If youâve filed a petition for divorce or dissolution of marriage and are having a change of heart, itâs not too late to stop it. Typically, the person who filed the petition can go to the county clerkâs office to obtain the paperwork needed to...
When it comes to divorce, the house is easily one of the most valuable assets in the marriage. But when it comes to who gets to keep the house in a divorce, the answer isnât always simple. In a perfect scenario, spouses will negotiate and...
Many people will search for questions like âdo I need an attorney for divorce?â when it comes to ending a marriage. In Oregon and throughout the USA, an attorney is not required for couples to get divorced but there are many advantages to having one...
Following a stressful divorce, the very last thing most people want to deal with is making changes to their Will or estate plan. In fact, many people forget that they need to make changes at all. Itâs important to understand that even though your divorce...
When going through a divorce, itâs only common to worry about finances, especially when theyâre in a joint checking account. Because it is a joint checking account, you are legally entitled to spend or withdraw funds before filing for divorce as you always have. However,...
Not everyone requires the same recovery time after a divorce. In fact, itâs not uncommon for individuals divorcing to begin dating before the separation or divorce has even been finalized. However, it may not be a good idea. There is nothing in Oregon family law...
In Oregon, couples can marry the day after the divorce is finalized. However, you may want to consider taking things slow. Remarrying immediately after divorce is not always the best decision but ultimately it is up to you. You may want to consider preparing a...
In Oregon, couples can marry the day after the divorce is finalized. However, you may want to consider taking things slow. Remarrying immediately after divorce is not always the best decision but ultimately it is up to you. You may want to consider preparing a...
Itâs no secret: prenuptial agreements have long been a subject of taboo around the world. Most people believe a prenuptial agreement means one spouse is not entitled to the assets of another in the case of divorce or death. While this may be true in...
In Oregon, a divorce starts with a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage. In the petition, youâll list out your specific requests like alimony, child support, and other assets. The first person to file the petition and initial documents is known as the âpetitionerâ. The other...