How is Child Custody Determined in Oregon?
When it comes to the children affected by the separation of their parents, working together to create outcomes that are in their best interest is especially important. Learning how child custody is determined and the common types of custody can help you navigate the process.
Can You Get Custody of a Child That's Not Yours?
Determining custody of children after a divorce or separation is one of the hardest decisions a family can face. But what happens when you’re responsible for a child that isn’t biologically yours? Can you still get custody and how does it work?
What is a Parenting Plan, and What Are the Benefits?
Learning the best ways to co-parent after a separation or divorce can take time. Creating a parenting plan that centers around your children’s needs and interests can make that transition go smoother and benefit everyone involved. But what does a good parenting plan look like?
Navigating Child Custody During the Holidays
Navigating child custody with your co-parent can be tough, especially during the holidays, but sticking to your parenting plan and being flexible can go a long way in ensuring you and your child have a happy and healthy holiday season!
What is Collaborative Law?
While no divorce is ever easy, there are ways to make your separation as amicable as possible. Collaborative law provides couples with a healthy avenue to divorce or establish custody while still preserving positive relationships.
What is a Community Property State, and is Oregon One of Them?
No matter what state you live in, the dissolution of marriage and the division of assets is never cut and dry. Knowing your state’s property laws and how they can affect your divorce can help you understand how your property might be split up and bring you some peace of mind.
Everything You Need to Know About Cohabitation Agreements
Cohabitation agreements are a great way to protect unmarried couples from an unexpected division of assets in the event of a breakup, and it’s important to seek legal assistance if you’re thinking about creating one.
Litigation vs. Mediation in Family Law: What's the Difference?
Litigation and mediation are just two of the ways in which legal cases can be resolved, but that’s essentially where the similarities begin and end. Read on to understand the differences between litigation and mediation and how to determine the best course of action for your family law case.
What Does Child Support Cover?
While there are no laws in Oregon for what child support payments must be used for, most receiving parents use those dollars for things like groceries, clothing, school tuition, and other costs to meet the needs of a child.
What Happens to Child Support if Divorced or Separated Parents Get Back Together?
In the (rare) case that two divorced or permanently separated parents decide to reconcile, what happens to child support is often one of the first questions asked. But, terminating a child support order is more complicated than you think and what happens in the event of reconciliation depends on the individual case.
What is an Unregistered Domestic Partnership, and How Do I Know if I’m in One?
Hear from the team at DBMA Family Law Group to learn everything you need to know about domestic partnerships and how to identify an unregistered domestic partnership for your own relationship.
Everything You Need to Know About Oregon Protective Orders
There are five main types of protective orders available to Oregon residents, and each can protect individuals facing immediate abuse or danger under a variety of specific circumstances.
What Are the Rights & Responsibilities of an Unemployed Spouse in a Divorce?
With mass tech layoffs being announced consistently, unemployed spouses may wonder about their rights during a divorce case. Read on for everything you need to know about what happens in a divorce when one spouse is unemployed.
Can I Travel Internationally With My Child After a Divorce or Separation?
For the safety and welfare of a child or to enforce a support order, international travel may be restricted for one or both parents once a divorce is finalized or a custody order is issued. Read on to learn what is required to take your child abroad and how to ensure you’re acting within the limits of your custody agreement when traveling internationally.
Are Family Assets Always Split 50/50 in a Divorce?
Oregon is an equitable distribution state, so assets acquired in a divorce will be divided equitably in the event of divorce. But, equitable does not mean equal, and a 50/50 split is not always the fairest solution.
What's the Difference Between Legal Separation and Divorce?
While “separation” and “divorce” are sometimes used interchangeably in a non-legal context, they have some key differences, and most attorneys will recommend a divorce over a legal separation if you’re debating between the two.
How Do I Ask My Partner to Sign a Prenuptial Agreement?
While prenups sometimes get a bad rap from poor representation on television, they are actually very beneficial to almost any couple to protect themselves before saying “I do.”
Is Spousal Support the Same as Alimony?
Alimony and spousal support are synonymous terms used to describe a court-ordered payment from one spouse to the other in a dissolution of marriage, or divorce.
How Do You Establish Paternity In Oregon?
Wondering how you establish paternity in Oregon? Let DBMA Family Law show you how it’s done so you can get the information you need!
Can Parents Agree To No Child Support In Oregon?
Can Oregon parents waive their child support responsibilities? Learn what the law really says is and is not acceptable, from DBMA Family Law.