Oregon Family Law and Divorce Law Blog
Category: Prenuptial Agreements
Navigating the Divorce Process in Oregon: What You Need to Know
The process of getting a divorce in Oregon can be legally complicated and emotionally challenging. To ensure a smooth process, it is important to understand the state’s residency requirements, options for an uncontested or contested divorce, and specifics about dividing marital assets.
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Protecting Assets in Oregon Without a Prenuptial Agreement
Explore how to safeguard your assets without a prenuptial agreement in Oregon, focusing on postnuptial agreements and asset management strategies.
Read MoreWhy Economic Downturns Are Ideal for Reviewing Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements
Economic downturns prompt reevaluation of financial agreements, making them an opportune time to consider prenuptial or postnuptial agreements in Oregon.
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.
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.
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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.
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 MoreMistakes to Avoid During an Oregon Divorce
Divorce spawns big emotion, and even well-meaning parents make mistakes without thinking about the ramifications of their actions. To ensure a smooth process, we have compiled a list of common pitfalls to avoid doing during a divorce.
Read MoreThe Importance of Phone Evidence in Divorce and Family Law Cases
Divorce and family law cases can be some of the most emotionally charged and complex legal proceedings a person can go through. In these cases, evidence can play a crucial role in determining the outcome. One type of evidence that has become increasingly important in recent years is phone evidence.
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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