About us

Sometimes, you will need a hand as you journey to the job of your dreams.  From first year to retirement, we are here for you.  Our doors are open, so feel free to drop by and get to know us.  If you have more than a quick question, it is best to make an appointment by calling (503) 768-6608 or e-mailing lscs@lclark.edu.  About two days before your appointment, please E-Mail us your most recent resume and look at the Career Services Handbook (available in Career Services).  August, September, January, and February are typically busy, so plan ahead.

Libby Davis, J.D., Associate Dean of Career Services & Alumni Relations

Libby is responsible for the office; she performs extensive outreach with employers around the country and with state and local bar associations, and provides individual counseling and programming.  A 1993 cum laude graduate of the law school, she was in private practice and directed the Law School Alumni Office prior to her work in Career Services.  Libby is a member of NALP, the Oregon Women Lawyers Foundation Board of Directors, the Oregon State Bar, and the Multnomah Bar Association.  E-Mail Libby

Ellen Jones, J.D., Director of Career Services

Ellen is primarily responsible for individual counseling and program planning. A 1991 graduate of the law school, she was previously a staff attorney and Executive Director of a non-profit law firm.  Prior to her work at Lewis & Clark, Ellen was Director of Career Services at Willamette University College of Law.  Ellen is a member of NALP, the Oregon State Bar, the Multnomah Bar Association, and Oregon Women Lawyers.  E-Mail Ellen

Bill Penn, J.D., Public Interest Law Coordinator

Bill counsels students and provides information about pro bono, LRAP and careers in public interest.  A 2002 cum laude graduate of the law school, he was in private practice,  first in a small firm he opened with a fellow graduate and then with another small firm working in the areas of bankruptcy, tax debt, consumer litigation, and probate prior to his work at Lewis & Clark.  Both as a law student and as an attorney, Bill has been active in a pro bono and public interest activities including the Classroom Law Project, the Multnomah County Small Claims Court mediation program, and the Community Alliance of Tenants.  He is a member of NALP, the Oregon State Bar, and the Multnomah Bar Association where he currently serves on the board of the Young Lawyers Section and served as the Chair of the YLS Pro Bono Committee in 2008-2009.  Bill is a 2009 Fellow of the Oregon State Bar Leadership College and coaches the Mock Trial Teams at Grant High School.  E-Mail Bill

Chris Lombard, J.D., Associate Director of Career Services

Chris counsels students and alumni, organizes workshops and panels, and has primary responsibility for judicial clerkship counseling and programs.  A 2003 graduate of the Law School, Chris previously served as the Associate Director of Professional Development at Syracuse University College of Law.  He also practiced law for several years, primarily as court-appointed criminal defense counsel and also in private practice.  Chris is a member of NALP, the Oregon State Bar where he serves on the New Lawyer Mentoring Program Committee, and the Multnomah Bar Association, where he serves on the MBA Membership Committee.  E-Mail Chris

Sarah Petersen, J.D., Graduate Adviser

Sarah works closely with recent graduates to provide support and advice on job search strategies, networking, preparing application materials, and interview skills.  A 2008 graduate of the Law School, she previously was in private practice, first working with a local firm in Labor and Employment Law and later as a sole practitioner.  Sarah is a member of the Oregon State Bar, Oregon Women Lawyers and the Multnomah Bar Association, where she serves in the Young Lawyers Section as a Board Member and Treasurer.  E-Mail Sarah

Diana Mann, Administrative Assistant

Diana maintains our job postings database.  She served as a judicial assistant in the Multnomah County court system prior to her work at Lewis & Clark.  E-Mail Diana

Ellen Kim, Administrative Coordinator

Ellen provides reception and office support services.  E-Mail Ellen Kim