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Clinton takes the stand, women get the vote and Ike adds paradise
It’s been said that there’s no time like the present. But where we are now is often the result of where we’ve been in the past. With that in mind, […]
Schwabe hires Michael Moore
Michael Moore has joined Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt in the firm鈥檚 Portland office. More received his law degree from The George Washington University Law School and is a member of […]
Award, new experiences draw local lawyers to HNBA convention
A trio of Portland attorneys each has a unique experience awaiting them when the Hispanic National Bar Association convention kicks off in Seattle next week. Roman Hernandez, a Schwabe, Williamson […]
Tom Balmer: Chief justice robes hide a rock-and-roll heart
One would not necessarily expect to find the Oregon Supreme Court鈥檚 chief justice rocking out to the Decemberists or the Shins at the Crystal Ballroom 鈥� unless one knew Tom […]
Canadian attorney finds it鈥檚 a dog鈥檚 life in Portland
Canadian lawyer Bruce Carlini and his wife, Julia, took up temporary residence in Portland just a few weeks ago, and already they have discovered the region鈥檚 wealth of hiking trails […]
Schwabe’s Howell appointed to two ABA positions
Portland attorney Bruce Howell has been appointed to two leadership positions in the American Bar Association鈥檚 health law section. Howell is a partner in the Portland office of Schwabe, Williamson […]
Volunteer work helps Elizabeth Lemoine craft a legal career
In its annual recognition of its volunteers, the Senior Law Project chose this year to honor two Portland attorneys. Briefly Legal talked with co-recipient Elizabeth Lemoine this week. Next week, […]
A dark day in criminal history and the U.S. Patent Office rocks
It’s been said that there’s no time like the present. But where we are now is often the result of where we’ve been in the past. With that in mind, […]
Wyse Kadish adds Meagan Robbins
Meagan Robbins has joined Wyse Kadish LLP as an associate. Robbins received her law degree in 2011 from Lewis & Clark Law School. She will focus her practice on family […]
Sabovik moves into partner seat at Bullard
Jennifer A Sabovik has been named a partner at Portland-based Bullard Law. Since 2008, she has been named to the Oregon Super Lawyers’ 鈥淩ising Star鈥� list. Her practice focuses on […]
Lawyers, legislators work to restore judicial funding in 2013
Oregon鈥檚 Legislature doesn鈥檛 reconvene for another six months, but the state judicial system already is planning its strategy for the next session. As Tom Balmer, Oregon Supreme Court chief justice, […]
Marriage, family and the law: The tale of a husband-wife legal team
For Angela and Alec Laidlaw, who met during their 1L section at the University of San Diego鈥檚 law school, friendship turned to romance during their third year. They kept their […]
News
- $960,000 office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 10, 2026
- Two projects in historic districts in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 10, 2026
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
Commentary
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
