Description
Oregon’s Department of Human Services is seeking qualified contract attorneys to provide legal representation in Adult Protective Services protective proceedings (guardianships, conservatorships, and related court actions). Attorneys must be active members of the Oregon State Bar, reside and practice in Oregon, and have experience with ORS 125 protective proceedings. The contract will place attorneys on a statewide registry that petitioners can select from, with up to twelve separate five‑year contracts possible. Compensation is based on hourly rates ($175 attorney, $80 paralegal, $20 assistant) with per‑case fee caps ($2,250‑$2,750) and a contract‑level not‑to‑exceed of $20,000 per contract; the overall ceiling could reach $240,000 if all twelve contracts are awarded. The solicitation mandates extensive insurance, background‑check, and reporting requirements, and allows electronic quote submission.
• Provide full legal services for APS protective proceedings statewide.
• Must maintain Oregon State Bar membership and meet strict insurance and background‑check standards.
• Compensation: hourly rates with per‑case caps; contract‑level NT‑E $20K (potential total up to $240K).
• Up to 12 contracts, each up to 5 years, with mandatory reporting of abuse and status changes.
• Submission deadline: December 31 2026 3:00 PM; questions due by December 18 2026.