Jurisdiction has a huge impact. Here’s what you need to know about where you file for divorce and how it influences your case.

When you read about recent divorces, you often see “irreconcilable differences” listed as the reason for the separation. The reason you hear this phrase so frequently is that the term comes from the modern “no-fault” divorce code. Just like it sounds, no-fault divorce means that, legally speaking, neither party shoulders …

Divorce is a long, drawn-out process. It involves countless court dates, meetings with lawyers, and an endless back and forth as the two spouses bicker over every last detail. At least that’s what many people expect. But that’s not always how it goes. In certain situations, summary dissolution in Oregon …

You can still get divorced even if you can’t find your spouse. However, the process obviously changes if you can’t locate your significant other.

With the spread of online guides and resources, do-it-yourself divorce has never been more accessible. When is pro se divorce a good idea?

Moving out during a divorce may seem like a natural choice, but has an impact on custody, the division of property, and spousal support.

You’ve probably heard the term tossed around, but what is common-law marriage, how does it work, and does it have a home in Oregon?

Filing for divorce sounds like a harrowing, dramatic undertaking. Filing for divorce can be a long, intricate process. There are hearings, mediation, meetings with attorneys, arbitration, custody disputes, division of property, and more. And then there are the divorce forms to contend with. Steps To Get Divorced In Oregon On …

Ending a marriage is a huge decision. It’s a choice that impacts every facet of your life. Divorce is the most obvious option when a relationship is over, but in some cases, it’s not the best one. There are situations where staying married, but separating might work. It begs the …

In the last few weeks there have already been significant changes that affect the Divorce and Family Law process. With temporary court closures, it means our efforts now focus on alternative methods of dispute resolution such as Mediation, or binding Arbitration.

When it comes to the division of property, Oregon follows equitable distribution, not the community property model. But what does that mean?

It’s a double-edged sword. Presenting your case first gives you the chance to make a convincing first impression. However, by presenting first, you reveal your strategy. Your spouse and opposing counsel then have time to tailor a response.

This post has been updated. Divorce often looms on the horizon for quite some time before a couple finally pulls the trigger. In many cases, by the time they file the documents, people are emotionally prepared for the process. But being emotionally prepared and being ready in a practical sense …

We call it the “divorce process” for good reason. You may be ready to end your marriage right this minute, but it’s a journey, one that takes time. How much time, however, varies. No two marriages are identical, thus no two divorces unfold the same way. In some cases, it …