Oregon Family Law and Divorce Law Blog
Category: Family Law
Is it necessary to hire a lawyer for my stalking order case?
Oregon stalking orders have significant consequences, so having an experienced Oregon stalking order lawyer help you is almost certainly in your best interest.
Read MoreOregon 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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What is an Oregon Restraining Order?
An Oregon Restraining Order, sometimes called a "FAPA order" (or Family Abuse Prevention Act) restraining order is a civil order that protects from abuse or injury from a family or member of a household.
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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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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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Understanding Cash Medical Child Support in Oregon: A Comprehensive Guide
This comprehensive guide demystifies cash medical child support in Oregon, highlighting its role in covering a child's healthcare expenses when private insurance falls short. It explores the legal criteria for determining when cash medical support is necessary, including affordability and availability of private health insurance, underpinned by **ORS 25.321** and **OAR 137-050-0750**. Through a hypothetical scenario, it illustrates how obligations are calculated to ensure children's healthcare needs are met equitably.
Read MoreOregon 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.
Read MoreWhat lawyers handle restraining orders?
Family law cases commonly have allegations or components of domestic violence, which is why family law lawyers routinely handle restraining order matters. Additionally, criminal defense attorneys also commonly help clients with restraining order cases, as domestic violence may have associated criminal charges associated.
Read MoreCan I get my attorney fees paid in my Oregon divorce case?
It is common in any Oregon divorce or other family law matter, from child custody to spousal support cases, for clients to ask about attorney fees. Generally, they want to know whether the other side will be made to pay their attorney fees.
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Do restraining orders carry over from state to state?
Restraining orders, also sometimes called "FAPA orders" or "protective orders" in Oregon, can be received in any state. However, they can still be enforced when you or the protected person are located in another state. A restraining order issued against you in Oregon is still valid in other states, and you must follow the terms.
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