Sussman Shank LLP Marks 50th Anniversary with Special "Giving Back to the Community Campaign"

January 7, 2010 - Portland, OR ---To mark its 50th anniversary in 2010, the Portland law firm of Sussman Shank LLP will partner with the Oregon Food Bank, Loaves & Fishes, the American Lung Association of Oregon, EarthShare of Oregon and SchoolHouse Supplies for its “Giving Back to the Community Campaign.”

The campaign includes volunteer or service-type projects where everyone at the firm has the opportunity to contribute his or her time, talent or treasure in a diverse range of activities. “We wanted this to be more than just a simple celebration or a cash donation made by the firm,” said Robert Carlton, Managing Partner of Sussman Shank LLP. “Everyone has really embraced this opportunity, and the excitement has carried all of us into activities and places we may not have gone otherwise.” More than 100 employees as well as family and friends of the firm are expected to participate in the planned activities throughout the year.

While there are many worthy charitable organizations, the firm carefully selected organizations that have a strong history of making a positive impact, cover diverse areas of need, are community based, and are broad enough in their mission to appeal to the majority of the community.

Over the years, Sussman Shank has consistently given back to the community in a variety of ways, including donation of products, services, time and money. The firm will continue to contribute to the organizations with which it has longstanding relationships. “We recognize that during these tough economic times, supporting local charities and organizations is more important than ever” says Steve Seguin, the firm’s Executive Director.

“Fifty years is an extraordinary accomplishment for our firm” says Carlton. “Our success and longevity are attributable to the values on which we were established, and continue to maintain, as well as our dedicated employees who strive to provide the highest quality of service to our clients each and every day.”

About the firm
Sussman Shank LLP was established in 1960 by Gilbert Sussman and his brother Maurice as a small business firm. Today, the Portland law firm has more than 30 lawyers. The firm is a full-service business and commercial law firm practicing in business litigation, construction law, hazardous waste and toxic litigation, employment, environmental, estate planning, business, tax, real estate, banking and finance, creditors’ rights and bankruptcy. The firm is proud to be recognized by Oregon Business Magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in Oregon. For more information about the firm, please visit www.sussmanshank.com.
 

Author: Steven T. Seguin, Executive Director
Firm: Sussman Shank LLP

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