Child custody is typically on the mind of every divorcing parent. Because of the importance of child custody to the child, parents and family, it is helpful for divorcing couples to be familiar with the different child custody options available. Child custody options...
Year: 2020
Key points regarding disputes over Oregon prenuptial agreements
When an Oregon couple decides to get married, there are certain factors that might warrant a prenuptial agreement. This is also referred to as a premarital agreement. It is designed to provide protections if the marriage ends in divorce. Many might function under the...
Pandemic highlights home inequality, perhaps increasing divorce
In the past six months or so, there has been an observed increase in the number of Americans calling family law attorneys to consult about getting divorced. It’s not clear yet if the Covid-19 pandemic will be associated with a huge spike in divorce rates, but it is at...
Don’t file for divorce until you’ve prepared yourself
The divorce process can become a competitive fight between spouses, with each party trying to get the best possible outcome for themselves. While some divorcing couples are able to be amicable toward each other and can sensibly talk through the future steps, others...
Dealing with your toxic ex when you share children
If you have children with your ex, you'll probably need to continue communicating with them until your children become adults. This unfortunately can lead to some difficult situations, especially if tensions between the two of you run high and if your ex is difficult...
Prenuptial agreements are easily disputed
When you were blissfully in love with your fiancé, it probably seemed that there was no way that your relationship would ever fall apart. But still, as a high-asset couple, you did what was considered to be the sensible thing and put a prenuptial agreement in...
Things you should know before adopting a child
Whether you already have a biological child or not, adopting a child can be a life-affirming decision that allows you to completely transform a child's life for the better. While choosing to adopt could be the best decision you ever make, it should not be a decision...
What to do when your ex interferes with custody
Sharing custody of your child can be a challenge, to say the least. Not only will you need to attempt to put aside any past hurt or resentment, but you will also need to actively work together with their other parent as a team to act in the best interests of your...
Is it possible to be happy during divorce?
If you are the one who took action to file for a divorce, it is likely that you did so in pursuit of a better life. If your spouse decided to file for a divorce, you may be feeling upset and surprised about their decision. In either case, if you are in the midst of...
Why are uncontested divorces preferred?
If you are embarking on a divorce, it's likely that you want to engage in a process that is as stress-free as possible. However, you will know that the divorce process is infamous for high tensions and battles between spouses. This is usually the case with a contested...