Going through a divorce is never easy, but there are many factors that can make it much harder and stressful than it needs to be. One of these factors is going through a contested divorce in which you decide to challenge your divorcing spouse on every possible detail...
Year: 2018
Dividing property in the state of Oregon
The process of going through a divorce will differ largely depending on the state in which you file for a divorce. When it comes to dividing the marital property, states generally fall into two different categories: states that follow equitable distribution law, and...
Explaining a divorce to your child
The process of a divorce can be tough for all those involved, not the least of which is the children. Children of divorcing parents are likely to have different reactions to their parents' divorce depending on their age. This is why it is important that you understand...
Dealing with anger in the context of divorce
Going through a divorce can be one of the most stressful and heartbreaking situations that you will ever have to go through. This experience can bring out the worst in many, and those going through a divorce often experience emotions that they are not used to...
How to establish paternity as quickly as possible
If you believe that you are the father of a child, it is likely that you will want to do everything that you can to strengthen your bond. However, it is not always easy to do so. If you are not on good terms with the mother of your child, you may struggle to gain...
Child custody laws can protect your child from emotional abuse
If you are no longer in a romantic relationship with the other parent of your child, you might share custody with them and have a co-parenting relationship. Most parents don't have to worry about their child's well-being when they are staying with their other parent....
Am I eligible for an uncontested divorce?
When making the tough decision to go through a divorce in the state of Oregon, it goes without saying that the couple involved would like the process to be as smooth and efficient as possible. Once the divorce has been finalized, the two individuals can start to move...
Divorcing as an adoptive parent in Oregon
Divorcing as a parent can be tough, because it means that uncertainty will enter the lives of your children. However, as an adoptive parent, you may also have concerns about how this will affect your child and whether there will be any legal implications as a...
Making joint custody work as a co-parent
Being a single parent and juggling work can be very difficult. This is why it is so important for co-parents to be able to have a strong and mature relationship with each other. The more that they can communicate well and get on the same page in terms of schedules and...
Understanding petitions for dissolution in Oregon
Deciding to file for a divorce could be one of the most difficult decisions that you will have to make. If you have children, it is likely that you will be considering how the divorce will affect them and analyzing whether you can make the marriage work for the sake...