Request For Application for Estate Administration Unit Contracted Attorney

The State of Oregon, through the Department of Human Services and its Estate Administration Unit, is seeking qualified attorneys to serve as contracted conservators and personal representatives under specific provisions of Oregon law. Contractors will be responsible for drafting and filing legal petitions under ORS chapter 125 for conservatorships, petitions under ORS chapter 113 for probate and estate administration, or simple estate affidavits under ORS 114, all in support of the state’s efforts to manage and recover assets on behalf of deceased individuals. These responsibilities require a deep understanding of Oregon’s probate and guardianship laws, as well as the ability to navigate complex administrative and legal processes efficiently and accurately. The solicitation, identified as S-10000-00016331, was posted on July 20, 2026, with responses due by July 23, 2027. Work is to be performed primarily in Salem, Oregon, with all legal filings and communications directed through the Estate Administration Unit. Burke Barnett serves as the primary point of contact and purchaser for this opportunity, and interested parties must submit applications through the Oregon Buys portal. Although no set-aside provisions are specified, applicants must demonstrate the necessary legal qualifications and capacity to handle multiple estate matters in compliance with state requirements, ensuring timely and accurate representation in proceedings involving public resources.