A trial separation is an unofficial, temporary split from your partner. Instead of deciding to end your relationship permanently, these splits allow you to spend some time apart. At the end of the separation, you may decide that it’s worth working with your spouse to fix your relationship, or you may realize you should end …
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Gay marriage has been legal nationwide since 2015 and since 2014 in Oregon. While every couple, regardless of gender, hopes and intends for their marriage to last the test of time, sometimes that just isn’t in the cards. As time passes, there’s a steadily-growing collection of same-sex couples who have felt the need to split …
Arguing with a spouse or otherwise not seeing eye-to-eye may have contributed to your divorce. Of course, distancing yourself from your former spouse does not always prevent arguments even now because you have children together and are trying to co-parent. Though co-parenting is commonly considered the best arrangement for Oregon children and those elsewhere because …
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When a divorce involves two individuals who do not have children, it is possible for the ex-spouses to completely separate from one another and never have interactions again. However, when children are involved, the situation can be challenging. Parents in Oregon who are going through a divorce may have the option of sole custody parenting, …
Once you make the choice to file for divorce, you may then wonder how that decision will affect you as you move forward. Not only will you have to divide your marital property, you will also have to consider how this process will impact your retirement plans. Whether you are fast approaching your planned retirement …
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After a divorce, one of the most difficult issues to resolve is the disposition of the family home. The simplest and most equitable resolution is usually for the home to be sold with both parties sharing equally in the proceeds. Sometimes couples mutually agree to sell the home, but often the court orders the couple …
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Fathers in Oregon might assume that family courts will favor mothers in child custody decisions. However, the legal system can serve the needs of moms and dads in this situation. The process requires fathers to come to terms with their emotions so that they can focus on defending their parental rights. Child custody disputes can …
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When you determined that divorce was the most viable option to resolve your marital problems, you likely understood that your decision was going to affect your children’s lives. Such situations do not necessarily have to mean that your children will be unable to cope or will not successfully adapt to a new lifestyle. In fact, …
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Your ex-girlfriend called you suddenly a few nights ago and gave you news you didn’t expect to hear; she was eight-months pregnant and was going to be induced in just a few weeks. You were happy for her, but she then suggested that the child was yours. You were surprised because you hadn’t heard from …
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We know how contentious most divorces can be. One or both spouses are angry, hurt and probably concerned about the outcome, especially when couples have kids together. Often, these negative emotions take over your life, potentially blinding you to what matters most. As you might expect, this can add additional complications to an already painful …
Let go of the little things to avoid complicating your divorce Read More »