It takes two to bring a new life into the world. While mothers are often seen as the most important person in a child’s life, fathers shouldn’t be disregarded. Just because it is sometimes less clear who fathered a baby is no reason for fathers to have less of a relationship with their children. The …
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Wildfires have hit Oregon incredibly hard in recent months. Places that have never before been at risk of severe wildfire damage have been destroyed. Thousands of people have had to evacuate with little to no notice, and as a result, many have lost everything. One critical set of possessions many have lost are their legal …
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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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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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Your romance with your child’s mother was brief, but you’re on reasonably good terms. You’re grateful that she’s allowing you to be part of your child’s life — and you’re concerned that she’ll get upset if you “rock the boat” and press for formal paternity. Is paternity really worth the potential hassle and hard feelings? …
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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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