Category: Divorce
Divorce Mediation Benefits
The courtroom is not the only path to a good resolution. Divorce mediation is a wise choice in most cases. I recently made an appearance in a county which allows for hearings on temporary custody…
New Case Law – Third-Party Custody and Parenting Time
On January 6, 2010, the Oregon Court of Appeals made a ruling in Hanson-Parmer and Parmer on the issue of what evidence is required to demonstrate a “child-parent relationship” under ORS 109.119. The entire opinion…
Runaway Wives and Dowry Harassment
The Indian court system does not properly recognize divorces issued in the United States. A divorced wife can flee on her own, or even worse with the parties’ children to India. Once there, she can…
What rights does a non-custodial parent have?
In addition to the rights provided in the judgment with respect to parenting time and anything else agreed upon between the parties or ordered by the court, a non-custodial parent has certain statutory rights. They…
Can I renegotiate my divorce property settlement?
We consult with many people with Oregon divorce and family law cases. One of the most painful questions to hear is when someone who settled the property part of a divorce asks about renegotiating the…
Division of Personal Injury Settlements in Divorce
Few property claims cause as much contention as a claim to divide a personal injury settlement in a divorce. Oregon’s Court of Appeals treats personal injury claims as a form of property. Timing matters in…
How to divide personal property in a divorce
The division of personal property in a divorce can be one of the most expensive, emotional, and wasteful parts of a case. Parties will often spend thousands of dollars arguing over a very inexpensive piece…
When and How to Use a Forensic Accountant in Your Divorce
A Forensic Accountant can be a great help to you and your attorney to assist in communication and explanation by creating, using and explaining visual displays for financial details. Communication is fundamental to any human…
What do you have to show to get a restraining order?
This post is the second in our series on Oregon’s “Family Abuse Prevention Act” restraining orders. The first post was on who is eligible to get a restraining order. See previous post here. This post…
Who can get a restraining order?
As Portland based family law lawyers, we field a lot of questions about restraining orders under Oregon’s “Family Abuse Prevention Act.” Many are interested in getting help and keeping an abusive partner or household member…
