Practice Lane Shetterly began his law practice in in Dallas, Oregon in 1981. From 2004 through August, 2007, Lane was the director of the Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development. Prior to his appointment to the department, Lane … [Read more...] about Lane Shetterly (Retired)
New Landlord-Tenant Law Changes All Nonpayment Lease Terminations
On July 24, 2025, Governor Kotek signed Senate Bill 690 into law. This law changes requirements for nonpayment terminations and allows some evictions to be delayed. Every landlord who has tenants who fall behind on rent will be impacted by the law’s new … [Read more...] about New Landlord-Tenant Law Changes All Nonpayment Lease Terminations
CTA Reporting Obligations Eliminated for Domestic Companies
On March 21, 2025, the Treasury Department Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued an interim final rule that dramatically narrowed the scope of CTA reporting obligations to require only foreign entities to file reports.[1] CTA regulations … [Read more...] about CTA Reporting Obligations Eliminated for Domestic Companies
Understanding Executive Order 24-31: Project Labor Agreements for State Construction Projects
Governor Tina Kotek issued Executive Order No. 24-31 on December 18, 2024, establishing new requirements for state-funded construction projects in Oregon. The order is effective immediately and applies to all solicitations for contracts and contracts … [Read more...] about Understanding Executive Order 24-31: Project Labor Agreements for State Construction Projects
New Year, New Business Resolutions
The start of a new year is the perfect time for businesses to take stock, get organized, and ensure it is legally buttoned up for the months ahead. Here is a practical checklist to help your business enter the new year on a solid footing. 1. Review … [Read more...] about New Year, New Business Resolutions