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Understanding Postnuptial Agreements in Oregon: A Comprehensive Guide

Postnuptial agreements offer married couples a way to address financial and property concerns during marriage. While Oregon lacks specific statutes for postnups, they are evaluated under general contract principles.

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Navigating Attorney Changes During an Oregon Divorce: A Comprehensive Guide

Switching lawyers in the midst of a divorce can be daunting, yet sometimes necessary. This guide explores when and how to make this critical decision effectively.

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Navigating Debt Division in Oregon Divorce Proceedings

Explore how marital debts are divided during divorce in Oregon, including common pitfalls and the equitable distribution approach. Learn how courts assign debts and what to expect if your ex-spouse defaults on payments.

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Navigating Spousal Support Payments Under Oregon Law Post-TCJA

Explore the impact of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act on spousal support payments in Oregon, including tax implications and creative structuring options.

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Essential Documents in an Oregon Divorce: A Comprehensive Guide

Navigating a divorce in Oregon involves several critical documents that facilitate the legal dissolution process. Understanding these documents is crucial for ensuring a smooth transition through the court system.

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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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Understanding Business Valuation in Oregon Divorce: Insights from Case Law

This article examines the complexities of business valuation during divorce proceedings in Oregon, focusing on the role of goodwill and non-compete covenants.

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Understanding Asset Division in Oregon Divorces: A Comprehensive Guide

Oregon's approach to asset division during divorce is unique, following the principles of equitable distribution. This article explores how assets are classified and divided by Oregon courts.

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Navigating Property Division in Oregon Divorces: Lessons from Recent Case Law

Explore the complexities of property division in Oregon divorces, as illustrated by a recent Court of Appeals decision affirming an unequal asset distribution favoring the wife.

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Understanding the Collaborative Divorce Process in Oregon

The collaborative divorce process offers a non-adversarial approach to resolving marital disputes in Oregon, focusing on mutual respect and open communication.

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Understanding Postnuptial Agreements in Oregon: A Comprehensive Guide

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Navigating Attorney Changes During an Oregon Divorce: A Comprehensive Guide

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Navigating Debt Division in Oregon Divorce Proceedings

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Navigating Spousal Support Payments Under Oregon Law Post-TCJA

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Essential Documents in an Oregon Divorce: A Comprehensive Guide

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What qualifies as domestic abuse in Oregon?

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Understanding Business Valuation in Oregon Divorce: Insights from Case Law

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Understanding Asset Division in Oregon Divorces: A Comprehensive Guide

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Navigating Property Division in Oregon Divorces: Lessons from Recent Case Law

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