Oregon Family Law and Divorce Law Blog
Category: General Family Law
Hallmarks of the Best Oregon Divorce Lawyers
While not an exhaustive list, experience has shown that the best Oregon divorce lawyers consistently display a handful of traits. These are the hallmarks that tend to create the client's best knowledge and are most likely to lead the client to their goals.
Read MoreWhat 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.
Read MorePortland, 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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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.
Read MoreWhat 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.
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 MoreThe Cost and Length of a Divorce in Oregon
Clients always want to know the duration and the price of an Oregon divorce. Unfortunately, this is tough to answer without consulting on the case, although a common question. Lawyers charge on an hourly basis, meaning the price of your divorce is directly related to the amount of time your lawyer spends working on the matter.
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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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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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