Divorce proceedings or negotiations could be incredibly stressful for all parties involved. Negotiations over asset distribution and spousal support might become contentious in an Oregon family court, but the emotional toll of child custody battles may be far more taxing. Spouses dealing with high-conflict custody negotiations might find it challenging to remain strong. Focus during a high-conflict child custody fight Allowing oneself to become mentally and emotionally drained could make moving forward during a child custody fight difficult, and it may affect the ability to achieve the desired ..read more

Divorce can bring out people’s worst qualities, especially when financial assets and property are at stake. The marital home often holds significant emotional value, especially when children are involved. Of course, this adds to friction and can cause disputes over the family home in Oregon. Numerous factors will determine who ends up with the home or other property after divorce. Who gets the home? Unless there is a court order to the contrary, both spouses can choose to remain in the home during the divorce. However, this can lead to arguments, intimidation and even physical altercations if ..read more

A parent’s circumstances can change after a court enters a child custody and support order in Oregon. In some cases, it might be possible for the parent to secure an order modifying the court’s child support, spousal support, and custody orders. Modifications of child support, spousal support, and custody can be difficult to obtain without extensive evidence. Requirements for modifying custody and support orders Child support orders can be modified either administratively or judicially in Oregon. Administrative modifications go through the Oregon Child Support Program (OCSP) while judicial mod ..read more

Oregon law generally allows both parents to retain custody of their children after a divorce. However, there is no guarantee that you will be given sole custody of your kids or obtain other parental rights that you think that you’re entitled to. Fortunately, there are several pieces of evidence that you can use to obtain a favorable outcome. Keep your calendars Perhaps the most powerful line of evidence in your child custody case is the most recent year’s calendar. If you’re like most people, you’ll list important events such as doctor’s appointments, the school play or anything else that you ..read more

Sadly, not all Oregon marriages are built to last. Unforeseen things happen that lead to breakdowns in relationships and couples decide to split. This doesn’t always mean divorce; legal separation is another option. This is how they compare so you can choose which is the better option for you. Differences between divorce and legal separation Although divorce and legal separation share some similarities, they are not the same. When you divorce, you and your spouse live separately and separate your finances. The court determines which spouse receives alimony and how much of it they receive; if y ..read more

If you get divorced, your Oregon medical practice may be considered a marital asset for property division purposes. This means that your spouse may be entitled to a portion of any profits it generates or proceeds from an eventual sale. Of course, there are a variety of ways that you may be able to protect the asset from being ceded to your spouse. Put the practice in a trust Putting your practice in a trust means that it is held outside of the marital estate. Therefore, your spouse has no claim to it during a divorce proceeding. An exception may be made if a judge finds you created the trust i ..read more

If you share children with your spouse, Oregon law will likely allow you to retain custody or visitation rights after a divorce. Your former spouse will also likely retain custody or visitation rights to your children, which means that you must work together to find a solution that is best for the kids. Bird nesting is a relatively new concept that allows your child to remain in the same home after your marriage comes to an end. An overview of bird nesting Traditionally, a child of divorced parents will split time between each parent’s home. With bird nesting, the parents will split time betwe ..read more

Couples in Portland, Oregon, like those around the world, enter a marriage to share the rest of their life with their partner. Sometimes the dream comes true, and people stay together forever. The differences between personalities, life goals, or other issues can make remaining together impossible for other couples. Filing for divorce may become the only option, but it is not something anyone should do without preparation. Plan your financial future Finances are easy to forget in the rush to get out of an unhappy marriage. Take the time to establish personal credit, have a savings account, and ..read more

Child support orders in Oregon are calculated by using a formula established by state law. They are based on the incomes of both parents, the amount of time each parent spends with the child, the size of the family and other factors, and the amount the court orders may be increased or reduced if either parent’s situation changes significantly. Child support orders can be reviewed or modified every 35 months in Oregon, but parents seeking modifications are expected to provide proof of a significant change in circumstances. Reasons to modify a child support order Petitions to modify child suppor ..read more

When someone tells their spouse they want a divorce, money is likely not the first thing on either side’s mind. The emotions of ending your marriage, whether relief, anger, sadness or some combination of these and other feelings, are more likely to be your first concern. But sooner or later, you and your ex will have to divide up your marital property, which is (almost) every asset the two of you acquired during your marriage. Most of the time, this is a lengthy and complicated process, especially when the spouses own substantial property like a house, vacation home, investments like retiremen ..read more