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  How much does it cost to get a restraining order?

In Oregon, restraining orders themselves cost nothing to file.

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  What 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.

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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  
Do restraining orders carry over from state to state? | Top-Rated Oregon Attorneys

  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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  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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Is it necessary to hire a divorce lawyer or family law attorney? | Top Oregon Attorneys

  Is it necessary to hire a divorce lawyer or family law attorney?

This question is standard, though completely subjective and fact-specific. It is certainly possible for people to do divorces independently, and the court even provides paperwork to the public to do so. However, unfamiliarity with legal forms can confuse the inexperienced, and mistakes can result in more considerable legal fees in the future to correct the errors.

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Do restraining orders show up on a background check? | Top-Rated Oregon Attorneys

  Do restraining orders show up on a background check?

Generally, you should assume that if it's part of the public record, it can be discovered.

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What is a stalking order in Oregon? | Best-Rated Oregon Attorneys

  What is a stalking order in Oregon?

This blog post delves into the legal process of obtaining a Stalking Protective Order (SPO) in Oregon. It explains what constitutes stalking behavior, who can obtain an SPO, and how to go about filing for one. The post emphasizes the importance of consulting with an experienced Oregon stalking attorney to navigate this complex and sensitive issue.

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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 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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