What is the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction Act and how determining jurisdiction impact child custody cases?
Oregon Custody: The Best Interest Of The Child
At a basic level, the best interests of the child are precisely what the phrase suggests. Where is the safest, most stable, healthiest place for the child to live?
Child Custody If A Parent Has a Mental Illness
Cases involving a parent with a mental illness are notoriously tricky. This umbrella term covers depression, anxiety, addiction, borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, and many other conditions.
Can Your Ex Stop Your Kids From Playing Sports?
You probably noticed, but kids today are busier than ever before. Cluttered with extracurricular activities, social engagements, and more, it seems like they’re always running to what’s next. Sports often …
How Do You Find the Best Child Custody Lawyer?
How do you find the best child custody lawyer? This is a big question. Few things get us as riled up as our kids. That’s a big reason why custody …
Can A Custodial Parent Relocate After Divorce?
Co-parenting after divorce is difficult. Custody arrangements, parenting plans, schedules, and continuing conflict between exes all impact parenting time. And circumstances often change. What if one parent plans to move …
Do Step-Parents’ Have Rights in Oregon?
Just because you get a divorce, that doesn’t necessarily mean step-parents can’t have a continuing relationship with the children. This depends on the particular situation, the people involved and the nature of the relationship.
Does Legal Marijuana Impact Child Custody?
Legalized weed has been a game-changer in many states, but the question remains of how marijuana impacts child custody cases.
Violation Of Parenting Plans: Motion For Contempt
It’s often difficult to remain part of your child’s life after a divorce or breakup. One thing that helps ensure you’re able to do this is the parenting plan. This …
Can Criminal Charges Impact Child Custody?
When it comes to disputes over custody, the court places the best interests of the children above all other concerns. That’s the general rule. This includes parental preference and convenience. …
Oregon Parenting Evaluations
A parenting evaluation is a formal investigation to assess the parenting skills of the parties involved to determine the primary caregiver.
Tips For Keeping Child Custody Exchanges Civil
If you have kids, after divorce you’ll likely still have to see your ex at custody exchanges. Here are some tips to make the swaps easier.
After The Court Appoints A Guardian Ad Litem
The court may appoint a guardian ad litem during a custody case, but what does that mean and what should you expect once that happens?
Right Of First Refusal: What You Need to Know
The right of first refusal can be an important piece of a child custody order. After divorce or battles over guardianship, non-custodial parents can use this measure to spend as …
Establishing Paternity in Oregon: What You Need To Know
We love our kids and our worlds often revolve around our children. Which is why child custody cases grow so heated, raw, and emotional. It’s also why establishing paternity and …
Third-Party Custody And Grandparents’ Rights In Oregon
Third-party custody often arises when a grandparent steps into parental roles when the biological parent is absent or unable to fill them.
Split Custody: Will Courts Separate Siblings?
Divorce arrives with changing living situations, new schools, and uncertainty. Siblings often lean on each other to make it through these tough times. But during the process, the question comes …
Child Custody Modification After the Fact
Before the court grants a modification, the person requesting the change must demonstrate a substantial reason. If you can’t show adequate cause, the court will most likely dismiss your case.
How Is Custody Determined For Children With Special Needs?
Raising a child with special needs only increases the challenges in divorce. A child with special needs has exactly that, special needs. What this entails depends on the precise nature of the disability. This may involve regular medical care, specific medications, or particular dietary requirements.
Can You Terminate Parental Rights in Oregon?
Being a parent is a tough job and a huge responsibility. Depending on who you talk to, it may very well be the toughest gig around. Rewarding, fulfilling, and worthwhile, …
Child Custody: Fathers’ Rights Oregon [With Infographic]
When it comes to custody, many think fathers and mothers have different rights. That’s not true. Here’s what to know about fathers’ rights.
Status Quo Orders In Divorce and Child Custody
During divorce and breakups, child custody battles often become heated and contentious affairs. In some situations in Oregon, the court issues temporary orders lasting the duration of a case. This …
Fighting Parental Alienation
In the wake of a divorce, it’s not uncommon for parent-child relationships to take a hit. You may not see your child as often and you may not be a …