I married in Colorado. I want a divorce in Oregon. Is that ok? Do I need to go back to co to handle this?

If you and your wife have children together who still live in Colorado, then you would need to file in Colorado. This is because Colorado would...

In the state of Oregon is it legal for a 19 year old to date a 17 year old?

The law does not prohibit anyone from "dating" anyone else. The law does, however, have some very specific prohibitions on having sex with certain...

I'm afraid that none of the things you describe give rise to a legal cause of action. In order to sue someone, you need what lawyers call a "cause...

How can I get full custody of my niece? I have guardianship of her now

Guardianship and custody are related concepts, but they are generally granted in totally different legal proceedings, in different courts. You...

Can I file a response to modification of custody if I have not been served with the motion by the petitioner/other parent?

Yes. You can go to the courthouse, obtain a copy of whatever he filed by going to the file room, searching for your case in an OJCIN terminal using...

Would writing an essay to the court about how I regret shop lifting help? Also on probation/diversion can I cross state lines?

As far as whether you can leave the state while going through a diversion program, you should check the terms of the court's order. It is not...

Can I sue the school they keep accusing me of child abuse so much so that I get so nervous when my kids get a scratch what do I

No, you cannot sue the school for this. Educators (like doctors, lawyers, and certain other professionals) are mandatory child abuse reporters. The...

My parents want to adopt their granddaughter.

They need an attorney. While in theory they could try to do this themselves, it's such a complicated process that, if it's important, it's worth...

Imminent Danger hearing request. ORS 107.139

Nothing really. The courts' dockets are incredibly busy these days and their schedules sometimes simply can't accommodate the time limits required...

A prenuptial agreement is intended to limit the terms that can be included in a divorce decree. Not all prenuptial agreements are legally...