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OP-ED: Taking on NIMBY and the agents of CAVE
Battling NIMBY (Not in My Back Yard) and the agents of CAVE (Citizens Against Virtually Everything) can appear a daunting task more suited to comic book heroes than developers. But taking on these forces ahead of a project can reap rewards for those who know how to present their development well.
Miller Nash attorney finds music makes the world go round
Portland attorney Carla Kelley just returned from a trip to Wales, but it wasn't her legal life that led her there. It was her other passion: singing.
OP-ED: Medical information requests can be tricky
Banu Ramachandran says employers can lawfully ask employees about medical information for a variety of reasons, including to accommodate a disability or to provide required leave.
Marten Law adds Terry Uhling
LAW Marten Law, which has a Portland office, recently added Terry Uhling as a partner. He is a veteran agribusiness and natural resources attorney, and will work closely with the […]
OP-ED: Infrastructure needs of a growing neighborhood
Welcome back to the recurring chronicle of two of Portland’s fastest changing neighborhoods, the South Waterfront and the Central Eastside. Past columns have touched on the construction and naming […]
Farleigh Wada Witt’s David Ludwig elected youth symphony president
LAW David Ludwig, a shareholder with Farleigh Wada Witt, recently was elected president of the Metropolitan Youth Symphony. His two?year term began July 1. He has served as a member […]
Sussman Shank’s Cliff Davidson honored
LAW Sussman Shank attorney Cliff Davidson recently was recognized by the National LGBT Bar Association as one of its Best LGBT Lawyers Under 40 for 2014. Honorees have distinguished themselves […]
Garvey Schubert Barer adds Patrick Conti
LAW Garvey Schubert Barer recently added Patrick Conti as a litigation associate in its Portland office. He focuses on intellectual property litigation, intellectual property transactions, commercial litigation and class actions. […]
OP-ED: Project owners ought to close the loop
During a busy development project, it’s often difficult for an owner to take time to manage all the details related to the performance of its contractor or designer. Tackling […]
Miller Nash’s Carla Kelley elected to board
LAW Miller Nash LLP government and regulatory attorney Carla Kelley recently was elected to the Oregon Repertory Singers’ board of directors. She will serve as board secretary. ORS is a […]
Tonkon Torp’s Jeff Bradford appointed to board
LAW Tonkon Torp attorney Jeff Bradford recently was appointed to the board of directors of the Federal Bar Association’s Oregon chapter. He is an associate in the firm’s litigation department […]
OP-ED: The importance of an inheritance trust
Dede and Jay were married with two daughters: Ella and Sophie. When Dede’s parents died, she inherited $400,000. Tragically, a few years later, Dede died and Jay inherited all […]
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
