Housed within the University of Oregon School of Law, the Oregon Office for Community Dispute Resolution (OOCDR) supports the delivery of upstream alternative dispute resolution services across Oregon.
OOCDR promotes inclusive and accessible mediation services that are tailored to the community. We support the network of Community Dispute Resolution Centers across the state through grantmaking, consultation, training, research, technical assistance, networking, and collaborative activities and initiatives.
Resolution Centers provide direct services, help connect people to local providers (e.g., financial resources, legal aid, rehousing & credit counseling), and provide conflict resolution education for youth and adult community members.
Supporting Inclusive Access to Justice
Our program aims to increase underserved community member's access to preventative services and improve access to justice in Oregon.
Serving the Community
Our partners at Resolution Centers across Oregon are working to create safer communities by providing a broad range of accessible and effective dispute resolution services.
Learn more about OOCDR's impact:
Community Dispute Resolution Centers
Some Resolution Center services are available statewide, while other services are available to residents of specific counties. If you're unsure whether you can access services at any of the above Resolution Centers, please contact us directly. We can help locate the appropriate Resolution Center to serve you.
In the News
Clackamas County administrator shares community praise for eviction prevention mediation services
Clackamas County Administrator Gary Schmidt shares a letter from a grateful recipient of eviction prevention mediation services with the Board of County Commissioners during the January 26, 2023 Business Meeting.
Contact us
Patrick Sponsler - Administrator, Oregon Office for Community Dispute Resolution
Email: sponsler@uoregon.edu
Phone: 541-346-1623
Office: 137A Knight Law
Our partners
The Oregon Office for Community Dispute Resolution receives 100% of its funding from the Oregon State Legislature. To access Oregon Target Fund Budget information, please click here.