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  What is Oregon Family Law?

“Oregon Family law” is an umbrella term that refers to the practice of law that involves common domestic and family issues. While it is often associated with Oregon divorce, "family law" covers far more.

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child custody   child support   divorce   family law   grandparent rights   oregon family law   parenting time   parenting time (visitation)   prenuptial agreement   restraining orders   spousal support   stalking orders   step-parent adoptions  
How long do restraining orders last in Oregon? | Best Oregonfamily law and divorce Lawyers

  How long do restraining orders last in Oregon?

An Oregon restraining order lasts for one year from the date the judge initially signs it.

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  Common Psychological Issues with Children When Parents Are Divorcing

When parents get a divorce, even when they try to ensure that the kids are not affected, their kids experience more psychological issues than kids whose parents don't divorce. Thankfully, if you are paying attention to how your children are experiencing your divorce, you can work toward mitigating any long-term issues with counseling and good parenting.

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anxiety   delinquency   depression   identity crisis   impulse control   insomnia   misconduct   substance abuse  

  How much does it cost to get a restraining order?

In Oregon, restraining orders themselves cost nothing to file.

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When Divorce and Personal Injury Settlements Collide: Navigating the Complexities | Best-Rated Oregonfamily law and divorce Lawyers

  When Divorce and Personal Injury Settlements Collide: Navigating the Complexities

Personal injury cases can be complicated, emotional, and time-consuming. When you add divorce into the mix, things can quickly become even more complicated. Divorce can have a significant impact on the outcome of a [personal injury settlement](#), so it's essential to understand the potential implications.

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car accident injury attorney   divorce   future medical expenses   insurance companies   lump sum settlement   marital property   personal injury settlement   separate property   structured settlement payments   tax implications  
What qualifies as domestic abuse in Oregon? | Top Oregonfamily law and divorce Attorneys

  What qualifies as domestic abuse in Oregon?

"Domestic abuse" is defined by Oregon law. Generally, the law states that it is abuse when a family or household member takes certain actions.

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  Common Effects of Divorce on Older Children

Sometimes a divorce can affect older kids more than younger kids. The main reason is that an older child has had time to get used to how things are. Even if the parents fight, they are used to the safety afforded by their intact family.

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anger at parents   divorce   effects   home and school responsibilities   intact family   lack of trust in relationships   older kids   open communication   seeking perfection   self-abusive behavior   separating from family   taking sides   younger kids  

  Oregon Divorce Mediation - What is it?

Mediation is about building agreements and consensus. Rather than having a judge *tell* you the decision, a skilled Oregon mediator will help guide the parties to agree on their own. For couples going through a divorce, divorce mediation is often an excellent way to reduce the level of conflict and create a resolution that works for the family.

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What does it mean that a restraining order is "civil"? | Top Oregonfamily law and divorce Attorneys

  What does it mean that a restraining order is "civil"?

A restraining order is not seeking jail time, and getting one does not create a crime. However, if a person violates the civil restraining order, they may be sent to jail for the violation.

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  What types of tasks do Oregon unbundled lawyers handle?

There is no standardized type of "**Oregon unbundled legal service**" because attorneys handle the scope of these types of matters in a spectrum of ways, and clients have a wide variety of requirements. A client might hire an unbundled service lawyer to perform an array of tasks, from simple to complex.

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