If your marriage has come to end, you may be facing all sorts of uncertainties. On the one hand, you could be worried about your financial future, whether you are unsure about child support payments or property division. Or, perhaps you have concerns about custody or...
Either parent can request that a child support order be modified in Oregon. According to the Marion County District Attorney, a change in the amount of child support may be appropriate if it has been three years or more, or if either party has had a major change in...
All sorts of issues can arise during the process of divorce, such as a disagreement over child custody or stress regarding the division of property. However, the emotional toll of divorce should not be overlooked and divorce can be particularly difficult for those who...
Once you and your spouse have established that you cannot make your relationship work, it is time to begin the legal process of ending your Oregon marriage, a large part of which is dividing your marital property. At the office of Daniel J. Lounsbury...
Separating or divorcing parents in Oregon are often very concerned about child custody determinations. As a parent, you may be reassured to note that according to the Oregon State Bar Association, custody and parental visitation determinations are guided by the...
Many married couples in Oregon file for divorce for varying reasons. No matter how unhappy you are and ready you feel to leave, there are some things you should take into consideration before filing your divorce papers. You should look past the relief and excitement...
Even though you may know who your child’s biological father is, the Oregon family law courts will simply take your word for it. Instead, there is a legal process that you must go through before he is recognized. According to the Oregon Department of Justice’s Oregon...
Each year, many Oregon couples resort to divorce as an option to reduce tensions, disagreements and stress associated with deteriorating relationships. While it is never convenient and rarely peaceful from start to finish, couples can take proactive steps to keep...
Pending a divorce, many Oregon parents share similar concerns including how to help their children cope and how to reach an amicable custody agreement. Another prevalent anxiety is often centered around the ability to maintain strong parent-child relationships despite...
Oregon couples who are thinking about filing for divorce should consider the benefits of resolving their differences through mediation. Although they may be ready to hurry through the process so they can move on with their lives and start over, careful consideration...
