Description
The State of Oregon, acting by and through the Department of Human Services, is issuing this Request for Application for qualified Contract Attorneys to provide legal services per ORS 125 protective proceeding parameters for Adult Protective Services. The selected Contract Attorneys will be placed on the Contract Attorney Services Registry, which will be provided to qualifying petitioners. The petitioners may choose a Contract Attorney without any guidance or influence from the Agency beyond being provided the Registry. The Contract Attorneys will provide protective proceeding services, including drafting and filing petitions under ORS chapter 125, and representing petitioners in court proceedings. The Contract Attorneys will be paid at an hourly rate, with a maximum amount per proceeding. The Agency may award up to 12 Contracts, and the initial term of the Contract is anticipated to be five years.
• The Contract Attorneys will provide legal services for Adult Protective Services, including protective proceedings and court representation.
• The Contract Attorneys will be paid at an hourly rate, with a maximum amount per proceeding.
• The Agency may award up to 12 Contracts, and the initial term of the Contract is anticipated to be five years.
• The Contract Attorneys must meet the minimum qualifications, including being a member of the Oregon State Bar in good standing and having experience in protective proceedings.
• The Contract Attorneys must submit a completed Application Packet, including an Application, Information and Certification Sheet, and Reference Form.