Several public and member services programs make up the Referral and Information Services. The purpose of RIS is to link people seeking legal assistance with lawyers and programs able to assist them. Lawyer Referral Service, which is the largest part of RIS, was started as a mandatory program in 1971 and became voluntary in 1985. It handles more than 60,000 calls per year, and is the only program that generates significant non-dues revenue. Other RIS programs include the Modest Means, a program for low income clients, Lawyer to Lawyer, a peer-to-peer advice service, and Problem Solvers, which offers free legal advice teens.
For more information, contact the LRS at 503-684-3763 or toll-free in Oregon: 800-452-7636.
When a client calls for a referral they will be asked for their name, phone number, and a brief description of their legal problem. The client will be given the name and phone number of an attorney in the area where they need assistance. If the client is referred to an attorney through the LRS, they will receive their first in-office consultation for $35 or less. Any additional fees must be arranged between client and attorney. The referral service does not set a limit on the fees attorneys charge beyond the initial consultation.
If you are unsure if you need to speak with an attorney, you may still want to call the service. LRS staff can help you focus on the type of assistance you may need, or give you more information on OSB, government, and community service programs that may be able to assist you.
Please note: If you are not in Oregon and cannot meet with a lawyer in person, we cannot guarantee the $35 in-office consultation fee. Fees should be arranged between you and the lawyer.
Lawyer Referral Service
Hours: 8 am to 12 pm and 1 pm to 5 pm Monday-Friday
Phone: 503-684-3763 or toll-free in Oregon at 800-452-7636.
http://www.osbar.org/public/ris/ris.html
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