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Child custody..

There is a difference between custody and parenting time. Custody refers to your ability to make decisions regarding your daughter. Unless you are an unfit parent, you do not need to worry too much about losing custody. Parenting time refers to the amount of time each parent spends with the child, and any rules that might go along with that time. Parenting time can be modified if it is in the child's best interests. Parenting time can be as little as one hour or as much as 50% of the time....

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Is Multnomah County's (Oregon) mandatory parenting class required for divorcing parents with an 18 year daughter?

I agree with the above answer. Also, while the parenting classes are not mandatory in your situation, you and your spouse may nevertheless find that these classes are helpful. The class does not really teach you how to be a better parent. Rather, the class helps all parties understand that divorce is usually really tough on children (of any age), and how communications between the divorcing parents and the children should try to be as appropriate as possible. You might find that some of the...

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In Oregon, am I responsible for credit card debt acquired during the marriage if the card is only in my husbands name?

If the credit cards are only in your Husband's name, and you never signed an agreement with the credit card companies to be liable on any charges, then the credit card companies cannot go after you directly. However, if you and your Husband have jointly owned real property (ie, a house), the credit card companies could sue your Husband, obtain a judgment against your Husband, and put a lien on the jointly owned property. Also, while the credit card companies might not be able to go after you...

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Im looking a low income attorney to help me with spoucel support

You should definitely contact the St. Andrews Legal Clinic in Portland (although they also have offices in Hillsboro and Oregon City) . They only practice family law, and they have a sliding fee scale based on a person's income. You can learn more about them at www.salcgroup.org.

I have a warrant can i still get get a marriage lic??

Sure, you can still get a marriage license. However, maybe you should concentrate on clearing your warrant first so you are not spending your honeymoon in jail.

Rules and guidelines for Annulment in state of Oregon

There are strict rules about getting an annulment in Oregon. They are outlined in the following Oregon statute: ORS 107.015 Grounds for annulment or dissolution of marriage. (1) Except as provided in subsection (2) of this section, a judgment for the annulment or dissolution of a marriage may be rendered: (a) When either party to the marriage was incapable of making the marriage contract or consenting to the marriage for want of legal age or sufficient understanding; or (...

Theft misdemenenor expungement?

Robert is correct. If you did plead guilty to two counts of misdemeanor theft, Oregon's current expungment statutes say you are not elligble for expungment until 10 years has passed from the date of your sentencing. You also need to successfully complete all of the terms of your probation. Also, if you pick up any other convictions, the 10 year clock starts over. You also cannot have any pending matters at the time you apply. Oregon's expungment statutes are occasionally revised by the...

Can one try to get divorced settlement changed after divorce is final?

If the divorce and final divorce judgment or decree occurred in the Florida, you will need to consult with a family law attorney licensed to practice in Florida. If the divorce judgment was finalized in Oregon, you may have remedies available to possibly void the judgment or hold your ex accountable.

Husband in jail for armed robbery. What is the technical term for my grounds for divorce?

Since Oregon is a "no fault" state, all you need to allege is that "irreconcilable differences between the parties have caused the irremediable breakdown of the marriage". In other words, one party simply wants to get a divorce from the other. The jail will usually serve legal documents on inmates, but you need to make arrangements with the jail to do this. Plus, simply mailing the initial divorce documents is not enough. Your Husband needs to be handed the documents by someone who can...

Is non biological male responsible for child support payments

I agree with Mark. Also, there may be time limits to begin a proceeding to "reverse" (or "vacate") the paternity finding, so doing this as soon as possible is critical. This is not the kind of matter a person should ignore. It is also not the kind of matter a person should do without the help of an experienced attorney. While an attorney will charge for his or her time, I am sure this amount will be much less than 18 to 21 years of child support. Friends and family are usually good...