It is a statutory requirement (ORS 107.089) in any Oregon divorce proceeding that if either party is served with a copy of ORS 107.089 (the...

Can I file for custody by mail when I live in Oregon and my son lives in Colorado?

This is a difficult case, factually, and you should obtain the advice or assistance of a family law judge. Without reviewing the paperwork you have...

She didn't goto the mandatory parenting class by the due date so what does that mean for our status hearing?

This question is very county-specific and also specific to your Judge in most cases. Most counties require, in a case involving a parenting time or...

What can be done to force my former son-in-law to remove my daughter's name off of the mortgage of what was their house?

If the terms of the General Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage include the refinance provision (i.e. that he shall refinance the property to...

How can grandparents take legal guardianship of children

I would encourage you to seek the advice and assistance of a drug and alcohol recovery service or counselor if you have concerns that your drinking...

Do I have to pay my wife any money right now while we get the divorce papers together?

As already stated by the other contributors, more information is needed to give a clear picture. I Oregon, either party can file a motion for...

Can I get Health and Dental insurance from my husbands company? If we are legally separated?

This really depends on the details of the providers insurance policy. Typically, legal separation is an avenue pursued by parties who wish to...

Me and my husband separated a year ago, but we haven't filed official divorce documents. How should we file taxes this year?

Individuals who are married on the last day of the tax year may file a joint return. IRC §7703, IRC §6013. The determination of whether a person is...

Unless agreed otherwise, signing your divorce judgment in the presence of your soon-to-be ex-spouse is not required. Do ensure, however, that if...

In concert with what appears to be the general consensus, wedding rings are typically treated as separate, gifted property, the value of which is...