Six degrees of Richard Nixon
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, […]
All in the family …
When you’re good, you’re good. Just ask Perkins Coie, which recently found out it had been named among the country’s top ten most family friendly law firms. Again. In the […]
Attorney Kathy Hall’s horse sense
Kathy Hall has always loved horses. She began riding lessons as a girl and continued up until her freshman year of college. Hall returned to riding after earning a bachelor’s […]
Barran Liebman adds Laura Salerno Owens
Laura Salerno Owens has joined Barran Liebman as an associate attorney. A graduate of the University of Oregon Law School, she focuses her practice on employment litigation and advice. She […]
U.S.-China political tiffs do little to dampen robust legal, business gains
Diplomatic relations between the U.S. and China may be tense due to continued fencing over human rights issues, but for two Portland lawyers who regularly do business in China, the […]
Round 1: Evan Schechter’s MMA bout brings mixed results
Evan Schechter’s odyssey to raise money for Doernbecher Children’s Hospital Foundation came to an end with a good-news-bad-news conclusion Last year, Schechter set out to improve his physical fitness by […]
A somber anniversary, a ragtag militia and a president has a ball
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, […]
Husbands earns industry honor
Joshua Husbands, a partner in the Portland office of Holland & Knight, has been named a fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Council. Husbands focuses his practice […]
Family mediator moonlights as street musician
Upon graduating from Haverford College with bachelor’s degrees in political science and philosophy, Josh Kadish explored a couple of professions before deciding on law school. He worked as a carpenter. […]
Ray joins Barran Liebman
Sean P. Ray has joined Barran Liebman as an associate attorney. Ray received a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from University of Portland and a law degree from University of […]
A racial chasm, a country club prison and hooray for Law Day!
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, […]
Recession’s impacts take center stage during family law seminar
The Oregon chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers provides a biannual seminar on family law for members of the Oregon State Bar. While the topics are generally similar […]
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
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- 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 — 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







