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July/August 2021MultnomahLawyerEst. 1906Building Community in aPost-Pandemic Worldby Jovita WangMBA PresidentI still remember one of the firstMultnomah Bar Associationevents I attended when I movedback to Portland to practice law.We were at the downtown Kellslocation, with the downstairsroom packed full of lawyersdressed in suits and dresses. Atfirst, I felt overwhelmed by theconstant chatter and the crowd.There were so many unfamiliarfaces. Then I specificallyremember Valerie Colas, at thetime on the board of the YoungLawyers Section, introducing herself to me and during our chat, sheencouraged me to get involved with the YLS. To this day, I rememberher warmth and the genuine connection I felt from her, the MBAstaff, and other members.Much has changed in our world since that memory. Thanks toValerie’s leadership as president, we were able to adapt quickly tothe unchartered territories brought forth by the pandemic that puta pause to in-person events like the above. Like many companiesand organizations, the MBA pivoted to virtual events to supportand connect with our members over the past year. Personally, Ibenefited greatly from the MBA Midsized Firm Partner Roundtablemeetings, where I learned how other firms were navigating changingenvironments and keeping employees engaged.We live in uncertain and perilous times. Even with the protectionof vaccines, the aftershocks of COVID-19 are here to stay. Variousinequities in our society, highlighted by the pandemic, remainunresolved. It is dishearteninghow COVID-19 disproportionallyWe live in uncertain andput people of color at greater risk,perilous times. Evenas they are more likely to live inwith the protectioncrowded conditions and work inof vaccines, theservice jobs that cannot be doneaftershocks of COVID-19remotely, among other factors.are here to stay.Even for those fortunate to workremotely, COVID-19 challengedour mental health. Parents were further strained trying to juggle workalong with childcare and remote schooling (which, thanks to the hardwork of former president Sarah Radcliffe, we have been learning morefrom the Working Caregivers Legal Profession Survey conductedby the MBA and OWLS). It is important for our community torecognize the challenges faced by various demographics to strengthenour professionalism and empathy.Together, we must learn how to embrace our societal changesto move forward and build our community. For instance, anunresolved topic is how to safely “reopen” or conduct in-personevents. Not everyone is comfortable or ready yet. As we continue toadapt to the “new normal,” our profession will need to learn how toincorporate our virtual world with our physical world. The pandemicMultnomah Bar Association620 SW Fifth AVE., Suite 1220Portland, Oregon 97204Lawyers associated for justice, service, professionalism,education and leadership for our members and our communityPRSRT STDU.S. POSTAGEPAIDPORTLAND, ORPERMIT NO. 00082has demonstrated that we as lawyers can conduct a fair number ofevents virtually. Many started to question - do we really need allthat facetime? Of course, it can be harder to develop camaraderievirtually. Yet, the upside to virtual events is that they level the playingfield by providing opportunities to individuals who otherwisecould not participate. These individuals might include parents withyoung children who need the flexibility offered by virtual meetingsor individuals with longer commutes.Sometimes, virtual meetings - done right As we continueto adapt to theand with intention - can provide moreopportunities for members to meet new “new normal,” ourindividuals through breakout rooms,profession willinstead of the default to sticking to theneed to learn howsame group of people at an event (whichto incorporate ourI have been guilty of doing). Suffice tovirtual world withsay, even when the pandemic is over,our physical world.a mix of virtual meetings and eventsshould continue to allow that flexibilityand inclusivity. Do not worry though, I am still very much hoping theMBA can safely start hosting in-person events soon.Indeed, it is my hope that all members find the MBA to be aswelcoming a community as it has been to me, regardless of theformat. More than ever, we strive for innovative approaches, freshideas, and strong voices. That is why this year I will be hosting aVirtual Listening Session every month in which you can ask me anyquestions about the MBA, share any concerns or suggestions youhave, or just have someone to chat with. These chats will occur onthe third Wednesday of every month, from 2 to 3 p.m., with the firstone happening on September 15. If you prefer meeting one-on-oneor in person, please do not hesitate to contact me regarding how theMBA can improve or better provide value to its members. In return,I promise to engage in mindful listening, accept feedback with grace,and follow through. I hope to see you virtually during one of my chatsand I hope in person in the near future.July/August 2021Volume 67, Number 7MBA CLESummer Salep. 2When a CourtOrder is YourFriendp. 4The Courtand COVID-19TransitionalProceedingsp. 10Checking in withthe MBF Boardp. 13Characteristicsof a SuccessfulProfessionalMediatorp. 15Multnomah CountyPresiding Court UpdateThursday, September 16, Noon-1 p.m.Online Participation OnlyFREE for Members & Non-MembersMultnomah County Presiding Judge Stephen K. Bushongwill present an update on the state of the court and courtoperations in light of recent developments lifting manyrestrictions imposed during the COVID pandemic. Thisseminar is designed for attorneys at all levels of experience andquestions are strongly encouraged.Note: One hour of OSB MCLE general credit will be applied for.mba EVENTMultnomah BarAssociationAbsolutelySocialWedneday, October 13Ecotrust Building5-7 p.m.We look forward toseeing you there!Free registration atwww.bitly.com/PresidingCtUpdateContentsMember Resource Center 3Announcements 4Ethics Focus 4Pro Bono Thanks 6Around the Bar 8News From the Courthouse 10Tips From the Bench 10MBF 11,13The Corner Office 15Classifieds 16Multnomah Bar Association620 SW 5th AveSuite 1220Portland, Oregon 97204503.222.3275www.mbabar.org1
Multnomah LawyerMBA Board ofDirectorsPresidentJovita T. WangTreasurerNellie Q. BarnardSecretaryJacqueline L. AlarcónPast PresidentValerie ColasDirectorsYLS PresidentKirsten RushDavid I. BeanBen CoxSherisa Davis-LarryEryn Karpinski HoersterAruna MasihTimothy J. ReschJohn RobbGloria J. TrainorShalini VivekTheresa L. WrightSave 20% on MBA CLE webcastswith coupon codeExecutive DirectorGuy WaldenSUMMER2021Director, Events & ProgramsKathy ModieOffice & FoundationAdministratorPamela HubbsMember Services AdministratorRyan MosierOffice AdministratorLauren FairshterMBF Board of DirectorsPresidentJ. Mackenzie HoganVice PresidentVictoria BlachlySecretary/TreasurerJoseph L. FrancoPast PresidentJennifer S. WagnerDirectorsC. Marie EckertHon. Amy Holmes HehnAnit K. JindalElizabeth C. KnightMarshal P. SpectorRichard J. VangelistiTyler J. VolmThe MULTNOMAH LAWYER ispublished 11 times peryear by the Multnomah BarAssociation, 620 SW Fifth Ave.Ste. 1220, Portland, OR 97204503.222.3275Advertising is accepted;advertisers(ments) are notnecessarily endorsed by the MBA. Theeditor reserves the right to reject anyadvertisement.DEADLINE for copy: The 10th of the month*DEADLINE for display ads: The 12th of themonth**or the preceding Friday, if on a weekend.NEWSLETTER STAFF CONTACTSEditor: Guy WaldenAdvertising: Ryan MosierDesign: Cyrano Marketing SolutionsCopyright Multnomah Bar Association 2021Watch MCLE-accredited archived webcast video and browse materials on your computer or mobile device.View all available classes now at www.mbabar.org/archivedCLEAvailable seminars include:Annual Family Law UpdateApproved for two hours of General OSB MCLE credit (Program ID 77858)Multnomah County Chief Family Court Judge Susan Svetkey is joined by Sarah Bond of Zimmer Bond Fay LLC and Amy Fassler ofSchulte, Anderson, Downes, Aronson & Bittner for this annual two-hour update. Our speakers provided family law practitioners withinformation on changes, updates, and reminders regarding Multnomah County Family Court procedures and practices, as well asvaluable updates on appellate case law, including recent spousal support cases.Purchase now at www.bit.ly/FamilyLawUpdateMandatory Elder and Child Abuse ReportingApproved for one hour of Abuse Reporting OSB MCLE credit (Program ID 74369)This program helps lawyers meet their legal responsibilities as mandatory reporters, while maintaining their ethical obligations to clients.Linn Davis of the Oregon State Bar presents this dynamic and practical discussion on: Recognizing elder and child abuse; Complying with mandatory reporting requirements; and Protecting privilege and confidentiality.Linn is Assistant General Counsel for the Oregon State Bar and manages the bar’s Client Assistance Office. As Assistant Counsel, heregularly fields calls from lawyers on the bar’s Ethics Hotline. Linn formerly worked as an assistant disciplinary counsel for the bar and asa prosecutor in New York.Purchase now at www.bit.ly/MandAbuseReportingMandatory Mental Health and Substance UseApproved for one hour of Mental Health/Substance Use OSB MCLE credit (Program ID 74364)A landmark 2016 ABA/Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation national study found that attorneys are nearly twice as likely as the generalpopulation to experience problematic alcohol use, and younger attorneys (under 30) are approximately three times as likely. Reportedlevels of depression, anxiety, and stress were also significantly elevated among attorneys according to the study. Given these realities, theOregon Supreme Court approved amendments to the MCLE rules requiring mental health, substance use, and cognitive impairmenteducation. The speakers in this CLE talk about when to ask for help for yourself and for colleagues, and how to recognize when someoneneeds help. You will also hear personal stories of recovery.This seminar is presented by Senior Judge Gregory Silver, Multnomah County Circuit Court, Mae Lee Browning, Attorney at Law,Hugo Gonzalez Venegas, Oregon State Bar and Harry Wilson, Markowitz Herbold.Purchase now at www.bit.ly/MentalHealthCLEAnnual Probate UpdateApproved for two hours of Oregon Practice and Procedure OSB MCLE credit (Program ID 74370)This late-2020 update features Judge Patrick Henry, Multnomah County; Judge Susie Norby, Clackamas County; and Judge JanelleWipper, Washington County; and Tim McNeil, Davis Pagnano McNeil & Vigna LLP. The judges discuss current practices andprocedures for each of the tri-county area courts. Tim provides an update of recent case law. This program is a must for all probatepractitioners and their staff.Purchase now at www.bitly/AnnualProbateCLEGuardianships, Conservatorships and Britney SpearsApproved for 1.5 hours of general OSB MCLE credit (Program ID 81212)The contentious legal battles over Britney Spears’ conservatorship in California have sparked a renewed interest in how conservatorshipsfit into the legal system. Britney’s case has lay people and lawyers alike asking what conservatorships are, how conservatorships work, andwhy conservatorships are established in the first place. In this 90-minute CLE seminar, Jessie Minger, Cable Huston LLP, will provide anoverview of conservatorships and guardianships in Oregon, the legal standards for establishing conservatorships and guardianships, andpractical information about choosing a professional conservator or a lay person for that role.Please note that the speaker and the MBA do not endorse any particular position in Britney Spears’ case, nor will this presentationevaluate the merits of the case. This presentation is intended to use Britney’s case as a starting point to discuss the legal standards,purposes, and practical considerations of conservatorships and guardianships under Oregon law.Purchase now at www.bit.ly/ConservatorshipsBritney2www.mbabar.org
July/August 2021Member Resource CenterWelcome to the memberresource center, where you willfind information of importanceto MBA members and the legalcommunity at large.MBA Group Insurance PlansHassle-free administration andcustomization of health plans forlaw firms. In addition to attorney,firm must have at least one W2employee to be eligible.Tracey Davis, 503.485.2482 andSteve Doty, r.org/benefitsThe Bar Plan OnlineCourt BondsStreamlined court bond servicewith expedited turnaround.Kim Edgar, 1.800.843.2277www.mba.onlinecourtbonds.comNAEGELI Deposition and TrialThe leading choice nationwidefor court reporting and litigationsupport. 100 discount for firstscheduling - 10 percent discountthereafter on videographer, videodeposition, trial presentation, andvideo conferencing hourly fees.503.227.1544www.naegeliusa.comRBG-Inspired Eventby Natalie HedmanMBA Events CommitteeThe MBA was proud to present the Notorious RBGVirtual Tour on June 21 via Zoom. This event tookeveryone in attendance on a virtual tour of TheMaltz Museum of Jewish Heritage’s Notorious RBGexhibit. This exhibit was a wonderful reminderof the many challenges faced by women andminorities, and how Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburgused her practice of law to effectuate massivecultural change that will never be forgotten or takenfor granted by many of us. We are grateful to oursponsor, Morris Stannard & Batalden Family Law PC for helping usmake this wonderful opportunity possible.Legal Malpractice?Paul R. Rundle handles lawyer malpractice claimsfor plaintiffs in Oregon and WashingtonNewsletter AdvertisingMBA members enjoy reducedrates on display and classifiedadvertising in the MultnomahLawyer publication. In addition,all classifieds are posted on theMBA website.mba@mbabar.org Former Deputy District Attorney Over 25 years of litigation experience Millions of dollars recovered for victimsof lawyer malpractice Over 70 jury and bench trials in Oregon andWashington state and federal courtsClio Case & PracticeManagement SoftwareSimplify your workflow withthis cloud-based practicemanagement solution. Tenpercent lifetime discount, as wellas a seven-day free trial.landing.clio.com/multbarColumbia BankPreferred Bank of theMultnomah Bar AssociationElise Bouneff, Joe Connors orGwyn Hilden, 877.231.2265www.columbiabank.comLawPayCredit card processing intendedfor client-attorney transactions.1.866.376.0950www.lawpay.com/mbabar/ Large firm experience (associate & partner)Office DepotGlobal provider of office-relatedproducts, services and solutions.Significant discount on regularlyordered items, standard discounton all purchases.bit.ly/MBABar ODRuby ReceptionistsA virtual receptionist servicebased in Portland that seamlesslyconnects you to your callers.Lifetime eight percent discountoff all pricing plans and overageminutes to MBA members.Promo code: MBA.1.866.611.7829www.ruby.com/campaign/mba Litigated several Oregon Supreme Court appeals,including unanimous reversal in client’s favor National top-ten law schoolPaul R. RundlePortland Office: 503–234–1900Seattle Office: 206–377–7100Vancouver Office: 360–882–4488pr@rundlelaw.comExperienced * Creative * Persistentwww.rundlelaw.comUPSMBA members can save up to 26percent on their express shippingcourtesy of UPS.www.savewithups.com/multnomahbarMEDIATIONAR B I T RAT I O N25 years civil and criminaltrial experience.Legal Northwest StaffingSpecialistsDiscounted pricing on directhire and temp-to-hire placementand a quality of serviceguarantee.Anneke Haslett, 503.242.2514www.legalnw.comMULLEN ADRmollyjo@mullenadr.comMolly Jo Mullen503-901-61993
Multnomah Lawyermba announcementsEthics Focus Judicial Guidance: When aCourt Order is Your FriendStatement of Diversity Principles Available to SignThe MBA Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee invites youto sign the Statement of Diversity Principles. Read and sign thediversity statement and pledge at www.mbabar.org/diversity.by Mark J. Fucile,Fucile & Reising LLPTake a Matter that MattersSign the MBA Pro Bono Pledge at ww.mbabar.org/probonopledgeand commit to taking at least one pro bono case in 2021.Visit www.mbabar.org/probono to discover pro bonoopportunities in Multnomah County.Appellate Courts Clerkship OpportunitiesThe Oregon Judicial Department is presently acceptingapplications for its post-graduate clerkship program offered withthe appellate courts - the Oregon Court of Appeals and OregonSupreme Court. The application deadline is September 7.Interested candidates can learn more atwww.bit.ly/appellate clerkship.Noontime RidesSocial distancing will be observed and the rides will continueas scheduled. Short fast rides with hills. Meet at SW corner ofPioneer Courthouse Square (Yamhill & Broadway) between noonand 12:10 p.m., Monday and Thursday. Contact: Ray Thomas,503.228.5222, with questions, or meet at start.Lawyers often reflexively associatethe term “court order” with a“bad” outcome. In several areasof law firm risk management,however, court orders can actuallyserve important protectivefunctions. The reason is simple:acting consistent with guidancefrom a court makes it far lesslikely that the conduct involvedwill be “second guessed” if a barcomplaint or malpractice claimfollows later from a disappointedformer client or litigationopponent. In this column, we’lllook at three areas in particularwhere court orders can servethis useful protective function:determining privilege when a.acting consistentwith guidance from acourt makes it far lesslikely that the conductinvolved will be “secondguessed” if a barcomplaint or malpracticeclaim follows later.law firm client file is subpoenaed;guidance on whether witnessesare represented for purposes ofthe “no contact” rule; and seekingcourt permission to withdraw.SubpoenasSubpoenas directed to a lawfirm’s files put the firm in adifficult position. As a matter ofboth privilege under OEC 503and professional responsibilityunder RPC 1.6, a firm ordinarilyhas a duty to assert privilege andseek instructions from the client4www.mbabar.orginvolved when the firm receivesa subpoena for the client’s file.Professor Laird C. Kirkpatrickin his leading treatise, OregonEvidence, notes (at 346) thatalthough the lawyer may assertprivilege on behalf of the client,the client actually holds theprivilege. When the client hasdied, disappeared or gone outof business without any obvioussuccessor - like a personalrepresentative or a bankruptcytrustee - a law firm is effectivelyleft with a duty to assert privilegebut no client to decide whether afile (in whole or in part) shouldbe produced.In that uncomfortablesituation, a law firm can turn tothe court in the case involvedto seek guidance. Under Freasev. Glazer, 330 Or 364, 4 P3d56 (2000), a client’s file can besubmitted to a court under sealfor in camera review withoutwaiving privilege. The localrules of the court concernedshould be consulted for the latestprocedures for both sealed filingsand in camera review. MultnomahCounty Circuit Court SLRs 5.165and 5.036, for example, address,respectively, filings under sealand in camera review. Having thecourt - rather than the law firm decide privilege respects the firm’sduty to the client involved whilealso protecting it against laterassertions that it “guessed wrong.”“No Contact” RuleThe “no contact” rule - RPC4.2 - generally prohibitsdirect contact with a personrepresented by counsel onthe matter involved. Theprohibition is broad and theexceptions have generallybeen construed narrowly. Thiscombination can present veryreal practical problems if alawyer on the other side claimsto represent an importantset of potential witnesses butyou have a nagging suspicionthat the lawyer has overstatedthat authority. For example, acorporate counsel may claim torepresent “all of the company’semployees” or a plaintiff ’slawyer may claim to represent“all of the family witnesses.” InThe “no contact” rule canbe a particularly difficultrule in application andcan result in disciplineeven in the absence of“injury.”theory, a lawyer in that positioncould notice depositions of allof the witnesses involved andthen request sanctions if thewitnesses disavowed opposingcounsel’s representation.Another path, however, isto seek the court’s interventionin advance. ORS 9.350 allowsan opposing party to challengeanother attorney’s claimedauthority to represent a person. Atthe same time, RPC 4.2(b) allowsdirect contact if permitted “bycourt order[.]” Read in tandem,these provisions would allow thelawyer in our examples to file amotion seeking a determinationof opposing counsel’s authorityand an associated orderpermitting direct contact with thewitnesses involved.The “no contact” rule canbe a particularly difficult rulein application and can result indiscipline even in the absenceof “injury.” In In re Newell, 348Or 396, 234 P3d 967 (2010), forexample, a lawyer was disciplinedunder RPC 4.2 for taking thedeposition of an occurrencewitness who was represented ina separate criminal matter thatshared some common facts.Evidence obtained in violationof RPC 4.2 is also subject topotential exclusion. A far safercourse when in doubt aboutContinued on page 6
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Multnomah LawyerEthics FocusContinued from page 4whether a witness is represented,therefore, is to raise the issue withthe court.WithdrawalRPC 1.16(c) obliges lawyersto obtain “permission of atribunal when terminating arepresentation” if required bythe rules of the court concerned.In addition to meeting thatrequirement to avoid regulatorydiscipline and potential courtsanctions, a relatively recentWashington Supreme Courtdecision illustrates anotherpractical benefit of courtpermission: a defense to amalpractice claim stemmingfrom the withdrawal.Schibel v. Eymann, 399 P3d1129 (Wash 2017), involveda legal malpractice claim byformer clients against a law firmcontending the clients had beenharmed by the firm’s withdrawalas trial approached. The lawfirm, however, had receivedcourt permission to withdraw inthe underlying matter involvedfollowing a hearing at which theformer clients raised the sameobjections that formed the core oftheir later malpractice claim. Inthe subsequent legal malpracticecase, the Washington SupremeCourt held that the court’sorder in the underlying matterallowing the firm to withdrawprecluded the later malpracticeclaim as a matter of law. Even ifnot rising to the level of formalissue preclusion, the fact that acourt reviewed a client’s objectionand allowed a firm to withdrawnonetheless can produce animportant practical barrier to alater claim or bar complaint.Pro Bono VolunteersThank you to the followinglawyers who recently donatedtheir pro bono services to theChildren’s Representation Projector the Volunteer Lawyers Projectat Legal Aid Services of Oregon.Visit www.mbabar.org/probonoto discover pro bono opportunitiesin Multnomah County.London Ballard David Bean Jay Bodzin Brett Carson Jeannine Ferguson CeliaFitzwater Chip Gazzola Joel Geelan John Griffiths Shannon Hall Stacy Hankin Jonathon Himes EdwardJohnson Samuel Justice Lissa Kaufman John Koch Mark Kramer Jonathan Kuni William Kwitman ElizabethLemoine Tamara Maher Riley Makin David Malcolm Jennifer Oetter Scott Pratt Lina Rodriguez Susan Rossiter David Shannon Heidi Sherman Anne Steiner Su Suh BrennaTanzosh Lee Tyler Evans VanBuren Megan Van Kent GailVore Emery Wang PeterWillcox-Jones Todd Worthley Jacob ZahniserKitchelADRArbitration and Mediation ServicesOver 80 years of trial experiencewww.kitcheladr.comChris Kitchelchris@kitcheladr.com503.502.8861Jan Kitcheljan@kitcheladr.com503.730.0685THE PREFERRED BANKOF THE MULTNOMAH BARASSOCIATION.Dedicated to the Oregon law community.At Columbia Bank, we’ve been strengthening our relationship with Oregon law for more than 25 years.Whether serving as preferred bank to the MBA, participating as active members in a number of Oregon lawassociations or simply understanding the unique needs of the law community, we’re committed tohelping you and your firm succeed. Visit ColumbiaBank.com or call 877-272-3678.Member FDIC6www.mbabar.orgEqual Housing Lender
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Multnomah LawyerAround the Barat University of Wisconsin LawSchool in 2006, Lerner movedback to Portland to practice law,and also spent several years as avolunteer mock trial coach for hisalma mater, Lincoln High School.Jarell HuntTonkon TorpBusiness attorney Jarell Hunthas been elected to the Boardof Directors of the Brian GrantFoundation. The Foundationstrives to improve the qualityof life for those living withParkinson’s disease throughexercise and nutrition programs.Hunt is an associate in TonkonTorp’s Business Department.His practice focuses on contractdrafting and negotiation,corporate governance, regulatorycompliance, and transactionalwork - from securities offeringsand other capital raises to mergersand acquisitions.Daniel LernerDaniel Lerner also joinsCLG, bringing his experience asa litigation attorney focused onbusiness and employment relateddisputes. After receiving his JD8www.mbabar.orgTom MarshallWard GreeneMarshall will serve on the boardduring the 2021-24 term.Farleigh Wada WittWard Greene has joined thefirm as Senior Counsel. Greenehas a varied transactional andlitigation practice with a focusin commercial law, businessreorganization, bankruptcy,collections, employment lawand real estate matters. Hehas represented a number ofcreditors’ committees and debtorsin successful Chapter 11 cases,as well as represented corporateand banking clients in generalbusiness financing, transactionaland corporate matters.He has been a speaker at thebi-annual Oregon-WashingtonUniform Commercial CodeSeminar, Northwest BankruptcyInstitute, and numerous MBAand OSB seminars on UniformCommercial Code, collectionlaw, bankruptcy, real estatefinancing and lien law.Greene is the founder ofSAGE (Senior Advocates forGenerational Equity) and spendsmuch of his time promotingcauses which benefit youngerand future generations.Christine SlatteryNicole ElginBarran Liebman LLPNicole Elgin has joined the MBAYoung Lawyers Section Board ofDirectors. Elgin has been activewith the YLS since 2016, havingpreviously served as chair ofthe Pro Bono Committee, as amember of the Service to thePublic Committee, and as a 3LLiaison for Lewis & Clark LawSchool. The Barran Liebman teamis proud to support Nicole inadvancing leadership, networking,professional development, andservice opportunities in Oregon’slegal community.David HutchinsonChenoweth Law GroupThe firm is excited to announcetwo new attorney hires.David Hutchinson joinsCLG as an experiencedlitigator, focusing on businessdisputes, trust and estatelitigation, and constructionand real estate disputes. Afterreceiving his bachelor’s degreeat the University of Oregon,Hutchinson completed his lawdegree at Syracuse UniversityCollege of Law in 2014 beforemoving back to Portland tolaunch his career as an attorney.cannabis industry as a “Leaderin Their Field” by ChambersUSA, and currently serves on theexecutive committee of the OSBCannabis Law Section.The firm also welcomedattorney Christine A. Slattery.Slattery joined the employmentteam, where she providesadvice and counsel on day-today employment matters andcompliance issues, and conductworkplace
1 July/August 2021 Multnomah County Presiding Court Update Thursday, September 16, Noon-1 p.m. Online Participation Only FREE for Members & Non-Members Multnomah County Presiding Judge Stephen K. Bushong will present an update on the state of the court and court
