Is it legal for me to date a 13 year old when I'm just about to turn 18?

The law does not regulate who people can "date." The law does, however, have very strict rules about who people can have sexual contact with. And...

Do you think I'll need a lawyer ?

Yes, you definitely need a lawyer if you're charged with a crime. You should not speak to the police or DA about the matter at all, except to say...

What qualifies as a extenuating circumstance ?

What qualifies as an "extenuating circumstances" is entirely dependent upon the context. It is not a term that has any single, universal meaning,...

At 20, your girlfriend is an adult. Her parents have no legal power over her - although they may have other forms of power over her, for example,...

How can I find a lawyer to sue an individual that works at DHS?

You can use the 'find a lawyer' function on this site, or call the Oregon State Bar's Lawyer Referral Service at 503-684-3763. Look for an attorney...

How can I get my parental rights reestablished

It's not clear from your question what has happened to you legally, or where you are in the process - what lawyers call the "procedural posture" of...

If you have primary legal custody, then you have the right to make medical decisions regarding your child - that's a big part of what legal custody...

How do I find a pro bono lawyer in Oregon to help me fight my illegal tow case?

Many attorneys will offer free consultations. Some will offer reduced rates for clients of limited incomes. But handling an entire case pro bono is...

How can i file a lawsuit againts my case manager and her supervisor?

Probably not. DHS staff and agencies, like most government offices and officers, have sovereign immunity to lawsuits for actions undertaken in the...

If your co-parent is refusing to grant you the parenting time ordered in a custody judgment, you can file a motion to enforce with the court. There...