Possible divorce ahead. At what age can the child decide or choose the parent to live with or to have custody?

A minor child cannot choose where they live. There are some options though - Your son could ask for his own attorney in the divorce (someone has...

I assume this means that you asked for your filing fee to be waived or deferred. You probably agreed to make payments so the State enters a...

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Help with spousal support

It is not unusual for a person to "lose" their job when they are facing a support award. Spousal support can still be ordered based upon a person's...

Yes, only same sex partners can register in Oregon ~ opposite sex couples can marry. There is a form of domestic partnership that can be formed...

In a divorce, can both parties claim both kids for tax dependents or do we each claim one when filing joint custody uncontested?

This is a good example of how the court forms are not right for everyone. If there is a space for "Other" you can write in which child you will...

I agree with the other answer given. I would add that if your child has been taken into state custody and a juvenile case has been filed, you have...

Judge ordered my exwife to pay. She will not listen. Please appreciate any advice.

I agree with Mr. Johnston, I do not think you will have luck getting a court to let you deduct the expenses from your child support because the...

What is the easiest and cheapest way to get a divorce in Oregon when the marriage was in Nevada?

Assuming you have lived in Oregon at least six months, the "easiest" way to get a divorce is if you and your spouse agree on how to resolve all...

I owe money to my lawyer and I have cashier checks can he do a lien on the cashier checks

Yes, there is a procedure where an attorney can file a lien against funds that they helped you obtain, and it can be done without a judgment first...

Unless you have been court ordered to do so (or be at the same place at the same time for some reason) there is no problem with signing separately.