Oregon law generally allows both parents to retain custody of their children after a divorce. However, there is no guarantee that you will be given sole custody of your kids or obtain other parental rights that you think that you're entitled to. Fortunately, there are...
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The difference between divorce and legal separation
Sadly, not all Oregon marriages are built to last. Unforeseen things happen that lead to breakdowns in relationships and couples decide to split. This doesn’t always mean divorce; legal separation is another option. This is how they compare so you can choose which is...
Dealing with your practice during a divorce
If you get divorced, your Oregon medical practice may be considered a marital asset for property division purposes. This means that your spouse may be entitled to a portion of any profits it generates or proceeds from an eventual sale. Of course, there are a variety...
Is bird nesting right for you?
If you share children with your spouse, Oregon law will likely allow you to retain custody or visitation rights after a divorce. Your former spouse will also likely retain custody or visitation rights to your children, which means that you must work together to find a...
Divorce unavoidable? What Oregon residents should do before filing
Couples in Portland, Oregon, like those around the world, enter a marriage to share the rest of their life with their partner. Sometimes the dream comes true, and people stay together forever. The differences between personalities, life goals, or other issues can make...
Modifying a child support order in Oregon
Child support orders in Oregon are calculated by using a formula established by state law. They are based on the incomes of both parents, the amount of time each parent spends with the child, the size of the family and other factors, and the amount the court orders...
How does property division work in an Oregon divorce?
When someone tells their spouse they want a divorce, money is likely not the first thing on either side's mind. The emotions of ending your marriage, whether relief, anger, sadness or some combination of these and other feelings, are more likely to be your first...