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Adoption
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Understanding Father's Rights in Oregon Child Custody Cases
Explore how Oregon law treats father's rights in child custody cases, emphasizing the equal standing of fathers and mothers in custody decisions.
Learn moreOregon 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.
Learn moreNavigating Stepparent Rights in an Oregon Divorce: What You Need to Know
Blended families are more common than ever before, yet stepparents may not automatically have the same rights as biological or adoptive parents. In this blog, we explore the complexities of stepparent rights in an Oregon divorce. We explain the psychological parent doctrine, provide evidence stepparents may need to overcome the presumption that a legal parent is in the child's best interest, and detail the rights of stepparents who have legally adopted their stepchild.
Learn moreWhat 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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