Oregon State Bar

“We all play a part in overcoming the challenges to our profession – and, ultimately, in increasing access to justice for all Oregonians.” ? In a new column, Chief Justice Meagan Flynn discusses why growing Oregon’s legal community is important right now, programs that could help and how individuals can get involved: https://lnkd.in/gctpeGps

Over the years, The Legal Writer has offered lots of guidance on the use of “which” and “that.” Still, the debate rages on. This month’s column explains the which/that discourse and the rules we can all agree on: https://lnkd.in/g7yyCs5X

“Most people can accept an outcome as long as they feel they’ve been heard and you truly listened to them, and that they’ve been treated with respect. And that’s the goal, to give these people a forum where sometimes these difficult issues can be resolved.” ? Judge Michael Sullivan has won the Edwin J. Peterson Professionalism Award. In an interview with the Bulletin, Sullivan discusses his retirement, presiding over the longest trial in Oregon history and the importance of treating everyone with respect: https://lnkd.in/grBPfKd6

Linda Navarro, who helped turn Oregon’s IOLTA program into nation-wide example of success that has raised millions of dollars for legal aid, has won the President’s Public Leadership Award. Read about her “revolutionary” approach to collaboration here: https://lnkd.in/grBPfKd6

This Friday, you’re invited to a free?virtual?CLE hosted by OSB president David Rosen, OSB director of diversity and inclusion JB Kim, and author, mindfulness and yoga teacher Rolf Gates. Learn how to reset the biases and stories that influence the legal profession, realign with your core values and take charge of your legacy in the legal field. ? The CLE takes place Friday, November 15 from noon-1:30 pm?on Zoom. Pre-register here:?https://lnkd.in/gB5V98v7

It is bittersweet for us to announce the retirement of Susan Grabe from the Oregon State Bar after many years of dedicated service. As the Chief Communications and Public Affairs Officer, Susan has been a tireless advocate for our mission, shaping policy and advancing initiatives that reflect our core values. Her expertise was vital in building the Bar’s branding and reputation, and her contributions have helped foster meaningful change in the courts, the justice system and in the legal communities we serve. This has benefited all Oregonians. As we celebrate her remarkable career, we will also begin the recruitment process to backfill her critical role. Please join us in congratulating Susan on her retirement. We appreciate her and wish her all the best in this new chapter. Susan Grabe Helen Hierschbiel Ankur Doshi

It is bittersweet for us to announce the retirement of Susan Grabe from the Oregon State Bar after many years of dedicated service. As the Chief Communications and Public Affairs Officer, Susan has been a tireless advocate for our mission, shaping policy and advancing initiatives that reflect our core values. Her expertise was vital in building the Bar’s branding and reputation, and her contributions have helped foster meaningful change in the courts, the justice system and in the legal communities we serve. This has benefited all Oregonians. As we celebrate her remarkable career, we will also begin the recruitment process to backfill her critical role. Please join us in congratulating Susan on her retirement. We appreciate her and wish her all the best in this new chapter. Susan Grabe Helen Hierschbiel Ankur Doshi

You’re invited to the Oregon Public Defense Commission’s informational session about its plans to implement a financial and case management system. The session takes place in-person and virtually tomorrow, which is also the last day to complete a survey about the plans. Find tomorrow’s live stream here: https://lnkd.in/gYWb4iUg Fill out the survey here: https://lnkd.in/gG7Pst5T

Stephen Higgs has won the President's Sustainability Award?for his work as executive director of Senior Advocates for Generational Equity.? ? "There is so much talent and experience in the older population. We view older adults as one of America's most amazing assets," Higgs tells the Bulletin: https://lnkd.in/gjkh3J3R