Legal Aid Services of Oregon

Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) seeks an Executive Director to lead this civil legal aid organization as it begins its next chapter. The organization has a staff of 101 (including 56 attorneys), eight regional offices, four statewide programs and an annual budget of approximately $13 million. This is an exciting opportunity for a strong leader with vision and creativity to build on LASO’s proud 52-year history and to expand and strengthen access to justice, empower communities, and facilitate systemic change in Oregon.   Background LASO is a not-for-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout Oregon and four specialized statewide programs provide services to farmworkers, taxpayers with tax controversies, the Native American community, and those needing pro bono referrals to the private bar.  LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program committed to advocacy strategies with the broadest possible impact on client community problems. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that recognizes the value of racial equity. LASO is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for staff and clients. LASO, an LSC funded program, works cooperatively with its sister organization, the Oregon Law Center (OLC). Together, they have a long history of providing critical legal services and act as a community resource to resolve some of the most pressing challenges facing low-income Oregon residents. LASO’s central administrative offices are based in Portland, Oregon, and its executive team engages with all its offices across the state.  LASO provides legal services that are vitally important to its clients. LASO’s legal work encompasses, among other things, family law, housing, public benefits, elder law, and employment law.  In addition to providing individual legal representation and counseling for clients, LASO does broad impact work that benefits low-income individuals through advocacy, legal self-help materials, community outreach and education, and working with coalitions to pursue common goals. LASO, working with OLC, has been a leader in the state in recognizing and addressing systemic problems affecting low-income residents. Why Legal Aid Services of Oregon? LASO has an excellent reputation and strong network of partnerships and connections throughout the region with a track record of innovation and responsiveness to community needs. The Executive Director will work with experienced LASO staff and management, a committed Board of Directors, and supportive community advocates, private lawyers, government agencies and donors. LASO provides a diverse range of vital services to more than 4,500 clients annually. An estimated 615,230 people are eligible for legal services in LASO’s footprint. Why Oregon? Oregon features diverse and beautiful landscapes that include the Oregon Coast, the Cascade Mountains and Columbia River Gorge which provide the venues for unequalled outdoor recreation opportunities including hiking, backpacking, biking, skiing, fishing, and windsurfing. Oregon’s Willamette Valley is home to numerous wineries and is known for producing some of the world’s best Chardonnay. The Willamette Valley is also the most agriculturally diverse region in Oregon producing over 170 different crops and is the nation’s largest producer of hazelnuts and cranberries and one of the largest producers of Christmas trees and grass seed.  Nike and Intel are its most well-known corporations. The University of Oregon, Oregon State University, Willamette University, Lewis and Clark College, and Reed College are the state’s major universities and colleges. Why Portland? Portland is home to Powell’s Books City of Books, the largest independent bookstore in the world that takes up a city block and has over a million titles. Portland’s city limits are also home to the 5200-acre Forest Park, which has 80 miles of hiking trails and Washington Park a 410-acre park that boasts a Japanese Garden universally considered the finest example of a Japanese Garden outside of Japan. Downtown Portland’s Saturday market is the largest continually operated outdoor market in the US. Portland is considered one of the highest-ranking restaurant towns in the United States with restaurants regularly rated among the best in North America. The restaurant scene in Portland also includes over 500 food carts that are part of a vibrant neighborhood culture. Portland’s unofficial motto is “Keep Portland Weird.” High-Priority Roles and Responsibilities for the Next Executive Director Serve as an effective ambassador for the organization, nurturing collaborative relationships with client communities, community partners, funders and grantors, elected officials, private bar and judicial leaders, private donors, and business and civic organizations throughout the state; Working to expand LASO’s corporate and foundation support and, working with Oregon’s Campaign for Equal Justice, expand the financial support necessary to carry out the organization’s activities, including from Oregon’s legal community and individual donors; Support and foster a culture that builds a sense of a statewide program with a shared mission and consistent policies, promotes mutual respect and teamwork and an environment in which staff are valued, supported and committed to the mission and work; Work with the Oregon Law Center to coordinate services in order to maximize the impact on the client communities the organizations serve; Maintain a collaborative relationship with other legal aid organizations and other antipoverty organizations in Oregon; Provide leadership and nurture the values of LASO, including access to justice, a holistic view of client services, ease of access for new clients, prioritization of strategies that address the causes of legal problems and management of staff relations; Provide regular communications to staff and Board, facilitate Board operations and provide fiscal oversight to the organization; and Implement the strategic plan for LASO. Desired Qualifications and Experience of the Successful Candidate Exhibit excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships with and to inspire the trust and confidence of LASO staff, Board members, client communities, community partners, donors, funders, and other stakeholders and allies, including the will and ability to engage in difficult conversations as circumstances may dictate; Have fundraising and/or grant writing knowledge and/or experience; Have the ability to think strategically and creatively; Possess demonstrated and exceptional leadership in managing and supervising a successful legal services organization, law firm, corporate law department, branch of a court system, relevant government agency or not-for-profit organization; Demonstrate knowledge of the laws and issues affecting low-income people and a passion for social, economic, and racial justice; Have experience in building a team environment, including working with a labor union and collective bargaining agreement, to encourage professional development of staff, and supporting staff in the program’s work; Have experience working with organizations and individuals with a variety of perspectives, including clients, staff, Board members, the public, and elected and appointed officials; Possess personal attributes including professionalism, integrity, the ability to engender confidence and trust, honesty, a strong work ethic, a sense of humor, empathy, courage, a collaborative spirit, and an openness to diverse voices; Understand financial matters, including development of budgets, compliance with grant and contract requirements, Union negotiations, and financial oversight; Be skilled at managing and allocating limited resources appropriately; Be a licensed attorney, in good standing, with the expectation that the successful candidate will be admitted, or able to be admitted, to the Oregon Bar in a reasonable period of time; Have at least ten years of legal experience as a lawyer or as a manager in the not-for-profit sector, preferably in the public interest sector, and/or with previous legal aid experience. Location This is primarily an on-site position at the Portland office.  Periodic travel throughout the state is required. Salary Projected Range of $140,000 to $160,000 D.O.E.  Excellent Fringe Benefits. Application Process Legal Aid Services of Oregon is assisted in its search by: Dennis Groenenboom, Consultant.   Materials should be submitted electronically to dgroenenboom4@gmail.com in Microsoft Word or PDF format. Candidates with questions about the position or process are encouraged to contact Dennis at the email address above or at 515-537-4242. Screening of applicants begins immediately and will continue until the time of selection.  To receive full consideration, you should submit your application materials by October 1, 2026.  To apply, submit a letter expressing your interest in the position, your qualifications for the job, bar status, and what you believe you will be able to contribute to enhance the ability of LASO to provide high-quality, client focused services into the future. Please also include a description of your personal efforts, personal or otherwise, to promote Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and the results of those efforts. Please include a resume/CV and the names and contact information for three professional references. If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact dgroenenboom4@gmail.com. LASO celebrates diversity.  LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities served and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. LASO believes that the outcome of such diversity is the organization’s greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that LASO strongly encourages applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position. For further information about Legal Aid Services of Oregon visit:  https://lasoregon.org/

The Portland Regional Office of Legal Aid Services of Oregon is seeking a bilingual (Spanish-speaking) attorney to serve domestic and sexual violence survivors in Multnomah County. The position is a hard-funded position. This will primarily be a family law caseload including representation of clients in restraining orders, divorce and custody matters with the opportunity to expand into other areas of civil litigation as it relates to survivor rights. This position will be eligible for a partial remote work option. The position is primarily funded by Oregon’s State Justice Reinvestment Grant Program and services are restricted to survivors of crime with legal matters that arise in Multnomah County. Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and three specialized statewide programs focused on services to farmworkers, people facing tax disputes and on issues impacting Native Americans. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program that is committed to advocacy strategies having the broadest possible impact on client community problems. The Portland Regional Office of LASO serves a poverty population of more than 220,000. The office serves Multnomah, Clackamas, Hood River, Sherman and Wasco counties, a diverse service area requiring the ability to work effectively with individuals from different cultures and backgrounds. The Portland Office has adopted a race equity agenda to guide its work with clients as well as its internal operations. The office has a strong commitment to building an inclusive, diverse workplace. Responsibilities Responsibilities will include conducting multiple weekly trauma-informed consultations and providing timely advice and information for survivors. For priority/high-lethality matters, the attorney will provide representation to survivors of crime, including domestic and sexual violence and stalking. The litigation caseload will include restraining orders, custody and divorce matters, and other civil legal needs. This attorney will be responsible for quarterly grant reporting alongside the Regional Director. This attorney is also expected to work closely with community-based organizations as a liaison to LASO for organizations that that serve Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) and immigrant communities to receive referrals, identify legal issues important to crime victims, conduct regular trainings and attend outreach events. Qualifications Competitive candidates will be bilingual in English and Spanish; be current members of the Oregon State Bar or are able to gain admission through reciprocity; have proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income Oregonians, specifically DV/SA survivors; experience providing trauma-informed services to survivors; enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, and willingness to work collaboratively in a high volume environment; demonstrate an understanding and commitment to anti-bias principles, demonstrate cultural competency and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression. Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $66,200 – 73,700 for 0-5 years’ experience; $75,200 – 81,200 for 6-10 years’ experience and $82,700 – $105,200 for 11-30 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience and our collective bargaining agreement. An additional $4,300 to $5,700 annually is available to bilingual staff, depending on proficiency. In addition, LASO offers a full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and paid moving expenses Closing Date Position Open Until Filled. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications Send resume and letter of interest (including a response to the supplemental question below) to: Melissa Haggerty projobs@lasoregon.org If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Trisha Baier at Trisha.Baier@lasoregon.org  Supplemental question Please provide a written response to the following question and submit as part of your application materials. Limit response to 500 words. LASO is committed to achieving justice for the low-income communities of Oregon. Our client communities include people of color, farmworkers, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, seniors, people with lived experiences of homelessness, veterans, people with disabilities, and people from other underrepresented groups. It is essential to our mission that we also work to create an inclusive and respectful workplace environment in which differences are acknowledged and valued. How do you think your personal background or experiences, professional or otherwise, have prepared you to: (1) serve our diverse client communities effectively, (2) work effectively with colleagues from backgrounds different than your own, (3) acknowledge the systemic barriers that our clients face, and (4) contribute to our efforts to achieve racial justice? Feel free to provide examples and apply various aspects of your life and personal experiences in your response. We celebrate diversity LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.

The Portland Regional Office of Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) is seeking a supervising attorney to manage and oversee the domestic relations and domestic and sexual violence practice group. The person in this position supervises staff attorneys and paralegals and assists the Regional Director in directing the legal advocacy and outreach of the office.   Background  LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs provide services to farmworkers and representation on Native American issues. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program that is committed to advocacy strategies having the broadest possible impact on client community problems. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. LASO is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients.   The Portland Regional Office of LASO serves a poverty population of more than 220,000. The office serves Multnomah, Clackamas, Hood River, Sherman and Wasco counties, a diverse service area requiring the ability to work effectively with individuals from different cultures and backgrounds.   Responsibilities  This position assists the Regional Director in managing the legal advocacy in the office, trains, onboards and supervises staff attorneys and paralegals, and handles their own limited caseload. The supervising attorney is expected to have experience solving client problems in family law matters through strategic litigation and advocacy aimed at bringing justice to low-income people in Oregon. This individual will manage complex intake systems directed at assisting clients in accessing program services, maintain relationships with community partners and help lead outreach efforts to marginalized populations.   A significant part of this position is to bring enthusiasm and excitement to the work of the office and provide positive support and mentoring to new lawyers. This person is also expected to demonstrate an understanding of anti-bias principles, cultural competency and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression and help lead the office in its effort to implement a race equity framework.  Qualifications  Five years of family law legal experience is required. Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable clients. The ideal candidate will have a broad range of poverty law experience and have experience and aptitude for supervising others and providing developmental planning for staff. Enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, and willingness to work collaboratively. Demonstrated understanding and commitment to anti-bias principles, cultural competency and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression. LASO has a hiring preference for candidates who are bilingual in Spanish and/or another language and are members of the Oregon State Bar.  Salary/Benefits  Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $75,200 – 82,700 for 0-5 years’ experience; $84,200 – 90,200 for 6-10 years’ experience and $91,700-114,200 for 11-30 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience. Additional compensation of $4,300 to $5,700 is available annually for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave; and paid moving expenses.  Applications  Send resume and letter of interest to:  Melissa Haggerty, Interim Regional Director  projobs@lasoregon.org Closing Date Review of resumes on going until application deadline. The application deadline is 12/16/2025.  Supplemental question   Please provide a written response to the following question and submit as part of your application materials. Limit response to 500 words.  LASO is committed to achieving justice for the low-income communities of Oregon. Our client communities include people of color, farmworkers, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, seniors, people with lived experiences of homelessness, veterans, people with disabilities, and people from other underrepresented groups. It is essential to our mission that we also work to create an inclusive and respectful workplace environment in which differences are acknowledged and valued. How do you think your personal background or experiences, professional or otherwise, have prepared you to: (1) serve our diverse client communities effectively, (2) work effectively with colleagues from backgrounds different than your own, (3) acknowledge the systemic barriers that our clients face, and (4) contribute to our efforts to achieve racial justice? Feel free to provide examples and apply various aspects of your life and personal experiences in your response.  We celebrate diversity  LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position . 

Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) is seeking a Regional Director for its Bend office. The Bend Regional Director leads an office of three staff attorneys and two support staff. Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve low-income individuals throughout the state and two specialized programs focus on services to farmworkers and issues impacting Native Americans. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program committed to advocacy strategies with the broadest possible impact on client community problems. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. LASO is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. Responsibilities The Regional Director is responsible for the office's overall effectiveness. Duties include supervising legal work, overseeing the career development of staff, planning and priority setting, grant compliance, budget management, and maintaining good relations with community organizations and the private bar. The Regional Director also has an independent caseload and, in that respect, has all the duties of a staff attorney. Qualifications Five years of legal experience is required. Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable clients. Legal aid experience or demonstrable involvement in poverty law issues, such as domestic violence/family law, public benefits and housing. Substantial litigation experience and excellent legal skills. This position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to promote community visibility, awareness, and collaboration. Enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, and willingness to work collaboratively. Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to anti-bias principles, cultural competency and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression. LASO has a hiring preference for candidates who are bilingual in Spanish and/or another language and are members of the Oregon State Bar. Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. The salary range is $82,700 – 90,200 for 5-10 years’ experience and $91,700-114,200 for 11-30 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience. Additional compensation of $4,300 to $5,700 annually for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave; and paid moving expenses. Closing Date Open until filled. Review of resumes beginning August 8, 2025. Applications Send resume, references, and letter of interest by email to: Jeremy Aliason , Executive Director centraljobs@lasoregon.org Supplemental question Please provide a written response to the following question and submit it as part of your application materials. Limit response to 500 words. LASO is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace centered on equity and providing an inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. How have your personal background and experiences, professional or otherwise, prepared you to contribute to our commitment to cultural responsiveness and diversity? If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact laso@hrworks-inc.com . We celebrate diversity LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.

Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) is seeking a full-time Staff Attorney for its Salem Regional Office. This position is eligible for a partial remote work option. Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs focused on services to farmworkers and on issues impacting Native Americans. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program that is committed to advocacy strategies having the broadest possible impact on client community problems.   The Salem office serves the civil legal needs of low-income residents in Marion and Polk counties. Current staff say the Salem Regional Office offers:     Collaborative litigation teams     Close-knit and diverse staff     Positive team building and professional development     Strong support on case handling       Flexible office culture that is supportive of individual interests and work-life balance       Individually tailored supervising       Ample opportunity for court experience and litigation, including administrative, federal, and appellate state court appearances Responsibilities The staff attorney will be responsible for maintaining a varied poverty law caseload that will focus on housing, family law, and administrative law matters and other substantive areas as assigned by the Regional Director. The attorney will handle all aspects of legal representation including client contact, pleading preparation, research, file maintenance, working with support staff, and hearing and trial work. Qualifications Competitive candidates will have 1- 2 years of civil or criminal litigation experience, court clerkship experience, or clinical experience, are current members of the Oregon State Bar or can gain admission through reciprocity. Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable populations. Demonstrated enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, and willingness to work as a team. Bilingual in English and Spanish, or another language spoken by our client population, preferred but not required. Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week.  Salary range is $66,200 – 73,700 for 0-5 years’ experience; $75,200 – 81,200 for 6-10 years’ experience and $82,700 - $105,200 for 11-30 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience and our Collective Bargaining Agreement.  Additional $4,300 to $5,700 annually for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and paid moving expenses. Closing Date   Open until filled. Review of resumes to begin April 24, 2025.     Applications Send resume and letter of interest to: Kelsey Tope salemjobs@lasoregon.org Supplemental question   LASO is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace centered on equity and providing an inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. How have your personal background and experiences, professional or otherwise, prepared you to contribute to our commitment to cultural responsiveness and diversity? If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org. We celebrate diversity   LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.

Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO), is seeking a full-time Bilingual (Spanish) Administrative Legal Assistant for its office in Portland. This position is eligible for a partial remote work option but will require regular in-person work at our office in Portland.   Background LASO is a statewide non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs provide additional services related to farmworker and Native American issues. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program. We are committed to advocacy and litigation strategies having the broadest possible beneficial impact on problems common in our client’s communities. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients.    The Portland Regional Office of LASO serves a poverty population of more than 220,000. The office serves Multnomah, Clackamas, Hood River, Sherman and Wasco counties, a diverse service area requiring the ability to work effectively with individuals from different cultures and backgrounds. The Portland Office has adopted a race equity agenda to guide its work with clients as well as its internal operations. The office has a strong commitment to building an inclusive, diverse workplace. Responsibilities Varied duties include:     Answer and triage high volume incoming calls and assist walk-ins.       Issue spot and screen potential clients, and schedule consultations.       Provide detailed referral information to potential clients.       Data entry and programmatic compliance support.       Meet the clerical needs of a busy law office.       Process incoming and outgoing mail.     File client documents internally.     Help maintain stock of brochures and other self-help legal materials.     Assist with accounting, billing, and other financial matters.     Submit reports, invoices, and requested information in coordination with the Central Administrative Office and other agencies.     Other receptionist/administrative support tasks as needed.     Maintain direct communication with multifaceted support staff team. Qualifications We're looking for an organized and efficient person with a cheerful ability to deal with complex office procedures, administrative grant reporting and invoicing, and a high volume of potential clients who may be in crisis and who are usually facing difficult problems. Candidates should be bilingual in English and Spanish, or another language commonly spoken by our client population. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience working in a customer service-oriented call center, law firm, legal clinic, or equivalent environment. The position requires excellent people skills and emotional intelligence, as well as sound judgment and the ability to work independently while completing tasks with a high degree of attention to detail. The position also requires the ability and willingness to work as part of an interdisciplinary and interdependent team, to support team members with workload balance, to work effectively with trauma survivors, answer phones, and provide administrative office and legal support. Experience with accounting or grant reporting, intermediate word processing and excel skills are critical to success in this role.   Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $45,200 – 50,700 for 0-5 years’ experience; $51,800 – 56,200 for 6-10 years’ experience and $57,300 - $67,200 for 11-20 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience and our Collective Bargaining Agreement. Additional compensation of $4,300 to $5,700 is available annually for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and paid moving expenses.   Closing Date Position open until filled. Review of applications to begin on April 28. Applications Send resume and letter of interest to:   Ada Sprengelmeyer projobs@lasoregon.org Supplemental question As a part of your letter of interest, please address the following:   LASO is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace centered on equity and providing an inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. How have your personal background and experiences, professional or otherwise, prepared you to contribute to our commitment to cultural responsiveness and diversity? If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org.    We celebrate diversity LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.

The Portland Regional Office of Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) is seeking a supervising attorney to manage and oversee the housing practice group. The person in this position supervises staff attorneys and paralegals and assists the Regional Director in directing the legal advocacy of the office. This position is eligible for a partial remote work option. Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve low-income individuals throughout the state and maintain two specialized programs focused on services to farmworkers and issues impacting Native Americans. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program committed to advocacy strategies with the broadest possible impact on client community problems. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients.    Responsibilities This position assists the Regional Director in managing the legal advocacy in the office, trains, onboards and supervises staff attorneys and paralegals, and handles their own caseload. The supervising attorney is expected to have experience solving client problems through strategic litigation and advocacy aimed at bringing justice to low-income people in Oregon. This individual will manage complex intake systems directed at assisting clients in accessing program services, maintain relationships with community partners and help lead outreach efforts to marginalized populations. This job also requires effective management of several grant deliverables.    A significant part of this position is to bring enthusiasm and excitement to the work of the office and provide positive support and mentoring to new lawyers. This person is also expected to demonstrate an understanding of anti-bias principles, cultural competency and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression and help lead the office in its effort to implement a race equity framework.   Qualifications Five years of legal experience required. Current Oregon State Bar membership preferred. Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable clients. The ideal candidate will have a broad range of poverty law experience and experience bringing impact litigation and advocacy to address systemic issues affecting our clients. This person should have experience and aptitude for supervising others along with a deep understanding of Oregon Landlord Tenant Law. Enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, and willingness to work collaboratively. Demonstrated understanding and commitment to anti-bias principles, cultural sensitivity and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression.    LASO has a hiring preference for candidates who are bilingual in Spanish and/or another language and are members of the Oregon State Bar. Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $75,200 – 82,700 for 0-5 years’ experience; $84,200 – 90,200 for 6-10 years’ experience and $91,700-114,200 for 11-30 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience. Additional compensation of $4,300 to $5,700 is available annually for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave; and paid moving expenses.  Closing Date Open until filled. Review of resumes to begin March 15, 2025. Applications Send resume and letter of interest to: Emily Brown-Sitnick projobs@lasoregon.org Supplemental question   LASO is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace centered on equity and providing an inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. How have your personal background and experiences, professional or otherwise, prepared you to contribute to our commitment to cultural responsiveness, diversity and inclusion? If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org. We celebrate diversity. LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.

Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) seeks two staff attorneys for its Farmworker Program. The Farmworker Program represents migrant and seasonal farm, nursery and forestry workers primarily in employment, housing, health and safety, and civil rights cases. These positions could be based at any of the listed locations; the positions are also eligible for a partial remote work option.   Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs provide services to farmworkers and representation on Native American issues. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program committed to advocacy strategies with the broadest possible impact on client community problems. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients.   The Farmworker Program consists of ten staff, including attorneys and paralegal/outreach workers. Most of our clients speak Spanish and/or one of the Mesoamerican indigenous languages such as Mixteco. We emphasize areas of the law that community members tell us are most important to them and where representation and advocacy can achieve long term change. We work together with our clients to overcome the challenges they face including systemic racism, unpaid wages, poor working conditions, unsafe housing, and other forms of discrimination and retaliation for the exercise of their legal rights. We use strategies including community education, legal representation, and systemic advocacy. Responsibilities The staff attorney will work with our team to represent agricultural workers in federal and state courts and before administrative agencies. The caseload, involving a combination of impact litigation and brief service cases, consists primarily of employment, housing, health and safety, civil rights, unemployment and tax cases. The staff attorney will also be involved in non-litigation advocacy, community education and outreach to agricultural workers and community-based groups.   Preferred Qualifications We seek applicants who have:     Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for low-income communities and other vulnerable populations;     Demonstrated understanding and commitment to anti-bias principles, cultural knowledge, cultural humility, and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression;       Excellent legal and interpersonal communication skills;       Membership in the Oregon bar, eligibility for reciprocity or a willingness to take the next bar exam;     A high degree of initiative and willingness to work both independently and collaboratively;       Ability to speak, read and write Spanish (preferred, not required);       Interest or experience in employment law;     Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed to meet client needs; and     A valid driver’s license and willingness to engage in occasional travel. Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $66,200 – 73,700 for 0-5 years’ experience; $75,200 – 81,200 for 6-10 years’ experience and $82,700 - $105,200 for 11-30 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience and our Collective Bargaining Agreement. Additional compensation of $4,300 to $5,700 is available annually for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and paid moving expenses.   Closing date Position open until filled. This is a repost.  Next review of applications to begin on April 25, 2025.   Applications Send resume and letter of interest to: Brenda Bradley, Program Director   farmworkerjobs@lasoregon.org Supplemental question As a part of your letter of interest, please address the following: LASO is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace centered on equity and providing an inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. How have your personal background and experiences, professional or otherwise, prepared you to contribute to our commitment to cultural responsiveness and diversity? If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org. We celebrate diversity LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.

Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO), is seeking a full-time Bilingual (Spanish) Administrative Legal Assistant for its office in Pendleton. This position is eligible for a partial remote work option but will require regular in-person work at our office in Pendleton. Background LASO is a statewide non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs provide additional services related to farmworker and Native American issues. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program. We are committed to advocacy and litigation strategies having the broadest possible beneficial impact on problems common in our client’s communities. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients.   Pendleton is ideally situated near national forests, natural wilderness areas and scenic waterways that offer many opportunities for outside recreational activities, with some of the most beautiful scenery in the Pacific Northwest. An historic city that retains echoes of the old west, Pendleton is in sunny northeastern Oregon, about 3 1/2 hours’ drive from Portland and Boise, 250 miles from Seattle, and 45 miles from Walla Walla, Washington. Responsibilities Varied duties include significant interaction with clients and potential clients. The position is responsible for greeting clients, screening people for eligibility, performing intakes to qualify people for services, handling busy phone lines, light accounting, and administrative support. The administrative legal assistant also provides varied support to the attorneys, provides information to clients under the direction and training of a lawyer, and gives general information or referrals to other resources when we are not able to provide services. Qualifications Prior experience in a law office is not required. The position requires excellent people skills, ability to work effectively with trauma survivors, phone, computer, and word processing skills. We're looking for an organized and efficient person with a cheerful ability to deal with complex office procedures and a high volume of clients who may be in crisis and who are usually facing difficult problems. Bilingual Spanish skills are required.   Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $45,200 – 50,700 for 0-5 years’ experience; $51,800 – 56,200 for 6-10 years’ experience and $57,300 - $67,200 for 11-20 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience and our Collective Bargaining Agreement. Additional compensation of $4,300 to $5,700 is available annually for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and paid moving expenses.   Closing Date This is a repost. Position open until filled. Review of applications to begin on January 21, 2025. Applications Send resume and letter of interest to: Joe MacNeille pendletonjobs@lasoregon.org Supplemental question As a part of your letter of interest, please address the following: LASO Pendleton is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace centered on equity and providing an inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. How have your personal background and experiences, professional or otherwise, prepared you to contribute to our commitment to cultural responsiveness and diversity?   If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org. We celebrate diversity LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.

Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) is seeking an employment law and consumer attorney for a full-time position in its Portland Regional Office. This position is eligible for a partial remote work option. Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs focused on services to farmworkers and on issues impacting Native Americans. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program that is committed to advocacy strategies having the broadest possible impact on client community problems.   The Portland Regional Office of LASO serves a poverty population of more than 220,000. The office serves Multnomah, Clackamas, Hood River, Sherman and Wasco counties, a diverse service area requiring the ability to work effectively with individuals from different cultures and backgrounds. The Portland Office has adopted a race equity agenda to guide its work with clients as well as its internal operations. The office has a strong commitment to building an inclusive, diverse workplace.  Responsibilities The staff attorney will be responsible for maintaining a varied poverty law caseload that will focus on consumer and employment law matters and other substantive areas as assigned. The attorney will handle all aspects of legal representation including client contact, pleading preparation, research, file maintenance, working with support staff, and hearing and trial work. The attorney will conduct weekly consultations and make determinations as to whether a client’s case would be considered for full representation or be provided brief service and advice. Qualifications Competitive candidates will have at least 2 years of civil or criminal litigation experience and either be current members of the Oregon State Bar or be able to gain admission through reciprocity. Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable populations. Demonstrated enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, and willingness to work as a team. Bilingual in English and Spanish, or another language spoken by our client population, preferred but not required. Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $66,200 – 73,700 for 0-5 years’ experience; $75,200 – 81,200 for 6-10 years’ experience and $82,700 - $105,200 for 11-30 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience and our Collective Bargaining Agreement. Additional $4,300 to $5,700 annually for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and paid moving expenses.   Closing Date Open until filled. Review of resumes to begin February 3, 2025.    Applications Send resume and letter of interest to: Emily Brown-Sitnick projobs@lasoregon.org Supplemental question   LASO is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace centered on equity and providing an inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. How have your personal background and experiences, professional or otherwise, prepared you to contribute to our commitment to cultural responsiveness and diversity? If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org. We celebrate diversity. LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.

Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) is seeking a full-time paralegal with a minimum of 5 years of experience. The paralegal in this position will be on a team with three attorneys to help manage multiple pro bono projects and a case catalog for direct referrals on legal issues critical to low-income communities. This position is based in LASO’s Central Office in Portland, Oregon, and is eligible for a partial remote work option. Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs focused on services to farmworkers and on issues impacting Native Americans. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program that is committed to advocacy strategies having the broadest possible impact on client community problems. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. LASO is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients   Responsibilities As part of the pro bono team, the paralegal in this position is responsible for supporting the operations of LASO’s pro bono projects. Daily responsibilities include conducting client intake and screening, client scheduling and referrals to pro bono attorneys, data entry and electronic case file management, event coordination, communicating directly with private attorneys and community partners, and may also include some contract reporting. The person in this position will work with the LASO Regional Offices to support pro bono programs and referrals statewide. This position may include occasional travel and staffing evening legal clinics and legal events. Qualifications Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable populations. Enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, proficiency in legal database software, able to multi-task, strong organization and communication skills and willingness to work collaboratively. Demonstrated understanding and commitment to anti-bias principles, cultural competency and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression. LASO has a hiring preference for candidates who are bilingual in Spanish and/or another language. Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $46.2K – 52.2K for 0-5 years’ experience; $53.4K - 58.2K for 6-10 years’ experience and $59.4K-70.2K for 11-20 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience and our Collective Bargaining Agreement. Additional annual compensation of $4,300 to $5,700 is available for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and paid moving expenses.   Closing Date   Position open until filled. Review of applications to January 15, 2025. Applications Send resume and letter of interest to: Jill Mallery probonojobs@lasoregon.org Supplemental question As a part of your letter of interest, please address the following: LASO PRO is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace centered on equity and providing an inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. Please address how your personal background and experiences, professional or otherwise, have prepared you to contribute to our commitment to cultural responsiveness and diversity.  If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org.   We celebrate diversity LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color; people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group; people who have experienced economic, social, or other barriers; people who have personally experienced discrimination or oppression; or can otherwise demonstrate a commitment to advancing our diversity mission.

Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) is seeking two bilingual (Spanish) housing attorneys for a full-time positions in its Portland Regional Office.   Consultation and Advice Attorney: this position will be responsible for providing consultations in housing law and for cases involving restraining orders. The position will be supervised by the housing supervisor. The attorney will conduct weekly consultations and make determinations as to whether a client’s case should be considered for full representation or provided brief service and advice. This is not a litigation position. Providing legal information, advice and brief service to low-income Oregonians is an essential service to our community. This position will be expected to take at least one full representation case per year to maintain relevant and working experience of the practical application of the law, and maintain evidentiary and civil procedure skills to better advise clients.    Litigation Attorney: this position will be responsible for carrying a caseload of complex fair housing and impact housing cases in Circuit Court and Federal District Court. These cases will be assigned in coordination with the housing supervisor and housing team. The attorney will also support the ongoing litigation within the program and frequently consult with colleagues regarding case handling and strategy. Both positions are eligible for a partial remote work option.   Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs focused on services to farmworkers and on issues impacting Native Americans. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program that is committed to advocacy strategies having the broadest possible impact on client community problems.   The Portland Regional Office of LASO serves a poverty population of more than 220,000. The office serves Multnomah, Clackamas, Hood River, Sherman and Wasco counties, a diverse service area requiring the ability to work effectively with individuals from different cultures and backgrounds. The Portland Office has adopted a race equity agenda to guide its work with clients as well as its internal operations. The office has a strong commitment to building an inclusive, diverse workplace.  Responsibilities The staff attorney will be responsible for maintaining a poverty law caseload that will focus on housing and other substantive areas as assigned by the Regional Director and housing supervisor.  The consultation attorney will handle all aspects of the initial consultation including eligibility screening, issue spotting, providing specific and particularized advice over the phone and in writing, and triage to case meeting for placement with a litigation attorney or referral to the appropriate community partner.   The litigation attorney will handle all aspects of legal representation including client contact, pleading preparation, research, file maintenance, working with support staff, and hearing and trial work.  Qualifications Competitive candidates will: be bilingual in English and Spanish (or another language spoken by our client population); be current members of the Oregon State Bar or are able to gain admission through reciprocity; have at least 2 years of civil or criminal litigation experience,  Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable populations. Demonstrated enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, independence and willingness to work as a team in a high volume fast-paced environment.   Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $66,200 – 73,700 for 0-5 years’ experience; $75,200 – 81,200 for 6-10 years’ experience and $82,700 - $105,200 for 11-30 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience and our Collective Bargaining Agreement. An additional $4,300 to $5,700 annually is available to bilingual staff, depending on proficiency. In addition, LASO offers a full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and paid moving expenses.    Closing Date Open until filled. Review of resumes to begin January 20, 2025. Applications Your cover letter must identify if you are applying for the Consultation and Advice position or the Litigation position.   Send resume and letter of interest to: Emily Brown-Sitnick projobs@lasoregon.org Supplemental question   LASO is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace centered on equity and providing an inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. How have your personal background and experiences, professional or otherwise, prepared you to contribute to our commitment to cultural responsiveness and inclusion of historically excluded populations in the legal system? If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org. We celebrate diversity. LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.

The Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) Statewide Tax Program seeks clerks and/or externs for summer 2025 and the 2025-2026 academic year. Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs provide services to farmworkers and representation on Native American issues. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program that is committed to advocacy strategies having the broadest possible impact on client community problems. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. LASO is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. Positions LASO is seeking law clerks for summer 2025 and the 2025-2026 academic year. Statewide Tax Program clerkships are based in Portland, but are open to applicants across the state. LASO also offers clerkship opportunities in other programs and offices. For an up-to-date list of positions, please visit LASO’s employment page: https://lasoregon.org/employment/. The typical work schedule is based on a 35-hour work week, Monday through Friday 9:00-5:00 with a one-hour lunch break. Work location can be in-office or partially remote. Extended remote and flexible work schedules may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Type of Legal Work Our Tax Program seeks to alleviate poverty through the use of the tax code; working to assist taxpayers with Limited English proficiency and other taxpayers who face disproportionate outcomes despite the “neutral” administration of the tax code. The Tax Program assists Oregonians across the state to resolve disputes with the IRS and related Department of Revenue matters, including settling tax debt through the Offer in Compromise process; installment agreements or hardship requests; representation in tax audits and in U.S. Tax Court; help with worker classification issues; and assistance in applying for innocent or injured spouse relief. Qualifications Class standing of 1L or above at time of application. Previous experience in tax or familiarity of the tax code is not necessary. Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable populations. Enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, and willingness to work collaboratively. Demonstrated understanding and commitment to anti-bias principles, cultural competency and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression. LASO has a hiring preference for bilingual candidates who speak English and Spanish or another language. LASO’s Tax Program has a hiring preference for candidates located in communities that struggle with geographic, technological, or other access-related barriers. Funding LASO will pay law clerks a salary of $7000 for 10 weeks of work, 35 hours per week, with an additional $50 per week for bilingual ability in language(s) that serve our client communities. Clerks working less than full time will be paid a pro rata equivalent. Clerks will be paid semimonthly. Closing Date Positions open until filled. Review of resumes for Summer 2025 to begin the last week of January 2025. The Tax Program accepts resumes and makes law student placements throughout the year and post-graduation. Please indicate if you would like to be considered for placements during the 2025-2026 academic year. To Apply To apply, submit a resume and cover letter, which includes your response to the supplemental question below. Please also note if you are bilingual in Spanish and/or another language and describe your level of competency. Please submit your application materials to: Shannon Garcia, Program Director, at taxjobs@lasoregon.org . The Tax Program will schedule in-person and/or virtual interviews, depending on the preference of the applicant. Those interviews will begin in February 2025 and will be conducted on a rolling basis until all positions are filled.   If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org. Supplemental question Please provide a written response to the following question and submit it as part of your application materials. Limit response to 500 words. LASO is committed to achieving justice for the low-income communities of Oregon. Our client communities include people of color, farmworkers, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, seniors, people with lived experiences of homelessness, veterans, people with disabilities, and people from other underrepresented groups. It is essential to our mission that we also work to create an inclusive and respectful workplace environment in which differences are acknowledged and valued. How do you think your personal background or experiences, professional or otherwise, have prepared you to: (1) serve our diverse client communities effectively, (2) work effectively with colleagues from backgrounds different than your own, (3) acknowledge the systemic barriers that our clients face, and (4) contribute to our efforts to achieve racial justice? Feel free to provide examples and apply various aspects of your life and personal experiences in your response. We celebrate diversity LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.

The Farmworker Program of Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) seeks clerks and/or externs for Summer 2025. Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs provide services to farmworkers and representation on Native American issues. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program that is committed to advocacy strategies having the broadest possible impact on client community problems. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. LASO is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. Positions LASO is seeking law clerks for summer 2025. Farmworker Program clerkships are available in Salem and Hillsboro. LASO also offers clerkship opportunities in other programs and offices. For an up-to-date list of positions, please visit LASO’s employment page: https://lasoregon.org/employment/. The typical work schedule is based on a 35-hour work week, Monday through Friday 9:00-5:00 with a one-hour lunch break. Work location can be in-office or could be partially remote. Extended remote and flexible work schedules may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Type of Legal Work   LASO’s Farmworker Program represents agricultural workers in cases that involve employment, housing, unemployment, and civil rights issues. Law clerks will work on many aspects of client services including outreach to labor camps and community organizations, legal research and writing, conducting client interviews, and drafting administrative complaints and pleadings. Qualifications Class standing of 1L or above at time of application. Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable populations. Enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, and willingness to work collaboratively. Demonstrated understanding and commitment to anti-bias principles, cultural competency and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression. LASO has a hiring preference for bilingual candidates who speak English and Spanish or another language. For Farmworker Program positions, Spanish language proficiency is highly preferred. Funding Law clerks will be paid a salary of $7000 for 10 weeks of work, with an additional $50 per week for bilingual ability in language(s) that serve our client communities. Clerks will be paid semimonthly. LASO will also coordinate with fellowship programs. Closing Date Positions open until filled. Review of resumes to December 20th and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only if there are still positions available, LASO will interview at the Northwest Public Service Career Fair. To apply there, see instructions here: https://law.lclark.edu/nwconsortium/nw-public-service-career-fair/. Materials are due there by January 9, 2025 at 8 a.m. To Apply To apply, submit a resume and cover letter, which includes your response to the supplemental question below. Please also note if you are bilingual in Spanish and/or another language and describe your level of competency. Please send your application materials to: Paloma Dale at paloma.dale@lasoregon.org If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org. Supplemental question Please provide a written response to the following question and submit it as part of your application materials. Limit response to 500 words. LASO is committed to achieving justice for the low-income communities of Oregon. Our client communities include people of color, farmworkers, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, seniors, people with lived experiences of homelessness, veterans, people with disabilities, and people from other underrepresented groups. It is essential to our mission that we also work to create an inclusive and respectful workplace environment in which differences are acknowledged and valued. How do you think your personal background or experiences, professional or otherwise, have prepared you to: (1) serve our diverse client communities effectively, (2) work effectively with colleagues from backgrounds different than your own, (3) acknowledge the systemic barriers that our clients face, and (4) contribute to our efforts to achieve racial justice? Feel free to provide examples and apply various aspects of your life and personal experiences in your response. We celebrate diversity LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.

Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) seeks clerks and/or externs for Summer 2025. Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs provide services to farmworkers and representation on Native American issues. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program that is committed to advocacy strategies having the broadest possible impact on client community problems. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. LASO is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. Positions LASO is seeking law clerks for summer 2025. General clerkship positions are available in our regional offices in Albany, Pendleton, Portland, Roseburg, and Salem. LASO also offers the following additional clerkship opportunities: Farmworker Program clerkships are available in Salem and Hillsboro. Statewide Tax Clinic clerkships are available in Portland. For the full Farmworker Program and Statewide Tax Clinic clerkship descriptions, please visit LASO’s employment page: https://lasoregon.org/employment/. The typical work schedule is based on a 35-hour work week, Monday through Friday 9:00-5:00 with a one-hour lunch break. Work location can be in-office or partially remote. Extended remote and flexible work schedules may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Type of Legal Work Clerkships in the regional offices (including Albany, Pendleton, Portland, Roseburg, and Salem) will have an emphasis on domestic violence, family law, housing, and/or public benefits, depending on office need and the interests of the clerk, all within a framework of providing trauma-informed care. Under the supervision of staff attorneys, law clerks will work on many aspects of client services, which could include: Conducting trauma-informed client intake and interviews, including staffing various subject-specific intake shifts and hotlines; Providing information and brief advice to potential clients; Providing litigation support; Document drafting; Legal research and writing; and As eligible: Represent clients as certified law students in protective order hearings and administrative hearings. Qualifications Class standing of 1L or above at time of application. Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable populations. Enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, and willingness to work collaboratively. Demonstrated understanding and commitment to anti-bias principles, cultural competency and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression. LASO has a hiring preference for bilingual candidates who speak English and Spanish or another language. Funding Law clerks will be paid a salary of $7000 for 10 weeks of work, with an additional $50 per week for bilingual ability in language(s) that serve our client communities. Clerks will be paid semimonthly. LASO will also coordinate with fellowship programs. Closing Date Positions open until filled. Review of resumes to begin November 25, 2024, and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only if there are still positions available, LASO will interview at the Northwest Public Service Career Fair. To apply there, see instructions here: https://law.lclark.edu/nwconsortium/nw-public-service-career-fair/. Materials are due there by January 9, 2025 at 8 a.m. To Apply To apply, submit a resume and cover letter, which includes your response to the supplemental question below. Please also note if you are bilingual in Spanish and/or another language and describe your level of competency. Submit a copy of your application materials to all offices in which you are interested in working: Albany: albanyjobs@lasoregon.org Attn: Alivia Stretch, Regional Director Pendleton: pendletonjobs@lasoregon.org Attn: Joe MacNeille, Regional Director Portland: projobs@lasoregon.org Attn: Emily Brown Sitnick, Regional Director Roseburg: rosejobs@lasoregon.org Attn: Joan Marie Michelsen, Regional Director Salem: salemjobs@lasoregon.org Attn: Kelsey Tope, Regional Director If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org. Supplemental question Please provide a written response to the following question and submit it as part of your application materials. Limit response to 500 words. LASO is committed to achieving justice for the low-income communities of Oregon. Our client communities include people of color, farmworkers, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, seniors, people with lived experiences of homelessness, veterans, people with disabilities, and people from other underrepresented groups. It is essential to our mission that we also work to create an inclusive and respectful workplace environment in which differences are acknowledged and valued. How do you think your personal background or experiences, professional or otherwise, have prepared you to: (1) serve our diverse client communities effectively, (2) work effectively with colleagues from backgrounds different than your own, (3) acknowledge the systemic barriers that our clients face, and (4) contribute to our efforts to achieve racial justice? Feel free to provide examples and apply various aspects of your life and personal experiences in your response. We celebrate diversity LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.

Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO), is seeking a full-time Legal Assistant / Intake Specialist for its office in Albany.  This position is eligible for a partial remote work option. Background LASO is a statewide non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs provide additional services related to farmworker and Native American issues. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program.  We are committed to advocacy and litigation strategies having the broadest possible beneficial impact on problems common in our client’s communities. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients.    The Albany Regional Office provides advice and representation to low-income residents in Linn and Benton counties. Located in the Willamette Valley at the confluence of the Calapooia River and the Willamette River in both Linn and Benton counties, just 20 minutes east of Corvallis and about 30 minutes south of Salem. Albany has a population of around 56,000 while Corvallis boasts a population of just under 60,000. Responsibilities     Meet the clerical needs of a busy law office.       Provide support for lawyers in preparing, revising and finalizing legal documents.     Identify legal issues.     Screen and schedule potential clients.     Answer incoming calls and assist walk-ins.     Provide detailed referral information.     Process incoming and outgoing mail.     File client documents.     Create and destroy client files.     Maintain stock of brochures and other self-help legal materials.     Other receptionist /office support tasks as needed. Qualifications The position requires excellent people skills, ability to work effectively with trauma survivors, phone, computer, and word processing skills. We're looking for an organized and efficient person with a cheerful ability to deal with complex office procedures and a high volume of clients who may be in crisis and who are usually facing difficult problems.  Bilingual in English and Spanish, or another language spoken by our client population, preferred but not required. Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $44,200 – 49,700 for 0-5 years’ experience; $50,800 – 55,200 for 6-10 years’ experience and $56,300 - $66,200 for 11-20 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience and our Collective Bargaining Agreement. Additional compensation of $4,300 to $5,700 is available annually for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and paid moving expenses.   Closing Date Position open until filled. Review of applications to begin on October 23, 2024. Applications Send resume and letter of interest to: Alivia Stretch albanyjobs@lasoregon.org Supplemental question As a part of your letter of interest, please address the following: LASO is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace centered on equity and providing an inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. How have your personal background and experiences, professional or otherwise, prepared you to contribute to our commitment to cultural responsiveness and diversity? If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org.  We celebrate diversity LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.

Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) is seeking three full-time attorneys to provide residential eviction defense services to low-income tenants including tenant rights advice, negotiation with adverse parties, and representation in F.E.D. trials. These are grant funded positions of limited duration, currently funded through the end of 2025. One position will be based in Bend, one in Pendleton, and one in Salem. All positions require the successful applicant to work in person at the office where the position is based.  A partial remote work option within the state of Oregon is also available. Background   LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve low-income individuals throughout the state and maintain two specialized programs focused on services to farmworkers and issues impacting Native Americans. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program committed to advocacy strategies with the broadest possible impact on client community problems. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. LASO is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. Responsibilities The attorney will handle a housing caseload of clients who have been served residential termination notices or who have active eviction cases filed in circuit court. The attorney will regularly appear in eviction court. Responsibilities include regular review of eviction docket filings, outreach to and collaboration with community-based partners for tenant education, and creation of tenant-facing resources. The positions will provide representation in courts state-wide. Qualifications   Current Oregon State Bar membership required. Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income Oregonians. Enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, and willingness to work collaboratively. LASO has a hiring preference for candidates who are bilingual in Spanish and/or another language frequently spoken by the communities we serve. Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $66,200 – 73,700 for 0-5 years’ experience; $75,200 – 81,200 for 6-10 years’ experience and $82,700 - $105,200 for 11-30 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience and our Collective Bargaining Agreement. An additional $4,300 to $5,700 annually is available to bilingual staff, depending on proficiency. In addition, LASO offers a full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and paid moving expenses.   Closing Date Open until filled. Review of resumes to begin October 4, 2024. Applications Please send your resume and letter of interest to each office where you would like to apply: bendjobs@lasoregon.org pendletonjobs@lasoregon.org salemjobs@lasoregon.org As a part of your letter of interest, please address the following: LASO is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace centered on equity and providing an inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. How have your personal background and experiences, professional or otherwise, prepared you to contribute to our commitment to cultural responsiveness and diversity?   If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org.  We celebrate diversity LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.

Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) seeks a bilingual (Spanish/English) supervising attorney for its Farmworker Program. The Farmworker Program represents migrant and seasonal farm, nursery and forestry workers primarily in employment, housing, health and safety, and civil rights cases. This position is eligible for a partial remote work option. Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs provide services to farmworkers and representation on Native American issues. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program committed to advocacy strategies with the broadest possible impact on client community problems. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients.   The Farmworker Program consists of ten staff, including attorneys and paralegal/outreach workers. Most of our clients speak Spanish and/or one of the Mesoamerican indigenous languages such as Mixteco. We emphasize areas of the law that community members tell us are most important to them and where representation and advocacy can achieve long term change. We work together with our clients to overcome the challenges they face including systemic racism, unpaid wages, poor working conditions, unsafe housing, and other forms of discrimination and retaliation for the exercise of their legal rights. We use strategies including community education, legal representation, and systemic advocacy. Responsibilities The Supervising Attorney will supervise farmworker program staff and will represent farmworkers in federal and state courts and before administrative agencies. The caseload consists primarily of employment, housing, health and safety and civil rights cases. The Supervising Attorney will also be involved in community education, including migrant labor camp visits, which may include occasional overnight travel. In addition to serving clients and supervising staff, the supervising attorney will be expected to spend substantial time working on cases or projects designed to achieve broad impact on significant problems facing agricultural workers in Oregon.   Requirements We seek applicants who have:     Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for low-income communities and other vulnerable populations;     Demonstrated understanding and commitment to anti-bias principles, cultural knowledge, cultural humility, and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression;       A minimum of five years of legal experience, including substantial litigation experience;       Excellent legal and interpersonal communication skills;       Membership in the Oregon bar, eligibility for reciprocity or a willingness to take the next bar exam;     A high degree of initiative and willingness to work both independently and collaboratively;       Ability to speak, read and write Spanish;       Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed to meet client needs; and     A valid driver’s license.    Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. The salary range is $82,700 – 90,200 for 5-10 years' experience and $91,700 - $114,200 for 11-30 years' experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience. An additional $4,300 to $5,700 annually is available for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. This position also offers a full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and paid moving expenses.  Closing date Position open until filled. This is a repost.  Review of applications to begin on November 11, 2024. Applications Send resume and letter of interest to: Brenda Bradley, Program Director   farmworkerjobs@lasoregon.org Supplemental question As a part of your letter of interest, please address the following: LASO is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace centered on equity and providing an inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. How have your personal background and experiences, professional or otherwise, prepared you to contribute to our commitment to cultural responsiveness and diversity? If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org.    We celebrate diversity LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.

Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) is seeking a full-time Staff Attorney for its Salem Regional Office. This position is eligible for a partial remote work option. Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs focused on services to farmworkers and on issues impacting Native Americans. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program that is committed to advocacy strategies having the broadest possible impact on client community problems.   The Salem office serves the civil legal needs of low-income residents in Marion and Polk counties. Current staff say the Salem Regional Office offers: ·    Collaborative litigation teams ·    Close-knit and diverse staff ·    Positive team building and professional development ·    Strong support on case handling ·    Flexible office culture that is supportive of individual interests and work-life balance ·    Individually tailored supervising ·    Ample opportunity for court experience and litigation, including administrative, federal, and appellate state court appearances Responsibilities The staff attorney will be responsible for maintaining a varied poverty law caseload that will focus on housing, family law, and administrative law matters and other substantive areas as assigned by the Regional Director. The attorney will handle all aspects of legal representation including client contact, pleading preparation, research, file maintenance, working with support staff, and hearing and trial work. Qualifications Competitive candidates will have 1- 2 years of civil or criminal litigation experience, court clerkship experience, or clinical experience, are current members of the Oregon State Bar or can gain admission through reciprocity. Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable populations. Demonstrated enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, and willingness to work as a team. Bilingual in English and Spanish, or another language spoken by our client population, preferred but not required. Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week.  Salary range is $66,200 – 73,700 for 0-5 years’ experience; $75,200 – 81,200 for 6-10 years’ experience and $82,700 - $105,200 for 11-30 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience and our Collective Bargaining Agreement.  Additional $4,300 to $5,700 annually for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency.  Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and paid moving expenses. Closing Date (rolling until filled) Open until filled. Review of resumes to begin September 23, 2024. Applications Send resume and letter of interest to: salemjobs@lasoregon.org Supplemental question LASO is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace centered on equity and providing an inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. How have your personal background and experiences, professional or otherwise, prepared you to contribute to our commitment to cultural responsiveness and diversity? If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org. We celebrate diversity LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.

The Portland Regional Office of Legal Aid Services of Oregon is seeking a full-time staff attorney with 3 years or more litigation experience to join our bustling family law and immigration practice group. The position is a general civil litigator with an emphasis on serving domestic and sexual violence survivors in Hood River, Sherman, Wasco, Clackamas, and Multnomah counties. This position will primarily carry a family law caseload including representation of clients in restraining orders, divorce and custody matters but also in immigration and has the possibility to practice in other areas as deemed appropriate by the office and employee.   Background LASO is a statewide non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs provide additional services related to farmworker and Native American issues. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program.  We are committed to advocacy and litigation strategies having the broadest possible beneficial impact on problems common in our client’s communities. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients.    The Portland Regional Office of LASO serves a poverty population of more than 220,000. The office serves Multnomah, Clackamas, Hood River, Sherman and Wasco counties, a diverse service area requiring the ability to work effectively with individuals from different cultures and backgrounds. The Portland Office has adopted a race equity agenda to guide its work with clients as well as its internal operations. The office has a strong commitment to building an inclusive, diverse workplace. Responsibilities The staff attorney will be responsible for conducting trauma informed initial client meetings (intake) and representing survivors of crime, including domestic and sexual violence and stalking. The litigation caseload will primarily include restraining orders, custody and divorce matters, and other civil legal needs. This attorney is also expected to work closely with community-based organizations as a liaison to LASO for organizations that that serve Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) and immigrant communities to receive referrals, identify legal issues important to crime victims. This position will also be expected to engage in collaborative development of their counterparts within the program and support the ongoing effort to enhance service models.   Qualifications Competitive candidates will have experience in civil litigation and family law, a proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable populations, specifically DV/SA survivors; experience providing trauma-informed services to survivors; enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, and willingness to work collaboratively; as well as a demonstrated understanding and commitment to anti-bias principles, cultural competency and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression. Candidates should be bilingual in English and Spanish, another language commonly spoken by our client population, or have extensive experience working with interpreters in litigation settings. Candidates should also have a minimum of 3 years of litigation experience. Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $66,200 – 73,700 for 0-5 years’ experience; $75,200 – 81,200 for 6-10 years’ experience and $82,700 - $105,200 for 11-30 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience and our Collective Bargaining Agreement. Additional $4,300 to $5,700 annually for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and paid moving expenses.   Closing Date Open until Filled.  This is a repost.  Review of resumes to begin on November 15, 2024. Applications Send resume and letter of interest to: Emily Brown-Sitnick projobs@lasoregon.org Supplemental question As a part of your letter of interest, please address the following: LASO is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace centered on equity and providing an inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. How have your personal background and experiences, professional or otherwise, prepared you to contribute to our commitment to cultural responsiveness and diversity?   If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org.  We celebrate diversity. LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.