Explore the legal avenues available to non-custodial parents in Oregon who wish to prevent their ex-spouse from relocating with their child. Understand the criteria courts consider when evaluating relocation requests and how temporary restraining orders can be utilized.
Read MoreA writ of assistance is a legal tool used to enforce child custody orders in Oregon. This article explores its purpose, process, and limitations.
Read MoreJoint custody in Oregon involves both parents sharing legal decision-making for their child. This guide explores the requirements and implications of such arrangements.
Read MoreUnderstanding when and how to seek modifications in child custody or parenting time can be critical for ensuring your child's best interests. This article explores the legal standards and practical considerations involved in such changes under Oregon law.
Read MoreBlended 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.
Read MoreCollaborative divorce offers a non-litigious approach to resolving divorce disputes in Oregon, fostering constructive communication and personalized agreements.
Read MoreExplore when and why attorneys are appointed for children in Oregon family law cases, including the differences between 'best interests' and 'express wishes' representation.
Read MoreDivorce 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 More“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 MoreExplore the role of mediation in Oregon divorce proceedings, especially when children are involved, and learn how it can facilitate custody agreements.
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