Contract Lawyering, with Vivian Solomon (S3:E3)

Contract Lawyering, with Vivian Solomon (S3:E3)

Oregon Reporter Podcast Contract Lawyering with Vivian Solomon  Date of Publishing: July 7, 2026 MCLE ID No: 135024 (Pending Approval by the OSB MCLE department) ***********************************  This episode of the Oregon Reporter Podcast qualifies you for one Practical Skills MCLE Credit (upon its approval by the OSB MCLE department), which can be self-reported on your MCLE transcript.  For Instructions on self-reporting this credit, click HERE [https://www.oregonreporterpodcast.com/mcle-reporting-instructions].  ***********************************  Show Notes: * PLF Contract Lawyering Checklist  [https://assets.osbplf.org/forms/practice_forms/checklist-for-lawyers-working-as-independent-contractors.pdf] * Common Issues and Considerations [https://assets.osbplf.org/forms/practice_forms/contract-lawyering-common-issues-and-considerations.pdf] * Contract Project Intake Sheet [https://assets.osbplf.org/forms/practice_forms/contract-project-intake-sheet.docx] * Contract Project Letter of Understanding [https://assets.osbplf.org/forms/practice_forms/contract-project-letter-of-understanding-for-independent-contractors.docx] * Letter Declining Contract Project [https://assets.osbplf.org/forms/practice_forms/letter-declining-contract-project.docx] * Contract Project Assignment [https://assets.osbplf.org/forms/practice_forms/project-assignment.docx]   Though Vivian assured us she is not currently seeking new contracts, you can find her website HERE [https://viviansolomon.com/] ***********************************  This Episode’s Sponsors:  CC Reporting: providing remote court reporting services across the state of Oregon, and in-person coverage from Salem to Medford. Schedule online at CCReporting.com [http://ccreporting.com/]. CC Reporting: we've got you covered.  Watkinson Laird Rubenstein: serving Oregon for 30 years from offices in Eugene, Roseburg, Grants Pass, and Bend.  Business Law, Estate Planning, Real Estate transactions, and Civil Litigation.  Visit wlrlaw.com [http://wlrlaw.com/] for more information. ***********************************  Support The Oregon Reporter Podcast:  Support us at patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast [http://patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast] *********************************** Intro/Outro Music:  “Happy Boy Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com [http://incompetch.com/]) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License Creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2FCreativecommons.org%2Flicenses%2Fby.3.0%2F&token=a993eb-1-1593519159485] “Happy Boy End Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com [http://incompetch.com/]) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License Creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2FCreativecommons.org%2Flicenses%2Fby.3.0%2F&token=a993eb-1-1593519159485] All Rights Reserved by Oregon Reporter Podcast, LLC; no part of this show may be reproduced, distributed, or adapted without permission.  For all inquiries: info@oregonreporterpodcast.com

Beyond the Bar: People Skills for Attorneys, with Amanda Hvass (S3:E2)

Oregon Reporter Podcast Beyond the Bar: People Skills for Attorneys, with Amanda Hvass  Date of Publishing: June 1, 2026 MCLE ID No: 134472 (Pending Approval by the OSB MCLE department) ***********************************  This episode of the Oregon Reporter Podcast qualifies you for one Practical Skills CLE Credit (upon its approval by the OSB MCLE department), which can be self-reported on your MCLE transcript.  For Instructions on self-reporting this credit, click HERE [https://www.oregonreporterpodcast.com/mcle-reporting-instructions].  ***********************************  Show Notes This month we meet with Leadership and Team Development Consultant, Amanda Hvass [https://www.positive-impact-consulting.com/about] to discuss people skills for attorneys, framing our conversation through the Allenbaugh Associates INTERACT Personal Strength Profile [https://www.allenbaugh.com/interact-personal-strengths-profile/] system.  ***********************************  This Episode’s Sponsors:  CC Reporting: providing remote court reporting services across the state of Oregon, and in-person coverage from Salem to Medford. Schedule online at CCReporting.com [http://ccreporting.com]. CC Reporting: we've got you covered.  Watkinson Laird Rubenstein: serving Oregon for 30 years from offices in Eugene, Roseburg, Grants Pass, and Bend.  Business Law, Estate Planning, Real Estate transactions, and Civil Litigation.  Visit wlrlaw.com [http://wlrlaw.com/] for more information. ***********************************  Support The Oregon Reporter Podcast:  Support us at patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast [http://patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast] *********************************** Intro/Outro Music:  “Happy Boy Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com [http://incompetch.com/]) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License Creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2FCreativecommons.org%2Flicenses%2Fby.3.0%2F&token=a993eb-1-1593519159485] “Happy Boy End Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com [http://incompetch.com/]) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License Creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2FCreativecommons.org%2Flicenses%2Fby.3.0%2F&token=a993eb-1-1593519159485] All Rights Reserved by Oregon Reporter Podcast, LLC; no part of this show may be reproduced, distributed, or adapted without permission.  For all inquiries: info@oregonreporterpodcast.com [info@oregonreporterpodcast.com]

Oregon Law News, May 2026 (S3:E1)

Oregon Reporter Podcast Oregon Law News, May 2026  Date of Publishing: May 4, 2026 MCLE ID No: 132974 (Pending Approval by the OSB MCLE department) ***********************************  This episode of the Oregon Reporter Podcast qualifies you for one Abuse Reporting CLE Credit (upon its approval by the OSB MCLE department), which can be self-reported on your MCLE transcript.  For Instructions on self-reporting this credit, click HERE [https://www.oregonreporterpodcast.com/mcle-reporting-instructions].  ***********************************  Show Notes State of New Mexico, ex rel. v. Meta Platforms, Inc. et al * NMDOJ link [https://nmdoj.gov/press-release/new-mexico-department-of-justice-wins-landmark-verdict-against-meta/#:~:text=Meta%20Platforms%2C%20Inc.%20trial%20found%20Meta%20liable,safety%20of%20its%20platforms%20and%20endangering%20children.] * BBC link [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cql75dn07n2o] * Reuters link [https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/boards-policy-regulation/jury-orders-meta-pay-375-mln-new-mexico-lawsuit-over-child-sexual-exploitation-2026-03-24/] * Tech Policy link [https://www.techpolicy.press/tracker/new-mexico-v-meta-inc-and-mark-zuckerberg/] * Justia: dockets & filings link [https://dockets.justia.com/docket/new-mexico/nmdce/1:2023cv01115/496039] * Complaint: link [https://nmag.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2023-12-05-NM-v.-Meta-et-al.-COMPLAINT-REDACTED.pdf] KGM v. Meta et al * BBC link [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c747x7gz249o] * NY Times link [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/25/technology/social-media-trial-verdict.html] NIA v. Bank of America, N.A. * Justia link [https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/appellate-courts/ca9/24-6187/24-6187-2026-04-13.html?utm_source=summary-newsletters&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2026-04-14-u-s-court-of-appeals-for-the-ninth-circuit-90f1bd9423&utm_content=text-case-title-1] RPC 1.5C Revisions * Oregon Bar Writeup (starts on page 9) LINK [https://www.osbar.org/bulletin/issues/2026/2026April/index.html] Hobby Distillers Association v. US DOJ * Decision LINK [https://hobbydistillersassociation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/McNutt-op.pdf]  * Reuters LINK [https://www.reuters.com/legal/government/us-appeals-court-declares-158-year-old-home-distilling-ban-unconstitutional-2026-04-10/] * HDA Release LINK [https://hobbydistillersassociation.com/2026/04/11/hda-wins-in-fifth-circuit/] ***********************************  This Episode’s Sponsors:  CC Reporting: providing remote court reporting services across the state of Oregon, and in-person coverage from Salem to Medford. Schedule online at CCReporting.com [http://ccreporting.com]. CC Reporting: we've got you covered.  Watkinson Laird Rubenstein: serving Oregon for 30 years from offices in Eugene, Roseburg, Grants Pass, and Bend.  Business Law, Estate Planning, Real Estate transactions, and Civil Litigation.  Visit wlrlaw.com [http://wlrlaw.com/] for more information. ***********************************  Support The Oregon Reporter Podcast:  Support us at patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast [http://patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast] *********************************** Intro/Outro Music:  “Happy Boy Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com [http://incompetch.com/]) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License Creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2FCreativecommons.org%2Flicenses%2Fby.3.0%2F&token=a993eb-1-1593519159485] “Happy Boy End Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com [http://incompetch.com/]) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License Creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2FCreativecommons.org%2Flicenses%2Fby.3.0%2F&token=a993eb-1-1593519159485] All Rights Reserved by Oregon Reporter Podcast, LLC; no part of this show may be reproduced, distributed, or adapted without permission.  For all inquiries: info@oregonreporterpodcast.com [info@oregonreporterpodcast.com]

Abuse Reporting with Geordie Duckler (S2:E12)

Oregon Reporter Podcast Abuse Reporting with Geordie Duckler; Date of Publishing: April 6, 2026 MCLE ID No: 131925 (Pending Approval by the OSB MCLE department) *********************************** This episode of the Oregon Reporter Podcast qualifies you for one Abuse Reporting CLE Credit (upon its approval by the OSB MCLE department), which can be self-reported on your MCLE transcript. For Instructions on self-reporting this credit, click HERE [https://www.oregonreporterpodcast.com/mcle-reporting-instructions]. *********************************** Show Notes * State v. Suttles, 287 Or. 3 (1979) [https://scholar.google.com/scholar_case?case=13191292638766256306&q=state+v.+Suttles+287+Or.+15&hl=en&as_sdt=6,38] * State ex rel. Juvenile Dep't of Multnomah Cty. v. Spencer, 198 Or App 599 (2005) [https://scholar.google.com/scholar_case?case=17073719949856654181&q=198+Or+App+599&hl=en&as_sdt=6,38] * State v. Evans, 260 Or App 270 (2013) [https://scholar.google.com/scholar_case?case=10918738856359470900&q=260+Or+App+270+&hl=en&as_sdt=4,38] Statutory Refences: * Mandatory reporter: ORS 419B.005(5)(m) * Duty trigger: ORS 419B.010(1) * Exception (attorneys): ORS 419B.010(1) * Mechanics: ORS 419B.015 * Immunity: ORS 419B.025 * Privilege limitation: ORS 419B.040 * Penalties: ORS 419B.010(5), 419B.016 *********************************** This Episode’s Sponsors: CC Reporting: providing remote court reporting services across the state of Oregon, and in-person coverage from Salem to Medford. Schedule online at CCReporting.com [http://ccreporting.com]. CC Reporting: we've got you covered. Watkinson Laird Rubenstein: serving Oregon for 30 years from offices in Eugene, Roseburg, Grants Pass, and Bend.  Business Law, Estate Planning, Real Estate transactions, and Civil Litigation.  Visit wlrlaw.com [http://wlrlaw.com/] for more information. *********************************** Support The Oregon Reporter Podcast: Support us at patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast [http://patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast] *********************************** Intro/Outro Music: “Happy Boy Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com [http://incompetch.com/]) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License Creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2FCreativecommons.org%2Flicenses%2Fby.3.0%2F&token=a993eb-1-1593519159485] “Happy Boy End Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com [http://incompetch.com/]) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License Creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2FCreativecommons.org%2Flicenses%2Fby.3.0%2F&token=a993eb-1-1593519159485] All Rights Reserved by Oregon Reporter Podcast, LLC; no part of this show may be reproduced, distributed, or adapted without permission. For all inquiries: info@oregonreporterpodcast.com [info@oregonreporterpodcast.com]

Oregon Law News, March 2026 (S2:E11)

Oregon Reporter Podcast Oregon Law News, March 2026 (S2:E11);  Date of Publishing: March 2, 2026 MCLE ID No: 131151 (Pending Approval by the OSB MCLE department) ***********************************  This episode of the Oregon Reporter Podcast qualifies you for one mental health / substance abuse CLE Credit (upon its approval by the OSB MCLE department), which can be self-reported on your MCLE transcript.  For Instructions on self-reporting this credit, click HERE [https://www.oregonreporterpodcast.com/mcle-reporting-instructions].  ***********************************  Oregon Senate Bill 1507 * Legislative overview: LINK [https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Measures/Overview/SB1507] * Capital Chronicle: LINK [https://oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2026/02/25/oregon-will-partially-disconnect-state-tax-code-from-new-federal-code-to-curb-revenue-loss/] * OPB (older): LINK [https://www.opb.org/article/2026/02/16/oregon-bill-rejecting-some-trump-tax-cuts-clears-state-senate/] NAW vs. DEQ, OEC, OR AG:  * Commentary (new): LINK [https://www.shb.com/intelligence/client-alerts/copy-of-acu/2026/zaleski-oregon-extended-producer-responsibility], LINK [https://www.stinson.com/newsroom-publications-enforcement-of-oregons-epr-law-enjoined-by-federal-district-court-creating-additional-uncertainty-for-producers] * Legal Summary: LINK [https://www.lawbc.com/litigation-under-oregons-packaging-epr-law-what-producers-should-know/], LINK [https://www.gklaw.com/Insights/Extended-Producer-Responsibility-Laws--What-Companies-Need-to-Know.htm] * Complaint: LINK [https://www.naw.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-07-30-NAW-Complaint.pdf] State v. Roberts * Guardian: LINK [https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/feb/05/oregon-supreme-court-ruling-attorney-shortage] * OPB: LINK [https://www.opb.org/article/2026/02/05/oregon-supreme-court-ruling-criminal-charges-dismiss-defendant-no-lawyer/] * Decision: LINK [https://cdm17027.contentdm.oclc.org/digital/collection/p17027coll3/id/16693/rec/1] LEARNING RESOURCES, INC., ET AL. v. TRUMP * Opinion: LINK [https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/25pdf/24-1287_4gcj.pdf] * Summary: LINK [https://legalytics.substack.com/p/learning-resources-inc-v-trump-an] ***********************************  This Episode’s Sponsors:  CC Reporting: providing remote court reporting services across the state of Oregon, and in-person coverage from Salem to Medford. Schedule online at CCReporting.com [http://ccreporting.com]. CC Reporting: we've got you covered.  Watkinson Laird Rubenstein: serving Oregon for 30 years from offices in Eugene, Roseburg, Grants Pass, and Bend.  Business Law, Estate Planning, Real Estate transactions, and Civil Litigation.  Visit wlrlaw.com [http://wlrlaw.com/] for more information. ***********************************  Support The Oregon Reporter Podcast:  Support us at patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast [http://patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast] *********************************** Intro/Outro Music:  “Happy Boy Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com [http://incompetch.com/]) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License Creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2FCreativecommons.org%2Flicenses%2Fby.3.0%2F&token=a993eb-1-1593519159485] “Happy Boy End Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com [http://incompetch.com/]) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License Creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2FCreativecommons.org%2Flicenses%2Fby.3.0%2F&token=a993eb-1-1593519159485] All Rights Reserved by Oregon Reporter Podcast, LLC; no part of this show may be reproduced, distributed, or adapted without permission.  For all inquiries: info@oregonreporterpodcast.com [info@oregonreporterpodcast.com]