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Essential Questions to Ask Your Oregon Family Law Attorney

The initial consultation with a family law attorney is crucial for setting the tone and direction of your case. Here are six key questions to ensure you choose the right legal representative.

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Navigating Child Custody and Pet Ownership in Oregon Divorces

Oregon divorces present unique challenges when determining custody of children and pets. This article explores how the law differentiates between the two and offers guidance on navigating these issues.

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Essential Steps to Prepare for Your Oregon Divorce Consultation

Preparing for a divorce consultation involves gathering financial documents, listing marital issues, and being candid about your situation. This preparation ensures a more productive meeting with your attorney.

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Understanding Property Division in Oregon Divorce Proceedings

Explore how property division is handled in Oregon divorces, focusing on equitable distribution and key factors courts consider.

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Understanding Asset Division in Oregon Divorce: Lessons from a Washington Appellate Court

A recent decision by the Washington Court of Appeals highlights key considerations in asset division during divorce proceedings. We explore its implications for similar cases in Oregon.

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Oregon Court Upholds Termination of Parental Rights in Favor of Stepparent Adoption

In a notable decision, the Oregon Court of Appeals upheld the termination of a biological mother's parental rights, allowing the child's stepmother to proceed with adoption. This case underscores the complexities involved in child custody and adoption proceedings.

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Avoiding Financial Pitfalls in Oregon Divorce Proceedings

Navigating divorce in Oregon requires strategic planning to avoid costly financial errors. Transparency and informed decision-making are crucial for a fair outcome.

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Supporting Children When Their Parent Has Married an Alcoholic Stepparent

Blended families can be challenging, but navigating the complexities of having an alcoholic stepparent can be even more difficult. In this blog post from Pacific Family Law Firm, readers will learn about the impact of an alcoholic stepparent on children and tips for supporting them. The post also discusses legal considerations and support for families in Portland, Oregon, and surrounding areas.

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Oregon 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.

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What are the requirements for getting an Oregon stalking protective order (SPO)?

Oregon law has specific requirements to have a Stalking Protective Order (SPO) granted by the court. Fundamentally, you or a member of your immediate family (or household) must have been contacted by a person more than once in the past two years with specific requirements about the behavior

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Essential Questions to Ask Your Oregon Family Law Attorney

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Navigating Child Custody and Pet Ownership in Oregon Divorces

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Essential Steps to Prepare for Your Oregon Divorce Consultation

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Understanding Property Division in Oregon Divorce Proceedings

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Understanding Asset Division in Oregon Divorce: Lessons from a Washington Appellate Court

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Oregon Court Upholds Termination of Parental Rights in Favor of Stepparent Adoption

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Avoiding Financial Pitfalls in Oregon Divorce Proceedings

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Supporting Children When Their Parent Has Married an Alcoholic Stepparent

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