Oregon Trial Lawyers Association (OTLA)

To join the OTLA, the attorney must primarily represent plaintiffs in personal injury, civil rights, employment, workers' compensation or business tort litigation.

Benefits of membership include:

• access to the OTLA listservs;
• quality continuing legal education seminars;
• a more united voice before the state legislature; and
• networking opportunities with attorneys fighting similar battles.

Another important benefit of joining OTLA is a subscription to its quarterly magazine called the "Trial Lawyer Magazine" and its monthly newsletter called "Sidebar." Members also enjoy a listing in the OTLA Membership Directory.

Membership dues vary based on the category of membership which includes annual dues of:
New admittees: Free membership for the first year

• 1 – 3 years: $105 
• 4-6 years: $210 
• 7-9 years: $315 
• 10-14 years: $420 
• 15+ years: $525. 

Legal Aid attorneys are eligible for a discounted rate of $80 for membership regardless of the number of years in practice.