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Is it necessary to hire a lawyer for my Oregon restraining order case? | Top Oregon Attorneys

  Is it necessary to hire a lawyer for my Oregon restraining order case?

When it comes to obtaining a restraining order, do you need a lawyer? While it's not required, representing yourself in a hearing may not be the best idea. A trained attorney can help you navigate the rules of procedure and evidence, ensuring that you present the correct information and avoid adverse rulings. Read on to learn more about why hiring an experienced Oregon restraining order lawyer is often in your best interest.

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  Oregon Child Custody: Sole vs. Joint - What's the Difference?

Child custody is one of the most contentiously and contested issues in Oregon family law cases. Misconceptions about what "custody" actually means tend to meld with advice from well-meaning friends and family and with conflicting information from web sources that might not even reflect Oregon law. What's the difference between "sole custody" and "joint custody" in Oregon?

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abuse of one parent by other   abuse of one parent by the other   decision making authority   education   emotional ties   emotional ties family members/child   full legal custody   healthcare   joint custody   oregon child custody   ors 107.137   primary care pediatrician   primary education   religious school/public school   religious training   theological training   tie-breaking vote  
When Divorce and Personal Injury Settlements Collide: Navigating the Complexities | Top-Rated Oregon 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  
Navigating Stepparent Rights in an Oregon Divorce: What You Need to Know | Best-Rated Oregon Lawyers

  Navigating Stepparent Rights in an Oregon Divorce: What You Need to Know

Blended families are more common than ever before, yet stepparents may not automatically have the same rights as biological or adoptive parents. In this blog, we explore the complexities of stepparent rights in an Oregon divorce. We explain the psychological parent doctrine, provide evidence stepparents may need to overcome the presumption that a legal parent is in the child's best interest, and detail the rights of stepparents who have legally adopted their stepchild.

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adoption   blended families   child support   custody   custody/parenting time   legal parent   oregon divorce   oregon law   parenting time   primary caretaker   psychological parent doctrine   stepparent adoption   stepparent rights   stepparents  

  Portland, Oregon Divorce and Family Lawyers & Attorneys | Pacific Family Law Firm

Overview of Pacific Family Law Firm divorce and family law services.

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  How long does it take for a restraining order to take effect?

After a judge signs an Oregon restraining order, the protective order does not actually go into effect until the other party (the "Respondent") is served.

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  What is a FAPA order in Oregon?

The Family Abuse Prevention Act (FAPA) provides for a means to have the court issue an order of protection against abuse for certain parties.

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What qualifies as domestic abuse in Oregon? | Top-Rated Oregon Lawyers

  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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adoption   blood   child   domestic abuse   fear of serious physical injury   have a child   hurt physically   intimidate   living together   living with/have lived with in past   marriage   oregon law   physical injury   sexually intimate relationship   threat of force  

  Understanding the Family Abuse Prevention Act: Key Changes and Implications

Explore recent amendments to Oregon's Family Abuse Prevention Act, focusing on restraining orders and evidentiary standards. Learn how these changes might affect your case.

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appellate decisions   burden of proof   domestic abuse   family abuse prevention act   family law attorneys   fapa   hearings   imminent danger assessment   legislative amendments   oregon   oregon revised statutes   petitioner   preponderance of the evidence   protective measures   restraining orders   separation dynamics in abuse cases.   temporary orders   three-prong test  
How to Obtain a Child Restraining Order in Oregon | Top-Rated Oregon Lawyers

  How to Obtain a Child Restraining Order in Oregon

Learn how parents can secure a restraining order under the Oregon Family Abuse Prevention Act to protect their children from abuse.

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child abuse   child restraining orders   eligibility criteria   evidence of recent abuse   family law attorneys   family or household member   legal protections   neglect   ongoing threat   oregon   oregon family abuse prevention act   petitioner   restraining order   supervised visitation arrangements   terms imposed by restraining orders  
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