyer with experience in (1) solid waste matters as a Hearings Officer or as an attorney representing a client in solid waste; (2) park or natural area rule enforcement or exclusions; or (3) contested case hearings procedures in at least one other area of the law, including but not limited to code enforcement proceedings, personnel matters, or other civil proceedings. For further information please email legal assistant Lisa Hefty at lisa.hefty@oregonmetro.gov. Proposals are due by May 12, 2016. Metro Solicitation No. 3162.
PARALEGAL – Columbia County, Oregon see web site for details www.co.columbia.or.us Deadline: 05/12/16. EOE
PLF PRACTICE MANAGEMENT ADVISOR AND PROJECT MANAGER – The Oregon State Bar Professional Liability Fund is hiring a full-time practice management advisor to educate attorneys and law office staff on law office systems and to lead a variety of practice management projects. The position requires diverse skills, including experience with law office systems and management; a high level of experience with technology (hardware, software, the cloud, and social media); and excellent communication, writing, proofing, and speaking skills. Preferred candidates will have five years of experience practicing law and will have experience managing a law practice, marketing, and creating and editing content for websites or blogs. The position requires travel throughout Oregon, with office base in Tigard. For more detailed information, go to www.osbplf.org, About PLF, Job Opportunities. Please submit your resume and cover letter to Barbara S. Fishleder, Professional Liability Fund, Director of Personal and Practice Management Assistance, HR@osbplf.org, with the subject line: PMA position — (your name). AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
PUBLIC FINANCE ASSOCIATE – Hawkins Delafield & Wood LLP is seeking an associate for its Public Finance practice in Portland, Oregon. Candidates should have 2-4 years of legal experience. Ideal candidates will have experience serving as bond counsel, disclosure counsel or underwriter’s counsel, drafting and negotiating all disclosure and legal documentation for a public finance transaction ,and have a high competency with numbers. Candidates must have strong analytical, writing, and interpersonal skills, as well as excellent academic credentials. Interested candidates may submit a cover letter, resume and transcript to Bonnie Radafshar at bradafshar@hawkins.com.
RONDONE KEMP has been exclusively engaged by Jordan Ramis PC to recruit partner-level attorneys with portable practices for outstanding opportunities in the firm’s Portland and Bend offices. With 32 attorneys, many joining from larger firms, Jordan Ramis offers a client-centered, collaborative and state-of-the-art environment for your practice. Please call us at 503.778.7600 for a confidential consultation to help you determine whether this platform matches your career goals. http://www.RondoneKemp.com.
SENIOR HEALTHCARE ATTORNEY – Garvey Schubert Barer, a law firm with offices in Seattle, Portland, Washington DC, New York City, Anchorage and Beijing, is seeking a Senior Healthcare Attorney to join the firm in Seattle or Portland. Must have a minimum of seven years of experience representing healthcare clients and familiarity with Stark, Anti-kickback, Medicare, and Medicaid regulation. Medical staff, managed care, ACO, insurance regulatory and long-term care experience a plus. The firm has a substantial healthcare client base, but the ideal candidate will have existing healthcare clients. Excellent writing, analytical thinking, and communication skills required. Must be a member of the Washington or Oregon bar or become licensed. GSB values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, political ideology, familial relationships, or status in any other legally protected group. Interested candidates who meet the qualifications should email their resume and cover letter to CareersSEA@gsblaw.com. If you require assistance with the application process, please contact Joey Ross at 503-228-3939.
THE PORTLAND, OREGON OFFICE OF LITTLER MENDELSON is looking for an associate attorney with a minimum of 3-5 years of labor and employment litigation experience. The candidate should possess excellent academic credentials and his/her experience should include litigation and a labor and employment law background. If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your resume online at http://www.littler.com/careers. Littler is the largest global employment and labor law practice with more than 1,000 attorneys in over 60 offices worldwide. Littler represents management in all aspects of employment and labor law and serves as a single source solution provider to the global employer community. Established in 1942, the firm has litigated, mediated and negotiated some of the most influential employment law cases and labor contracts on record. For more information, visit littler.com. Littler offers a generous benefits package to all full-time employees. Littler is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. No telephone calls please. No Recruiters - principals only.
TRIBAL COURT SEEKS PROPOSALS – The Tribal Court for the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde is seeking proposals for indigent defense lawyers to represent children and parents for child abuse and neglect cases. For more information please call (503) 879-4623. Please send proposals to: Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Tribal Court, 9615 Grand Ronde Rd., Grand Ronde, OR, 97396.
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 WANTED
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PRACTICES FOR SALE
EASTERN WASHINGTON LAW FIRM FOR SALE – A stable, tri-counties, eastern Washington law firm ideally located in a prestigious setting, with an excess of $500,000 annual revenue. This is an excellent opportunity with capacity for substantial growth in revenues. Contact (800) 837-5880 or edpoll@lawbiz.com.
PLANNING TO CLOSE YOUR LAW PRACTICE? Will you ever be able to retire? Call for free and confidential office assistance – Professional Liability Fund Practice Management Advisors – Sheila Blackford, Beverly Michaelis, Jennifer Meisberger, or Hong Dao at (503) 639-6911 or 1-800-452-1639.
WELL ESTABLISHED LAW PRACTICE FOR SALE in Tigard. General practice with focus on real estate, wills, trusts, and probate. Owner will assist in transition or partnership. Experience required. One to three lawyers or branch office. E-mail LawTigard@aol.com.
RECREATIONAL RENTALS
BLACK BUTTE HOUSE for weekly rental. Sleeps 13, two suites. Near Glaze and South meadow pools. $3000/week. buttetopdx@gmail.com.
KIHEI, MAUI, HAWAII – Large ocean view 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 cliff side overlooking ocean and Netarts Bay. 3 bedrooms and 3 baths, 4 decks, fireplace, spa tub, washer/dryer, and fully equipped kitchen. $175 per night, $1000 weekly rate plus $100 cleaning fee. ASK ABOUT WINTER RATES. Contact Mary at mexmary@comcast.net or Michael at (503) 478-1280.
PARIS APARTMENT – At Notre Dame. Elegant 2 bedroom, 2 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 at night. Hot tub on deck, Sleeps 8+. Pet/smoke free. Introductory rates (360) 694-5907, (503) 784-6903.
SEASIDE – Large 3 BR, 2 BA, ½ block to beach. 2 TVs, partial ocean view. 2 night minimum - $180 per night, $1100 per week + cleaning + tax (503) 228-4317 or (503) 777-3283. No smoking, no pets.
SISTERS, OREGON! Lovely 4BR/3BA/2office turnkey home on ten secluded acres. Deck/spa facing private meadow 1+ mile from town. Available July 8-29th. Bring the family to enjoy the region: bike to town(Quilt Show); hike trails; kayak lakes/rivers! WA/OR Bar member owners. $500/week - 2-6 people (includes few simple tasks)(541) 788-2537 dadoadler@msn.com
2 SUNRIVER HOMES – Beautiful, spacious 4 BD 10 person home on Deschutes River w/2 masters w/king beds. Remodeled, comfy 3 BD 9 person home near SHARC w/loft play area. Both homes have ping pong, hot tubs, WIFI, big screen TVs, bikes, w/d & SHARC passes. Enjoy skiing, golfing, rafting & tennis (503) 691-5959.
SUNRIVER – Cascara Vacation Rentals - Over 120 homes & condos with hot tubs, free Wi-Fi, many pet friendly & with free access to the Sharc aquatic & recreation facility. Contact us today at (800) 531-1130, visit our web site at www.cascaravacations.com or email us at cascara@cascaravacations.com.
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) 944-2694.
SERVICES
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.
ARE YOU UNORGANIZED? Are your clients and staff losing their patience? Call for free and confidential office assistance – Professional Liability Fund Practice Management Advisors – Sheila Blackford, Beverly Michaelis, Jennifer Meisberger, or Hong Dao at (503) 639-6911 or 1-800-452-1639.
BANKING EXPERT – A retired senior bank executive and nationally recognized bank regulator providing expert witness opinions with credentials and insights that can make the difference in your client’s favor. Experienced in both state and federal cases. Call for a no-obligation case review and references. Cell: 360.789.4644
CIVIL LITIGATION PARALEGAL – Over 26 years of Civil Litigation Experience. Experienced in trial, arbitration and mediation. Specializes in construction, employment and general litigation. Prepare construction liens, post lien notices and all additional follow up requirements. Prepare clients and witnesses for deposition, trial, arbitration and mediation. Conduct debtor examinations and trace assets of debtors. Draft pleadings (Complaint, Answer, RFP, Subpoena’s, Interrogatories). Shawn G. Stanley Slingshot Legal Services. 10824 SE Oak Street, # 241. Portland, Oregon 97222. Telephone: (503) 956-6629. e-mail: slingshotlegal@comcast.net. http://www.slingshotlegal.com.
FORENSIC ACCOUNTING – Offering the following services: expert witness testimony, tax problem resolution, business and financial consulting (business valuation services, complex damage qualification and analysis, earning capacity analysis, and forensic accounting.) Over 30 years of corporate experience. William is also a business finance consultant and leader for companies needing to improve their efficiencies, including cash flow, accounting, and global supply chains and sourcing. At Worldview he manages the client relationships, consulting services, and deliverables. Worldview Consulting & Accounting, Inc. William Burwell, CPA, MBA, CPIM, Shareholder (503) 804-0426 www.worldviewconsultingaccounting.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, http://www.documentexaminer.info.
FORENSIC HANDWRITING EXAMINER – Court qualified (federal & state). The only double-board certified examiner in Pacific Northwest. Suspicious handwriting & disputed signatures. 65+ trial testimonies. Jacqueline A. Joseph, CDE, D-BFDE. 503-227-3411. www.jjhandwriting.com.
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; 25 NW 23rd Pl Ste 6, PMB 497; Portland, OR 97210.
LEGAL NURSE CONSULTANT – Offering Board Certified Legal Nurse Consultants with the LNCC certification from the American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants---the gold standard in LNC credentialing. The ONLY certification recognized by the American Board of Nursing Specialties. Offering the following services: review files for standards of care and any deviations that may have occurred, provide chronologies/summaries, demonstrative evidence, translate and interpret medical records. Expert Witness location services. Average length of experience in nursing for our consultants is 20 years and includes experience in clinical areas such as: Corrections Healthcare, Critical Care, Telemetry, Long-Term Care, Workers’ Compensation as well as many other specialty areas! Willamette Nurse Consultant Group, (971) 777-2687 info@willamettenurseconsultantgroup.com http://www.willamettenurseconsultantgroup.com.
PHARMACOLOGY, STANDARD OF CARE CONSULTANT – Services include file, medical record and chart review, chronologies, summaries and trial briefs of points and authorities based upon published medical literature and their citations. Opinions and writings slanted toward educating the trier-of-fact. Licensed in Oregon, with 40 years of hospital and outpatient experience. No charge or obligation for initial consults. References and c.v. on request. jamesm@aracnet.com.
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZING SERVICES – Comprehensive PO services for Estate, Disability and Senior Planning Professionals. Life Simplified, LLC www.LifeSimplified4u.com Jane.LifeSimplified@gmail.com (503) 750-0877.
REAL ESTATE NOTE BUYER – If your client wants cash from a mortgage note, call the note buyers at 1-800-634-4697 or http://www.SeascapeCapital.com.
STARTING YOUR OWN FIRM? Are you overwhelmed by everything you need to do? Let us help you! Call for free and confidential assistance on setting up your practice – Professional Liability Fund Practice Management Advisors – Sheila Blackford, Jennifer Meisberger, or Hong Dao at (503) 639-6911 or 1-800-452-1639.
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.
WANTED
WANT TO PURCHASE minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557, Denver, CO 80201.
WILL SEARCH
SEARCHING for the will for Bethel Orla Rice and Jay W. Rice, Medford, OR, Jackson County. Please contact Lee N. Seater Cell: 970-445-8248. Home: 541-482-1853. Email: mattphotos@quidnunc.net or buerger@acsalaska.net.
TO SUBMIT A CLASSIFIED
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.
BLIND BOXES
Add $15 to the cost of the ad for this service.
SUBMIT TO
E-mail: advertising@osbar.org; fax: (503) 598-6911; mail: P.O. Box 231935, Tigard OR 97281, Attn: Advertising. For questions, contact Spencer Glantz at advertising@osbar.org, (503) 431-6356 (800) 452-8260 or ext. 356 (in Oregon and Idaho toll-free).
DEADLINES
The first business day of each month for the following month’s issue.
TO SUBMIT A CLASSIFIED
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.
SUBMIT TO
E-mail: advertising@osbar.org; fax: (503) 598-6948; mail: P.O. Box 231935, Tigard OR 97281, Attn: Advertising. For questions, contact Spencer Glantz at advertising@osbar.org, (503) 431-6348 or 1-800-452-8260, ext. 348 (in Oregon and Idaho toll-free).
DEADLINES
The first business day of each month for the following month's issue.
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