Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Mike Williams’s organization
Jul 31, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Oregon State Bar Board Of Directors Open Agenda Minutes
The Board of Directors approved the renaming of the OSB President's Public Service Award to the Ellen F. Rosenblum Distinguished Public Service Award. Additionally, the Board approved the 2025 Audited Financial Statements as recommended by the Budget & Finance Committee. Finally, the Board approved amendments to the Lawyer Referral Service Policies to integrate Licensed Paralegals into the program and rename it to the Legal Referral Service.
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The board discussed several items, including an amendment to the agenda to remove a policy discussion regarding harassment, discrimination, and bullying. The Public Affairs Committee presented legislative proposals and BOG priority proposals, resulting in the approval of recommendations for legislative drafting. Additionally, the board addressed a vacancy in Region 6 following a resignation, with plans to review applicants at the next meeting.
Apr 17, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Oregon State Bar Board Of Governors Meeting Minutes
The Board of Governors conducted a meeting addressing various strategic and operational initiatives. The agenda featured a joint session on financial trends and compensation reviews, alongside reports regarding the Professional Liability Fund's financial position and practice management programs. Key board actions included the decision to sunset the MCLE Committee, the approval of emergency funding requests for legal aid providers, and the adoption of principles supporting the rule of law. The board also addressed updates to anti-harassment policies, reviewed committee activities and financial reports, and approved amendments to the Rules of Professional Conduct, including the withdrawal of a formal opinion on flat fees. Additionally, the board convened an executive session to consult on legal rights and duties regarding current or potential litigation.
Apr 1, 2026·StrategicPlan
Board
Strategic Plan 2026-2027
This five-year strategic plan for OSB is guided by its statutory functions and values. The plan outlines five priority outcomes: improving legal practitioner well-being, increasing diversity across the legal sector, enhancing public access to legal services, strengthening public trust in the justice system, and ensuring a more sustainable and resilient bar organization. These strategic directions are intended to regulate the legal profession, support the judiciary, and advance a fair, inclusive, and accessible justice system.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
