Oregon Asian Pacific American Bar Association

The Oregon Asian Pacific American Bar Association serves as a comprehensive professional resource for Asian Pacific American attorneys, judges, legal professionals, and law students throughout Oregon and beyond. Based in Portland, OR, OAPABA provides essential support for career advancement through targeted education programs, professional development initiatives, and research opportunities designed specifically for APA legal professionals. The organization functions as a dynamic advocacy platform, enabling members to voice concerns on issues affecting both the legal profession and Asian Pacific American communities. OAPABA facilitates meaningful networking and communication among legal professionals, fostering collaboration on matters that impact workplace environments, community interests, and government relations. Since its establishment in 2009, the association has grown into a vital professional network that bridges individual practitioners with broader advocacy efforts. Members benefit from automatic enrollment in the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA), expanding their professional connections at the national level. OAPABA welcomes attorneys, judges, law students, and paralegals regardless of Oregon State Bar membership status, making professional development and community engagement accessible to a wide range of legal professionals. The organization regularly hosts events, including open-house meetings and social gatherings, providing opportunities for members to connect, learn, and collaborate. For legal professionals in the Portland, OR area and throughout Oregon seeking professional advancement, community advocacy, and meaningful connections within the Asian Pacific American legal community, OAPABA offers comprehensive membership and engagement opportunities.