How to plan for a divorce may be the last things some married couples in Oregon think they have to consider. However, the rate of divorce in the United States is almost at 50 percent. This means that nearly 2 million divorces occur each year. Understanding the divorce process is important as it can lower …
One of the most common reasons for divorce in Oregon and the rest of the country is illness. According to one chief psychologist and marriage counselor, health problems can cause a number of issues in a marriage, including debt, loss of self and pain. Many divorces can also be attributed to domestic violence. Nearly 25 …
Many Oregon couples face post-divorce problems concerning their children. Some run into snags regarding custody proceedings, while others may disagree about financial support. Such problems are not all that uncommon, and a key to resolving such issues may lie in yours and your ex’s willingness to cooperate and compromise while keeping your children’s best interests in mind. …
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Oregon couples who are contemplating divorce might be able to take some lessons from the high-profile divorce case of Jeff and MacKenzie Bezos, one of the highest net worth divorces in history. High net worth divorces are more complex than others, so there are steps that should be taken by the couple to ensure that …
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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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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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, …
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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Among the significant financial issues that can come up in Oregon divorces is spousal support, also called alimony. These are support payments one spouse gives to the other in the wake of a split. Today, we’ll discuss some of the basics of spousal support here in Oregon. Is spousal support awarded in every divorce case? …