Many of our clients have a lot of questions when they are faced with divorce. A divorce is legally known as a dissolution of marriage. The Oregon dissolution process allows you to file on your own or jointly with your spouse as “co-petitioners.” Oregon also recognizes...
It is common knowledge that divorce is a stressful experience for our clients. While it is natural to feel anxiety about the dissolution of marriage, you need to consider the practical implications of a divorce. The road to a successful divorce can be a long one. We...
Oregon requires full disclosure of all separate and marital property when a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage (Divorce) is filed. Parties who can agree on property division can use a Marital Settlement Agreement to divide their property. The Marital Settlement...
There is a rising trend to use prenuptial agreements. Prenuptial agreements are no longer for the rich, becoming more and more prevalent with successful middle-class couples. The use of a prenuptial agreement is especially important in cases involving substantial...
The process of obtaining a divorce or in legal terms a “Dissolution of Marriage” typically involves four steps. Each step of the dissolution process comes with its own set of challenges, problems and bottlenecks which can substantially slow down the divorce process....
The decision to ask your spouse for a divorce should not be entered into lightly. Filing for divorce will have far-reaching emotional and financial consequences, which are even more problematic if children are involved. If you are just beginning to consider a divorce,...
An uncontested divorce is when both parties have come to a comprehensive agreement on all issues involved in their divorce. While each case is different, the agreement should include all material issues such as a division of assets and liabilities, child custody,...